The Toronto shopping neighbourhood known for its upscale tenants has just welcomed an unlikely new neighbour, Urban Planet.
Bloor Street is notably home to a crowd of luxury retailers such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Chanel, and more. Although it also has more approachable residents like Aritzia, Roots, and Winners, to name a few, the street is well-known for its high-end occupants. Urban Planet, however, is known for its affordable fashion offerings.
The new Urban Planet location is taking over where Club Monaco once lived, in a picturesque, historical building, which features large columns and a small staircase leading up to its doors — an undeniable contrast to Urban Planet locations we’re used to visiting.
According to Retail Insider, a 2-year lease has been signed by YM Inc. (Urban Planet’s parent company), even though the sign outside the store says it’s a “pop-up.”
The store, which offers trendy, affordable apparel and accessories for men, women, and teens, is located at 157 Bloor Street West in Toronto and is open for the public to shop as of October 11th, 2024. It also features a section dedicated to Forever 21.
Opinions in the comments of Urban Planets Instagram post announcing its new location are divided. One comment states, “This brand does not match with the architectural elegance of the building,” another says, “Weird store to have in Yorkville…” While other comments seem to be excited about the new location sharing, “YESSSSS” and “EPICCCCCC.”
Will you be visiting the new Bloor Street Urban Planet location?
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Montreal’s newest (mega) shopping mall, Royalmount, officially opened its doors to the public on September 5th, 2024. The long-awaited shopping, dining, and entertainment destination is finally open after years of anticipation!
Although not all of its occupants are ready to be shopped, nearly half (over 50) of its retail stores are now open for business. Some of the coveted retailers customers can shop at include Sephora, Alo Yoga, Jimmy Choo, and more.
This is just the beginning for Royalmount, with 170 stores, including 60 restaurants and cafes, set to launch during the mall’s first phase.
The new space aims to serve as an inclusive luxury and unique shopping experience, as well as a hub for “human connectivity” with the help of its dining offerings and community spaces (such as its immersive public art trail).
“…The vision for ROYALMOUNT has always been to foster human connections, create a center of community, and usher in a new era of inclusive luxury for the city. Over the coming weeks, we will welcome new brands, restaurants and concepts, making ROYALMOUNT one of the most exciting places to visit in Montreal for all generations,” says Andrew Lutfy, CEO of Carbonleo and lead ROYALMOUNT investor.
The 824,000-square-foot shopping complex will be home to the highest concentration of international luxury flagship stores in the province, with many standalone luxury boutiques coming to Quebec for the first time, including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Versace, Saint Laurent, Jimmy Choo, Longchamp, RH, and Moncler.
Aside from luxury, the mall also caters to a wider audience with stores such as Mango, Zara, Dynamite, and so many more available to shop. Speaking of – Dynamite just opened its largest flagship ever within the Royalmount quarters.
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The next time you go on a shopping trip to the Eaton Centre, there may be a new store to add to your rotation! WINNERS, Canada’s largest off-price retailer, has announced that the grand opening of its new store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre will be on August 27th, 2024.
In a location formally occupied by Old Navy, the new WINNERS store offers over 18,613 square feet of designer and brand-name apparel, footwear, and accessories–at unbeatable prices!
“We’re very excited to bring all the fabulous WINNERS finds to CF Eaton Centre – North America’s busiest mall – and help more Torontonians have their winning moments,” shares Natalie Zaremba, WINNERS spokesperson. “Our newest store features a unique urban design, modern jewellery counter, an expanded beauty department, and an upgraded mall storefront with convenient access to Dundas Station.”
The grand opening ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. on August 27th, when its doors will officially be open to the public! Regular store hours will be Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
We can’t wait to check out the new WINNERS location!
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As of this fall, there will be 4 new UNIQLO locations to shop at in Canada–and we’ve got all the details!
The Japanese apparel company known for its quality-driven wardrobe essentials and approachable price points, UNIQLO, is continuing to expand its Canadian footprint, announcing 4 new locations set to open this fall.
The company has a goal to reach 200 stores in North America by 2027, so this appears to be just the beginning of UNQILO’s expansion efforts.
Originally founded in 1949 in Yamaguchi, Japan, UNIQLO continues to bring its Japanese values of simplicity, quality, and longevity to a global audience with 1000 stores worldwide!
“We have seen incredible momentum throughout Canada, and we couldn’t be more excited to open four new stores,” says Daisuke Tsukagoshi, CEO of UNIQLO North America. “UNIQLO continues to resonate with Canadian customers, and we aim to deliver essential clothing that complements their lifestyles, made to be building blocks of their wardrobe with longevity in mind.”
The new UNIQLO stores opening in Fall 2024:
- CF Sherway Gardens (Toronto, Ontario)
- Heartland Centre Town (Mississauga, Ontario)
- Bramalea City Centre (Brampton, Ontario)
- Willowbrook Shopping Centre (Langley, British Columbia)
With the success of its core LifeWear products and designer collaborations, UNIQLO continues to grow in popularity, evolving into a world-class retail experience. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for UNIQLO!
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Activewear enthusiasts, get your sneakers on and run over to Yonge and Bloor—Lululemon just opened a huge new flagship location!
Located at 2 Bloor Street West (at the corner of Yonge and Bloor), the new Lululemon store features two floors, carrying a wide range of women’s and men’s apparel and accessories, as well as other items the brand is known for, such as yoga mats and water bottles.
The new store is one of the brand’s largest locations, according to Retail Insider.
While browsing through the Lululemon selection, you’ll notice the unique architecture and design that surrounds the shop, such as curved walls, oak paneling, an array of plants, a fin ceiling, brick details, a stone staircase, and more!
Lululemon also has some notable neighbours you can visit while you’re in the area. Including Alo Yoga, Arc’Teryc, and Aritzia – to name a few.
Lululemon’s new Toronto location is definitely worth a visit!
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Simons, the Quebec-based fashion retailer, has officially announced two brand-new locations coming our way! Soon, Toronto locals will no longer have to take the trip to Mississauga’s Square One to shop at Simons, with new stores opening at Yorkdale Shopping Centre and CF Toronto Eaton Centre!
In case you aren’t aware, Simons was founded in 1840 as a family-owned dry goods store. It has since grown into a popular fashion retailer offering a wide assortment of sought-after styles and brands, with 17 stores across Canada!
The two new stores, set to open in the fall of 2025, will mark the retailer’s 18th and 19th locations in the country.
“Despite current economic challenges in the retail landscape our sales growth in Mississauga has steadily increased since opening and is up by more than three per cent over the last fiscal year. This demonstrates our understanding of our GTA clients’ preferences and signaled to us that now is the time to offer Torontonians the distinctive art, design, and fashion experience that only Simons can deliver.” Shared Bernard Leblanc, President and CEO of Simons.
Both new urban Toronto stores will offer customers the same personalized service and curated boutique shopping experiences they have come to expect from Simons – including Canadian-designed exclusive collections for men, women, and the home.
Each collection will be presented and organized in separate, boutique-style zones, along with a range of well-known brands and designer pieces.
We can’t wait for the new Simons stores to open in Toronto!
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Toronto-based brand Ahiri just opened its first-ever flagship location right on Queen West in Toronto – and there’s a twist!
The label Ahiri launched its online store in 2022 and, more recently, began offering its fashion assortment on Amazon. Now, customers can also experience its contemporary womenswear staples in person at its unique retail space.
“This is a huge moment for Ahiri and our team couldn’t be more excited to offer a fresh retail experience. Ahiri is all about timeless designer fashion and now our customers can get a behind-the-scenes look at our creative process and give their own input. The relationship with our customers will become more intimate, as they will now be reflected in our upcoming collections in a deeper way,” says Michael Jafine, head of design, Ahiri.
Ahiri’s first store will house its design studio on the retail floor! This will allow customers to be part of the label’s design process and access what most labels keep behind the scenes, offering a deeper connection between Ahiri and its audience.
“Co-locating our retail, designer studio, office, and warehouse will save time, resources, and allow Ahiri to streamline its operations. Our customers can see what Michael is working on, give their feedback and be a meaningful part of Ahiri’s ecosystem. They will get a behind-the-scenes look at the design process, including mood boards, fabric swatches and other in-studio accoutrements,” says Sheetu Latif, CEO and co-founder, Ahiri.
We can’t wait to see what the future has in store for Ahiri!
Visit its new flagship (and studio) location at 797 Queen Street West.
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The luxe high-performance apparel and equipment brand Arc’teryx has just been added to the already impressive luxury roster of Bloor Street West in Toronto with its new ‘Alpha’ store concept. Marking its largest location in Canada thus far!
Arc’teryx announced the grand opening of its first-ever Alpha store format last week, marking a significant milestone for the brand. The new format redefines standards in product care and repair while reinforcing the brand’s commitment to sustainability and community engagement.
The new location will stock the widest selection of Arc’teryx apparel and equipment of any store globally, from footwear and climbing gear to trail running, snow sport, and accessories.
This new Alpha store format is the first of many to come, starting in late summer 2024. Reflecting the brand’s commitment to providing hubs for community connection, engagement, and shared mountain experiences.
“We’re proud to introduce our first Alpha Store at home in Canada,” shared Delaney Schweitzer, Chief Commercial Officer at Arc’teryx. “Named for our innovative hardshell jacket that started it all, this store represents a commitment to durability, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence that the Alpha SV jacket has come to symbolize. Bloor Street will showcase our largest product assortment and unparalleled product care services through the ReBIRD™ Service Centre. This store will provide the opportunity to connect with guests in person, supporting their mountain pursuits with high-performance, beautiful, and highly functional products alongside exceptional product knowledge and a deep love for the outdoors.”
Located at 50 Bloor Street West, Arc’teryx will house the brand’s largest ReBIRDTM Service Centre, offering an expanded array of repair services facilitated by two full-time technicians on-site. Allowing customers to professionally repair anything from zippers to full panel replacements.
In addition to the vast selection of Arc’teryx products and ReBIRD™ services, the new store location will also be a hub for learning, local events, and outdoor education.
“As we embark on this new chapter in Arc’teryx’s retail journey with the launch of our new Alpha store format, we are dedicated to investing in the Toronto community and creating a hub for immersive storytelling and engagement,” said Megan Cheesbrough, VP of North America Retail at Arc’teryx.
Check out the new Arc’teryx location at 50 Bloor Street West in Toronto!
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If you’ve ever wished that you could shop local and support your favourite Canadian brands, all under one roof, this is your chance! The bi-annual pop-up event, INLAND, is back for its 10th year, this time, at Toronto’s Eaton Centre!
INLAND’s spring 2024 pop-up will take place at CF Toronto Eaton Centre from May 9th to 12th, on the mall’s third-floor luxury level, next to Sephora. Over 40 of Canada’s most celebrated fashion designers and creators will be available to shop!
Since launching in 2014, INLAND has showcased over 500 Canadian brands and makers from across the country, encouraging shoppers to explore and shop local talent.
The vendor line-up will showcase women’s and men’s apparel, swimwear, jewellery, footwear, bags, and more, showcasing some of Canada’s most visionary brands.
“It’s a great time for fashion and retail because we are all in a “rethink” frame of mind, taking a closer look at what we buy and why we buy it. This is why I’m thrilled to be marking our 10th anniversary at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, bringing local design to one of Canada’s busiest shopping destinations. The intent is to disrupt what shoppers typically experience at the mall and hopefully encourage new thinking about both style and consumption,” says Sarah Power, founder and director, INLAND.
INLAND is also partnering with Fashion at The Creative School, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), allowing TMU students to showcase their collections alongside esteemed brands.
INLAND Pop-Up Hours & Location:
Where: CF Toronto Eaton Centre, 3rd Floor, Beside Sephora.
When: Thursday, May 9 from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, May 10 from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday, May 12 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
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Canada’s leading boutique fitness and wellness studio, Sweat and Tonic, is opening its third location in Toronto!
Sweat and Tonic has announced that its next location will be in Toronto’s prestigious Yorkville neighbourhood – Known for its luxury shopping and dining districts.
The fitness studio has seen immense success in its two existing locations, at Yonge Street and The Well. We can only expect its newest location to be just as big of a hit!
“Sweat and Tonic was conceptualized in 2017 to bring the highest quality of group fitness to Canada with Yorkville as the preferred location. We have looked at many spaces over the ensuing years as we maintained a discipline to be selective…” shared David Ingram, Founder of Sweat and Tonic.
It will occupy an entire floor of the 11 Yorkville tower (11YV), featuring 18,000 square feet of fitness and lifestyle amenities, including 200 classes led weekly by Toronto’s top trainers, as well as social spaces for guests to utilize.
S&T fans will find the same studio offerings they’ve come to know and love while also experiencing a neighbourhood-specific elevated experience!
“Drawing from the distinct characteristics and history of the Yorkville neighbourhood, the design will be classically inspired with modern, energizing, and playful reflections throughout, offering a curated, luxury aesthetic with guest experience at the forefront,” said Morgan Thomas, Chief Brand Officer of Sweat and Tonic.
Stay tuned for an opening date!
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