ReMode is an event that focuses on how to keep your clothes in use for as long as possible, using our 7R’s of Fashion.
The ReStore marketplace features vendors focused on reuse, resale, repurposing, rental and repair. While we love and support sustainably made “new” clothes, don’t expect to find anything new in this market! #nonewclothes
The ReFashion clothing swap is the ultimate in reusing your clothes as you trade your unwanted fashion pieces with others! Details for when/where to drop your clothing in advance coming soon (but you can also just show up with them as well).
The ReThink stage will feature industry experts and influencers in a series of talks to help you learn more about how to reduce your fashion footprint, through what you buy and how you care for your clothes, because #lovedclotheslast!
When & Where
When
May 28, 2023 10am-5pm
Where
Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M4W 3X8
MARKET
The ReStore marketplace features vendors focused on reuse, resale, repurposing, rental and repair. While we love and support sustainably-made “new” clothes, don’t expect to find anything new in this market! #nonewclothes
Vendors
CLOTHING SWAP
The ReFashion swap is the ultimate in reusing your clothes as you trade your unwanted fashion pieces* with others!
Steps to a clothing swap/how it works:
1) DROP OFF
Doing a Spring closet clean out? If you have clothes that are in good (used) condition, but just no longer match your style (or size), consider participating in our clothing swap! You can drop off up to 10 pieces, either:
- In advance on May 17th, between 5-7pm at Common Sort Leslieville (760 Queen St E),
- May 24th, 5-7pm at Common Sort Annex (444 Bloor St W), or
- Bring them with you to ReMode!
Psst – there may or may not be a giveaway for anyone who participates in our early drop off!
2) COLLECT A TICKET
For every piece we accept into the swap you will receive a ticket to ‘shop the swap’ – put 5 pieces in, get 5 new-to-you pieces out!
3) GO SHOPPING
Now, it’s the fun part. Explore the racks of items at ReMode and use your tickets to add some great new finds to your spring wardrobe!
It really is as easy as that.
* We will not be accepting undergarments, jewellery, or cultural/traditional pieces.
STAGE
The ReThink stage will feature industry experts and influencers in a series of talks to help you learn more about how to reduce your fashion footprint, through what you buy and how you care for your clothes, because #lovedclotheslast!
See our agenda below for more detail.
Agenda
| 11:00-11:15 AM |
The Rise of Thrift |
| 11:15-11:30 AM |
Garment Care & RepairBradley Foster (Patagonia) |
| 12:00-12:30 PM |
Sustainably Made in CanadaJames Yurichuk (Wuxly) |
| 12:30-1:00 PM |
The Psychology of FashionAnika Kozlowski (Toronto Metropolitan University) |
| 1:30-2:00 PM |
The Ethics of Shopping SecondhandNicole Babin (Common Sort) |
| 2:00-2:30 PM |
Who Makes Our Clothes?Isabelle Sain (Fashion Revolution) |
| 3:00-3:30 PM |
Renting & RestylingJaclyn Pattison (Stylist) |
| 3:30-3:50 PM |
Closing the Loop on TextilesKelly Drennan (Fashion Takes Action) |
| 3:50-4:00 PM |
Student Upcycling PresentationViking Recycling will be providing textiles destined for landfill. Three teams of students from OCAD and George Brown will be taking these materials and transforming them into statement pieces on-site. Final creations will be presented on stage. |
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Venue
Explore the Brick Works
For over 30 years, Evergreen Brick Works has been facilitating change in communities through connection, innovation and sustainable actions. We are so excited to host ReMode in this stunning space!
Take a walk! Evergreen has a lush green space surrounding the event space. Throughout your day we encourage you to come and go between talks, get outside and enjoy!
Grab a bite at the Evergreen Picnic Café! Need a little pick-me-up during the event? Maybe a coffee (or beer!) over a delicious lunch? You can get it all here.
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