"While annual calendars give us a day to celebrate Women and their well-deserved rights, we believe that we benefit as a community from highlighting those around us, near and far, at all times."

While rummaging through one of the fifteen junk drawers in my apartment, I stumbled upon something that seemed quite simple and harmless: a washcloth. Nothing exciting, I know, but it held within it dozens, even hundreds of hours of my Grandmother showing me how to knit. When she wasn't teaching me, it was the supervisors at my primary school during teacher training days, or even my friends who were more skilled than me.

One might think that a piece of knitting is nothing more than what it already is: a piece of knitting. When boredom sets in and the desire for a handmade scarf takes hold, I remember the tips and tricks that these women gave me, and I can almost manage to create something pretty and practical.

But when everything is lost or damaged, what remains for me is the know-how I inherited, which depends on a whole host of women. It's a community of which I'm not the only one. Beyond International Women's Day, it's good to remember the great female figures who have marked history, as well as those closer to home, those who have left their mark on every aspect of our daily lives, making them simpler and almost magical.

The heart of Belle+Rebelle is made up of female entrepreneurs who wish to participate in this sharing effort by showcasing local creators who can in turn continue to flourish and share irreplaceable know-how.

While annual calendars give us a day to celebrate Women and their well-deserved rights, we believe that we gain as a community by highlighting those around us, near and far.

And what better way to start this new adventure of the Belle+Rebelle blog than by offering new and unique content to all those who follow us here and elsewhere?

See you soon!

Marianne Pépin

Belle et rebelle is a women's fashion boutique where you'll discover clothing by Quebec designers , locally made jewelry , and unique accessories . It's the perfect place if you're looking for an independent boutique in Montreal that focuses on local fashion , slow fashion, and female entrepreneurship . Whether you're looking for comfortable and stylish clothing, original gift ideas, or ethical and sustainable pieces, our boutique on Saint-Hubert Street is a must-visit in Montreal.