Journal

Welcome to the Otso Journal. Go behind the scenes with us and explore what matters most: sustainability, community, and creativity.

Is the quality of our Otso clothing too good?
Is the quality of our Otso clothing too good?
What a strange question to ask...A customer of ours recently stated that our T-Shirts are such good quality that they've still got one that they bought 4 years ago and... Read more...
Why is it better to wear ethically made clothing
Why is it better to wear ethically made clothing
Fair wages, better materials, less waste. Here are our top 5 reasons to choose ethically made clothing. Read more...
Can Sustainable Fashion Change the Way We Dress
Can Sustainable Fashion Change the Way We Dress
Ethics and aesthetics don't have to be at odds. Here's how sustainable fashion is reshaping the way we all get dressed. Read more...
Living Plastic Free, Can small changes really change anything?
Living Plastic Free, Can small changes really change anything?
Can small, everyday changes really matter? We explore plastic-free living and what it means to care for our planet. Read more...
Greetings from bonny Scotland. We chat to outdoors and travel writer Rona McMillan.
Greetings from bonny Scotland. We chat to outdoors and travel writer Rona McMillan.
We team up with Scottish writer Rona McMillan to talk adventure, the outdoors, and life off the beaten path. Read more...
Fashion Capital do a Q and A with our founder Simon Kenworthy
Fashion Capital do a Q and A with our founder Simon Kenworthy
Our original website caught the eye of Wix and Fashion Capital. Here's our Q&A on the story behind the Otso brand. Read more...
We meet Dorset Blacksmith and Artist Alistair Butcher
We meet Dorset Blacksmith and Artist Alistair Butcher
We catch up with Dorset blacksmith and artist Alistair Butcher to talk craft, creativity, and community. Read more...
Introducing The Good Will Club: Receive discounts on our sustainable clothing while spreading kindness and love!
Introducing The Good Will Club: Receive discounts on our sustainable clothing while spreading kindness and love!
Say hello to The Good Will Club, our new initiative rewarding kindness with discounts on sustainable clothing. Read more...
The Philosophy Behind Statement T-Shirts
The Philosophy Behind Statement T-Shirts
From 1960s protest to modern self-expression, we dig into why a simple t-shirt slogan can say so much about who we are. Read more...
Why Shopping Local in Slaithwaite Matters: A Love Letter to Our Village High Street
Why Shopping Local in Slaithwaite Matters: A Love Letter to Our Village High Street
Nestled in the Colne Valley, Slawit is more than just a picturesque village - it’s a thriving hub of independent businesses, creative spirit, and community pride. From sustainable clothing at... Read more...
Kill ’Em with Kindness: How Small Acts Can Bridge a Divided World
Kill ’Em with Kindness: How Small Acts Can Bridge a Divided World
In a world that feels increasingly divided, we're making the case for kindness as an active choice, not a passive one. Read more...
The Joy of Forwarding It On
The Joy of Forwarding It On
Maybe that’s what we need more of, these small, human moments that ripple outward. A cup here, a kind word there. A reminder that connection doesn’t have to be loud... Read more...