Just like pretty much everyone, we were saddened by the closing of Nau, one of the most innovate clothing companies we've seen. A company that yes, sold really great apparel, but did it in a smart, sustainable, new way. It made you feel good about what you were putting on and made you feel even better for supporting their concept.

So when news broke earlier this week that they're staging a comeback, we were blown away. But the plan's a little different this go-around. Instead of Nau stores, they'll be in select retailers with a sharp focus on their online business. What's not going away is their eye for superbly designed clothing and expertise in technical function. Oh yeah, and they're still going to donate a percentage of every sale to "organizations working for the common good." (Kiva was a favorite of mine.)

We can't wait until they're fully back up and running, and we'll be sure to keep you posted.