The Workroom
3 must-have fabrics for summer
with summer rapidly approaching, it’s time to revamp your wardrobe to accommodate the season. this means, safely storing away your big, woolly knits and favourite merino clothing and bringing in your lighter, breathable items. as we move into the hottest season, comfort is top of mind. therefore, wearing clothing that compliments your body’s core temperature - rather than fight it - means you can literally keep your body cool in summer fabrics. what does summer fabric mean? summer is quickly approaching so it’s time to start reaching for summer fabrics that allow your skin to breathe, helping you to keep...
7 sustainable garments to go from spring to summer
transitional fashion means that you can use your clothing all year round. new zealand is renown for delivering four seasons in one day and we use this as our inspiration to design clothing that you can enjoy throughout the year. but there’s more to this than just fashion. we’re about creating garments that are not only created in a sustainable way but designed to last so that you can enjoy them throughout the year - every year. sustainable fashion closet staples forget buying an entire new wardrobe at the change of seasons. with a healthy selection of clothing staples that...
Jumper for Jumper
in Aotearoa 1 in 9 kiwi kids live through winter without access to basic needs like sufficient food, a good bed, or warm clothing. warmth is a privilege. access to everyday necessities and a means to keep warm, allows kiwi kids the opportunity to live connected to their whanau as well as helping to combat the cold and preventable illness. Standard Issue has been working closely with the Middlemore Foundation to help support our communities most vulnerable families. for these families and their tamariki living in impoverished conditions, winter can be a challenging time. that’s why, we started jumper for...
3 ways to care for wool clothing
in a world that feels like a ‘throw-away culture’, it’s easy to automatically assume that your clothing won’t last forever. however, when you purchase a wool garment, you’re investing in yourself and the planet. as a biodegradable and natural fibre wool has heaps of benefits that synthetic fibres don’t. odour resistant, anti-wrinkle, renewable and breathable. with care and a little tlc, your wool jumper and accessories can last a lifetime. caring for wool garments we make it our mission to provide clothing that crafted with heart and a zero-waste output in our auckland workroom. our garments are our story. we...