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For me summer is synonymous with sundresses! Every year I look forward to adding a Patagonia dress or two to my collection.During the dog days of summer, I am happiest in a cute dress for several reasons:They are comfortable.They let me be active.I look pulled together without trying, because all I actually did was pull a dress over my head.With so many outdoor festivals in Ann Arbor dresses are a great go-to piece. I often ride my bike to Top of the Park in a sundress with shorts underneath. It … read more

It’s 2015. We have wearable technology, hydrogen-powered cars, and a smartphone app that translates foreign languages in real time. Is our best solution for staying cool, looking good, and retaining dexterity really just “use less cotton”? Dozens of outdoor brands beg to differ. As sundress season approaches climax, the line between “technical garment” and, well, “garment” blurs more with each passing day. The outdoor heritage of brands like Patagonia, Nau, and prAna was previously tapped f … read more