Small clothes

I get a lot of requests for info on where to find ethically made clothing, with the majority about the search for comfortable ladies' underwear (what my hilariously proper husband refers to as "small clothes").  There are great lists of ethical and sustainable underwear brands already available on the internet, but Canadian customers often come up against expensive international exchange and shipping rates - my focus here is on Canadian online retailers as well as where to shop in person in Calgary.  

If you're looking for everyday comfort made from breathable fabrics, go for PACT (pictured above), Only Hearts, or Base Range.  I've also heard good things about Boodywear, though I don't own them myself.  See below for where to buy yourself a pair!  

• PACT: Azura Bay (online), Mountain Equipment Co-op (thong style available at Azura Bay, bikini style available at MEC, hipster & boyshort styles available at both)
• Only Hearts: Azura Bay (online)
• Base Range: Fieldstudy, Gravity Pope
• Boodywear: Planet Organic    

Besides basic underwear, Azura Bay also carries lingerie, sleepwear, and swimwear from many different ethical brands.  You can always contact them if you're unsure about what size to purchase when ordering online!  There are also a number of fantastic Canadian-made lingerie brands that have online shops; Mary Young, Ellesmere Lingerie, and Lorette Lingerie are favourites of mine for beautiful, feminine pieces.