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Justine Barber

Justine Barber

Justine Barber is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Poppy Barley, a Canadian footwear and accessories brand and certified B Corp. She leads design, sustainability, operations, and finance, building the company with a focus on transparency and purpose-driven business.

Justine previously worked in affordable housing and homelessness before founding Poppy Barley. She has received the University of Alberta Alumni Innovation Award, was named one of Western Living’s Designers of the Year “Ones to Watch”, and recognized as an Entrepreneur of Distinction by Alberta Women Entrepreneurs.

She occasionally shares updates on Instagram @justbarber and (even more rarely) on LinkedIn and can often be seen IRL on the tennis court or with her kids.

Articles by Justine Barber

8 Responsible Fashion Changemakers you Need to Know About

Sustainability

8 Responsible Fashion Changemakers you Need to Know About

 7-minute read Instead of choosing convenience, we’re choosing to be thoughtful about the products we purchase and the impact they have. Learn about some of our most-loved...
Progress, Not Perfection

Founders' Letter

Progress, Not Perfection

 3-minute read Progress, not perfection. We live by these words at Poppy Barley. Perfection is paralyzing; progress is encouraging. In the past few months, we’ve reached some...
We're a B Corp! Cheers to a Sustainable Milestone

Sustainability

We're a B Corp! Cheers to a Sustainable Milestone

 3-minute read Our founder, Justine, announces our new Benefit Corporation Certification and shares the inspiration behind reaching this sustainable milestone. She digs deeper into what the title...
Seasons Change, and So Do We

Founders' Letter

Seasons Change, and So Do We

 3-minute read September always brings a return to habit. The nonchalant days of summer slip away and our cool-weather, life routines re-emerge. The structure is a welcoming...
Sustainability Roundup—How Did We Do, and What’s Next?

Founders' Letter

Sustainability Roundup—How Did We Do, and What’s Next?

 4-minute read When it comes to setting and measuring goals, it’s important to take the time and mental space to step back and assess successes, opportunities, and...
Good To The Last Drop: Poppy Barley Releases A Limited Edition Reusable Mug

Product Design

Good To The Last Drop: Poppy Barley Releases A Limited Edition Reusable Mug

 5-minute read How we can make small, meaningful changes to reduce our environmental impact and promote sustainable practices in our everyday lives?
What Fashion Revolution Week Means to the People Helping to Shape It

Profiles

What Fashion Revolution Week Means to the People Helping to Shape It

 12-minute read Meet four like-minded companies, brands, and individuals who are working hard to create a more equitable and green fashion industry.
24 Hours with Poppy Barley's Mexico Operations Manager

Behind the Business

24 Hours with Poppy Barley's Mexico Operations Manager

 6-minute read From morning to night, Laura—Poppy Barley's Mexico Operations Manager—outlines a typical day in the business of shoemaking in León, Mexico.
How To Work At Poppy Barley

Behind the Business

How To Work At Poppy Barley

 18-minute read Without great people to make ideas happen, businesses fail. From fans to employees, from a quick Skype interview to a 3-year courting process, here's how...
Here's What Ethical Manufacturing Means at Poppy Barley

Behind the Business

Here's What Ethical Manufacturing Means at Poppy Barley

 8-minute read Behind everything you wear, including your shoes, is a person with a sewing machine. Here, our co-founder, Justine, shares our approach to screening our suppliers...
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All Day Comfort

Feel-good footwear in medium and wide widths.
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Reformed Pricing

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Ethically made in audited factories with planet-conscious materials.
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Belt Sizes

Natural Waist Measurement Typical Jean Size Belt Size for High‑rise Pant Belt Size for Mid‑rise Pant
23-25" 23/24 26" 28"
25-26" 25 28" 30"
26-27" 26 30" 32"
27-28" 27 30" 32"
28-29" 28 32" 34"
29-30" 29 32" 34"
30-31" 30 34" 36"
31-32" 31 34" 36"
32-33" 32 36" 38"
33-34" 33 36" 38"
34-35" 34 38” 40"
36-37" 36 38" 40"
38-39" 38 40" 42"
40-41" 40 40" 42"
42-43" 42 44" 46"
43-44" 43 44" 46"
44-45" 44 46" -

Sizing Note: For the most accurate fit, measure around your body where you plan to wear the belt. Choose the closest belt size to that measurement.

Belt Diagram Accent Belt and Complement BeltMeasurements start from the beginning of the leather to the middle hole.



Belt Measuring Guide

Belt Measuring Guide

A - High-rise style:

If you plan to wear your belt around your natural waistline, wrap a measuring tape around the narrowest part of your midsection. Then, add 3” to determine your high-rise belt size.

B - Mid-rise style:

If you plan to wear your belt lower than your natural waistline, you will require a dierent size. If you have a particular pair of bottoms you intend to wear your belt with, wrap a measuring tape through the belt loops while in a relaxed position.

When wearing your belt in your preferred style, it should fasten in the middle hole. The belt will relax with wear allowing you to cinch it tighter, as needed.

If you plan to wear the belt in both the high and mid-rise styles, you have two options:

  1. Select your high-rise style and fasten it more loosely when worn in the mid-rise style.
  2. Select your mid-rise style and fasten it more tightly when worn in the high-rise style.
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