FIG Clothing: Great Clothing for Travelers
Since we left San Francisco 9 months ago, what I now carry in my very small backpack has drastically changed. I no longer have 20+ pieces of those cute silky tops that don’t breathe, are dry clean only and impossible to wear in hot humid weather or cold weather. Instead I have been slowly transitioning into appropriate wear.
My colorful and impractical clothes have now been replaced by many neutrals and “travel wear.” (eek I hate that term). I now focus on quality, practicality (can I wash it in a tiny hotel sink if I have to) and awesome little details to make my creative side happy.
So when FIG Clothing reached out to me, to see if I wanted to review some “travel wear,” my gut said no…yet I found myself perusing their website until 2AM. They offered curve hugging tops and nowhere did I see pants that could double as shorts. I was in!
ORDERING ONLINE
FIGClothing.com is nicely laid out, easy to use and simple! All of their styles are categorized into collections, Chalet, Metro, Safari, Voyage and Ocean. Although each category represents a destination type there are no rules and you can find practical use in all their options.
Buying clothes online is never easy for me. I’m curvy and my size can never be figured out by using those little size charts – it just doesn’t work for me. I also like to see how clothes fit on real people. You know, not on a model that has everything clipped and tailored to fit perfect. So after stalking FIG’S pinterest account (which is full of everyday people wearing their brand) I picked out some items that I thought would be perfect for our upcoming trips to colder climates. With a leap of faith I picked out a size and when that package came in the mail, it felt like Christmas! Poor Chris had to endure my ohhs and ahhs and fashion show for a good hour.
WHAT I PICKED OUT
Attempting to pick out 3 items from their site seemed impossible. I must have had a dozen tabs opened and kept going back and forth between all the colors and styles. I needed items that were neutral enough to wear over and over again and would keep me warm during our trips to Switzerland and Germany over Fall. Eventually I picked out a piece from their Chalet, Metro and Safari Collection.
Safari Collection – TUN Shirt in Neutral
I was so nervous to get an off white shirt, as I am a magnet for spilled wine, drippy soy sauce and really anything that can stain. Gone is my world of dry cleaning bills, so I told myself that I would no longer be a slave to my clumsiness and I got my winter white top. The top is quite fitted yet really comfortable. I’ve worn it out to dinner, cuddled on the couch and spent hours sightseeing in it… I’m proud to say that many wears later, I have no stains.
* It seems like this shirt dries in seconds and as long as you somewhat fold it when it dries, it will come out wrinkle free!
THE SAFARI COLLECTION is designed more for adventurous travel. The fabric is antibacterial, hypoallergenic and has excellent sun protection (UPF 50).
Chalet Collection – YCA Cardigan in Black
I have always had a love for comfy sweaters, add a hood and I’m in my happy place. Back in SF I would lounge around in oversized sweaters and leggings during the weekends. Chris would call it my old lady look and the outfits were definite man repellers. So when we left SF, I said goodbye to the comfy sweaters and really never found a suitable replacement. Now I have the comfort I want and the tight fit that Chris loves. I never thought I would feel sexy in a hoodie!
* At the time of me writing this, I have washed the sweater twice and laid it flat to dry. There has been no sign of fading and surprisingly my hoodie dries pretty quickly.
THE CHALET COLLECTION truly redefines traditional fleece. The pieces are composed of organic cotton, with a touch of spandex for ease of movement. Their fabric is stretchy and soft, warm, and lightweight.
Metro Collection – OPA Pants in Black
I love love love these pants. They fit like leggings yet have that touch of chicness to them. Although the size I got was too big, they still work and are my go to pant for long sightseeing days or travel days.
* I am normally a size 29 in jeans, so I decided to get a size large. They were pretty baggy and didn’t fit as tight as I like them to. I tried shrinking them but have been unsuccessful. If I pull them up, they work okay but I definitely wish I would have gone with a size small.
The OPA pants are new at FIG! They are made with a tight Ponte di Roma knit, and are super resilient and wrinkle free!
KEY POINTS
The mission of FIG clothing is simple, it’s to offer a sophisticated alternative to traditional travel wear, that showcases the women body. With FIG, it is fast and easy to switch your style by simply changing from a sandal to a high heel shoe!
Everything is produced and manufactured in Canada. They choose Canadian fabrics as well as organic fabrics whenever interesting options exist.
They give back! FIG is always looking for ways to recycle their leftover fabrics, by donating rolls to local fashion schools, reusing scraps or partnering with social organizations.
FIG is sold on their website, and at over 200 retailers in the US and Canada.
FIG is also available on Zappos.com and Amazon.com.
Their symbol, the leaf, symbolizes the invention of clothing with Adam & Eve as the models.