About us

Learn more about Northrnr, the clothing

company sewn in Minnesota, below.

Our Mission: At Northrnr, we combine unique in-house sewing techniques with durable, hand-crafted fabrics, sewn 100% in Minnesota by us, to create clothing for outdoor enthusiasts and everyday explorers. Every piece is made to be worn, explored in, and lived in, standing against fast fashion while delivering purpose, adventure, and lasting quality — inspiring people to get outside and experience the world.

sewn 100% in minnesota by us.

You heard that right—everything, from cutting the fabric and sewing to overlocking and shipping, is done entirely by us.

Our Custom Sewing Method


We even developed our own sewing method for the Northrnr Pants, allowing us to make them not only more efficient but also stronger.

tested

in the real world.

We put every product through rigorous real-world testing. For example, with the Athletic Icelandic Pant, we wore it for a full week—through mud, hiking trails, airports, hot weather, cold weather, and rain. Only if the product still looks and performs great at the end of testing do we release it to the public.

Our Orgin story

Northrnr started in 2021 in a college dorm at the College of St. Scholastica. Back then, we only made flannels in three colors with bear patches, and the brand was originally called the Northerner Trading Company.

Learning the Craft

Over the next few years, we added an embroidery machine, an $80 sewing machine, a heat press, and a vinyl cutter. Slowly, we began teaching ourselves how to sew clothing. It didn’t happen overnight—when I say it took a second, I mean it took over a year.

Upgrading Our

sewing machine overlock machine embroidery machine

Now, everything is done in-house by us, with fabric sourced from New York and Los Angeles. We’ve upgraded from our $80 starter machine to Singer overlocks, Juki high-speed industrial sewing machines, and a powerful embroidery machine that delivers flawless detail. These upgrades allow us to create stronger seams, cleaner finishes, and longer-lasting products—all still sewn entirely by us in Minnesota.

Let customers speak for us

from 218 reviews
Great Pants

Should have ordered two pairs. Great fit and looks awesome.

C.
Northrnr

Very nice pants. Legit hand sown, very high quality. Took a while but worth the wait 👍

K.O.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Great product

Bought them for a friend in Europe & “loved the material & amount of pockets. Would definitely recommend”

W.O.
The Northrnr Athletic Icelandic Pant

Product was stitched and handmade with care.The handwritten note with the product was very nice.You can tell this is a person that really cares about.The product they make and they want to make something quality and good for people.I have a soft spot for small businesses.Especially anyone in the sewing industry since my mother is a seamstress and seeing the work that was done.I highly recommend this product to other people and help this person pursue their dream.

N.A.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Great pants, great customer service!!

I wanted to order a pair of the Northernr Utility pants because it's a Minnesota company and there seemed to have been a lot of thought into the creation process. Lightweight, breathable, good for summer, except I wanted a light colored pair. Well, William came through! We chatted extensively, he told me he could easily do khaki pants and he did! They arrived, fit my husband perfectly and are going to be fantastic at our cabin in the summer months! Thank you for all the personal attention William!

S.
Northrnr
Best pants ever

These pants are so well made. I didn't think quality like this was even possible anymore. I'm thrilled with the two pair of pants that I received. They are super comfortable and stylish. I will wear these for many years to come and will be back for more.

D.E.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Great pant style and fit

Meticulously made, fit to size perfectly ( so many other brands are just guesswork!). The Northnr product is perfect for summer.

T.M.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Comfortable Quality Fit!

Have enjoyed wearing my new Northernr pants… Def a purchase I'm happy with! Appreciate the personal attention and customer service! Keep it up!!!

M.M.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Great pants

I have had these pants for a couple weeks now and they are great! Comfortable for lounging, or going out running errands. You can see the that they are hand made, and the quality that goes along with that. William was very responsive during the ordering period, answering shipping questions quickly. As always, you get what you pay for, and these do not disappoint!

E.B.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Pants to make you feel like a superhero

These pants are right out of a comic book from the 90’s in the best way possible. The steel grey color is eye catching. The pockets sit right and move with you. And sit right with combat high boots, for any fashionista concerns out there.

Speaking of movement, the pants are amazingly articulate. I’ve put them through a workout with heavy squats, jumps and kicks and the pants just flow with the movement.

The construction is superb. The note that comes with the pants outlines all the work put into creating this garment itself. When you read it, you realize how much heart goes into each pair of pants created.

Recommend getting a pair. Will I order another? Absolutely!

J.B.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Blood sweat and tears

I just love that these are made by a self taught designer and fellow Minnesotan. Kudos!

T.R.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Excellent Quality and Workmanship

Excellent Quality and Workmanship

S.W.
The Northrnr Utility Pants

Got it for a freind, they loved how soft the fabric was

W.O.
Everyday Oversized Unisex Tee
Great fit. Great material.

My new adventure pants. Going hiking, these are for you. Hanging around camp, these are for you. Chilling at home, these are for you.

C.B.
The Northrnr Utility Pants
Awesome product, amazing customer service

I messaged asking if the pants were water repellant at all since I live in SE Alaska and that’s mostly what I wear here. William said he could make me a custom pair. He got them done quickly and sent out. He even threw in an extra gift which I liked even more than the pants. I will definitely order again and help spread the good word of Northnr.

K.S.
The Northrnr Utility Pants