• towel.studio

    Crafts sustainable, organic cotton towel products in their Berlin workshop using a waste-reducing knitting process.

  • Megan Ilene

    Megan Lagueruela is the fibre artist and designer of Megan-Ilene, a studio in North Carolina commited to the lifecycle of a garment, ensuring that your clothes are not in conflict with your ethics.

Curated Exclusively from Independent Makers.

Understory exists as a deliberate alternative to the damaging cycle of mass production. We stand against the anonymous, the corporatised, and the disposable.

Featured Products

The Boleti Lamp | Solar Powered, Portable Lamp
$450.00

The Boleti Lamp blends modern elegance with retro charm, inspired by the mushroom-shaped lamps of the 1960s and 70s. Designed by Marke and Eva Newton and crafted in Spain, it complements any outdoor or indoor space. Made from durable, UV-resistant PE, Boleti is eco-friendly and built to withstand the elements. Its solar-powered design ensures effortless, sustainable illumination. Versatile and stylish, The Boleti Lamp can remain a garden feature or be carried by its handle to create a cozy ambiance anywhere. A timeless statement piece for your home and garden.

Maker: Designed by Eva and Marke Newton

Specifications: LED module: 100 lumens of warm light Portable solar powered lamp Weather resistant IP55 100% Recyclable, U.V. resistant PE diffuser Stainless steel and epoxy painted carry handle H 40cm x W 34 cm x L 34 cm High quality recycled packaging Product guarantee: 2 year

MADE IN BARCELONA

Motors & Parts Hoodie
$180.00

Sweatshirt 80% organic cotton 20% recycled polyester. Special Wash.

Made in Europe with sustainable materials. Humpier ®

Market Shirt | Natural
$220.00

To Market, to Market to buy us organic kumquats! 

We call this the Market shirt because, like all of Megan-Ilene designs, you can quickly throw this on and you’re out the door on your next adventure. Who has time to think about getting dressed!

This piece easily transitions from summer to winter due to the loose, drapey shape which encourages layering and nubby 100% silk noil which keeps you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

All dyes used are either natural or low-impact synthetic and safe for both your skin and our water supply. These are dyed using a low water immersion technique ensuring that our water waste is as scant as possible. Our dye process is organic and we encourage adventure.

Made in North Carolina.

Size 1: Pit to pit: 23-25" laid flat Shoulder to hem: 21-23"

Size 2: Pit to pit 28-30" laid flat Shoulder to hem: 24-26"

*Due to the zero-waste pattern, there is some play in the sizing.

Atlas Duffel
$580.00

Whether you’re packing up for a road trip or catching a last-minute flight, the  Atlas Duffel is built to go wherever you do. Reinforced wraparound handles provide dependable strength when you’re hauling gear, while a weather-shielded zipper keeps dust and rain where they belong—outside. A sleek zip compartment on the end keeps your small essentials close at hand. The side pocket offers quick access to items like gloves, or your field notes.

Made in United Kingdom

Specifications

Dimensions
Carry-On: 13” H × 20” W × 12” D

Capacity
51 L

Weight
Carry-On: 3.6 lb (1.63 kg)

Features

  • Pockets: One exterior front pocket and a zippered end pocket for quick-access essentials.

  • Closure: Heavy-duty YKK® zipper secures the main compartment.

  • Shoulder Strap: 2" cotton web strap with adjustable slide and solid snap hooks.

  • Grab Handles: 2" cotton web handles with a premium leather wrap, plus an additional end grab handle for easy lifting.

  • Base: Reinforced with a double layer of durable canvas for added protection and structure.

in the spotlight

Worm Bath Towel | Multicolour
$165.00

Knitted bath towel featuring our colorful Worm pattern. Terry on the front side, knitted structure on the back. 

  • Made in Berlin, Germany

  • 100% Organic Cotton

  • 70 × 140 cm

  • 470 GSM (grams per square meter)

Care Instructions

  • Machine wash at 40°C or lower to preserve the fibres and the planet.

  • Do not bleach.

  • Stretch gently after wash when it's still wet to retain the original form.

  • Line dry or tumble dry at low temperature.

  • Dry clean with mild process.

  • Steam iron at max. 120°C.

  • If a Terry loop comes out, cut instead of pulling.

towel.studio is the inspiration of knitwear developer Mariko and software designer Roman. From their home studio in Berlin, they make organic knitted cotton products using a waste-reducing knitting process.

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Understory offers a curated selection of unique, story-driven objects and artworks that celebrate aged character, memory, and craftsmanship.

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