Miik Blog

BUT MIIK, WHY ARE YOUR CLOTHES SO EXPENSIVE?

August 10, 2021

Why is sustainable clothing and slow fashion so expensive? The cost of ethical, eco-friendly fashion made in Canada

Listen friends, we're no strangers to the fact that made in Canada clothing costs significantly more than fast fashion brands. But we CAN guarantee you that in the long run, ours will cost you the same, if not LESS than that $25 t-shirt you buy online or at your local shopping mall. Wait, come again? Yes, it's true! Let's break it down together.

Why I started Miik — with founder and designer Donna Smith

February 01, 2021

Hey everyone, Donna here! 👋 I wanted to pop on here really quick and introduce myself, as our community continues to grow and we are connecting with new people every day! Give this video a watch to learn more about what made me start a company in one of the most risky industries: Clothing and Textiles! 😲

Q&A with Donna Smith, founder of Miik

January 28, 2020

As the co-founder and Creative Director of Miik, Donna Smith designs every single piece of clothing we've ever released. Today, we’re letting all of you in on a huge treat! I sat down with Donna over a cup of coffee, to talk about the story behind why she started a sustainable Canadian clothing company.

Kicking off 2020 with our first 10x10 challenge + giveaway!

January 06, 2020

Happy New Year! We're so excited about 2020, and we know that it's going to be a big year for our brand and community. Rather than reinventing yourself in 2020, we want you to take some time to appreciate all the amazing things in your life that don’t need changing. To start the year with gratitude and mindfulness, we’re running a 10x10 wardrobe challenge on Instagram.

Miik's Sustainable Clothing Holiday Gift Guide

November 19, 2019

Give the gift of Miik this holiday season! If you’re looking for ethical and local Canadian made Christmas gifts for all the amazing ladies in your life, look no further. Our unbelievably comfortable, sustainable clothing is designed for women, by women, with eco-luxe fabrics that last. We’ve put together a list of 5 different types of women you might be buying for this season.

7 Ways to Shop Sustainably this Black Friday

November 06, 2019

It’s an exciting, festive time of year and thousands of people will be taking advantage of the Black Friday deals. However, in the light of recent climate strikes, there’s no doubt that climate change is on people’s minds. We’re sharing some simple but effective ways you can be mindful of the environment during Black Friday this year! Let’s get into it.