Since we have all been spending a little more time at home, the majority of us are lounging in our coziest gear. While some of us are living in sweatsuits, other are lounging in matching loungewear sets and coordinated sets. If you are looking to support local, small business or Canadian brands, here are some options.
I do have to say, when I embarked on my research of Canadian lounge-wear and casual-wear brands, I did not expect this many companies. I have included Ontario in this post and will share companies across Canada in my next post. I have found that many Canadian companies are slow fashion, ethical and sustainable. This is definitely a positive aspect of shopping Canadian, in addition to supporting the Canadian economy.
Ontario
Ottawa Area
Rebecca Rowe
Rebecca makes pieces for a capsule wardrobe and she recently launched an Athlete collection that is perfect for your fall wardrobe. These pieces are great additions to your closet. The bomber jacket is one of my favourite pieces in the collection!
Shop the collection here https://rebeccarowe.ca/athlete/
Blondie Apparel
Blondie Apparel started in 2014 in Eastern Ontario. They have comfort in mind when designing their products and every sweater is very cozy. What I love most about Blondie Apparel is their passion to support Canada. 70% of their fabrics are made at local mill in Toronto and the remainder of their fabrics are sourced from Canadian fabric suppliers. At the moment, they are offering free shipping.
For more information, please visit their website https://blondieapparel.com/
BBxCollection
With a storefront in Ottawa’s byward market, Megan runs a fun shop with hilarious printed t-shirts and sweaters, accessories and skincare. This shop is size-inclusive and offers a wide range of products. If you ever get the chance, pop into the shop to meet Megan, see how kind and hard working she is. I own numerous items from this shop, many t-shirts, sweaters and accessories.
For more information, please visit her website https://www.bbxcollection.com/
Pure Balanxed (Kingston)
I love the message behind this company and the awareness each piece promotes. You can find sweaters, tees and joggers. “From the cut to the soft fabric, every aspect of the design is intentional and meant to provide comfort. Each piece features a signature affirmation that offers something tactile to focus on and keep you present. It’s a reminder to stop, slow down, read, and return to centre.” They are offering free shipping on orders over $50.
Each of their pieces gives back:
Kids Pieces – 5% of sales go to Friends First, this foundation provides young and old with the tools to promote kindness through confidence, empathy, and empowerment.
Adult Pieces – 5% of sales go to National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC).
For more information, please visit the website https://www.purebalanxed.com/
Copious Fashions
Copious Fashions is a Canadian Brand located in Ottawa. Each one of their products is made with longevity in mind. They just launched their femme sweater that you can customize with your three favourite names! I absolutely love the sweaters and what they represent. I also really enjoy the conscious heart sweater. Here is a quote from the website “The Conscious Heart Project is one that supports less waste in the fashion industry. Each ♡ is cut from a scrap of fabric that would normally be thrown away because it becomes to small to work with. Literally wear your love of fashion and supporting less waste in the industry with your Conscious Heart Sweater.” I love that there is a focus on the environment. They are offering free shipping on orders over $150.
For more information, please visit the website https://www.copiousfashions.com/
Greater Toronto Area and Southern Ontario
OkayOk
In a nutshell, this brand is fashion forward while environmentally conscious, sourcing local materials and fun for all ages. They have got great options for fun loungewear and sweats while you are at home. They are offering free shipping for orders over $50.
“OKAYOK is a Toronto based clothing and accessory brand. Local is important to us, as is minimizing our carbon footprint. We strive to make the best garments we can with the materials and manufacturers in reach. Everything is made in the Toronto area, in both our west end workshop and with local manufacturing partners. All design and pattern making is done in house. Our cotton fabrics are milled in Scarborough and Montreal. Our un-dyed basics are sewn in Etobicoke and in our studio. We create our colour stories at a dye house in Ajax, Ontario. All graphics are designed and applied in the studio above our shop. “
For more information, please visit their website https://okayok.ca/
KOTN
KOTN is a Toronto based company focusing on ethically made and sustainable basics. KOTN works directly with farming families in Egypt to acquire authentic Egyptian cotton. They make their own fabrics from the raw cotton sourced from the farmers. KOTN strives to produce affordable pieces, stop child labour and they are a Certified B Corporation (meaning they balance purpose and profit). For more information on this, visit this webpage https://bcorporation.net/ Check out KOTN’s loungewear section for some cozy pieces. They are offering free shipping on orders over $75.
For more information on KOTN, visit their website https://kotn.com/
Encircled
Encircled is a sustainable and Canadian-made brand who focuses on designing capsule wardrobe pieces that offer versatility. They are also a Certified B Corporation. They have a section named “Work from Home Favs” that is ideal for lounging or working from home. They offer free shipping on orders of $150 or more.
For more information, please visit their website https://www.encircled.ca/
Peace Collective
Peace Collective is proudly Canadian and based in Toronto. They strive to empower people to chase their passions. If you didn’t know, each item purchased provides 5 school meals to a child in need. Each piece is quintessentially Canadian, whether it’s supporting Toronto, the West Coast or other initiatives. I own a crewneck sweater that says “Canadian Built” and it’s a very cozy sweater. Peace Collective is offering free shipping on all orders.
For more information, please visit their website https://www.peace-collective.com/
Don’t mind my big bag of flour, I just like to bake.
Namastetics
Namastetics is based in Stoney Creek, ON and is a yoga apparel company with a focus on being inclusive and accessible. They’ve got an assortment of tops, bottoms and one-pieces for you to choose from.
For more information, please visit their website https://www.namastetics.com/
Olive + Splash
Olive + Splash is a Burlington based company who produces unisex athleisure clothing. Their clothing and materials are ethically sourced. Their apparel is Canadian-made and they are a proud supporter of the slow fashion movement.
For more information, please visit their website https://www.oliveandsplash.com/
Mettamade
Mettamade is slow fashion brand abased in Hamilton, ON and they offer a range of tops, bottoms and one-pieces. What I like about this brand, is that they create their pieces to be inclusive of a wide range of body sizes and types. Each piece offers a relaxed fit that fits each unique body type. Their clothing is designed and produced in Hamilton and Toronto. They are offering free shipping across Canada!
For more information, please visit their website https://mettamadeinhamilton.ca/
FRANC
I stumbled upon this brand online and love their story. Their factory is located just outside of Toronto. They design and make all their products in Canada. They focus on creating pieces that are timeless and classic, clothes you can wear every season. Additionally, their products are knit and dyed in Canada, ethical and sustainable. You can find classic pieces for every style from this brand. They offer free shipping on orders over $75.
For more information, please visit their website https://wearfranc.com/
I may have to indulge in more pieces from each of these brands in the future! Thank you for taking the time to read this post.