ABout Salt
Meet our brand
At SALT we are passionate about connection, community, and ocean conservation. From the start, those things have always been the most important part of our business.
Navigating the textile world is tricky. It’s not set up for the most sustainable of supply chains. We are working all the time to find better ways to approach production and make the best choices we can. In the end, our hope is that every one of our pieces creates meaningful conversation around minimizing our environmental impact and keeping our Oceans cleaner, no matter what.
Our collection is filled with what we like to describe as sustainable items for a mindful life. With a focus on slow fashion, we aim to help you build a simple, classic, and comfortable wardrobe you love that suits every season.
Designed locally, and sewn in Vancouver, we like to keep our operations close to home. We value the people behind our products and what they stand for. We want how we treat the Earth, each other, and ourselves to guide our daily lives. That includes what we purchase, what we eat, and how we communicate. Let’s live better together.
ABout Salt
MEET OUR FOUNDER | JESSICA WILSON
I was raised on the sea. From a young age, I was lucky enough to have spent summers sailing through Desolation Sound on the coast of BC, and spent family trips in the Caribbean exploring the clear waters. The salty sea has always been my favourite place. I still make it a priority to spend time exploring it’s depths, coastlines, and creatures every day, almost never going a day without interacting with it. My desire to live like a mermaid and make the most of my Island life is what inspires me to build SALT everyday.
My approach to business is pretty simple - put your people first and do good for the planet. If you’re not making the world a better place, what is the point?
I founded SALT in April of 2016 with a mission to make people feel good in their clothes. It’s so fun to see people connect to the pieces we create and SALT as a brand, whether it’s because it makes them feel comfortable and confident, or because they are excited to support a company who is trying to do right by the world (or both!).
My daily routine is never the same. My work is dynamic, collaborative, and challenging - I wouldn’t have it any other way! As SALT’s graphic and fashion designer, I am the brand leader and all around big dreamer. With no formal design or business training, I have created a brand that allows our team to raise awareness around ocean conservation, mindfulness, and the choices we can all make that will lead towards a more sustainable world. I love hosting events and creating community around SALT as a brand leading us all to be ambassadors for the Ocean.
About SALT
Meet The Team
Arielle
Graphic Designer + E-commerce Manager
Arielle lives in Victoria, B.C. and spends her days at HQ designing our packaging and keeping the online shop fresh. Coming from positions in e-commerce management, graphic design, and event coordination she's ready to jump in wherever she's needed. She's a true homebody who loves to create a comfortable place to land where she can weave, read, and practice tarot.
Rachel
Inventory Management & Retail Design
Whether Rachel is docked at HQ or the Salt Spring shop, her multifaceted talents help keep the shop running smoothly. From shipping orders, to social media management, to beautifying our Salty spaces, she's on top of it. Growing up on Vancouver Island, Rachel's passion for art, the ocean, and sustainability have flourished. She loves all things art and design, and when she's not at SALT, she spends her time painting, home organizing, cold plunging, and exploring the outdoors.
Ellie
Customer Support
Meet Ellie, she’s the friendly face behind your emails and the magic hand that ships out your goodies. A thrift store enthusiast, Ellie curates eco-friendly fashion with a keen eye for the unique and the chic. When she’s not hunting for vintage treasures, she’s likely in her garden with her adventure buddy, Samwise (the chonky cat), plotting their next green-thumb escapade. Ellie’s philosophy? Live green, dress fabulous, and never underestimate the power of a good laugh.
Poppy
Unofficial SALT Greeter
Working the shop since the day she was born, when Poppy's not greeting customers at markets or in the Salt Spring shop, she's pecking for worms in the garden or off with Jess on a refreshing cold ocean plunge.