Roots Cable Lace Scarf, seen here in oatmeal, also available in light grey.
Bundle up against the cold with this Cable Lace Scarf from Roots. Made with acrylic, wool, and cotton blend, you’ll feel cozy, but still lady-like. Pair with a pea coat, dark jeans, and knee high boots to add a touch of whimsy to a streamlined look. Available in oatmeal and light grey. $48. Rideau Centre,
50 Rideau St., 613-236-7760, and four more stores in Ottawa.
Where‘s top picks for everyone on your Christmas list
By Jennifer Patterson
The Trendsetter
Ring in the holiday season with a piece of arm candy from Tiffany & Co. The Bracelet Bag comes in satin, velvet or leather, in colours such as Tiffany blue, burgundy or walnut.
Jacob’s new eau de toilette trio comes in Classique, with notes of pink pepper and citrus; Joie de Vivre, passion fruit and freesia; and Very Chic, vanilla and black amber.
The Swarovski tree and giant reindeer at the Toronto Eaton Centre (photo by Rasheed Clarke)
Each week, our intrepid interns reflect on life and times in the big city.
It’s amazing how Toronto residents go nuts at the first sight of snow. All it took was a few flakes falling yesterday morning for #snow to become a local trending topic on Twitter. That dusting didn’t really stick around, but the imminent arrival of the white stuff (along with the much-maligned early sunset) means it’s the time of year to test the power grid with millions of twinkling lights at the city’s festive displays. (more…)
We asked. Where readers voted. Here are your top spots to shop.
Whistler Village photo copyright Hartemink/Dreamstime.com
Apparel
Roots.
Honourable Mentions
Lululemon.
Hatley Scoops.
Fine Art
Mountain Galleries.
Honourable Mentions
Adele Campbell Fine Art Gallery.
The Plaza Galleries.
Black Tusk Gallery.
Outdoor Gear
The North Face.
Honourable Mentions
Affinity Sports.
Escape Route.
Souvenirs
Cows Whistler.
Honourable Mentions
The Trading Post. 604-938-6204.
Sea to Sky Souvenirs. 604-932-3201.
Spa
Scandinave Spa.
Honourable Mentions
The Spa at the Four Seasons.
Vida Spa.
To vote for next year’s winners, visit www.where.ca/whistler.
To see Vancouver’s winners, visit www.where.ca/vancouver.
2. Spirits by Karoo Ashevak (photo courtesy of the Museum of Inuit Art)
1. Crunching into stone-baked pizzas and grilled panini at Café Uno in the the Distillery Historic District.
2. Marveling at finely crafted stone and bone carvings at the Museum of Inuit Art.
3. Horses and llamas and cows (oh my!), plus a giant vegetable competition and more at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.
4. Admiring Grace Kelly’s glamourous gowns, Oscar and more at the TIFF Bell Lightbox.
5. Savouring straight-from-the-tandoor-oven naan—alongside chicken tikka and palak paneer—at Little India. (more…)
Spring into the season with a bold French tote ($158) from Roots. It’s a workhorse of a bag—one large compartment fits anything and everything you need for a busy day at the office or a jam-packed weekend—but its colourful prince leather body trimmed with vegetable-tanned leather ensures a supple material that only softens over time.
Kristina bag from Roots
Treat Mom to one of summer’s must-have bags from Roots (including Kristina Bag $288, pictured). Bright, buttery-soft leather makes up every piece in this line of arm candy, which ranges in styles from satchels to boho totes to clutches. Each Canadian-made bag works as the perfect carryall to take from the beach to an evening out for dinner.—Jennifer Patterson
Winter’s on its way out; it’s time to get a head start on exploring. Guide yourself with our specialized itineraries, or contact one of Toronto’s many tour operators to delve deeper into this multifaceted metropolis. And don’t forget to check out previous Yours to Discover posts, here: Day One, Day Two, Day Three, Day Four.
Harry Rosen
SARTORIAL STROLLS
Get kitted out and catwalk-ready in Toronto’s most fashion-forward locales.
CANUCK COUTURE The touring fashionista’s must-visit strip, Bloor Street West, between Yonge Street and Avenue Road, is home to a bevy of Canadian-owned retailers with global cachet, including Holt Renfrew—Toronto’s answer to Saks Fifth Avenue—fine menswear mecca Harry Rosen, and distinguished beaver-emblazoned brand Roots.
INTERNATIONAL ICONS Bloor Street also showcases standalone shops representing world-famous fashion houses, including French favourites Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton, Italian labels like Gucci and Prada, as well as German stalwart Hugo Boss. Be sure to accessorize your new ensemble with baubles from Birks, Cartier or Tiffany & Co.
Eleven
SINGULAR STYLE Moving north from Bloor into tony Yorkville ensures encounters with boutiques offering personalized service and unique, on-trend attire. Ladies are encouraged to try 119 Corbo, Eleven, Hugo Nicholson and the Pink Tartan store Seventy-Seven. Finery for fellows is found at Nicolas Men and Anti-Hero, among others.
INDEPENDENT SPIRIT On Queen Street, west of Bathurst, you’re sure to make a contemporary fashion “find.” For women, Robber is one of many inspired indie shops that curate new looks by emerging and established designers from Canada and abroad, while Preloved offers more relaxed garments made from reclaimed fabrics. Modish men stride into Green Shag for bespoke shirts and suits, and attention-grabbing stores like Ruins, which stock exclusive labels in gallery-like settings.
The professional image consultants of The Refinery offer a variety of weekly shopping tours that take you to chic boutiques throughout the city.
We asked. Where readers voted. Here are your top spots to shop.
Whistler Village photo copyright Steve Rosset/Dreamstime
Lululemon Athletica
Honourable Mentions
Helly Hansen;
Snowflake;
Roots.
The North Face Store
Honourable Mentions
Helly Hansen;
Escape Route.
Adele Campbell Fine Art Gallery
Honourable Mentions
Whistler Village Art Gallery;
Mountain Galleries;
Plaza Galleries.
The Trading Post
Honourable Mentions
Sea to Sky Souvenirs;
Cows.
The Spa
Vida Wellness Day Spa
Honourable Mentions
Avello Spa;
Taman Sari Royal Heritage;
Scandinave Spa.
To vote for next year’s winners, visit www.where.ca/whistler. To see Vancouver’s winners, visit www.where.ca/vancouver.
The globe’s most coveted brands—and our own national favourites—are readily available right here in YYZ. Click any of the slideshow images below to view Where Toronto‘s favourite international items for the holiday season.
Styled images with colour backgrounds photographed by Luis Albuquerque. Off-figure styling by Daniel Onori/Plutino Group.
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