Among slow fashion brands, Araks stands out for its mindful, conscious design of unique lingerie and swimwear. A chance studio encounter with founder Araks Yeramyan this past summer, capturing a quintessential New York moment, led us to sit down with her to explore the brand’s core: women, mindfulness, and color.

As the leaves begin to turn and the chill of Fall sets in, chocolate brown is making its mark on Autumn wardrobes, offering a stylish alternative to traditional Fall colors. We’ve curated a list of items, so you can opt for sustainable solutions to try this trend through rental platforms, vintage stores and sustainable brands.

The Conjunction, The Verb, and The Superlative are critical to one’s speech and a slow fashion wardrobe. They are the leading designs for GRAMMAR, a New York City-based slow fashion brand creating the foundational elements of a modern minimalist wardrobe. We spoke with founder and lead designer Althea Simons, who embodies the belief that simplicity in design sparks creativity.

Introducing "In Sarah's Closet", a series that highlights a few favorite slow fashion outfits worn by our editor Sarah Marie Day. This first feature is all about dressing for fall. From a chic brown knit dress by Reformation to wardrobe staples from Asket, get ready for minimal, chic and sustainable street style looks perfect for September in New York City.