We’ve pulled together the prime sources for finding the perfect gift to give the most fashionable people on your list. All of these designs come from homegrown talent.
Beaufille
We became fans of this sisterly T.O. label back when it was known as Chloé Comme Parris and before one Lady Gaga wore it head-to-toe. Snap up one of their recognizable pieces before hitting up a holiday soirée, and you’re certain to look fresh next to the troupe of ladies bathed in sequins.
Available at Holt Renfrew, 50 Bloor St. W.
John + Jenn
Local label John + Jenn dishes out lots of winter-ready gear at a lower price-point than older sibling Line. We’re feeling their cozy faux furs that will add some punchy ’tude to any old outfit and can double up as a blanket during snowy afternoons.
John + Jenn website
Supafrik/Chinedesign
Chinedesign is the brainchild of T.O.-based designer Chinedu Ukabam. This blue-on-blue printed shirt boasts a mandarin collar and is for the man — or lady — with some serious sartorial pizzazz. When Ukabam isn’t designing, he has been taking his pop-up concept, SUPAFRIK, on the road around the world, aiming to re-contextualize African culture in a contemporary light.
Supafrik website
Hayley Elsaesser
Trust Hayley Elsaesser to inject some joie de vivre into Toronto’s fashion scene. Now that she’s set up camp in Bayview Village and, most recently, on Queen West it’s much easier to get your paws on her high energy designs. We love the serpentine print on these overalls, which will obviously transition seamlessly from the office to the club.
Bayview Village, 2901 Bayview Ave.
Atelier Wonder
Atelier Wonder possesses just as much spunk as Hayley Elsaesser — though here there’s more of a decidedly rebellious spin to the goods. This celestial crop jacket, complete with quilted lining, will rocket the wearer to a new level of cool, keeping plenty of distance from the Canada Goose-wearing drones.
Atelier Wonder on Big Cartel
Greta Constantine
Heading to a proper gala? The GC boys sure know how to crank up the drama. Anything from Kirk Pickersgill and Stephen Wong is bound to turn heads, managing to fit like a glove while remaining super comfy. Bonus: the neoprene fabrics the duo is fond of means that you can gladly chomp on canapes without compromising, you know, the ability to breathe.
Greta Constantine website
Arborist
When you’re not at a holiday party, you may as well be rolling around in a onesie and these folks spin out the best we’ve seen around. This super festive unisex number is covered with all the Xmassy fixings, including wee turkeys, fireside logs and candy canes. Even the biggest curmudgeon in the fam (either some distant uncle — or you) will enjoy it.
Drake General Store, 2607 Yonge St.
