LOCAL, ETHICAL PRODUCTION
Committed to producing locally, from fabric to finished garment, this is a top priority for Flair Empire. Every Flair Empire piece is currently designed, cut and sewn by the designer, Clarisse, in Ottawa, Canada. By using a made-to-order or pre-order approach, the risk of overstock or waste is drastically reduced.
LONG-TERM
As Flair Empire evolves, eventually partnering with LOCAL production facilities will be a MUST. Being able to not only meet the people who will help me produce my clothing, but also ensure they are well-compensated, while being able to provide them with all the required details on how the garment is produced, will result in pieces made with care and maximize quality.
Local production also avoids carbon emissions of overseas shipping for samples and finished products, alongside the risk of underpaid work or poor working conditions by easily being able to visit the facilities myself.
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TRANSPARENCY
All Flair Empire items are currently made by the designer, Clarisse, in Ottawa, Canada. Fabrics are sourced in Canada with the exception of stretch leathers and packaging being sourced from China.
After doing extensive research to find the right fabrics, I've learned that there is a limited number of facilities that produce stretch vegan leathers. As a result, I am currently collaborating directly with a manufacturing facility in China for these textiles as I continue my search for a local producer.
Flair Empire packaging is also currently produced in China, though as the label evolves, I plan to source packaging locally.