Behind The Reins
Our commitment to our clients
For nearly ten years we have dedicated our efforts to crafting heirloom quality goods.
From day one we dedicated our brand to continuous learning; learning how we can make well fitted garments that are both comfortable and complementary to as many people as possible. There is nothing more comforting and empowering than a garment that fits perfectly, that experience should be available to all sizes.
Between our production team, design, branding and operations - Street & Saddle has worked tirelessly to build an experience that hopefully brings an immeasurable amount of joy upon every wear.
Our Commitment to our Craftswomen
Apparel manufacturing worldwide is led by an astonishing 86% women. Becoming a well-rounded sewer takes about a decade of hard work, and yet this trade in considered "unskilled" in many countries, which sets barriers towards women earning living wages, workplace rights and immigration.
Our mission is not only to operate an ethical workplace for our team, but to celebrate the beauty and skill that goes into making every garment. By manufacturing in-house, we are able to share our process with our community over social media. We hope that this inspires folks to appreciate the craftswomanship behind all clothing, and to make more ethical decisions with their buying power.
Our commitment to the planet
Every garment is hand crafted in our studio in Vancouver, Canada. We operate on a made-to-order and small batch basis. Though labour intensive, this process reduces the waste of overstock, and allows us to offer free customization services such as hem lengthening and shortening, or catering to those who find themselves outside of our standard size range.
We vet each material and pick them based off of its comfort, durability and potential impact when it is being processed. Whether in a showroom picking out next seasons fabric, or hand picking material from vintage fabric suppliers - we strive to source the best. Our goal is to mostly craft our garments with wools, linens, cottons and other plant based materials. We proudly showcase materials with certifications such as GOTS organic or OekoTex certified.
Our scraps and fabric off cuts are recycled; we have partnered with an innovative textile recycling initiative to turn our fabric scraps, offcuts and other textile waste into home insulation. By doing so, we have diverted thousands of pounds of fabric from the landfill. We also partner with our network of other small businesses, who upcycle our fabrics into new products.
Quality is first and foremost on our mind when it comes to sustainability. Through thoughtful materials and craftsmanship, we aim to make clothing that is heirloom quality.
Creative Director and Owner
Born with reins in one hand and shears in another, Katelyn Woodburn has spent her life dedicated to her two life passions; garment design and horse riding. Born in a small coastal town in Canada, Katelyn spent her youth competing in English riding discipline and her early adult life studying and honing her tailoring craft.
With a focus on the rich history of English and Western riding, Street & Saddle is known for its' eclectic takes on over a century of iconic looks. Marrying the timeless aesthetics of horse riding and the old world values of quality tailoring - we bring a luxurious experience that constantly rediscovers and revives heirloom aesthetics for women of all sizes.
202 - 739 Gore Ave. Vancouver, Canada
Open by appointment
Contact : 604.989.2124