In honour of our upcoming Stuart Weitzman Toronto Warehouse Sale, we thought the perfect way to celebrate would be to take a deep dive into the coveted shoe brand, exploring its past and present! From its founding in 1986 to its glowing reputation today, Stuart Weitzman has grown to be one of the top high-end footwear brands available on the market, thanks to its high-quality craftsmanship and desirable designs. 

Let’s dive in!

Stuart Weitzman was founded by none other than Stuart Weitzman himself back in 1986. Before the brand’s founding, Weitzman grew up apprenticing under his father, Seymour Weitzman, at the Mr. Seymour shoe factory, sketching his first-ever shoe design in 1957, at the age of 16!

Since the Creation of the Namesake Brand, the majority of Stuart Weitzman’s collections have been produced in Elda, Spain, a tiny city in the Alicante province known for its artisanal shoemaking.

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Stuart Weitzman has become known for its impeccable style and comfort. Weitzman was one of a few designers who was also a skilled pattern-maker, believing that “a beautiful shoe is useless unless it feels as wonderful as it looks.”

Flash forward to 1993, when the first Stuart Weitzman boutique opened in Las Vegas, and one of the brand’s most popular shoe styles, the 5050 back-stretch boot was born. Which like it sounds, has a stretchable back design for extra comfort and wearability.

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Stuart Weitzman is continuously spotted on the red carpet, having become a major celebrity staple. Its first notable celebrity moment was when Aretha Franklin thanked Weitzman for designing her Stuart Weitzman for Mr. Seymour shoes while accepting an award at the 1983 American Music Awards—before the Stuart Weitzman brand was even established! Since then, Stuart Weitzman has had many more memorable red-carpet moments, famously including its Million Dollar shoes, adorned with 464 diamonds, worn by Laura Harring at the Academy Awards.

In 2012, the brand enters what it calls its “supermodel era”, working with famous models such as Natalia Vodianova, Kate Moss, Gisele Bündchen, Gigi Hadid, and Kendall Jenner.

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Over the years, Stuart Weitzman has created a variety of iconic footwear staples, adored by everyone from celebrities to everyday fashion enthusiasts. Its most popular designs include the NUDIST sandal and the over-the-knee stretch boots, LOWLAND and HIGHLAND.

To this day, the Stuart Weitzman brand maintains meticulous dedication to detail and history of artisanal Spanish craftsmanship, creating beautiful shoes that deliver style and comfort for women who are “confident, bold — and, above all, strong.”

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Explore Stuart Weitzman’s expert craftsmanship at a discount during the Stuart Weitzman Toronto Warehouse Sale, presented by StyleDemocracy.

The information stated in this article was provided via the Stuart Weitzman website.

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In honour of International Women’s Day, we wanted to spotlight some amazing women-owned brands to support and get inspired by! Although its important to support women 365 days of the year, there’s no better time than now to put some of these brands on your radar, in case they weren’t already. We all know the obstacles women face on a daily basis, and building a brand as a woman comes with an extra set of challenges – but these gals did the damn thing, and did it well, regardless. 

Check out these women-owned brands

Morgane Sézalory – Sézane

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The sustainability-focused French fashion brand Sézane was launched in 2023 by its founder, Morgane Sézalory! The brand came from Morgane’s idea to sell vintage clothing items from Paris via her website, Les Composantes. As demand for the unique items grew, she started designing new pieces with a vintage edge, evolving into the brand we know and love today, Sézane!

Laurence Gaudreau-Pépin – SOJA&CO.

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Laurence Gaudreau-Pépin created SOJA&CO. in 2018 with a goal to become the go-to destination for candles and wellness products in Canada. With the help of her friend Geneviève, SOJA&CO. has seen great success over the years! The environment and local economy are at the core of the brand’s values, so Laurence partners with professional perfumers to create complex plant-based fragrances free of toxic ingredients.

Elaine Kim Smith & Leslie Hoolaeff – Lover’s Tempo

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Lover’s Tempo was founded by Elaine Kim Smith and Leslie Hoolaeff and began as a booth at a Maker’s Market at a local university in Vancouver. Needless to say, Lover’s Tempo has grown exponentially since then! The B Corp-certified brand provides beautifully designed jewellery (by Elaine herself) at accessible price points for everyone to enjoy.

Mikayla Wujec & Naomi Blackman – Alder Apparel

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Mikayla Wujec & Naomi Blackman founded Alder Apparel, providing size-inclusive, community-informed design, sustainable and ethical production, and an overall playful brand – contrasting athletic brands that currently dominate the outdoor space today. Specializing in women’s outdoor apparel, Alder enforces a policy with retail partners that they must carry Alder’s entire size range (XS-6X), ensuring their inclusive size range is available across North America. In addition to sizing, Alder works closely with models and creators of all walks of life, prioritizing partnerships with those who are aligned with their mission to redefine who and what is “outdoorsy” no matter their size, physical abilities, or outdoor experience. 

Allegra Shaw & Shirin Soltani – Uncle Studios

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Co-founded by Allegra Shaw and Shirin Soltani in 2017, Uncle Studios was established with the goal of creating the perfect t-shirt. Since then, the women-owned brand has grown to create all kinds of garments designed to make you feel good. All of its pieces are created to work fluidly with its past, current, and future collections, promoting a “less is more” ethos. 

Ariel Kaye – Parachute

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Ariel Kaye founded Parachute about 10 years ago, in 2014. Since then, the brand has evolved to have 15 locations in the US and launched in Canada in 2021! What started out as a premium bedding brand, now includes essentials for all rooms in the home. Parachute is also taking steps to address the climate crisis by becoming Climate Neutral Certified and introducing circular programs. We love to see it!

Alicia Keys & Dr. Renée Snyder – Keys Soulcare 

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We’re sure everyone has heard of Alicia Keys, but have you heard about her skincare line? Keys Soulcare was founded by Alicia Keys and dermatologist Dr. Renée Snyder to transform the time we spend caring for our skin into a moment of personal ceremony. The product offerings are paired with one of Alicia’s favourite affirmations. Whether you’re lighting a candle, cleansing your face with intention, or journalling, these are sacred rituals to Alicia Keys and the brand.  

Ellie Mae

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Ellie Mae was founded by none other than, Ellie Mae herself. The brand Ellie Mae is based right here in Toronto, and every piece is made within its Toronto studio with excellent craftsmanship! The small-batch collections are intentionally designed to celebrate individualism and authenticity – “We strive to create effortless clothes that inspire women to express who they truly are – on any given day”. 

Lesley Hampton

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Founded in 2016 by Lesley Hampton herself, the self-titled indigenous-owned, size-inclusive clothing and accessory brand based in Toronto is known for its high-quality fashion from athleticwear to eveningwear, and everything in between. Lesley Hampton is an Anishinaabe Artist and Fashion Designer focused on mental health awareness, body positivity, and authentic representation in fashion, film, and media.

Jen Rubio – Away

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Jen Rubio is the co-founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of the popular, global lifestyle and travel brand, Away. Under her leadership, Away has been named on Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” TIME’s “50 Most Genius Companies,” LinkedIn’s “Top Startups,” and Forbes’ 2018 “Next Billion Dollar Start-Up”. With an impressive resume like that, we wonder what Jen Rubio and Away have in store for the future!

Azar Moayeri – Parissa

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Azar Moayeri, the founder of Parissa, was the first female Chemical Engineer to graduate from the University of Edinburgh! After completing her degree, she returned to Iran where she led an all-male team. Later, Azar moved to Vancouver in 1981. Motivated by providing a stable life for her family, Azar was inspired to start a new home-based venture of natural alternatives for hair removal! And so Parissa was born. Parissa became Canada’s first all-natural hair removal product that was sold in local shops, providing people with at-home hair removal, quickly growing across Canada. Now, the brand is celebrating 40 years in business! 

Brandi Leifso – Evio Beauty 

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Brandi Leidso founded Evio Beauty Group while living in a domestic violence shelter at the age of 21 with only $15! The clean beauty brand was founded on a mission to break stigmas with inclusive, good-for-you beauty products. The brand has grown, carving a new sector of clinically proven, impact-led, clean beauty. Evio has even donated more than $510,000 worth of products and funding to 27+ shelters across North America that support survivors of domestic violence. 

Salima Visram – SAMARA Bags

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Salima Visram founded SAMARA, named after her younger sister, who has since also joined the company,  in 2017 with just $500! She started the brand because she couldn’t find a bag that was cruelty-free, simple, and elegant. The sister duo runs the company in memory of their mother and has a goal to create an impact in the world. 

Joanna Griffiths – Knix 

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Joanna Griffiths launched Knix with the goal of transforming an underwear market that had too much frill and not enough function – leading her to create the brand’s famous Leakproof Underwear. Using patented technology, cutting-edge processes, and human-centric design, Knix truly stands out within the undergarment market. Knix has grown into a brand that offers everything from underwear and wireless bras to active and maternity apparel.

Lexi Miles Corrin – WAXON Laser + Waxbar

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Lixi Miles founded WAXON Laser + Waxbar back in 2012 with a mission to offer high-end, waxing services at competitive pricing – and she has accomplished that and more! Now WAXON has over 15 locations with more coming! All new stores will be in partnership with an inspiring female entrepreneur through WAXON’s franchise business. 

Sonya Gill – THE LNK

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THE LNK is a global online marketplace where people come together to make, sell, and buy inspiring fashion items. Founded by the inspiring woman, Sonya Gill. Sonya has been an industry leader and mentor, helping some of the world’s most reputable brands, and her passion eventually led her to build THE LNK. The company curates brands and boutiques to provide its customers with only the best. Prioritizing quality and sustainability. 

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Mejuri is undoubtedly one of our favourite shops to buy new jewellery. The brand strives to turn fine jewellery into an ‘everyday occasion’, providing fewer markups than traditional jewellery brands, allowing its prices to be lower and more accessible for its customers. Mejuri has a huge selection of jewellery pieces, with new drops weekly, ranging in price (depending on materials used, of course). If you’re looking to add some new jewellery to your collection or buy a gift for someone special (V-Day is coming up, after all), there is plenty to choose from at Mejuri for under $150! And we’ve curated a list of our absolute faves – all under the $150 price point.

Shop our Mejuri picks below!

All products featured in this article were independently selected by our team. By shopping through our links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

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You may have to wait for the weather to catch up to the season to start indulging in spring fashion, but you can always start playing around with this season’s makeup and hair trends! Every season we see a switch in the popular makeup and hairstyles, and while you don’t have to follow them, it can be a fun excuse to branch out of your comfort zone and try something new! The transition from winter to spring is a dramatic one, and it reflects in the trends. Say goodbye to dark and dramatic and hello to light and airy. 

Here are some of the best hair and makeup trends to have on your radar this spring!

Un-styled Hair

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Or we should say, hair that looks unstyled. It’s like no-makeup makeup except for hair. This season it’s all about embracing your natural hair and ditching the hot tools more often for products that help your hair thrive in its natural state. A huge trick for accomplishing an “un-styled” hair look, is haircare! (Psst… If you’re struggling with dead ends K18’s Hair Mask is seriously magic.)

The Claw Clip 

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Tying in with a re-occurring spring theme of effortlessness – is claw clip hairstyles. There are surprisingly a lot of ways you can wear a claw clip, however, one of the most popular ways is just gathering all your hair to the back and clipping, even if it’s a little messy. It adds to the look. Claw clips have come a long way since the 90s when they had their original moment, now you can find them in all shapes, sizes, styles, and even some that are virtually indestructible (as you may have seen on TikTok). 

Bobs

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The haircut of the season seems to be the bob. If you’re looking to take some weight off of your hair, there’s no better time than right before the heat kicks in! That being said, hair length trends tend to go in and out, so think hard before you go and chop your hair off, especially if your hair tends to take a while to grow! Maybe start with a couple of inches and work your way up. 

Volume

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For the moments when we’re not being so effortless, volume comes into play! There are tons of tools on the market to help you achieve the perfect at-home blow out like Dyson’s Airwrap, Revlon’s Ionic Hair Dryer and Volumizer, Hair Rollers, and this Heatless Curler Headband that people can’t seem to stop raving about. 

Lifted Brows

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Eyebrow trends are always ever-changing. We’ve gone from paper-thin brows to thick, drawn-on brows, to feathery brows, to soap brows, and now, lifted brows. It’s no secret that eyebrows can completely change the appearance of the face, so there’s this trick going around to give a non-surgical facelift by simply lifting the brows. Some people who have a heavier arch are literally shaving off the end of their brows to extend their brows in a more lifted manner, lifting the appearance of their face along with it. If you’re not down to shave off half of your eyebrow, feathery brows brushed upwards is another alternative. 

Blush

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If we had to choose one makeup product to keep in our collection this season, it would probably be blush. After all, it can be used as eyeshadow and lipstick, too! Don’t shy away from pink, rosy blushes this spring – the more the merrier! We, along with the rest of the world, are huge fans of Rare Beauty’s Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

Dewy

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This one should come as no surprise as dewy skin and makeup is always a preferred choice come spring and summer. But, this spring we’re taking it up a notch. Dewy – almost wet-looking skin is the moment. Apply all your dewy makeup products, then douse your skin in a spray like Mac’s Fix+ to take it to the next level. 

Shimmery Lids

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Kind of tying in with the dewy/wet skin look is shimmery eyeshadow. Ditch the matte eyeshadow for something ultra-shimmery like ColourPop’s Super Shock Shadows. It provides an editorial look with little to no effort! You don’t even need to layer it with other shadows if you don’t want to. Just pop it on your lid and you’re set.

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The Daisy Jones & The Six TV series recently came out and has gotten everyone obsessed with 70s fashion all over again. The show is based on the best-selling book by Taylor Jenkins Reid and follows Daisy Jones & The Six’s journey through fame. As great as the story is, there’s one major thing that has caught everyone’s attention. The fashion. Specifically from the female leads Daisy, Karen, Camila, and Simone. From flowy tops with loud prints to western boots, we’ve gathered 10 pieces to shop if want to get the iconic 70s look from Daisy Jones & The Six!

Become a member of the band by shopping these 10 pieces.

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As we go from winter into spring, there’s obviously quite the switch in fashion. It’s arguably the most dramatic style transition of the year! Clothing goes from dark and heavy to light and airy, in the blink of an eye. It’s such an inspiring time of year to play around with fashion and experiment with different style trends, as everything feels so fresh! There are a lot of fashion trends to look forward to this year, that are definitely more groundbreaking than florals for spring (iykyk)!

Cargo

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Cargo isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, it seems! This spring, we’ll likely see more of a transition from thick, cargo pants to cargo skirts, and cargo pants made with lightweight, breathable fabrics – adding a feminine flare to the trend. 

Long Denim Skirts

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We’ve already been seeing the long denim skirt trend make its way into the style scene, worn over recent fashion weeks. This will be a popular choice for many in the spring as it still provides some warmth on the more chilly days but also gives off a fresh, springy vibe. 

Soccer Sneakers

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Soccer Sneakers, like Adidas Sambas, will take spring by storm as people ditch heavy boots for comfortable yet sleek white sneakers. The problem? Adidas Sambas and even the Gazelles are hard to come by right now in a lot of sizes as they are just that popular. 

Cinched Blazers 

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In the recent past, oversized blazers were the moment. However, this spring, it’s been predicted that cinched blazers are making a comeback! Could this mean the return of business casual to the club?

Metallics

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Did you think metallics were going to stay in the winter? This spring trend is one we’re super excited about since metallics are typically not seen much past fall and winter. It looks like this spring we’ll be graced with a little extra shine and sparkle on the streets!

Open-Knit Sweaters

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Spring isn’t quite warm enough to ditch sweaters entirely, yet those heavy knits can be a little too toasty. So, naturally every spring we see different renditions of loose-knit sweaters like open-knits, crochets, cob-web knits, etc. This year, we’re expecting to see a lot of extremely lightweight open knits that are super breathable and great for layering. 

Ballet Flats

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This isn’t anything new, we’re aware, but ballet flats are going to be huge this spring, maybe even more so than last! There’s almost a literal approach to this trend. The more the shoes resemble actual pointe shoes, the better. 

Cyber Prints

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Cyber prints, or what could also be described as colourful, blurred prints, are going to be seen on all kinds of garments this spring including dresses, tops, and skirts. This trend is most popular amongst mesh fabrics, giving it a really cyber and futuristic look. 

Sheer

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Another trend that isn’t going away anytime soon is sheer and transparent garments. Everywhere we look, this fashion trend seems to make an appearance. This spring we think we’ll be seeing more of a feminine touch to the trend though, with ruffles and lace for instance. 

Large Bags

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The Olsen twins would be proud of this one. It’s time to ditch the mini bags for large and in-charge ones that will fit everything you could possibly need to carry with you and have room to spare. Whether you’re dressing for the office or out for dinner, a large bag is the move. 

Floral Appliques

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Every year, florals are a huge part of spring fashion. This year, however, it’s about more than just a floral print. Floral appliques/rosettes are making a huge comeback, and we’re kind of here for it.

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International Women’s Day is here! Of course, every day of the year we should be supporting and showing love to all the women around the world, but today is definitely a time to make it a priority. There are so many wonderful female-owned brands and businesses to add to your shopping list. We’ve rounded up just some of our faves, but if we’ve missed any of your top girl power labels, let us know on our Instagram stories!

Here are female-owned brands to shop this International Women’s Day.

Noura Sakkijha—Mejuri

Noura Sakkijha founded Mejuri because she saw a jewelry industry that was built for men gifting women and not women celebrating themselves. She believes that everyone should be supporting each other, and therefore feel empowered to invest in yourself as well as the community around you.

Mejuri currently has its Golden Together campaign, to welcome International Women’s Day, which celebrates women and the remarkable things achieved together. You’ll get the chance to check out its “Golden Moments”, a seven-part interview series highlighting women who are barrier-breakers and industry disruptors empowering others to do the same.

Plus, this year, the brand has launched an awesome International Women’s Day collaboration with Jenna Lyons that features some incredible female changemakers. In collaboration with Jenna, Mejuri designed a bold new necklace and two new takes on the pinky ring – which was historically a piece of jewellery worn by men! These new pinky rings are for everyone and symbolize autonomy, strength, and individuality.

Joanna Griffiths—Knix

Joanna Griffiths is the Founder and CEO of Knix and KT by Knix the direct-to-consumer intimate apparel brands. Since launching the company in 2013, Joanna has built Knix into one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands globally ranking the 6th fastest growing company in Canada with over 3800% 3-year growth (a Knix item is now sold every 6 seconds).

Recognized on both the national and international stage for her work as a marketing disruptor championing the topics of body inclusivity, fertility, mental health, and postpartum; Joanna was the only Canadian to be named one of AdWeek’s 2021 Women Trailblazers, her long list of accolades includes Waterstone’s Most Admired CEO and Women of Influence’s Entrepreneur of the Year.

In March 2021, Joanna made headlines when she closed a $50M funding round three days before giving birth to her twin daughters. Throughout the process, Joanna had one simple rule: anyone potential investor who questioned her pregnancy and her ability to run a nine-figure company and be a mother was cut from the process.

Ellie Mae Waters—Ellie Mae

Ellie began building the foundation of her brand in 2016, but the roots go back much further. From a young age, she was encouraged to wear whatever whenever, so fashion became her form of self-expression. Growing up, Ellie was inspired by icons of music, fashion, and pop culture at-large, channeling their spirit in the way she communicated who she was – most often, through clothing.

This female founder fell in love with true style after moving to London to attend Central Saint Martins. It was a place where no one looked the same and everyone owned their individuality. This inspired Ellie to make her first piece. From there, she founded Ellie Mae, a Canadian luxury womenswear fashion house that fuses intentionality, individuality, and timeless design practices to create pieces that inspire women to define who they truly are.

Pivot Skincare—Cindy Berg

Founded on the values of family, health, and sustainability, Pivot Skincare was created by Cindy Berg and her three daughters: Emily, Sophie, and Emma. Around 20 years ago, Cindy was working at a dermatologist’s office, and she saw a need for a product that would help keep her clients’ skin hydrated and glowing, but couldn’t find one on the market that did the trick. From then on, she created a lovely unique formula that was a plant-based oil to nourish and smooth skin all year long. Give your skin the TLC that it deserves!

Melina Magnatta—Magnattude Co.

Melina Magnatta is the owner and only operator of Magnattude Co. which is a Toronto-based soy wax candle company. She began her entrepreneurial journey a year ago and admits that it has been one of the most challenging yet rewarding jobs that she has ever taken on.

Made with high-quality fragrances, essential oils, and 100% natural soy wax, each candle is delicately handmade. The brand believes that our innermost thoughts and feelings can be activated by our senses. Using the evocative power of smell, candles from Magnattude Co. are created to bring us back to some of the most significant moments in our lives. 

Dominique Bernèche—Les Belles Combines

 As a mother of seven children, Dominique created Les Belles Combines to facilitate the daily life of parents (and therefore mothers!) and help child development. With her sister by her side as a graphic designer and director of operations, the team that includes experts from different fields offers the best techniques to lighten the mental load of parents. Les Belles Combines is proud to be able to help local mothers by offering them solutions adapted to their needs.

Ariel Kaye—Parachute

Home is everything to Ariel Kaye, founder and CEO of Parachute. Founded in Los Angeles in 2014 as a digitally native brand, Parachute has since expanded beyond its roots — premium-quality bedding — to include essentials for all rooms in the home. In the last eight years, Ariel has evolved Parachute into a beloved home lifestyle brand with 15 brick-and-mortar locations across the US, with each retail store serving as gathering spaces within their neighborhoods. In 2021, Parachute launched in Canada, marking the brand’s first international expansion, offering their collection online at ParachuteHome.com/en-CA and exclusively in stores and online at The Bay.

Ariel has created a culture committed to wellness and social responsibility, which extends from Parachute’s team and partners to its customers and the planet. Parachute partners with the United Nation Foundation’s Nothing But Nets campaign to donate life-saving malaria-prevention bed nets to those in need. Building on its commitments to sustainability, Parachute recently launched their first-ever GOTS Certified Organic Collection of bedding and towels. This year, the brand is approaching conscious consumption with deeper sustainability commitments by expanding into more responsible materials, becoming Climate Neutral certified, and working with ethical manufacturers.

Jen Rubio—Away

Jen Rubio is the co-founder, President and Chief Executive Officer of global lifestyle brand, Away. Under her leadership, Away has been named one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” one of TIME’s “50 Most Genius Companies,” one of LinkedIn’s “Top Startups,” and a Forbes 2018 “Next Billion Dollar Start-Up.”

Before starting Away, Jen built her career as a branding, creative, and social media expert, redefining how customers and brands connect at companies like Warby Parker and AllSaints. She has been included in Forbes “30 Under 30” list for Marketing and Advertising, Inc.’s “30 Under 30” list, and NRF’s “People Shaping Retail’s Future” list.

Shiza Shahid—Our Place

Shiza Shahid co-founded Our Place to build a business rooted in representation and positive change. As an immigrant, Shiza literally found her place by cooking for and breaking bread with her chosen family. She started Our Place as a space that celebrates cultures, honors traditions, and cultivates connections.

Shiza grew up in Pakistan as a vocal advocate for women’s rights and social justice. She co-founded the Malala Fund and built the organization as founding CEO.

Jess Fried—Dainty Diamond

Founder of Dainty Diamond, Jess Fried, was actually inspired by her father who entered the jewelry business 30 years ago.
With a love and passion for high-quality jewelry, he worked The Diamond Showcase (his jewelry company) every Saturday and Sunday for as long as she could remember.  Fast forward 20 years, her dad consistently asked any one of his four children to join him in the jewelry business. As the determined young woman Jess is, she actually turned down the offer and instead pursued her master’s degree.

Then, in 2019, she graduated from Western University with a Master’s of Media, Journalism, and Communication, but something just didn’t feel right. Jess was on the hunt for a career that she was passionate about, and it turns out it was right in front of her the whole time.

Abby Albino—Makeway

Abby is a natural leader, community connector, and champion for the BIPOC experience. Her career in the fast-paced sports industry inspired her to Co-Found Rise Tribe, a charity focused on powering the next generation of Filipino-Canadian youth. Her love for sneakers lead her to her side hustle as the Co-Owner/Founder of Makeway, a ‘for womxn, by womxn’ sneaker, and streetwear boutique located in Toronto.

“We were tired of seeing a lack of representation for women in sneaker culture along with the stereotype of what it means to be a professional within the sports industry – so my business partner and I broke the bias and decided to open our own sneaker store for women, by women. According to a study by Simplii Financial 90 per cent of young Canadian women are interested in starting a ‘side hustle’ to earn money outside of their day job. To be honest, I’ve never been great with money, but I learned that small lifestyle changes and finding simple digital solutions allowed me to save and manage my money smarter, ultimately making it possible for me to open my shop.” said Abby Albino co-founder of sneaker boutique, Makeway. 

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Based in Montreal, LXRandCo is definitely a vintage luxury retailer that you need to have on your radar. 

The brand’s mission is to extend the lives of luxury handbags and accessories by providing its customers an affordable, curated, and authentic collection. 

As the largest vintage luxury retailer in Canada, customers can shop hundreds of styles from designer brands. Here you’ll find iconic pieces by Gucci, Chanel, Hermès, Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, and many more.

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With an ever-evolving collection of pre-loved classics, LXRandCO acquires new items at the beginning of each season that reflect the current trends. So, customers get a chance to shop classics and the most sought-after styles. 

In today’s world, there’s such a major focus on finding ways to shop as sustainably as possible. and with LXRandCo, you can do just that with vintage luxury pieces.

On the site, the company actually has an alphabetical rating system to let you know the exact condition the product is in. We love a brand that’s totally transparent about its offerings!

Cam di Prata, Interim CEO of LXRandCo says, “At LXR, we have been providing consumers with authenticated branded luxury products and an environmentally responsible way to enjoy luxury products for consumers that otherwise would not have access to them.”

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Not only can you purchase as well as sell your designer handbags at LXRandCo, but the brand also offers a super cool program. You can choose any handbag on the site, make a purchase, and strut the streets with your new arm candy. Then, if you’re ready to move onto another luxury piece, you can actually send back the handbag within 12 months and get 75% of the price you paid right back to you.

This is reluxury – without the commitment.

Here Are Our Top Picks From The Sale that you have to check out!

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Today is International Women’s Day, so what better way to celebrate than to shout out local women-owned businesses? Browse through clothing, accessories, beauty, lifestyle, and more, all from brands that are owned and operated by awesome females. Support the creativity and drive that these women possess by supporting their incredible ventures, so we can make sure that they stick around and thrive!

Here are women-owned businesses to support in Toronto and the GTA.


Clothing

Ease

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Knix

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mini mioche

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Pretty Denim

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FAWN

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Love & Nudes

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Horses Atelier

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Accessories

Bluboho

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Mejuri

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RETYCHE

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Omi Woods

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Beauty

Pivot Skincare

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Miracle 10

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Evio

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Calyx

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Province Apothecary

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The Green Jar

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Tips Nail Bar

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Food & Drink

Cocktail Emporium

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Charm Berries

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Lifestyle/Decor

Norquay

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Likely General

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Souvenir

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The Lake

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ByNessaLilly

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Girl Gang Strong Inc.

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Message us on Instagram @styledemocracy if we missed any of your fave women-owned businesses that should be added to this list!

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With International Women’s Day coming up, we wanted to shoutout some amazing female owned brands from around the world that you should be supporting now and forever! The women on this list have achieved success, by building their own brands and companies from the ground up. We can’t help but be truly inspired and uplifted by their efforts. Score all of their amazing products below!

Here are the female owned brands that you should check out & shop.

Dana Clark

Dana Clark

Dana Clark is the founder of Cool to Connect which is a deck of 52 cards that prompt meaningful connections and conversations with your peers via video chat or in-person (while being 6ft apart of course!). These cards are awesome during date night, hanging out with friends, or team building. Clark’s mission with the deck is to inspire connections between humans to enhance the experience with one another on earth.

Dr. Liza

Dr.Liza

Dr. Liza was the first-ever Black Canadian female to have both designed and owned a shoe brand, dr. Liza shoes, which has experienced success since launching in 2017. Featuring heels, flats, sandals and most recently slippers and sneakers, the 12-hour wear-anywhere and everywhere shoes are loved by stars like Kate Winslet, Edie Falco, and Emma Thompson. Her latest philanthropic initiative ‘we must design a better world’ is a collection of t-shirts, socks, notebooks, sweatshirts, and sweatpants in collaboration with Nigerian designer, Ekwerike Chukwuma, to raise funds for desperately needed PPE for healthcare workers in Nigeria.

Kiera Morgan

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Kiera Morgan is the founder of the amazing brand Handsome & Lace. It’s a home grown, local, and sustainable company that handmakes bowties, neckties, suspenders, and most recently, protective face masks. Using up-cycled materials, raw silks, linen, velvet and more, Handsome & Lace creates accessories that speak to customers and their unique personalities. The quirky brand even caught the eye of many beloved TV personalities, including Noah Reid of Schitt’s Creek, who donned his necktie on the Red Carpet at The Emmys!

Ivana Walker

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Ivana Walker is a Canadian Designer and founder of ANAVI DESIGNS. Originally experienced as a Master Jewellery Designer and Goldsmith, Ivana transitioned her career and creative skills to create a brand that hand crafts luxury handbags bags in Toronto. Each piece is meticulously constructed and passed from the artisans hands to the customers.

Sheryn Saab

Sheryn Saab

A third generation Colombian textile entrepreneur who launched a Canadian linen brand called envello, Sheryn Saab, is serving up all of the boss babe vibes. Sheryn is challenging the industry to adhere to a new standard of sustainability. She’s taking charge in shaping the bedding category to shift towards a more eco-friendly and ethically-manufactured focus, an important movement that puts our planet first.

Trang Trinh

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Founder, Trang Trinh, created TREC Brands knowing that she didn’t want it to be just another cannabis corporation. Trinh decided that her brand had to be built with purpose. This organization contributes 10% of profit to transformative initiatives that positively impact communities, the planet, and society as a whole. It’s partnered with a bunch of brands like Be Blissed, WINK, and Thumbs Up Brand.

Desiree Girlato

Desiree Girlato

Looking for that cool girl jewellery? Desiree Girlato is a self-taught jewelry designer and conceptual artist that sources her raw material from across the world, for her brand called ARMED. ARMED was established in 2011 and has been a local favourite ever since. Browse the accessories collection for pieces that can be worn every day and are famously tarnish-free.

Miriam Alden

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Miriam Alden, is the founder of the female-owned brand, Brunette the Label, which came to life in 2014. All of the products are passionately designed in Canada by the babes at Brunette Headquarters. Brunette the Label is founded on the belief that the word.babe” is a way of life, and strives to create a community that is inclusive. The brand strives to inspire, strengthen, and elevate all babes to be the best version of themselves.

Jennifer Haer and Darcey Heath

Jennifer Haer And Darcey Heath

Stylized Nest. is a shop started by Jennifer Haer And Darcey Heath. The team partners with Canadian artisans to create exclusive, thoughtfully designed products for your home! The brand has evolved into an online store with locally handcrafted home decor and also provides interior design services through their sister Stylized Nest Interiors, which uses locally sourced materials and labour.

Ellie Mae

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Ellie began building the foundation of her eponymous brand in 2014, but the roots go back much further. From childhood she was inspired by icons in music, fashion, and pop culture at-large, which she was able to channel through clothing. Determined to get her foot in the door, she journeyed out West, styling music videos and commercials with the best names in the game. Ellie Mae Studios has since evolved into an established brand with seasonal collections that epitomizes the collective memories and feelings from the people and places that struck a chord with her.

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