Kyrgyzstan: A country that chose us
When we travel to Kyrgyzstan, all of our senses are awakened. Kyrgyzstan is a small country nestled in the heart of Central Asia and landlocked by China to the east,...
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Material Guide: Organic Cotton
Organic Cotton: The pure, breathable, regenerative material grown in harmony with the land The story of cotton is deeply entwined with trade and conquest. This humble plant has been a...
Analog memories: Kyrgyzstan II
The land of wildest beauty, we’re back in Kyrgyzstan. Explore raw and unfiltered moments from the 2022 journey to Kyrgyzstan captured on the NIKON FM2 with 35mm black-white Kodak film....
Material guide: How to care for full grain leather
Full grain leather is a durable natural material that can last for decades with proper care. However, it can be affected by the elements and the passage of time. At...
Our approach to ethical sourcing
Have you ever stopped to think about how your clothes and accessories were made? We have. In fact, it's one of the main reasons we started OWEN STITCH.
Our approach to product philosophy
Product with a conscience: our mission is to create quality everyday products but never lose sight of their impact.
Analog memories: Kyrgyzstan I
All our senses our awakened when we’re back to Kyrgyzstan. Explore raw and unfiltered moments from the 2021 journey to Kyrgyzstan captured on the NIKON FM2 with 35mm Kodak Gold...
How we saved post-soviet wool from a decommissioned factory (and started a new business)
This story starts seemingly simple—a solo backpacking trip to Kyrgyzstan. With its wildlife, mountains, and welcoming nomadic people that will offer yurt refuge for the night, I considered the Kyrgyz...
