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HELPSY was founded on the belief that design-forward, cutting-edge fashion can have a positive social impact—100% of the time. Sometimes it just takes a discerning eye and a little hunting. We're here to do that for you!
If tree houses and crunchy sandals come to mind when you think "ethical fashion," you're not alone. HELPSY's goal is to alter this conception and to curate apparel and products that are as design-forward and cool, as they are ethical. Our niche focus is on an ever-increasing base of socially conscious customers who are as interested in great design as they are in shopping consciously.
But what is ethical fashion? Can fashion even be ethical? (Of course we believe it can.) These are difficult questions that deserve thoughtful answers. Buying ethically is not just a matter of buying recycled bamboo yoga pants because, let's face it, bamboo yoga pants don't fit every moment, taste, or lifestyle: there are other many ways to shop ethically. Through our editorial arm at HELPSY, LookGood. Do Good, we hope to answer some of these questions and promote discussion. Through our marketplace, we hope to guide you to make more ethical purchasing decisions, with zero sacrifice in beauty or style.
Based on our definition at HELPSY, a product is ethical if it is on or more of the following:
non-disposable and well-made
eco-conscious
up-cycled
recycled
fair-trade
vintage
sold to profit philanthropic causes
manufactured where it was conceived
or handcrafted in a way that preserves indigenous artisanal traditions.
If any of the above terms aren't familiar to you, stick around awhile and soon they will be!
Buying ethical products encourages the fashion industry to sell them! The more we choose to purchase ethical goods, the faster the fashion industry will adapt to make them, and the better off we'll all be.
If tree houses and crunchy sandals come to mind when you think "ethical fashion," you're not alone. HELPSY's goal is to alter this conception and to curate apparel and products that are as design-forward and cool, as they are ethical. Our niche focus is on an ever-increasing base of socially conscious customers who are as interested in great design as they are in shopping consciously.
But what is ethical fashion? Can fashion even be ethical? (Of course we believe it can.) These are difficult questions that deserve thoughtful answers. Buying ethically is not just a matter of buying recycled bamboo yoga pants because, let's face it, bamboo yoga pants don't fit every moment, taste, or lifestyle: there are other many ways to shop ethically. Through our editorial arm at HELPSY, LookGood. Do Good, we hope to answer some of these questions and promote discussion. Through our marketplace, we hope to guide you to make more ethical purchasing decisions, with zero sacrifice in beauty or style.
Based on our definition at HELPSY, a product is ethical if it is on or more of the following:
non-disposable and well-made
eco-conscious
up-cycled
recycled
fair-trade
vintage
sold to profit philanthropic causes
manufactured where it was conceived
or handcrafted in a way that preserves indigenous artisanal traditions.
If any of the above terms aren't familiar to you, stick around awhile and soon they will be!
Buying ethical products encourages the fashion industry to sell them! The more we choose to purchase ethical goods, the faster the fashion industry will adapt to make them, and the better off we'll all be.
Overview
Location
Canada, Ontario, Toronto
Employees
11-50
Phone
877-382-7417
Founded date
2012
FAQ about HELPSY
When was HELPSY founded?
HELPSY was founded in 2012.
Is HELPSY still active?
Yes, HELPSY is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Feb 5, 2015.