10 Canadian Genderless Brands to Watch in 2025

|Daniel, Gloom

1. PEAU DE LOUP (Vancouver, BC)


Founded by Adelle Renaud and Erin McLeod, Peau de Loup began with a mission to create button-down shirts that fit all body types, challenging traditional gender norms in fashion. Their designs have since expanded to include a variety of garments, all emphasizing a tailored fit that accommodates diverse body shapes. The brand is committed to sustainability, utilizing upcycled fabrics to minimize waste.

What sets them apart: Expert tailoring that prioritizes fit over gender that accommodates diverse body types, combined with their use of upcycled materials underscores a commitment to environmental responsibility.

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$
peaudeloup.com


2. MINDFUL PIGS (Montreal, QC)


Mindful Pigs is a sustainable, genderless fashion brand that merges cruelty-free living with fashion-forward designs.
Founded by Maria Karimi, the brand emphasizes mindfulness and consciousness in consumption. Their collections feature minimalist designs with symbolic elements, such as the PEGOH figure, representing the voiceless.

What Sets Them Apart: Their integration of ethical practices with symbolic design elements creates a unique narrative that resonates with conscious consumers.

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$
mindfulpigs.com



3. MUTTONHEAD (Toronto, ON)


Muttonhead is known for its gender-neutral basics that blend functionality with Canadian heritage aesthetics. Their collections feature cozy fabrics, relaxed fits, and a focus on sustainability. The brand's commitment to local production and ethical practices resonates with conscious consumers.

What Sets Them Apart: Canadian-made, sustainable basics that combine comfort with ethical production

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$
mtnhead.com


4. ORIGAMI CUSTOMS (Montreal, QC)


Origami Customs offers custom-made, gender-affirming garments, specializing in swimwear, lingerie, and compression wear. Their commitment to inclusivity is evident in their made-to-measure approach, ensuring each piece fits the individual's body and identity. The brand also emphasizes sustainability, using recycled materials and ethical production methods.

What Sets Them Apart: Specializing in custom, gender-affirming garments, Origami Customs is a trans-owned brand that offers made-to-measure pieces, ensuring comfort and inclusivity for all identities.

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$
origamicustoms.com


5. THIEF&BANDIT (Halifax, Nova Scotia)


Thief & Bandit is a Halifax-based fashion label renowned for its hand-printed, made-to-order garments that blur the lines between art and apparel. Founded by artist and designer Amie Cunningham, the brand emphasizes sustainability by using organic fabrics and eco-friendly inks. Their collections feature bold patterns and vibrant colors, often inspired by nature and folklore, resulting in pieces that are both whimsical and wearable.

What Sets Them Apart: Hand-crafted, sustainable fashion with bold, artistic designs that cater to a wide range of sizes.

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$
thiefandbandit.com


6. SPENCER BADU (Toronto, ON)


Spencer Badu's eponymous label challenges traditional gender norms through its unisex designs. Drawing inspiration from urban culture and minimalism, the brand offers pieces that are both functional and fashion-forward. Badu's commitment to inclusivity and innovation is evident in each collection.

What Sets Them Apart:
A blend of urban inspiration and minimalist design that defies gender conventions.

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$

spencerbadu.com


7. MADE BY VERI (Montreal, QC)


Made by Veri crafts minimalist, genderless clothing that transcends seasonal trends. Their designs are characterized by clean lines, neutral tones, and a focus on high-quality materials. The brand's commitment to sustainability is reflected in their local production and use of eco-friendly fabrics.

What Sets Them Apart: Timeless, minimalist designs that prioritize sustainability and ethical production.

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$
madebyveri.com


8. CHERRY GARDENS (Toronto, ON)


Cherry Gardens specializes in minimalist, unisex underwear and loungewear. Their designs focus on comfort and simplicity, using soft fabrics and neutral tones. The brand emphasizes ethical production and inclusivity, catering to a diverse range of body types.

What Sets Them Apart: Minimalist, comfortable loungewear that prioritizes ethical production and inclusivity.

Price Range: $$$$$$$$$$
shopcherrygardens.com


9. 
THE SHOP SALT (St. John's, NL)


The Shop, SALT is a St. John's-based brand creating inclusive, gender-neutral clothing with a minimalist, timeless style. Founded by Lauren Saunders and Emily Evans, SALT emphasizes comfort, versatility, and authentic storytelling. Collaborations with local artists like Mike Gough bring a regional touch to their collections. With a strong focus on community and identity, SALT offers thoughtful fashion that goes beyond traditional gender norms.

What Sets Them Apart:
Their emphasis on hand-crafted, locally produced garments that celebrate individuality through unique dye techniques practices.

Price Range:
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theshopsalt.com


10. 
GLOOM (Guelph, ON)


Gloom is an independent genderless label from Southern Ontario that blends dark aesthetics with thoughtful design. Rooted in screen printing and small-batch releases, the brand sits somewhere between subculture and streetwear. Its pieces from bold swimwear to heavyweight hoodies combine alt romanticism with gritty visual themes. Each collection feels personal, like a message from an underground world. Gloom’s focus on genuine connection and slow made loyalty makes it more than just a clothing brand. It’s a creative outlet that values honesty, emotion, and individuality.

What Sets Them Apart: Gloom’s work isn’t just clothing, it’s a form of emotional armor made for outsiders by outsiders. They give each piece a personal, almost collectible quality.

Price Range:
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gloomlabel.com

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