Portland, Oregon, USA

Tender Loving Empire started with two creative souls, a shoebox full of savings, and the belief that good things happen when artists get a proper place to shine. Founded by Brianne and Jared Mees in Portland, Oregon, the brand grew from rogue art shows and apartment silkscreening into a celebration of independent makers, musicians, and wonderfully creative humans. The name may sound slightly world-domination-y, but the empire they’re building runs on art, love, community, and things worth bringing home.