As We Grow
One of my favorite parts of having a little one is being able to dress him each day. If you know me, then you know a whole lot of thought and effort goes into building and maintaining Jasper's wardrobe. I find it very important for him to be dressed appropriately either for the weather or the outing we are going on. My first priority always is for him to be comfortable, but I also want him to be able to easily wear a variety of clothes.
While visiting Iceland many years ago I was introduced to a brand called As We Grow. As soon as I saw their beautiful clothing I was eager to dress my future children in their brand. As We Grow is an Icelandic design company which not only focuses on dressing children in beautiful, quality goods, but in giving families heirlooms they can pass between siblings, friends and eventually generations to come. As We Grow takes inspiration from its roots, combining classic nordic design elements with chic modernity. For example, this mountain sweater is a playful and whimsical take on a classic Icelandic sweater design.
At As We Grow, they execute slow fashion, creating quality clothing that lasts. Their timeless pieces are designed to grow with the child. From the beginning, they have believed in designing products that offer real value to their users. This means, offering garments which last over generations, as well as always being mindful of the environment and the communities. Each As We Grow piece is fair trade for the benefit of all people.
It is tempting to get in the rut of picking up whatever is on sale when you are out running errands, but I love the idea of making memories in clothing I know are going to last for many years to come. As avid hikers and outdoorsmen I was particularly drawn to this Mountain sweater. This way, whether at the beach, the park or at home; mountains can be close to his heart and reflective of where Jasper spends the majority of his time. I love the mountain sweater paired with this baby hat which keeps his head warm without the bulk and this adorable little kid's scarf. Seattle is such a temperate climate these are pieces I can easily work into his wardrobe ten months out of the year.
As We Grow only uses natural, renewable, sustainable materials which emphasize conservation and lead to environmentally sound products. Their alpaca wool is a fiber that does not come at the expense of the environment or the animal. Every stage of their production is ethical. For all their hand knits they partner with indigenous women to create a sustainable flow of income for them.
Whether going to church, the park, meeting up with friends, going to the museum or simply hanging out at home Jasper can look pulled together and stylish in his As We Grow pieces. A few of the things I like best about As We Grow clothing is first and foremost, the beautiful quality of the pieces, but also how many of them are gender neutral. I love putting Jasper in a variety of colors and patterns so shopping at most major retailers can oftentimes feel limiting.
This post was sponsored by As We Grow.
All opinions stated here are my own and I was under no obligation to write anything other than my personal experience. I will never write about anything I did not enjoy or find to be a valuable experience.
