Tom's of Maine founders set up wool clothing company
The founders of sustainble personal care brand Tom's of Maine have set up a new company, Rambler's Way, which offers base-layer garments and intimate apparel made from US Rambouillet (from which the name of the business comes) wool.
Kate and Tom Chappell set up Tom's of Main in 1970, selling the brand to Colgate-Palmolive in 2006. They said on launching their new venture that Ramblers Way was the result of their desire to re-imagine wool as a next-to-skin, superfine fabric, to warm and comfort people of all ages and walks of life.
They added: "Just as importantly, we sought to create a company and products that exemplify the values and beliefs which we hold dear. We create superfine worsted wool garments, while maintaining high standards of ecological responsibility, community involvement, and customer satisfaction. We've created a company that pays homage to America's rich history as a textile producer, while breathing new life into the domestic wool industry, through our collaboration with farmers and producers around the country."
The Chappells also argue that Rambouillet wool offers "a much lower impact alternative to overseas Merino wool from elsewhere", while still representing some of the best superfine wool available in the US.
Joining us on our journey are new generations of the Chappell Family and like-minded partners across the United States. We like to think that we wear our values on our sleeves—and we wouldn't have it any other way!
We hope you enjoy learning about Ramblers Way, and wish you comfort and warmth!
