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What Did Hikers Wear Before Synthetics Were Invented?
Nowadays you barely have to think twice before pulling on a synthetic jacket and heading out into cold weather. But what outdoor clothes did people wear before synthetic fibers were...
Eco Black Friday
Everyone loves a good deal! With Black Friday steadily approaching, you are probably looking forward to the enticing sales and limited time offers! Nonetheless, don’t let the thrill of scoring a...
What is sustainability?
To us at Arms of Andes, environmental sustainability in fashion industry means not harming the environment in all stages of production including
7 Tips for More Sustainable
A study done by CGS revealed that 30% of consumers in the US and UK would stop buying from a company if they found out the brand did not practice...
What to Bring to the Amazon Rainforest
Planning a trip to Peru? Here are our 5 top picks to include in your packing list for the Amazon Rainforest.
Women Artisans in the Peruvian Andes
In honor of International Women's Day, we're looking at the life of women artisans in Peru: their responsibilites, work ethic and challenges.
Why You Should Wear Alpaca Wool For Ski Tours Or Splitboard Tours
Find out why you should wear Arms of Andes alpaca baselayer or alpaca midlayer on your next ski tour or splitboard tour.