About Trued Apparel

Trued Apparel brings dark minimalist fashion to the Haunted Happenings Marketplace in Salem, Massachusetts. Founded in 2019 by Melissa Woods as a quiet rebellion against fast fashion’s disposability, the Allston, Massachusetts brand pairs dark minimalist aesthetics with premium eco-friendly materials and construction quality that comes through in every stitch.

The collection centers on intentional silhouettes and thoughtful construction — sleeveless hook-and-eye pieces, longline vests, tie-collar tops, and corset-style belts finished with polished hardware — designed for those with a darker inclination who know that strength and softness can coexist.

A Quiet Rebellion Against Fast Fashion

What began as a small passion project has grown into a modern apparel brand anchored in thoughtful construction and a commitment to doing what is right — for the wearer and for the planet. Every Trued Apparel piece is made with quality that outlasts passing trends, bringing a darker sensibility to wardrobes built to endure.

Where and When to Shop

Find Trued Apparel at Derby Square during Haunted Happenings 2026. Derby Square operates on the following dates:

• September 26–27 (Saturday–Sunday)
• October 3–4 (Saturday–Sunday)
• October 10–12 (Saturday–Monday, Indigenous People’s Day)
• October 17–18 (Saturday–Sunday)
• October 24–25 (Saturday–Sunday)
• October 31 (Halloween, Saturday)
• November 1 (Sunday)

Hours: Saturdays 10 AM – 8 PM · Sundays 10 AM – 6 PM · Indigenous People’s Day Monday 10 AM – 6 PM · Halloween 10 AM – 9:45 PM

Follow Trued Apparel

Follow @trued.apparel on Instagram for new releases, or shop the full collection at shoptrued.com.