Product photography for Shelter: women’s clothing line based on Vancouver Island

Shelter is an environmentally-conscious slow fashion brand based in Canada, and inspired by the principles of beauty, quality, and sustainability. Shelter’s focused line of essentials not only makes you look good, but also feel good about the choices you make for the planet.

Is Shelter clothing ethically and sustainably made?

At Shelter, style and sustainability go hand-in-hand. They work closely with skilled artisans to ensure each piece is meticulously made, ensuring durability and longevity, reducing the need for frequent replacements and ultimately reducing textile waste. From organic cotton to recycled fibers, eco-conscious fabrics are gentle on the environment. High quality European linen is dyed in the United States or in-studio by the owner, Alison. Focused on creating as little waste as possible, fabric scraps, are cut and sewn into scrunchies or pant pockets, or used for their children’s clothing line.

Is Shelter a size-inclusive brand?

Honoring the architecture of the body and making space for customers to move, play, and work, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of Shelter. Believing that everyone deserves to feel confident in the clothes they were, collections are designed to cater to a wide range of sizes and body types, with pieces stocked from XXS-3X.

How does Shelter Clothing fit?

Shelter’s signature designs are baggy and oversized. For a more tailored look with tops, they recommend sizing down. For pants, size up if in between sizes. Their customer service is also incredibly responsive, and their customer service team is happy to advise on sizing.

Outfit details: Lloyed signature button up in Chestnut SHELTER // Quilted Milo Coat in Ginger SHELTER // Sophie Weston jeans IMOGENE + WILLIE // Inquire Chukka boots DANNER

Shelter Lloyed Button Up

Shelter’s signature button up is crafted from a 6oz linen to carry you through any season! A classic collar, unexpected split hem, and perfect cuff make this a classic style that can be dressed up or down.

SHELTER QUILTED MILO COAT

The Milo is a flattering and spacious box-shaped quilted coat with full-length sleeves, long enough for a thick cuff. The exterior is made of organic cotton canvas, layered with a soft cotton voile interior, and 100% cotton batting. Order your usual size for a dramatic, oversize looked, or size down if you want just a little bit of volume. This heavy-duty coat is perfect to adventure in, and sure to be loved for many seasons to come! Shelter’s Milo quilted coat has an all-over diamond stitch pattern. It features two front patch pockets that are extra large and perfect for storing your essentials or keeping your hands warm. The coat closes with snap buttons going all the way up to the neck.