The Journal

Garment Dyeing: Sustainable Dyeing Innovation
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Garment Dyeing: Sustainable Dyeing Innovation
Traditional dyeing methods involve a dye bath that requires a massive amount of water, much of it released as toxic wastewater that can damage the environment and be costly to treat. To reduce the impact of textile dyeing, our garment-dyeing process uses less water, less energy, and fewer auxiliary chemicals. It also cuts out almost half the dye compared with processes that call for salts in the dye bath.      
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#ACTRIGHTNAU Mural By Sage Ascar
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#ACTRIGHTNAU Mural By Sage Ascar
You may be wondering if there's a story behind our new temporary mural. The #ACTRIGHTNAU mural was created by local artist Sage Ascar. It's a literal approach to our sustainable clothing, showcasing some of our most popular styles hung on a clothing line, as if it had been hand washed. 
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Instagram Top Five: Our Favorite Looks From Winter 2020
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Instagram Top Five: Our Favorite Looks From Winter 2020
Sick of sitting around in sweats and looking lackluster after a long lockdown? While few would celebrate the arrival of the rainy season and winter colds, with the right apparel, a little planning and practicing for the cold temperatures can help you take celebrations outdoors to avoid COVID-19.
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Portland, Oregon Flagship Store is Open
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Portland, Oregon Flagship Store is Open
We're open! Private Shopping, curbside pick-up, and online returns are also available at our Portland flagship store. The store is open Wednesday through Sunday from 12 pm - 5 pm PT.
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National Bike Month 2020
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National Bike Month 2020
May is National Bike Month, a celebration of biking as transportation, recreation, and essential to our well-being and everyday lives. While this National Bike Month is different, it's important to highlight the physical and mental health benefits during COVID-19. 
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Earth Day Goes Digital —April 22nd, 2020
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Earth Day Goes Digital —April 22nd, 2020
With social distancing restrictions in place around the world to fight the spread of COVID-19, this year's Earth Day will be a digital event. April 22, 2020 marks 50 years of Earth Day. 
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World Health Day 2020: Support Nurses and Midwives
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World Health Day 2020: Support Nurses and Midwives
World Health Day is a global health awareness day celebrated every year on April 7th under the sponsorship of the World Health Organization. This year's theme is nurses and other health workers that are at the forefront of COVID-19 response.
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