by Marie-Eve Bournival-Paré July 12, 2021 2 min read
I thought I’d introduce myself a little more today. So my name is Marie-Eve, and I’m the founder and designer of Clothes & Roads.
I decided to launch my own clothing company in 2017 after coming back from a backpack trip and living in a tent, a trailer, a dorm, a van, and hotels for 10 months in the Canadian Rockies, the American East Coast, and Mexico. What a thrill it was !
Living out of a suitcase really pushed me to reconsider everything I possessed. Do I really need this? I concluded that you do not need lots of things to live well, and certainly not when you choose carefully and thoughtfully.
Also read blog post ''Comment le voyage m'en rendue minimaliste''
As the seasons changed over my trip, I managed to evolve my wardrobe according to my needs and I figured minimal was the way to go. Not only for my trips, but for my daily life too. Getting dressed in the morning became so much easier. The less clothes I had, (but that I actually wore) the easier it was to get dressed. It applied to my life on the road, and also when I came back, at home.
This is how I came around deciding to create minimalistic designs, versatile pieces that are a must no matter where your adventures take you, near or far from home. And of course, creating locally and being ecofriendly was a no brainer for me.
Also read blog post : ''Le t-shirt voyageur: un t-shirt qui a voyagé ! ''
There you have it, how my adventures inspired me and eventually Clothes & Roads came to life!
If you want to know why I decided to make my clothing locally, you can read my other blog post over here.
Hi! I am the designer and founder of Clothes & Roads, I love tea, succulent plants, yoga, chocolate and baby animals. Between designing new clothes for my brand, managing my social accounts, the production and the business finances, I like to share on the blog a diversity of subjects like slow fashion, travel, zero waste, local products, minimalism and vanlife! 🚐
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by Marie-Eve Bournival-Paré April 22, 2025 6 min read
April marks Fashion Revolution Month, a global movement that encourages consumers to ask the question: Who made my clothes? It’s an opportunity to highlight the people and processes behind ethical, transparent, and sustainable fashion. In this spirit, I thought I’d share a few facts about myself so you can get to know the creator behind Clothes & Roads and learn a bit about my slow fashion journey. So here are 9 fun facts about me!
by Marie-Eve Bournival-Paré March 12, 2025 5 min read
Visiting a craft market can be a wonderful experience but planning your visit in advance is key to making the most of it. This practical guide helps you optimize your experience so you can shop with intention while supporting local makers. Read on to make the most of your next craft fair visit!
by Marie-Eve Bournival-Paré March 12, 2025 5 min read
As the designer and manufacturer behind Clothes & Roads, I attend craft markets to showcase my handmade eco-conscious minimalist apparel. Being part of these exhibitions is always such a highlight for me as a business owner. But beyond participating as an artisan, I also love exploring craft shows as a visitor. There’s something so inspiring about wandering from booth to booth, meeting other makers, and discovering beautiful, locally made artisanal products. Craft markets are such a unique way to connect with the small business community and celebrate diversity in creativity.
Discover five things I love about craft fairs.
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