Field Notes



Seeing Green

In today's blog we speak to Elizabeth Davis, architect and Ghost Outdoors designer  about the inspiration behind Cabin Fever, our super soft wool blanket.  Tell us about your inspiration for this piece:  Though we often think of dusty red dirt covering the entirety of Australia, we also have some magic, lush hillsides to get lost in. This design references our greener landscapes. We selected a deep, vintage green for a classic, old school army blanket vibe, updated with contemporary shocks of cobalt blue and heathered grey. The stripes harken a time when these bands were used to symbolise the weight of the wool for trading purposes.  What "mood" does green evoke for you?  There's something comforting about the deep green, I can't help but picture it...

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Design Notes: Tattoo Artist Emma Commander on her art, adventures and the new Bandana range.

You know that feeling, on a very rare occasion, when you meet someone and are instantly enamoured with their oh so cool, effortless vibe?  Yeah, that's what it's like to meet Emma Commander.  She's a badass tattoo artist based in Perth, Western Australia where she creates unique, original designs.  She's also a serious escape artist with some epic adventures under her belt.  Given that combo, we were stoked to team up with her on our first bandana range.  Interested in what inspires this legend and what led to our bandana range?  Read on.... What drew you into becoming a tattoo artist and who trusted your first attempts?Ever since I was a kid all I wanted to do was draw. I’ve always loved drawing and...

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Ghost Endorsed: Camping Essentials

Jonesing to get outside but feel more comfortable at a backyard bbq than in the outback?  Yeah, we all start somewhere, but the truth is, you only need a few key pieces to have a great weekend camping.  Below, we've compiled a handy checklist to get you started:   Swag. Don't knock it 'till ya try it. Sleeping in a swag is legit. Our fav is the AOS Tracker. If you like the roominess of a tent, we rate the quality and simplicity of the Kelty. -   Sleeping bag + Blanket. It can get chilly at night, especially in the desert. We recommend an extra blanket to wrap up. Our wool army blankets are perfect for this, and double as a picnic rug for the day time....

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The Coolector Feature

This article was written and featured on The Coolector by Leo Davie in April 2018.~ We’re big fans of heading out into the wild, camping and having the spirit for adventure here at Coolector HQ and, as a result, will always keep our eye out and ear to the ground for awesome new brands that boast great outdoors gear – be this apparel, carries or camping wares – and we’ve found a belter in the shape of Australian brand, Ghost Outdoors, who currently boast a small but perfectly formed array of goods that will appeal to any adventure loving individual this summer and autumn. Ghost Outdoors herald from Perth in Western Australia and clearly have a love of all things wilderness and...

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'Introducing Ghost Outdoors' by Homecamp

The following interview was featured on Australian outdoor lifestyle site, and Ghost Outdoors stockist: Homecamp. Beautifully designed, durably built and effortlessly cool, we bring you Ghost Outdoors. Ghost create modern, minimalist products that look good, feel good and encourage a life outdoors. We chat to the Ghost team about the inspiration for the brand, their philosophy and their dream places to hang their hammocks!   Who is Ghost Outdoors? Tell us about your brand and the Ghost philosophy. We’re an Australian-designed outdoor apparel company making rugged, design-focussed camping and outdoor gear. We believe in escaping the entrapment of modern life at regular intervals, whether it be jumping in a car and taking off, or hiring an epic cabin with some mates somewhere, where your...

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