Christian Dior – “J’Adore Dior!”
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Born in Granville, Normandy on January 12, 1920. Christian Dior started his life in the fashion business in 1942, after completing his WWII service in the French Army. It was at this time that he joined the house of Lucien LeLong where he became one of its primary designers. It wouldn’t be until 1947 that Mr. Dior would establish his first collection Corolle (“Petal”). In which he was praised by Harper’s Bizarre’s Caramel Snow for constructing the “new look”, that consisted of more voluptuous and boxy shapes. This look would help to revolutionize the feminine silhouette and re-established France as a fore-runner in the fashion world. The house adopted the name of its founder many years later. And, is presently recognized globally for its ingenuity and overall prominence in the field of couturier.
Holt Renfrew | 50 Bloor St. W. | (416) 922-2333
Hours: Mon – Wed 10-6, Thurs – Fri 10-8, Sat 10-7, Sun 12-6
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Versace – Toronto shoppers Versus Italian style
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Founded by the late ground breaking designer, Gianni Versace in 1978. Versace first opened its doors in Milan’s Via della Spiga and received near instantaneous recognition. The house spawned numerous divisions and affiliated businesses world wide which include – Gianni Versace Couture, Versace Jeans Couture, Versace Home Collection, Versus and Versace Collection. Although the house has experienced a widely publicized rough patch in store sales and overall annual revenue. Without question Versace has managed to attain a level of notoriety that very few current labels have yet to parallel. Despite my personal indifference to the line, even I can’t deny the labels magnitude in the global fashion forum.
Holt Renfrew | 50 Bloor St. W. | (416) 922-2333
Hours: Mon – Wed 10–6, Thurs – Fri 10–8, Sat 10 -7, Sun 12-6
Sherway Gardens | 25 The West Mall | (416) 621-9900
Hours: Mon – Fri 10–9, Sat 9:30–6, Sun 11-5
Yorkdale Mall | 3401 Dufferin Street | 416-789-5377
Hours: Mon – Fri 10 – 9, Sat 9:30- 9, Sun 11 – 6
Dolce&Gabbana / D&G – Where edge meets elegance
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Founded by Italian design duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana in 1985. The luxurious women’s line signature pinstripe pant suit and corset ted dress, has been seen worn by everyone from Madonna to Fergie. Although better recognized for their take on the feminine silhouette, the designers broadened their fan base with the release of the highly anticipated men’s collection and D&G in the early 1990’s. Like many successful labels, the fashion house also includes a thriving footwear, perfume / cologne, eye wear and accessory component. That has found its own band of followers the world over and Toronto is certainly no exception. (Also be on the look out for their D&G kids line. Why not start your childs fashion sense off at an early age?)
Holt Renfrew | 50 Bloor St. W. | (416) 922-2333
Hours: Mon – Wed 10–6, Thurs – Fri 10–8, Sat 10 -7, Sun 12-6
Sherway Gardens | 25 The West Mall | (416) 621-9900
Hours: Mon – Fri 10–9, Sat 9:30–6, Sun 11-5
Yorkdale Mall | 3401 Dufferin Street | 416-789-5377
Hours: Mon – Fri 10 – 9, Sat 9:30- 9, Sun 11 – 6
Fendi – Luxury shopping in Toronto
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When Adele Casagrande married Edoardo Fendi in 1925, they decided to change the name of her already established leather and fur shop to Fendi. Little did they know that they would also change the coarse of how high fashion would be viewed throughout the world from that point onward. Adapting the double F “Zucco” logo in the 1960’s, prompted by German Head Designer Karl Lagerfeld, Fendi went on to become a world wide force for designer luxury goods. Their ready to wear line gained immediate praise and although the dealt lesser expensive pelt products, a sacrifice in quality was never an issue. To this very day this fabulous house shows no signs of slowing down. That is, if record sales of their highly sought after “Spy Bag” in 2005 and Mr. Lagerfelds stunningly historic show on top of The Great Wall in 2007 serves as any indication. Fendi would appear to be just as relevant as ever before.
Holt Renfrew | 50 Bloor St. W. | (416) 922-2333
Hours: Mon – Wed 10–6, Thurs – Fri 10–8, Sat 10 -7, Sun 12-6
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Sherway Gardens | 25 The West Mall | (416) 621-9900
Hours: Mon – Fri 10–9, Sat 9:30–6, Sun 11-5
Yorkdale Mall | 3401 Dufferin Street | 416-789-5377
Hours: Mon – Fri 10 – 9, Sat 9:30- 9, Sun 11 – 6
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| Fendi Multicolored Reptile Stamped Bag – Purses, Designer Handbags … – Handbags and Purses: The Purse Page is the largest source for handbag reviews, designer purses and fashion discussion on the web.
LOUIS VUITTON Small Ring Agend | FENDI – Fashion, Entertainment … – things sure i’m gonna bring LOUIS VUITTON Small Ring Agenda, Nano, macbook, Fend Borsa, I prefer Tote bag as my hand carry., (Tama will die I think)… This is for now. Designer Handbag Reviews At Señora Cartera: Fendi Peek-A-Boo … – For those of you that are as head-over-heels in love with the Fendi Peek-A-Boo Satchel as I am, be sure to click on over to Saks where a group of these beautiful bags is now available. With either patent or sophisticated leather … |
Holt Renfrew’s Last Call – Discount designer shopping
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What more can be said about Holt Renfrew’s Last Call besides – don’t walk, run and check it out. Any shopper that seeks amazing deals by even more amazing labels, will find themselves overwhelmed at the outlets new location inside the mammoth Vaughan Mills Mall. You name the label Last Call probably has it, that’s assuming you don’t mind buying off season, from Boss to Cavalli it is all there awaiting your discovery. Dolce and Gabbana and Fendi priced at a fraction of its original suggested retail price, the list goes on and on. I couldn’t think of a better excuse to escape to the Burbs.
Vaughan Mills Mall | 1 Bass Pro Mills. Dr. | (905) 886-74444
Hours: Mon – Sat 10–9, Sun 11-7
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Marc Jacobs – Finding Marc in the heart of the city
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Hailed as being one of New York city’s favorite sons, Marc Jacobs 25 year career as a designer has influenced the way the world views glamour and practicality. Jacob accredited as the man who single handily brought “grunge” to the runway during his tenure as the Head Designer for Perry Ellis. Can also add being Americas youngest designer to ever be recognized and awarded by the prestigious Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) in 1987. His self titled line as well as its ready to wear offspring Marc by Marc Jacobs, have flourished and has quickly become one of the most sought after and co vetted designs in the global market. So desired in fact that many imitations and knock-off have spawned worldwide. His work with the legendary house Louis Vuitton, have surpassed any and all expectations. And, generated record breaking sales for the power house label.
As “in demand” as Marc’s clothing are unfortunately, Toronto has limited locations in which the designers work are available. I don’t think we will see a Marc Jacobs boutiques anytime soon but, here are a list of some retailers that carry the line. If you seek, you will find.
Holt Renfrew | 50 Bloor St. W. | (416) 922-2333
Hours: Mon – Wed 10–6, Thurs – Fri 10–8, Sat 10 -7, Sun 12-6
Sherway Gardens | 25 The West Mall | (416) 621-9900
Hours: Mon – Fri 10–9, Sat 9:30–6, Sun 11-5
Yorkdale Mall | 3401 Dufferin Street | 416-789-5377
Hours: Mon – Fri 10 – 9, Sat 9:30- 9, Sun 11 – 6
Corbo Boutique | 119 Yorkville Ave. | 416-928-9898
Hours: Mon. – Wed. 10–6, Thurs. 10–8, Fri. – Sat. 10–6, Sun. 1–5
Yorkdale Mall – 100′s of the worlds most renowned retailers
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With literally hundreds of the worlds most renowned retailers, Yorkdale Mall can certainly be considered a shopper’s haven. Its all here, from H&M to Holt Renfrew this mammoth complex has got you covered. Located just outside the city’s core, it is hard to think of a better reason to venture outside our urban confines. With something for all age demographics, style sets and price brackets, it may prove quite the feat to leave this mall without a bag in hand.
Yorkdale Mall | 3401 Dufferin St. | (416) 789-3261 Hours: Mon–Fri 10–9, Sat 9:30–9, Sun 11–6 [mappress]
