The Architecture of Life

A newsletter dedicated to exploring the patterns of fashion, the world and the mind.

By Alexis

Articles

Embracing Radical Sustainability

how internal stability is an act of rebellion against a externally chaotic system
Mar 5 • Alexis

01. Small Sustainable Steps | Appreciating What We Have

Ways to Invest in Your Existing Wardrobe
Jul 15, 2025 • Alexis

What I Learned About the Indigenous Approach to Sustainable Sewing & Living

Highlights From A Trip to the Museum
Jan 18 • Alexis

Other People's Timing

Sometimes our lives are working for other people’s timing.
Jun 17 • Alexis

Just Playing Around

How to stop creating the perfect thing and make YOUR thing (with minimal waste)
Jun 15 • Alexis

Most Popular Articles

Finding Our Footing

Apr 28, 2024 • Alexis

Defining My Style

May 16, 2024 • Alexis

How My Life Became a "Ghost Cat"

Aug 15, 2024 • Alexis

Latest Discussions

Re-Writing Our Stories in Practice

Learning to play..and telling stories along the way
Jun 12 • Alexis

Finding Sanctuary

Notes on finding safety within and externally
May 12 • Alexis

Reconfiguring Alignment and Internal Narratives // Releasing my Newest Pattern

Dec 2, 2025 • Alexis

We Need Bad Art | The (Sustainable) Sewist Series

Jul 31, 2025 • Alexis

The Joy of Showing Up

Jun 29, 2025 • Alexis

Sustainable Trade-Offs | Activewear Fabrics

Jun 24, 2025 • Alexis

My Me Made May Pledge: To Clothe Myself in My Values

How I'm Spending MMM & Some Sustainable Tips for You
May 9, 2025 • Alexis

Building a wardrobe that understands you

a guide to choosing clothes that speak your language
Feb 26, 2025 • Alexis

Lessons I Learned About Life From Harrison Ford

"Late bloomers" don't exist in 2025 or beyond
Jan 7, 2025 • Alexis