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An Update from K & S

(We figured it was time for an update! Sending thanks and love to everyone who messaged, e-mailed, and called to give support over the last months. We’re two lucky girls. Here’s what we’re up to next!) KRISTIN Since December, a million scenarios have played in my head about “what’s next.” I’ve been up and down, [...]

  • January 30, 2013
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Closing a Chapter: Life Beyond {r}evolution apparel

Two months ago, we were planning and projecting the future of our company into 2017. We had put together a board of advisors, raised funding for another production run, researched new fabric options and lined up a revised manufacturing system with a sew shop in Portland. We fully intended to do a second run of [...]

  • December 12, 2012
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Congrats to our One Week Versalette Challenge Winner, Michelle!

Today, we’re announcing the winners of our Facebook giveaways and our pick for the One Week #Versalette Challenge! Thank you to everyone who participated and helped us spread the word about the Versalette! We still have the last of our remaining inventory for sale here. Winners of The $100 Startup by Chris Guillebeau: Katrina Mauro [...]

  • December 6, 2012
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The Versa-Letters: Austria

This is the seventh post in a series called The Versa-Letters where we feature travel stories from women around the world. Today we have a second post from Joanna, who is sharing an impromptu trip to Vienna, Austria. You can read last week’s Versa-Letter from Ecuador here. My train stopped dead on the track. This was the [...]

  • November 28, 2012
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Where Can I Feel Good About Shopping?

We’re often asked about other apparel and accessories companies that you can feel good about buying from. Whether it’s a belt to go with your Versalette or a new pair of jeans, here is a list of our favorite companies and websites that offer sustainable, recycled or made in the USA clothing, jewelry, and accessories: [...]

  • November 28, 2012
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Your Chance to Win a Versalette!

Today we’re announcing the One Week #Versalette Challenge for the chance to win a charcoal Versalette! Here’s out it works: 1.) Wear your Versalette every day for one week. 2.) Take a photo of yourself each day. 3.) Send us your photos — either by email (hello@revolutionapparel.is), Twitter (@RevApparel), Instagram (@RevApparel), Tumblr, or post on [...]

  • November 26, 2012
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How Will You Spend Black Friday?

It’s the most wonderful stressful time of the year. But it doesn’t have to be. With Black Friday quickly approaching, we’re joining several other socially-conscious businesses and closing our online shop for the day. Thanks to HOLSTEE’s Block Friday and The Story of Stuff’s “Choose Family over Frenzy” campaigns, we’re even more inspired to encourage [...]

  • November 21, 2012
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The Versa-Letters: Ecuador

This is the sixth post in a series called The Versa-Letters where we feature travel stories from women around the world. Today we have a second post from Peggy, who is sharing her experience in Ecuador. You can read last week’s Versa-Letters from Chile here. I walk down a dusty street against a steady stream of people, [...]

  • November 16, 2012
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Video: The Versalette Around the World

To rock your own Versalette, visit: www.revolutionapparel.is/making-versatile-apparel

  • November 15, 2012
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The Versa-Letters: Chile

This is the fifth post in a series called The Versa-Letters where we feature travel stories from women around the world. Today’s story is written by Leslie, who is sharing her travels from Chile. You can read past week’s Versa-Letters from Spain here,  Salem, MA here, France here and Ecuador here. I ride the bus from my adopted home in Santiago, [...]

  • November 9, 2012
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Charcoal and sage on sale

The Versalette Goes on Sale Tonight at 8pm EST!

Tonight, at 8pm EST, we will put our remaining Versalettes on sale for immediate shipping! The charcoal color, and a limited number of sage, will be available — indigo and cherry are sold out. You’ll be able to purchase your Versalette at: www.revolutionapparel.is/making-versatile-apparel We expect sales to go fast, so if possible, don’t wait! This [...]

  • November 7, 2012
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The Versalette will go back on sale in charcoal, and a limited number of sage, on Wednesday, November 7th at 8pm EST!

— Shannon & Kristin

The Versalette Goes Back on Sale on Wednesday!

You’ll be able to purchase yours here: http://revolutionapparel.is/pages/making-versatile-apparel

  • November 5, 2012
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The Versa-Letters: Spain

This is the fourth post in a series called The Versa-Letters where we feature travel stories from women around the world. Today’s story is written by Bridget, who is sharing her experience while living in Spain. You can read past week’s Versa-Letters from Salem, MA here, from France here and from Ecuador here. Its been over a year since I [...]

  • November 2, 2012
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The Versa-Letters: Salem, MA

This is the third post in a series called The Versa-Letters where we feature travel stories from women around the world. Today’s story is written by Kelly, who is sharing her travels within the U.S. You can read last week’s Versa-Letter from France here and from Ecuador here. I always wanted to be a witch for Halloween. Bright [...]

  • October 26, 2012
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What We’re Voting For

Every four years, newscasters tell us that this is going to be the most important election in history. Everything is at stake — the economy, women’s reproductive rights, gay rights, the energy crisis. It’s as if, a few times a decade, we’re told that we can make a difference. That our vote counts. That we [...]

  • October 24, 2012
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The Versa-Letters: France

This is the second post in a series called The Versa-Letters where we feature travel stories of women around the world. Today’s story is written by Joanna, who is traveling through Europe. You can read last week’s Versa-Letter from Ecuador here. There I was, on a clear autumn Friday, covered in caked orange mud. I was being [...]

  • October 19, 2012
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The Versa-Letters: Ecuador

This is the first in a series called The Versa-Letters where we feature travel stories of women around the world. Today’s post is written by Peggy, who is backpacking through South America with a charcoal Versalette. A Spiritual Cleansing She’s a beautiful indigenous woman, her face creased with deep lines, her eyes full of strength [...]

  • October 12, 2012
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Our Final Shipping Update

It’s been almost a year since our Kickstarter campaign. For those of you who have stuck with us, you know how long the process has been with lots of highs and lows. This month will be one of our highest highs because, drumroll please… We will officially complete the shipping of all existing Versalette orders! [...]

  • October 10, 2012
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What do you Want?

Lately, we’ve been pushing each other to be more open in our lives. To be more in touch with what we’re really feeling, encouraging each other to express it, get feedback, and be better. Honesty is hard. It’s hard to put out there, and it’s hard to accept. Not a lot of people in this [...]

  • October 3, 2012
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The Versalette: On Sale at Noon EST!

For those of you who missed Monday’s post, the Versalette will be back on sale at 12pm EST for immediate shipping! To check them out, go here. We’re only offering the colors that have been completely shipped out to Kickstarter backers, pre-sale customers and reservation holders. So new orders are only available for cherry and [...]

  • September 26, 2012
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