SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL SECTION
TITIKA titika . ca Say om , then get over to Titika , where you ’ ll fi nd a locally designed women ’ s activewear line made from wool , nylon and fabrics that wick away sweat . Sizes go from 00 to 12 ( XS to XL ). Find fashion-forward tanks and crops that can go from gym to running errands seamlessly . They also carry a variety of yoga mats , towels and other accessories . 357 Queen St . W ., 416-977-6686 Shops at Don Mills , 5 Karl Fraser Rd ., 416-510-8898
VIVIAN SHYU vivianshyu . com Elegance with an edge and casual chic are just a couple of the ways to describe Vivian Shyu ’ s easy-to-wear collections . For more than 20 years , her mix-and-match lines have been synonymous with affordability , wearability , comfort and style . Designed in Toronto , her made-in-Italy boiled wool suiting offers a tailored look with a contemporary twist . Bayview Village Shopping Centre , 416-224-5874 104 Yorkville Ave ., 416-975-5009
ZILIOTTO ziliotto . com Jennifer Ziliotto started her career at the House of Chanel and worked under fashion genius Karl Lagerfeld before coming back to her hometown to set up shop in the city . Her timeless dresses and sophisticated separates work on any body type . 752 Danforth Ave ., 416-463-0632
ACCESSORIES
ANICE JEWELLERY anicejewellery . com Designer Brittany Hopkins attributes her love of all-things jewellery to her grandmother Anice — she ’ s the inspiration behind her creations , Hopkins says . There ’ s plenty to do at Anice — shop for something new ( think rings , anklets , bracelets , necklaces , etc .), design your own piece or sign up for one of the store ’ s workshops . You can even book a private workshop and do a girls ’ night out ( complete with wine ) right on-site at the Ossington location . 167 Augusta Ave ., 416-921-5526 102 Ossington Ave ., 647-351-5526
ARMED upandarmed . com Desiree Girlato started out designing jewellery at her dining room table . The self-taught jeweller and conceptual artist moved from her home to her Dundas West location , where she offers everyday pieces you can wear from day to night , as well as bold pieces that really make a statement . Not only does she service women in her seasonal collections , she has a men ’ s line of rings , bracelets and necklaces . 1024 Dundas St . W ., 647-988-9462
JEWEL ENVY Who wouldn ’ t love this beautiful piece made of 18-karat palladium white gold , green tsavorites and sapphires .
BEADLE beadlestore . com This gallery-style neighbourhood boutique has been around since 2006 and their focus is on local , handmade products . They have about 30 artists , designers and crafters working in the wee boutique , where you ’ ll fi nd pottery , handcrafted soaps , one-of-a-kind jewellery and fun things for baby . 1582 Dundas St . W ., 416-803-7002
BIG IT UP bigitup . com Born out of a collaboration among a group of friends who were tired of the same old offerings on the market , Big It Up was born in 1996 and has been setting trends in hats ever since . You ’ ll fi nd pretty much anything you can put on your head in their stores , from fedoras , slouchy berets and beanies to straw hats , caps and toques . 24 Ripley Ave ., 416-591-0864 Toronto Eaton Centre , 416-597-6773
BOOKHOU bookhou . com Designers John Booth and Arounna Khounnoraj showcase their work in their Trinity Bellwoods location where you ’ ll fi nd exquisite purses , totes and backpacks , as well as beautifully designed and made home goods ( think napkins , throw pillows , linen and canvas storage bins and aprons ). 798 Dundas St . W ., 416-203-2549
YNOT The Viken is a roll-top weekender bag . The roll-top feature lets you expand and contract the bag depending on your needs .
BRODAWKA & FRIENDS brodawkaandfriends . com Jeff Brodawka designs gorgeous , soft leather loafers , oxfords , heels and boots out of his Queen West location . The “ friends ” part of the shop features products ( art prints , greeting cards , soaps , scarves and candles ) mostly created by local pals . 1114 Queen St . W ., 416-893-0173
DAVID DUNKLEY FINE MILLINERY daviddunkley . me This Annex-area studio boasts ready-to-wear hats and headpieces for men and women , including brides , made by an internationally celebrated milliner . Dunkley , the Offi cial Milliner of The Queen ’ s Plate , was trained by the Royal Milliner to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and has outfi tted race-goers from Kentucky to Ascot , including denizens of the royal enclosure . The shop also carries hot tickets like a new leather purse called the “ Lady Julia .” 974 Bathurst St ., 416-538-0998
JEWEL ENVY jewelenvy . ca There are more than a dozen resident goldsmiths in this boutique that ’ s just off Roncesvalles . They design , make and sell everything on site . You can get a one-of-a-kind piece or have them make you something that ’ s uniquely yours . There are also classes available to learn skills like casting , enamelling and pendant making . 151 Marion St ., 647-436-6709
LILLIPUT HATS lilliputhats . com This traditional millinery specializes in headwear for every occasion . They even carry a line of fascinators should you fi nd yourself attending an event fi t for royalty . Everything is made by hand , including the inspired 1920s cloche , bridal headpieces , fedoras , casual hats and oversized saucers with silk fl owers and netting . 462 College St ., 416-536-5933
MADE YOU LOOK JEWELLERY madeyoulook . ca Established in 2001 , their Queen Street West location is home to more than 100 local jewellery designers , so there ’ s plenty of handmade bling on-site . They have a wide range of bracelets , brooches , cuffl inks , necklaces and rings made from a variety of materials at pretty much every price point , so there ’ s something for everyone here . 1338 Queen St . W ., 416-463-2136
YNOT ynotmade . com This place was born in 2009 by designer Tony Mammoliti of a back alley garage and today it ’ s a staple for bike messengers and recreational cyclists alike . Everything from design to manufacturing is done right at the store . There are pedal straps and a slew of messenger and utility bags , as well as funky accessories such as camera straps , wallets and coffee cozies . 831 Queen St . W ., 416-777-2247
HOME FURNISHING
COMMUTE DESIGN commutedesign . com From credenzas and coffee tables to lighting and sofas , if you ’ d describe your design taste as ultra-modern with a pinch of industrial elegance , look no further than Commute Design . Hamid Samad and Sara Parisotto have created visually stunning pieces made of wood , metal , brass and glass , and the store ’ s “ eye candy ” ( their awesome installations ) are not to be missed . 365 Dupont St ., 416-861-0521
DESIGN REPUBLIC mydesignrepublic . com This shop carries lots of modern furniture pieces you won ’ t fi nd anywhere else because they design and make a huge part of their collection . They offer pretty much everything you need to fi ll your home , from dining ( tables , benches and chairs ) and working ( desks and bookcases ) to living ( sofa beds , rugs , coffee tables and more ). Check out Adam Fullerton ’ s lights and Terry Edward Briceland ’ s pillows , rugs and fabrics . 639 Queen St . W ., 416-603-0007
MADE madedesign . ca Industrial designers , architects , craftspeople and artists contribute to this treasure trove of modern Canadian design . They stock exceptionally created handmade and small production piece items such as concrete clocks , log-shaped ceramic bowls , reclaimed fabric napkin sets and industrial felt carriers . 394 King St . E ., 416-607-6384
LIKELY GENERAL likelygeneral . tumblr . com If you ’ re looking to support up-and-coming homegrown designers , a visit to this general store is a must . There ’ s a wide range of products , from beauty products ( perfumes to natural lip balms ) and art prints to kids ’ toys , bags and kitchenware . Perhaps the coolest thing about this shop is the workshops they offer — try your hand at beeswax balm making , bookbinding or Indigo dying , or head on out to their popular feminist fi lm night . 389 Roncesvalles Ave ., 647-351-4590
MADE The Cairo Cut
Concrete Clock is made using specially formulated concrete mix and polished by hand . It is inspired by diamonds .
PEKOTA pekota . com Pekota is described as “ industrial elegance — a union of industrial aesthetic with the sophisticated elegance of a bygone era .” The store boasts an impressive line of designer Marco Pecota ’ s furniture ( seating and tables ), fi xtures ( shelving and lighting ) and one of their most interesting accessories , Arcus bowties made of plated steel and full-grain leather . 406 Pacifi c Ave ., 416-792-8654
THE UMBRA STORE umbra . com Umbra ’ s fl agship store uniquely displays the 30-plusyear-old brand ’ s award-winning designs at affordable prices . Pick up their Prisma frames in chrome , brass , black or copper ; the classic Oh Chair in one of six shades ( call ahead for what ’ s in stock ); and their cubist shelves . 165 John St ., 416-599-0088
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