10 Nov 2011 No Comments

The Grass really is Greener at Green Tree Eco Fashion

On our sales trip to Ontario, we were finally able to visit one of our bigger Diane Kennedy retailers, Green Tree Eco Fashion. This beautiful store provides a unique shopping experience in Ottawa, and owner Sarah Barr’s approach to fashion and beauty is like a breath of fresh air. The atmosphere of the store is inclusive; your size is not important, in fact at Green Tree they don’t believe in sizes! Customers, who happen to range in age from 18 – 75, are encouraged to dress for their bodies, and do away with the restrictive thinking surrounding sizes. We saw Sarah in action the day we stopped by, and were blown away by her outstanding customer service—what an amazing experience!

Inside Green Tree we felt cozy and at home with Sarah and her lovely assistant Sloan. The mandate of this store may be all natural fibres, earth friendly and/or sustainable but the first thing you notice is the amazing innovative style and fashion that fills each rack. It was nice to have a chance to witness the impeccable customer service that Green Tree is known for. We watched Sarah and Sloan work with a customer to find the most amazing, head turning outfit befitting any art gallery opening or chic soiree. In English and French!

What else makes Green Tree unique? As the only exclusively eco-friendly store in Ottawa, it is a haven for environmentally and socially conscious fashionistas of all ages. (And their men, too!) This isn’t just a “let’s-jump-on-the-eco-bandwagon” situation. Sarah’s support of eco apparel, accessory, and beauty lines extends across North America and beyond, and is evidence of her passion for a ‘green’ lifestyle.