Eileen Fisher: These Clothes Start with a Seed - Remodelista
Eileen Fisher began her company 30 years ago with a focus on natural fibers–but ultimately realized that natural is not enough. That’s why Eileen Fisher introduced organic cotton into its collection 10 years ago. This year, the company took a hard look at its mission and progress, and decided to do more. “Becoming more mindful about clothing means looking at every fiber and every seed and every dye and seeing how to make it better,” says Eileen. This pewter-and-white striped Funnel Neck Top is a blend of organic linen and cotton; $158. Above L: The Racer-Back Knee-Length Dress, shown here in midnight, is made of organic cotton and hemp; $178. Eileen Fisher has committed to increasing its use of organic fibers by 10 percent every year. This Ballet Neck Sleeveless Top is made of organic linen jersey and available in flamingo (shown) and white; $168. Eileen Fisher returns to its favorite fabrics year after year because they have a drape and feel the company loves. “With yarns that are so important to our collection, it’s daunting to change up the content,” says sweater designer Julie Rubiner. Made of fine-gauge organic linen, this striped Jewel Neck Top has a nautical feel. It turns out that organic fine-gauge linen and organic linen-cotton slub, which the company introduced this year, are even more beautiful and reliable than the conventionally grown ones.