Take a look behind the scenes
It starts with a simple belief: we are all a little bit better—a little bit kinder, more creative, and more alive—when we step outside. Happier Outside Company was founded on the idea that the outdoor lifestyle isn't just about the summit; it’s about the community we build and the things we create along the way.
What began as a passion for travel and connecting with others while we're out in wild places being a source of inspiration for a graphic design/screen printing side quest has now grown into a multi-disciplinary creative house. We serve our community in three distinct ways: through thoughtfully crafted apparel that encourages exploration; through Happier Outside Design Co, where we help fellow outdoor-adjacent brands find their visual voice; and through our Handmade Markets, which turn local spaces into community-driven hubs for makers and creators.
Whether we are designing a logo, shipping a sweatshirt, or organizing a local market, our mission remains the same: to foster connection. We aren’t just building a brand; we’re building a reminder that we all belong out here. And when we're not doing this, or working our full time jobs, we're traveling and getting outside as much as possible.
What this brand is all about
Connection over competition
Whether it’s through our handmade markets or our design services, we believe in lifting the floor for everyone. We choose collaboration over rivalry, believing that a thriving local economy and a connected outdoor community benefit us all.
Approachable
adventure
In our apparel especially we strive to communicate that the outdoors is for everyone—from the backyard gardener to the thru-hiker. We strip away the "elitist" barrier of outdoor culture to create a warm invitation, not a closed club.
Intentional
craft
We don’t do "filler." or AI slop. Every stitch in our apparel, every pixel in our design work, and every vendor in our market is chosen with purpose. We value quality, longevity, doing things with our hands, and the story behind the work.
