Spring is the time to shed our layers, physically and mentally. Clearing out cluttered spaces, packing up winter gear and opening windows for our first breaths of spring air. There's something so intoxicating about those first warm days, when the sun is out just a bit longer and you see the first little buds appearing. Our spring arrivals have landed in store and we can't wait to share them with you! The Eliana Trouser and Maya Work Jacket are perfect for early spring days and cool summer nights, cut from color-grown (read: completely undyed!) organic cotton, this is a jacket that you can feel all around good wearing! And we can't forget about the Garden Overalls, made from up-cycled cotton in Guatemala, they have a utility pocket on the chest with three sections, perfect for whatever tools you need right at your disposal!
The Sophie Jumpsuit has been one of our (personally) most anticipated styles of the season! We love the Sophie Jumpsuit because it does everything you need it to and nothing you don't! Slip on and slip off, you won't have to worry about fussing with buttons or zippers, and the ties are attached so you can cinch to flatter but will never lose them ;) Choose from the most perfect lightweight color-grown (read: completely undyed!) organic cotton in a sweet Blush Gingham pattern, or an easy breezy linen in easy-to-wear Basil green or Midnight navy. This is a jumpsuit that you'll feel all around good wearing!
We were first introduced to Re Jin Lee's work during our very first Kordal employee retreat, hosted by RJ, the one day ceramics retreat was our first glimpse into her world and artistic practice. Re Jin Lee is an incredible ceramic artist based in Upstate New York. She is self taught and her work is constantly evolving; subconsciously taking in the influence of the surrounding softness of nature and the unpredictable moods of self, while still maintaining the firm structure of past influences. Her palette is neutral and calm which allows the form and texture of her work to really shine. Her studio feels infinite, filled with so many shapes and textures its hard to know where to look and at each turn you find something new to discover. We thought RJ would be the perfect person to make us feel excited about this return to calming winter neutrals and we loved seeing how she styled our cozy knits at her studio. Check out our Journal post for a full Q&A and studio tour with RJ.
Back in 2021 ago we hosted our first fit clinic with four very gracious volunteers. What did we learn? That every single body is unique, that women with the same measurements didn't necessarily wear the same size, that every fit model's face lit up when they felt good in their clothes. You could see their posture shift, their confidence grow, and that feeling of "hey, I look damn good!" radiating off of them. And thatis what we're working towards – that's the power of clothing that finds a home on a body, the power of body positivity in fashion.
With this year's more even keeled pace of creation, our goal is to be intentional about the fit of our clothing across all sizes. We know that it may be nearly impossible to create a product that works for everyone, but boy are we determined to do our very best anyways! To start out, our styles will be offered in sizes 2XS - 4XL (numeric sizes 0 - 20), and you can take a look at our Size Chart and How to Measure Guide in the new "Sizing" section of the website. We encourage you to refer to these charts to find your perfect fit!
Kordal Summer 2021 collection featuring writer Lisa Przystup at her home in Delhi NY. Music by Ersel Hickey, Bluebirds over the Mountain.
Special thanks to:
Alex Bayer, Chloe Horseman, Jia Yee Ni, Lisa Przystup and Gus <3