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The Tip is 'Ask Before You Buy' I went to a department store for a pair of dress shoes recently. The clerk helped me with three different pairs that I tried on. 'The Big Secret' was on the forefront of my mind so I asked, "Are these shoes imports?" The salesman responded that they were in fact imported. "Do you have any Made In America shoes like these?" I asked. To my surprise he said, "We have a whole line of Made In USA shoes." I was able to purchase the same color and style with the Made In USA label. These Made in America shoes were less expensive, came with a better warranty and were more comfortable. It's amazing how often this simple Made in US question yields unexpected and often times pleasant results. I now ask this question regularly, whereas before I would not have thought to ask for a Made in America alternative. More often than not, I can find a Made in America product of higher quality and at the same, or slightly higher price. Asking the question is so simple and can make a positive impact, in both the short and long term. Try it sometime. If you are like me, you may be surprised with how many Made in US products are out there. You will love it when you realize you are making a difference that benefits many. With your help America will be ours again and that is a good thing. Buying Tip Continued - Read more on Made in America Products by Sympatico Clothing In an age when green has become just another buzzword to sell product, what does it mean to try to be a green apparel company? To me, as founder of Sympatico Clothing, it means a number of things. My goal is to create products that: are made with respect for people and nature fulfill my customers' desire for apparel that's unique and comfortable are an expression of my creativity I choose sustainable fabrics that are processed in environmentally responsible ways. The fiber reactive dyes used in our clothing have little or no heavy metals and are processed in small batches that waste less water. Sympatico styles are meant to endure, and the fabrics hold up to everyday wear over time. I am trying to live in balance with the world we inhabit, and leave it a better place for our children. Part of this involves limiting my negative impact on the earth and its resources. I strive to reduce waste, recycle and use eco-friendly components in creating my products. As a woman with many years in the clothing industry, I am focused on creating beautiful apparel using earth-friendly fabrics in shapes designed for movement. I want the clothes to be part of the artwork of your personal style. They must look good, feel good, be well made, and above all, reflect respect for our Earth. Rose Sympatico Clothing Eco-friendly hemp & Tencel clothing Sympatico Clothing is crafted for women seeking simple elegance and comfort in their apparel. Made of eco-friendly hemp and Tencel (lyocell), styles incorporate classic lines while celebrating the female form in all its diversity. Women's natural-fiber clothing made in the USA Designed and hand-crafted in the USA, each piece of Sympatico clothing is preshrunk and is easily machine washed and tumble or air dried. Our Hemp/Tencel Fabric Blending hemp's natural durability and odor-resistance with silky, Earth-friendly Tencel results in a fabric that resembles linen, only more supple and with better drape. It's the perfect marriage of style with sustainability. Learn more about this unique and sustainable blend. |
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