Armstrong Fox Textiles creates innovative fashion accessories that encompass colour, texture, and touch. Canadians Lesley Armstrong and Anke Fox design and weave on a vintage industrial loom using luxurious materials such as merino wool, alpaca and silk.

BARK Coat (from left) Another original design by fashion designer, Kate Delmage. Using their own woven soft alpaca/merino wool fabric, this 2006 Niche award finalist makes an elegant statement over any outfit. Above-the-elbow sleeves, side slits, and knee-length, the Coat’s front edge gently undulates downward to complement the textured organic fabric. The Coat can be left open or crossed in front and fastened with a broach.

BARK Poncho A soft, lightweight, and a distinctive fashion accessory, that can be worn with jeans or a dressy outfit. The silky feel of the light alpaca yarn contrasts with the dimensional quality of its surface. This effect was created by a special finishing technique recently developed by Armstrong Fox.

TRACKS Shawl The design of this shawl, woven from a 100% fine merino, was inspired by Canada's railroad, a historic symbol of the country's unity. Horizontal openings run the length of this warm, yet light, shawl. Worn around the shoulders or wrapped around the waist, TRACKS expresses simple beauty