Hello and welcome to Coastal Thread!

I’m a nutritionist and former elementary school teacher who joined my family business (started by my Dad over 30 years ago), where I now work alongside my brother. I’ve always had a serious fashion bug, and I’ve finally decided to put it to good use!

Coastal Thread was born from my belief that what you wear should make you feel just as good as what you eat - confident, comfortable, and happy in your own skin.

Coastal Thread is an homage to my life spent between two islands - Maui and Vancouver Island, and all the stars in between. I want to bring fun, lively, and unique pieces to my little spot of the globe. I create and curate versatile clothing that moves effortlessly with you from day to night: school runs, work, lunch with friends, or a night out. Think laid-back but stylish, the kind of pieces you can throw on with trainers or dress up with heels.

I’m committed to keeping things small and thoughtful. I order in limited batches to avoid waste, work only with manufacturers who share my values, and am proud to say nothing unsold will ever go to landfill.

I live in Victoria with my husband and our fluffy Pomeranian, Kumu, who happily supervises packaging most days. When I’m not working with my family business, seeing nutrition clients, or photographing new arrivals, you’ll usually find me hunting for the perfect oversized blazer or planning the next collection.

Thank you for supporting my small business. It means the world to me. If you have any questions, just drop me a line at carolyn@coatalthreadshop.com. I always reply personally.

Happy shopping!

Carolyn x