Our Story

Lupine Outerwear was born in the muddy, tick-infested, beautiful landscape of Vermont's fields and forests.

Founded in 2021 by an outdoor educator who spends her days kneeling in wet soil, scrambling through brush, and constantly tucking her pants into her socks, Ellen knew there had to be a better way. After navigating tick-borne illness and dealing with chronically cold hands, she got tired of compromising between staying safe and staying comfortable outside.

So Ellen went to fashion school and learned how to create outerwear that doesn't make you choose.

For women whose relationship with nature has been complicated by illness, discomfort, or just really limited gear options, these overalls represent something bigger: confidence to get back outside and stay there for as long as you want.

Our Mission

Raise the bar for women's outdoor workwear.

We believe every woman deserves technical gear that protects her body, supports her work, and celebrates her strength. By creating innovative workwear designed specifically for women who spend serious time outside, we're building a world where comfort, safety, and style aren't trade-offs—they're the standard.

When we have the right gear, we stay outside longer, work more confidently, and deepen our connection with the natural world. That's the future we're creating, one pair of overalls at a time.

Meet The Team:

Ellen McCune

Founder and Workwear Visionary, Ellen McCune is the lady behind Lupine, determined to bring a new generation of outerwear into the world. She works with children outdoors in Vermont and her hobbies are dancing, hiking, biking, and exploring the world near and far.

Bria Blunt

A practical dreamer, Bria is a fashion designer and 3D textile print engineer helping fashion-forward creatives do the impossible. Her passion is sustainable and responsible clothing production that neither stifles creativity nor causes harm. Bria loves to inspire dreamers like herself.

These overalls protect me from wet plants that otherwise would get me soaked. These keep me warm but not too hot. They are great for the shoulder seasons.
-Maggie, Vermont Land Trust