Founded in 2012 by a Norwegian mother after moving to Brooklyn, Ella’s Wool makes soft merino-wool clothing that helps babies and children stay warm outdoors. Its children’s base layers and distinctive “Tubes” leggings bring the Norwegian habit of wearing a washable wool layer next to the skin to families elsewhere, using Australian fine merino wool designed for comfort rather than itch. The company’s garments carry Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX certification and are approved by The Woolmark Company.
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iApparel BrandsFounded in 2007 by Sammy Catton, iApparel Brands grew from a children’s outerwear company into a New York apparel company that develops and manages branded clothing across outerwear, lifestyle, workwear and streetwear. Its portfolio includes the company-owned SOUTHPOLE® and Bass Creek Outfitters brands, along with licensed labels such as Members Only, and is supported by an overseas design and production office in Nanjing, China. The company’s quality-assurance team oversees production and compliance with CPSIA regulations.NEW YORK, NY
LANDLAND makes small-batch knitwear by hand in its Rhinebeck, New York studio, using natural fibers sourced through U.S. farms and mills. Founded by Emilie Babinski to help renew the Northeast’s textile heritage, the label connects contemporary apparel with regional fiber farmers and traditional craftsmanship. Its wool garments are made with an emphasis on ethical production and local economies.
BEAN of BrooklynBEAN of Brooklyn makes understated headwear for children and big kids, including cotton beanies and slouchies made in the USA. Founded around the idea that children should be their own billboard rather than advertisements for brands, the company uses premium, ethically sourced materials and donates 26.3% of net profits to charities supporting childhood development and inclusion.
BuffyBuffy was founded in 2018 by a second-generation weaver who wanted to make bedding without the chemical-intensive practices common in textile production. The company now creates plant-based sleep products for people seeking cooler, skin-conscious comfort, with its materials certified to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Class I.New York, NY