At Mountain Standard Goods, we believe in carrying brands that aren’t just about fashion, but about purpose, craftsmanship, and lasting value. Taylor Stitch checks all those boxes — maybe more. Here’s why this brand is special, and why their products deserve a place in your closet (or your next roadtrip kit, or your everyday carry).

The Origin Story & Values

• Started with a personal need: Taylor Stitch was founded in 2007-2008 by Michael Maher, Barrett Purdum, and Mike Armenta, out of frustration with shirts that didn’t fit, didn’t hold up, or felt more like liabilities than staples. Their first mission: build a better-tailored men’s shirt. 

• Built gradually, intentionally: They didn’t explode into big fashion nights. They honed their craft: fit, construction, fabric, sewing detail. Over time they expanded beyond shirts into a full men’s line — pants, outerwear, knits — but kept the same guiding principles. 

• “Wear in, not out” philosophy: Durability is core. Taylor Stitch designs so their gear improves with use rather than fading into uselessness. That means strong stitching, thoughtful cuts, high-quality materials.

What They Stand For

Taylor Stitch isn’t just making nice clothes. Their mission is rooted in responsibility, sustainability, and real value. Some pillars of what they do:

1. Sourcing Responsibly

   • Uses organic, recycled, or regenerative fibers wherever possible. For instance, almost all their cotton is organic; they use hemp; recycled polyester blends; better leather. 

   • They try to lower environmental impact: less harmful chemicals, less water use, better dye / wash houses. 

2. Building Responsibly

   • Factories and partners with shared commitment to ethical practices. They’ve worked to reduce the number of mills they use, improving oversight and quality. 

   • High quality in construction: good stitching, durable finishes, details like French seams in shirting, etc. 

3. Closing the Loop

   • Programs to extend garment life: repair, take-back / recycling / resale (Taylor Stitch’s “Restitch” program) so fewer pieces go to landfill. 

   • Materials like their “Heavy Bag” line, which uses upcycled scraps and recycled polyester blended with recycled cotton, to reduce waste.

4. Community & Giving Back

   • They engage customers in their process via “The Workshop” (a kind of pre-order / crowdfunded model) so demand is better matched to production. Less over-production, less markdown / waste. 

   • Their responsibility page shows efforts to contribute to communities, give back, etc.

Why Taylor Stitch Is Such An Amazing Brand

If you're wondering why it matters, here are what we think are the biggest reasons:

• Longevity & value: You might pay more up front compared to fast-fashion tees or shirts, but over time a Taylor Stitch piece will serve you far longer, with less replacement cost. When something is well made, you truly get your money’s worth.

• Style + function: Their designs walk that line between rugged / workwear influence and casual everyday style. Whether you’re chopping wood, heading into the office, hiking, or grabbing coffee, their pieces are made to adapt.

• Sustainability + transparency: Many brands talk about green everything; Taylor Stitch is among the ones that show real measures: organic fabrics, reduced mills, repair / resale programs. It’s not perfect (no brand is) but they are doing more than many. 

• Attention to detail: Fit, fabric, construction. French seams, stitch count, durable hardware, good finishes. These aren’t just superficial touches; they affect how a garment performs over time.

• Community involvement: Customers are part of the journey (feedback loops, pre-orders), and the brand seems sincere in trying to do better, not just in sales but in impact.

Why You Should Pay Attention & Buy Their Products

Putting all that together, here’s why Taylor Stitch deserves your consideration (or your next purchase) at Mountain Standard Goods:

• If you want clothes that last — pieces that won’t fall apart, fade, or stretch out quickly — Taylor Stitch gives you that.

• If you care about responsible sourcing and the environmental cost of your clothes: less water, better fabrics, thoughtful production, repair/resale options; all help reduce waste.

• If you want versatile style: pieces that work across seasons, across contexts (outdoor + city + travel) without feeling too specialized or one-trick.

• If you value honest craftsmanship: design that respects function, detail, and wearing-in, not just wearing-out.

• And, if you want to support brands trying to do things differently: better for workers, better for the planet, more transparency, more longevity.
  
  

What to Look for When Shopping Taylor Stitch at MST Goods

Here are some suggestions for what pieces to check out (depending on season, use) and how to recognize the value:

• Their shirting: look for something with solid stitch count, good seams, durable fabric (organic cotton or blends).

• Heavy Bag tees / knits: for weekend wear, layering, comfort with durability.

• Outerwear / jackets: see how they finish zippers, pockets, lining. These often show whether a brand cares.

• Things that can be repaired or resold vs. just replaced; think about fit vs size (if it fits right it will last better), fabric weight, etc.

Final Thought

Taylor Stitch isn’t just another apparel brand. They represent a different approach: slower, more thoughtful, more durable, more responsible. At Mountain Standard Goods, we’re proud to carry them because we believe good gear should serve you for years; whether you’re outdoors, urban, or somewhere in between.

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