Questions with Grafletics

About you?

Rick Gilbert is the founder of Grafletics.

Why you started your company?

o   Grafletics was born in Rick’s garage in NW Portland in 2013 and has grown into a brand that's sold across the U.S. and internationally. Rick’s passion for creating Grafletics is rooted in his craft as an apparel Graphic Designer, love of sports and his home in Portland, Oregon.

How long has it been around? Where is it located?

o  Grafletics was born in Rick’s garage in NW Portland in 2013.

How does your product represent Portland?

o   Every piece he makes is designed, printed and finished in Portland. Keeping the garments at an accessible price point and working with Oregon based manufacturing partners is a core value of the brand.

How can we get more of your products?

o Grafletics has flagship retail location in SE Portland neighborhood of Sellwood-Eastmoreland. You can also purchase off of their e-commerce site grafletics.com

How is it different from others?

o Rick believes in the universal truth that apparel can be a common thread that connects us all. That great friendships can emerge through choosing to wear a garment that expresses a passion, home or something you’re interested in.

Why/How did Portland become your home?

o   in 2010 he relocated to Portland from Baltimore, Maryland. To make friends and meet new people he played basketball and lots of it.

How long have you lived in Portland?

o   Since 2010