Material guide: Ten reason to choose organic cotton
Cotton is a curious crop. It is the most important natural fiber in the world, but at the same time, it is also one of the most reliant on pesticides...
Capsule belt: meticulous hand-stitched combination of vegetable-tanned leather, solid brass and linen thread
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Crafted from our very core: considered design, community listening, ethical sourcing in Kyrgyzstan, and local manufacturing in the Czech republic.
Objects for conscious living
A collection of ethical materials and timeless designs that honour the people who make them and the places they’re made.
Rethinking the entire process. You have our word.
Ethically sourced materials
We use ethical sourcing as a ground-up approach to obtaining materials. That means that we trace every material down to it’s origin, ensuring direct-trade practices, fair pay and safe working conditions along the way.
Responsible marketing
We're customer-funded, proudly bootstrapped, and they're the only folks we answer to. We don't put hyper-growth and intrusive targeted ads above privacy. That's why you don't see the cookie banner; we do not collect marketing cookies.
Radical transparency
Have you ever dug into how your clothes and accessories were made? We did. That's why we provide a material breakdown for every product. Don't take our word for it; check it yourself, open any product and scroll down.
Toxic-free
We produce sustainably, so we do not use any adhesives, pesticides, solvents, or chemicals for manufacturing or material processing.
Local manufacturing in Prague
We design responsible and timeless designs, stripped of unnecessary complexities and simple by construction. Every piece is handcrafted and unique.
Helping communities in Kyrgyzstan
We are committed to donating 1% of every sale to protect the environment and help unserved communities thrive in places where we sourced our materials.
Explore our world
Material guide: Full grain leather
In the vast grasslands of Kyrgyzstan, a timeless tradition is being kept alive. Here, nomadic herdsmen tend to their cattle, allowing them to roam free and live out their lives...
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,...
Material guide: Organic cotton
In the valleys of Kyrgyzstan, a story is unfolding. A story of tradition, community, and a deep connection to the land. It's a story that we've been honored to be a...
Analog memories: Kyrgyzstan II
All our senses our awakened when we’re back. Raw moments from the 2022 journey to Kyrgyzstan captured on the NIKON FM2 35mm Kodak. This ventured to the most remote places...
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...
Ultimate guide: Monogramming provision
Monogramming is our way to personalize and add a touch of sophistication to make a one-of-a-kind OWEN STITCH product. Leather is living material that bleeds, with time, wear and use,...
The untold story: Kyrgyz Organic Cotton
Kyrgyz organic cotton is a type of cotton that is grown using environmentally friendly methods in the fertile soils of Fergana Valley in the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions.
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
Kyrgyzstan is a land of breathtaking nature, biodiversity, rich culture, and warm hospitality. For OWEN STITCH, It's a place where we ethically source natural materials. For us personally, It's a...
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...
OWEN STITCH Factory: try our products first-hand in Prague, and get a production walk-through
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