While I was designing our signature sleeveless shirt, I was watching Game of Thrones, Vikings and Wonder Woman, and fell in love with the costumes and the women warriors who wore them. Plus, I was going through the tail end of a very challenging time in my life, so I wanted to instill my clothes with an aura of strength to help get me through the day.

To me, being a warrior in today’s world is about dealing with the daily struggles of life, whether they are a life threatening illness, the challenges of being a parent, or countless other obstacles. I find that wearing certain items gives me a little extra confidence, whether it’s the perfect pair of leather boots or my husband’s wedding ring. I derive strength from wearing these things. They are my armor.

One of the definitions of armor in the Mirriam Webster dictionary is “a protective outer layer”. In the Tangle Syx world, armor isn’t made from chainmail. Instead it's made from heavyweight 100% linen that feels as good as it looks, and is designed to fit and flatter your curves, which encourages a certain confidence and inner strength. It’s also about the fun derived from feeling a little badass.

We use linen and hemp for their durability, and because people have worn clothing made from these fibers for thousands of years. Wide shoulders give an aura of strength. Topstitched seams make a visual statement, as well as add durability. I also design clothes so they won’t hinder your movements. Clothes you could fight in (if you had to) or run after an errant toddler (more likely).

These are my warrior elements. Perhaps they are all in my head. Or perhaps you see them too. Either way, I hope that they help you to hold your head just a little bit higher and to face your day with a bit more strength and courage, knowing that they were made with the intention to support you and all that you stand for in this thing called life.

We think women’s clothing sizes shouldn’t be so complicated. Men’s pants are sized by waist and length measurements. So we’re experimenting with something similar. Our shirts are sized by bust and hip measurements. (But we also need your waist and height.) Since we make clothes on demand, we can offer an almost unlimited range of sizes. So instead of navigating a confusing grid of measurements and arbitrary sizes, we ask for your measurements. If we have a pattern already created that will fit you, we use that. If not, we can customize a pattern for you and add it to our collection of sizes.

If you’re not sure how to take your own measurements, check out our Videos page.

All Tangle Syx garments are designed, cut and sewn in our workshop in Maine.

Your order should arrive in 2-3 weeks. If you give us a little patience, we’ll make you a garment we hope you’ll love.

It means the pattern pieces are cut from the fabric on the diagonal (instead of the straight grain). This allows a non-stretchy fabric to stretch, which changes the way the fabric drapes over the body. Want to know more? Google it, or watch our Video.