Some clothes are made to be worn. Others are made to be lived in.
For Abby Farr, the difference begins with how a piece moves, feels, and fits into everyday life.
“When I design, I’m thinking about how it will actually function for the person wearing it,” she explains. “It flows, is easy to care for, and the luxurious softness makes the wearer feel good.”
That philosophy is at the heart of Tillage Clothing, her thoughtfully designed line that blends elevated style with everyday comfort, all while quietly carrying a deeper purpose. Abby, a Cincinnati native, has built more than a brand. Through Tillage, she’s created something both practical and personal, where intentional design meets a meaningful mission.
Her connection to Loveland has played a role in that journey. The bike trail has long been a place of inspiration, where ideas take shape between steps. And over the years, she’s hosted pop-up events at Alley Boutique and with LMRCA, gathered for meetings at Narrow Path Brewing Co., and currently has pieces available at Lemons and Limes Boutique.
“Loveland’s always been a place where I can think clearly and dream a little,” she reflects.
The dream itself began years earlier in Southern California. Working as a nanny, Abby found herself frustrated by clothing that didn’t quite fit her lifestyle — too tight, too restrictive, lacking function.
Living near the ocean, she began imagining something different. “You could say the ocean helped inspire the design.”
What emerged became the foundation of Tillage: elevated athleisure designed for movement, comfort, and everyday life. Her signature pieces, especially the cozy camper pants, are known for their buttery-soft feel, deep pockets, and relaxed non-compression fit.
However, comfort was only one part of the vision. Abby had been drawn to fashion, not for its trends, but for its transformation. Taking the artistry of high fashion and reshaping them into something people could actually live in.
The name Tillage arrived just as organically. While home one Christmas, Abby found herself flipping through a collection of Ralph Waldo Emerson essays that had belonged to her mother. One line about “tilling the land” caught her attention. And it stayed with her.
“It felt like more than just a name,” Abby explains. “It captured the idea of cultivating something meaningful, from the way each piece is made to the greater purpose behind it.”
That sense of purpose had already been growing in her life for years. Since her mid-twenties, Abby has felt a deep pull toward fighting human trafficking, a cause that would later shape the direction of her business.
“Learning about these girls broke my heart,” she recalls. “I have never been able to let the issue go.”
That conviction eventually became the foundation of Tillage’s mission:
To lead the movement against human trafficking in the U.S. by creating comfortable, ethically-sourced apparel ... because consumers deserve to know how their clothes are made and have the opportunity to help make a difference whenever they shop.
Today, every Tillage purchase gives back to organizations working directly with survivors, helping women move from crisis into safe, restorative environments where they can begin again. The mission also shapes how each piece is made, with fabrics thoughtfully sourced and garments sewn in the United States to ensure fair wages and ethical conditions.
“It holds me accountable to who is sewing the clothes, and how things are sourced,” Abby notes.
Still, it’s at her pop-ups where the brand truly comes to life.
“They make me feel like an old-fashioned tentmaker who would set up shop where the people are,” she says with her easy laugh.
From Loveland’s upcoming Hometown Market along the bike trail to city-wide events like The OFF Market, City Flea, and Crafty Supermarket, Abby’s schedule is full this spring. And centered around in-person moments that often turn meaningful.
“I love cultivating authentic conversations where barriers are broken down,” she shares with sincerity and conviction.
Sometimes, those conversations come full circle. At a recent event, a customer revealed she was a survivor of trafficking, connected to the very organization Tillage supports.
Now as Tillage approaches its 10-year anniversary, the brand continues to evolve ... slowly and intentionally. A recently launched hoodie line has already become a fan favorite (made in Ohio). And Abby is looking ahead to future designs, including a wide-leg pant planned for next spring. She also hopes to expand into new cities, increase sustainable sourcing, and raise the percentage each purchase gives back … currently at 5 percent with plans to reach 10.
Her long-term vision is clear. “I really want to be known as having the best travel clothes ever.”
Clothing that moves, adapts, and endures, just like the people who wear it. Clothing designed to feel good.
And to do good.
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Tillage May & June Pop-Up Events
- May 9: Mother’s Day event, ADC Art Gallery, 9am–2pm
The OFF Market, Summit Park, 10am–4pm
Crafty Supermarket, Music Hall, 11am–5pm - May 10: Mother’s Day Art on Vine, Washington Park, noon–6pm
- May 16: Beauty Boost Fitness Sampler, Summit Park, 9am–noon
City Flea, Washington Park, 10am–3pm - May 23: Loveland Hometown Market, Loveland Bike Trail, 4pm–8pm
- June 6: Wyoming Summer Market, Village Green, 10am–3pm
Loveland Hometown Market, Loveland Bike Trail, 4pm–8pm - June 13: The OFF Market, Summit Park, 10am–4pm
- June 20: City Flea, Washington Park, 10am–3pm
- June 27: Hyde Park Market, 10am–3pm
“I believe when you feel good in what you wear, you feel more confident.”
“The brand is a journey, inviting conscientious consumers to be a part of a mission greater than themselves. We’re about stories, connection, and community as much as we are about adventure and travel.”