About Us

Major insulation. Minimal impact.

Inspired by the raw beauty of Canadian winter,
Olmsted Outerwear is a way to simultaneously protect and be protected from the elements.

Gorgeously.

Frederic Law Olmsted’s inspiration is what’s stitched into our every day.

Designed in the late 19th century by Frederick Law Olmsted Sr – co-creator of another city’s important landmark, NYC’s Central Park, and countless other outdoor spaces – “the mountain” as locals call it - is part untamed wilderness, part urban park.

And since F. Law Olmsted's heritage serves as a daily reminder of the importance of preserving nature, of the sheer beauty of it and of the responsibility that comes with the privilege of enjoying it, naming our outerwear line after its designer seemed fitting.

Le Mont Royal is arguably Montreal’s most recognizable natural landmark.

We’re pretty passionate about seeking the very best things - that are also the very kindest things.

Like the warmest and lightest down on earth - to be more specific. And, the fierce protection of habitats and sustainable down harvesting practices.

We work with migrations and the natural rhythms of our ecosystem - all while designing outerwear that works it in every way.

A certified B Corporation

As a B Corporation, we are part of a global community of responsible businesses dedicated to using business as a force for good by meeting high standards for social and environmental impact.

The Hood Vest

The Linen Shirt

The Traveler

The Fishtail

The Hood Vest

The Rider

The Bomber

The Kimono

FOUNDED BY

Mélanie Ellezam

A keen observer and staunch perfectionist, Mélanie has always aimed for aesthetic precision and ethical practices—all of which come together in her latest endeavour, Olmsted Outerwear. For Mélanie, an outdoor buff with the fashion eye of a Parisienne and the can-do attitude of a typical Québécoise, there is no reason why sustainability should exclude great fit and high style. A firm believer in reducing quantity in favour of quality, Mélanie has worked tirelessly to fine-tune the coats' minute details to achieve an exceptional level of comfort and durability.