Local fashion to stand out professionally

You are a young professional newly on the job market and you feel a little lost in front of 1) the phenomenal quantity of clothes that you must obtain to start your career and 2) the eternal questioning of what to wear and in what circumstances. ? Knowing how to dress in the office is not always easy and the first step is often the acquisition of key pieces that will allow us to get through the year (and its four seasons) without multiplying purchases .

Betting on sustainability: basics from here…

For office clothes, you just need to bring sure values. Also, it is essential to ensure the quality of the pieces , without forgetting the importance of the cut (think of men's suits and ladies' suits), which local fashion allows. Companies also do made-to-measure, such as Maillagogo , Baratin , which is very relevant when you think that the garment will last a long time and will be worn frequently.

In the era of slow fashion , which aims to curb overconsumption in the world of fashion and to encourage ethical purchasing, some manage to offer a quality, sustainable and ethical product (notably Betina Lou , Gaia and Dubos , Cokluch , Cherry Bobin , Esser , etc. ). As a professional, it is relevant to put forward your values, even in the clothes you wear.

As consumers, we want more and more information about the clothes and other accessories we buy. Fortunately, local fashion has the advantage, among other things, of allowing us direct access to a lot of information that is normally inaccessible to us. In particular, we know that the working conditions of seamstresses and seamstresses are suitable, which, for my part, is an essential and very rewarding element.

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It was during events like the Quebec fashion sale that I was able to discover several local brands for the first time. Otherwise, direct contact with creators and manufacturers, often in inspiring boutiques, directly at the workshop or even through home shopping , establishes a close relationship with customers and even makes it possible to develop links between the garment purchased and the brand. I personally found my little local fashion boutiques all over Quebec as I moved, and I literally fell in love with the places, the people, the brands and, above all, the spirit behind each boutique and each collection.

Make your mark

Another challenge: how to stand out in the world of jackets and pencil skirts? Well, believe me, local fashion also allows for unique clothing and a signature look inspired by the Quebec lifestyle, while remaining timeless. Indeed, Quebec designers are often inspired to create pieces that stand the test of time through their style and the quality of materials and manufacturing.

Some companies have also shown great originality by offering elements to brighten up our outfits. Rachel's box allows tights lovers to have new tights delivered directly to their homes at a set frequency.

From a more practical point of view, when the time comes to transport your documents or your computer, bags or even envelopes specially designed for shoes are made in la belle province and are just waiting to complete the work sets. .

For gentlemen, the local clothing offer is now starting to be well established (like Atelier Baratin orPatrice Vouvet ), whether for suits or shirts, passing through accessories like original ties and bow ties .

In short, the offer diversifies each year, to the delight of lovers of clothing made in Quebec and wins over new consumers avid for local products every day! And frankly, what could be better than “supporting” the local economy by working?

Revision by Catherine

Cover: Alex and Mary