Sustainable fashion brand, ecologyst, opens its headquarters and manufacturing facility in Victoria to the public on Friday (July 16).
The new facility at 2110 Store St. features a public-facing space allowing consumers to see up close how the clothing is made, with in-house seamstresses working in the open.
The facility is both a retail and factory space where 25 per cent of the clothing they sell in-house is made. The companyB次元官网网址檚 aim is to provide transparency about the manufacturing process and create a deeper connection between consumers and those making the clothing.
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The company emphasized in a release they are dedicated to protecting the planet by creating clothing that stands the test of time. None of the clothes are made with plastics and instead use biodegradable materials such as organic cotton and merino wool.
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The space has lofty ceilings, exposed white brick, neutral and pastel colour schemes and natural lighting, creating an ambience the company states aligns with their brand.
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