By: Ava Green

More than just a name, the brands we love and trust at Sassyfras not only have a great reputation but also offer excellent quality, fit, and, importantly, style. We trust their track record and can enthusiastically recommend these brands to you!

Tribal

Founded more than 50 years ago in Montreal, their mission still remains the same - to make women look and feel their best, no matter what they’re doing. They know first-hand what that is because women design Tribal clothing for women. Consistent fit and premium fabrics are hallmarks of their quality garments.

Habitat

Comfort, fit and detail are the priorities for clothing from the Habitat brand. Founder and designer Suzanne Connelly is committed to creating clothing that fits well and suits customers’ tastes. This is not fast fashion that you’ll find everywhere, Habitat produces limited quantities for specialty boutiques - like Sassyfras!

b.Young 🍁

Great quality designs with value for your money have been the focus of  b.Young since their inception in 1991 in Denmark. Creating timeless pieces using improved processes with an eye on the environmental impact of textile production, their goal is to produce pieces that will last. This is a brand that creates beautiful styles with integrity.

Culture Clothing

Daring to be different, and urging you to be you, Culture Clothing is a brand that stands out. Whether you’re looking for a piece that’s comfy and classic or a colourful statement piece, this is a brand worth checking out!

Soya Concept

Fashionable, colourful, and feminine for everything from shirts to skirts that are made for women. With a focus on sustainability, high-quality fabrics, affordable prices, and the latest trends, Soya Concept is a brand that aims to earn your loyalty.

Point Zero🍁

One of Canada’s leading clothing brands for men and women since 1979, Point Zero has lots to offer. Based in the heart of Montreal’s fashion district, this Canadian company is focused on great design, superior quality, and trendy fashions all at an attractive price. Additionally, they focus on their ecological footprint in terms of materials and the manufacturing process. An admirable brand that’s homegrown.

Dévia 🍁

Based in Montreal, Devia clothing is proudly designed and made in Canada. With a passion for fashion, they create inspiring and eclectic designs at affordable prices.

Terrera 🍁

Earth-friendly fibres, conscious production, and a commitment to giving back make Terrera an outstanding, sustainable, Canadian company. We think you’ll fall in love with their comfortable, easy-to-wear bamboo basics like bralettes, undies and leggings all created to fit and flatter women.

Moffi

Unique, high-quality clothing with sophisticated details and elegant design. Moffi is designed to appeal to every woman.

What’s In Store For You?

Step into Sassyfras at Eising Garden Centre and explore our carefully curated collection of trusted clothing brands. We’re here to provide great personal service and high-quality pieces from brands you’ll be proud to wear!

Sustainable clothing is a hot topic in the fashion industry right now. Making the switch from fast fashion to a more eco-friendly alternative is excellent for the environment, and you’ll notice a considerable difference in quality, comfort, and durability! At the Sassyfras Boutique, we’re masters of how to shop sustainably on a budget. Here are some tips on how to incorporate eco-friendly fashion choices into your wardrobe.

 

Why is Sustainable Fashion Important?

We love fashion, but there are some unfortunate consequences to fast fashion and unsustainable manufacturing practices. Cheap-quality fashion and international shipping aren’t great for the environment. You can drastically reduce your carbon footprint by choosing more sustainable alternatives. That’s right—you can help protect the earth and look fabulous while doing it!

Here are five ways to make your fashion wardrobe more sustainable and eco-friendly:

Invest in High-Quality Pieces

Do high-quality clothes last longer? The answer is a resounding yes! Hastily manufactured clothing made from poor quality materials won’t last as long. Holes and split seams will develop much more quickly. High-quality fashion is often more budget-friendly than cheap, fast fashion if you consider cost-per-wear because you can wear those pieces for years and years! We recommend looking for versatile, classic pieces that you can dress up or down, or combine with layering pieces throughout different seasons. The more you can wear them, the better the value!

 

Opt for Natural Materials

Naturally-sourced fashion materials like cotton, linen, and bamboo are super sustainable and great for the environment. After all, they come straight from the plant—and you know we’re all about plants over here! Plus, natural materials are more comfortable, breathable, and easy to clean than synthetic materials. 

We have plenty of plant-based fabrics at Sassyfras—ask one of our in-store style experts to help you curate a collection of eco-friendly clothing to kick off the new year!

Avoid Synthetics

Manufacturing synthetic materials can produce harmful chemical byproducts, and when you wash them, they release tiny amounts of microplastics into our water supply. It might seem like a small problem, but those microplastic levels build up quickly when everyone is washing loads of synthetic fabrics every week! These microplastics harm aquatic wildlife, so by avoiding synthetic fabrics, you’re helping protect the wellbeing of our earth and the animals who live in it. You’ll never have to worry about microplastics coming from natural fabrics! 

 

Shop Local

When you shop locally instead of ordering online from stores on the other side of the globe, you’re reducing your carbon footprint significantly. This is because international shipping contributes to carbon emissions and pollution. Plus, you get to feel good about supporting independent and often family-owned businesses in your area instead of giant corporations that often have unethical or unsustainable manufacturing practices.

Choose Canadian Manufacturers

Purchasing fashion designed and constructed in Canada will reduce your carbon footprint even more! When you know exactly where your products come from—and that they're ethically-made and sourced—you can feel good about your purchase. Sassyfras has several lines of Canadian-made products and designs made with ethical business practices. 

 

Have you seen the 2022 fashion collection at Sassyfras Boutique located in Eising Garden Centre? We have one of the best selections of sustainable and eco-friendly clothing in Simcoe, Ontario. Visit us soon to see the hottest picks of the season! Our spring collection will start trickling in soon, so follow us on Instagram to see the latest items as soon as they hit the floor.