Oatly and Kids of Immigrants Partnered for Cafe Workwear
Michael Hemsworth — January 22, 2026 — Marketing
References: oatly & vegconomist
Oatly and Kids of Immigrants have announced a partnership for a series of workwear styles created with baristas in mind to provide them with a number of hyper-specific solutions for their lifestyle. The workwear capsule collection was developed with the influence of real baristas from around the world to ensure the various styles would in the cafe, when roasting coffee beans and beyond. The range thus features the Chore Jacket, Snapback Hat, Crossbody Messenger Bag and a Towel that will work well inside and outside of the cafe, depending on the style.
Executive Creative Director of Oatly North America Michael Lee spoke on the collaboration with Kids of Immigrants to Ethos saying, "Oatly wouldn’t be Oatly without baristas. We’re obsessed with coffee, but even more obsessed with the creative, multi-faceted people who make up the industry. This workwear line is about recognizing baristas – not just for the drinks they make, but for the culture and community they create. So here’s something for them.”
Image Credit: Oatly
Executive Creative Director of Oatly North America Michael Lee spoke on the collaboration with Kids of Immigrants to Ethos saying, "Oatly wouldn’t be Oatly without baristas. We’re obsessed with coffee, but even more obsessed with the creative, multi-faceted people who make up the industry. This workwear line is about recognizing baristas – not just for the drinks they make, but for the culture and community they create. So here’s something for them.”
Image Credit: Oatly
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