Transcend Signature
Seattle Chainstitch Tee
Distinctive by design. Made with purpose.
A classic everyday tee, made special by hand.
Each Seattle tee is individually chainstitch embroidered in our Seattle studio by refugee artisans with years of sewing and embroidery experience. The handwork gives every piece subtle variation, making each shirt slightly one of a kind while celebrating the skill, craftsmanship, and creativity of the women who make it.
The tee itself is made from 100% American-grown Supima® cotton, prized for its exceptional softness, smooth hand feel, and durability. Made with ELS (Extra Long Staple) Supima® cotton grown in California under strict quality-controlled guidelines, this 6 oz midweight tee is substantial enough to hold its shape while remaining soft and comfortable against the skin.
No toxic dyes or formaldehyde are used in production, and the garment is produced in a windmill-powered, Fair Trade Certified™ facility.
Details
- 100% American-grown Supima® cotton
- 6 oz midweight fabric
- Hand chainstitch embroidered in Seattle
- Embroidered by refugee artisans in our Seattle studio
- Unisex fit
- Made with California-grown ELS Supima® cotton
- No toxic dyes or formaldehyde
- Produced in a windmill-powered, Fair Trade Certified™ facility
- Each piece may vary slightly due to the handmade embroidery
Made in Seattle, with skill and story in every stitch.
Why Transcend
What makes Transcend different
Natural fibers when new
When we make with new fabric, we choose natural fibers. Reclaimed textiles preserve useful material already in circulation.
Small-Batch Exclusivity
Small-run production reduces waste and ensures your look remains truly unique.
Modernized Heritage
Ancient artisan techniques are reimagined into wearable, contemporary silhouettes for the modern wardrobe.
In-House Circularity
Our Seattle studio provides alterations and upcycling to transform the clothes you already own.
Questions, answered.
It depends on the piece. Bombers, coats and upcycled styles cut from reclaimed and vintage textiles are made once, in the size shown — when one sells, it is gone and cannot be remade. Other styles are made in small batches from new natural fibers. The product description tells you which.
Eligible items can be returned within 30 days. If you love the piece but the fit is close, our Seattle studio can alter it — get in touch and we will advise before you decide.
When we make products from new fabric, we choose natural fibers. Some reclaimed, vintage or deadstock textiles may contain existing synthetic fibers; reusing them keeps useful material in circulation.
Every Transcend piece is artisan made — by our makers in Seattle or by artisan and production partners in India, Bangladesh and Uzbekistan. Each product page identifies the material and making story for that piece.
We produce in small batches and offer in-house repairs and upcycling to keep your garments in circulation longer.