The Original Tee
The Original Tee
Crafted from Regenerative Organic Certified Pima cotton, the Original Tee combines strength, durability, and buttery softness for unmatched comfort. Inspired by our favorite vintage tees, it features a slightly wider neck and shorter sleeves in our lightweight 4.7 oz slub jersey for a perfectly relaxed, timeless silhouette.
Dyed with a blend of Chestnut, Tara, Cutch and Iron, our Natural Black is made entirely from plants and minerals. By using plant dyes, our garments remain compostable, and we remain committed to creating non-toxic clothing.
A FEW THINGS TO NOTE: Plant dyes create rich, earthy tones, but unlike synthetic dyes, they won’t be perfectly uniform — expect some color variation. The dyeing process also naturally stiffens the fibers, so this tee may feel slightly less soft than our undyed version at first. Don’t worry, it softens with wear and wash.
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Cotton seeds are planted + regeneratively grown in NM
It all begins with a Pima cotton seed — planted in the rich soils of New Mexico using regenerative and organic farming practices. These methods restore soil health, improve biodiversity, and capture carbon, creating cotton that’s not only soft and strong but grown in a way that gives back to the earth.
Once the cotton bolls mature, they’re carefully harvested and ginned locally in New Mexico. Ginning separates the cotton fibers from the seeds, ensuring the raw material remains pure and ready for the next stage, all while keeping the process close to the source.
The cleaned cotton travels by truck to North Carolina, where it’s spun into yarn. This transformation from raw fiber to yarn lays the foundation for every garment—resulting in soft, strong, and durable yarns that are built to last.
If the yarn is to be woven, it undergoes plying in North Carolina. Plying involves twisting multiple strands together, adding extra strength and durability. This step ensures that the final woven fabric maintains its structure while staying soft and breathable.
Next, the yarn — plied for wovens, unplied for knits — is transformed into fabric. For our knits, the yarn is sent to South Carolina to be knit into soft, flexible textiles perfect for everyday wear. For wovens, the yarn is sent to Pennsylvania, where it’s woven into premium, durable fabrics.
Once knit or woven, the fabric heads to our trusted “finishing” partners in North Carolina or Pennsylvania. Here, the fabric is washed and prepared for cutting.
The finished fabric is then cut and sewn into garments by skilled artisans. Our knit pieces - ie: tees and sweatshirts - are crafted in Georgia with the perfect drape. While our woven pieces - ie: trousers and jackets - are tailored in Pennsylvania for a structured, timeless silhouette.
For select styles, we use plant dyes in Pennsylvania. These earth-derived dyes celebrate the beauty of nature’s imperfections — offering rich, unique colorways without the toxins or waste of conventional dyeing methods.