I’ve worn Patagonia clothing for as long as I can remember. It was my childhood uniform. If I wasn’t splashing about in a Patagonia patterned bathing suits, I was sporting a Patagonia signature fleece over a cozy pair of capilene long johns.

When I turned nine, my mother gave me a pink reversible jacket— microdenier fleece on one side and a wind- and rain-resistant shell on the other. I was smitten, feeling like the coolest kid on the block. Once a rebellious teenager, I went for the edgier blue Patagonia Synchilla zip-up. Synchilla—may I remind you—is a synthetic furry material made from recycled plastic bottle caps. I must have looked like Elmo!

These days, I’m getting excited for Patagonia’s new line of spring dresses. Stylish, form fitting and flattering, these dresses are available a wide range of colors and styles. The best part of Patagonia’s spring dresses is that most are made from eco-materials like organic cotton and hemp. Check out the full selection here.

 Patagonia’s Kombu Dress is made from organic cotton. 

Posted on March 31st, 2008 by Olivia Zaleski