La Gaillarde is wonderful cooperative that is a one stop shop for those who like to shop fair trade and ecologically. The sell a variety of merchandise including: clothing made out of recycled/recovered textiles, used clothing, and fair trade/ecological products (chocolate…coffee etc.)
La Gaillarde is a cooperative of clothing designers who make clothes out of recycled/reused fabrics and textiles. Since each designer has a unique eye for fabric, texture and form, you can find clothing for any occasion. Each month there is a fashion show highlighting a designer’s new collection.
In addition their products and services include:
- Fair Trade Clothing from Peru
- Locally produced accessories (cloth bags, jewerly, purses….)
- Organic cotton clothing
- Workshops Galore ! How to recycle your wardrobe, Sewing 101, Jewelery creation and much more. (Workshops in French)
- Vintage clothing and accessories
Location:4019 Notre-Dame Ouest
Hours: Consult their website
Tel: 514-989-5134
e-mail: gaillar@cooptel.qc.ca
Website: http://www.friperielagaillarde.com/
Blog:lagaillarde.blogspot.com
Next Fashion Show: Love Thy Winter. Designer: Harmony Walker. August 22, 2007. Cocktails: 6:30 pm. Show: 7:30 pm.
