Founded in Vancouver, Aritzia has become a staple fave in Canadian wardrobes, found at most popular malls around the country. Now, the shop known for its luxe basics is growing across the border, too! Its in-house labels, like Wilfred, Sunday Best, and Babaton, have huge followings on their own, and the store also carries a curated selection of other well-known brands. It’s likely you’ve shopped the womenswear retailer at least once in your lifetime at this point.
But with that being said, like every brand and retailer, there are some shopping secrets that not everyone is aware of. From little-known layaway policies to online shopping tips, here are some great Aritzia secrets to know the next time you shop.
You should know these Aritzia shopping secrets!
Get friendly with the sales associates
If you’re a regular shopper at Aritzia, it pays to get friendly with your favourite sales associate. Not only will they help you shop in-store, but they’ll also keep their eyes peeled when you’re not there and let you know when new pieces they think you’ll love hitting the shelves.
Sign up for the newsletter
Be sure to sign up for the online newsletter to get the inside scoop about sales and brand-new product drops. This will keep you in the loop so that you’ll never miss all of the discounts!
Book a personal stylist appointment.
With over 10 in-house brands and a bevy of others, shopping at Aritzia can be overwhelming. While the sales associates are always willing to help, why not book a personal stylist appointment? You’ll get help finding the perfect pieces — either with your favourite sales associate or another expert — and the sole focus will be on you. Plus, the service is completely free! Just make sure to call ahead to your preferred store for an appointment.
Get free shipping
You’ll get to enjoy free shipping at Aritzia if you spend $50 or more online on your new clothes if you have an account. Luckily, if you’re shopping at this brand, making a purchase over $50 shouldn’t be too difficult, otherwise, you’ll be paying to get your items to your front door.
See something you like, but can’t afford it till your next paycheque? Don’t fret!
It happens to the best of us! Luckily, Aritzia has an afterpay program that not many know about. You can make purchases now and pay for them in four payments made every two weeks. All you have to do is shop online, add items to your shopping bag, and checkout as normal. At the checkout, choose Afterpay as your payment method. Do note that all items in must be eligible for Afterpay in which a minimum purchase amount may apply.
Take advantage of Aritzia’s sophisticated inventory system.
Sometimes you’ll see something you love but the size or colour you’re looking for isn’t in your store — that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck! You can always ask a sales associate to check the inventory system to see if what you’re looking for is available at another store. If it’s available elsewhere, you can put it on hold, or even purchase it on the spot and get it transferred to your store of choice. Just ask a sales associate for details.
During sale season, shop online.
Avid Aritzia shoppers know that when the retailer hosts its sales in-store, there are no returns or exchanges on discounted products. However, if you shop online, the policy is a little more lenient, and this is one of our favourite Aritzia secrets. While you won’t be able to get a full refund when you shop sale items online, you can do in-store exchanges for online purchases within 14 days of the shipping date on new, unworn items or receive a merchandise credit on a gift card. Everyone changes their mind sometimes, so when you shop Aritzia’s sales online, there’s less risk of regret.
Get an invite to Aritzia’s private Clientele sale.
Those who are already Aritzia Clientele know that the Clientele Sale gets you access to Aritzia’s sales before the public. While how to become a clientele is mostly kept under wraps, there are a couple of things you can do to increase your chances of getting on the list. First, be sure to sign up for Aritzia’s mailing list. Next, shop Aritzia frequently! Come sale time, those two things will play in your favour.
Wait For Seasonal Sales
If you’re looking to upgrade your wardrobe at Aritiza, it’s best to wait for end-of-season sales or even Black Friday. You’ll find some of the lowest prices throughout the year during these times, which makes for an awesome shopping spree!
For big savings, shop the sale by percentage off
When you shop online, the sale section is typically divided into percentages off right off the bat. The stores tend to categorize sections into percentages off as the sale goes on. By shopping this way, you know exactly how big of a saving you’re getting. It should also be known that the discounts get deeper the longer the sale goes on. But with that being said, the best stuff always gets scooped up first, so if you see something you like at a discount you’re okay with, don’t sleep on it!
For even deeper discounts, shop the Aritzia Warehouse Sale
If you’re lucky enough to live in Vancouver, then you probably already know about the famous annual Aritzia Warehouse Sale. At these sale events, you can shop all of Aritzia’s in-house brands, plus the other brands Aritzia carries for 50-90%. The sale typically runs for a week and happens in August or September. Fresh items are added to the floor daily, so you’re always bound to find something you love. Just be wary of line-ups and crowds. Read our pro tips on how to shop a warehouse sale before you check Aritzia’s out.
If you’re in the Toronto area, visit Aritzia’s first and only North American outlet
Located at the Toronto Premium Outlets, Aritzia’s first North American outlet opened at the end of 2018. The store features all of the retailer’s in-house brands, like TNA, Wilfred, Babaton, Wilfred, Sunday Best, and more, and over half of the store’s inventory is discounted all throughout the year.
Click ‘Notify Me’ On Sold Out Items
If an item you were looking to buy is sold out, it doesn’t mean it’s over! On sold-out Aritizia items and sizes, there’s an option to be notified when the item is restocked (if that item is going to be restocked). You’re going to want to click that to ensure you’re ahead of the game once it comes back!
Read The Reviews
Although it doesn’t sound like much of a secret, reading customer reviews is often overlooked! And on Aritzia’s website, it can be easy to miss. Before you splurge on your next Aritzia item, be sure to read the reviews to ensure you’re making an informed purchasing decision! You can get tips about what size to buy, how it wears, etc.
You Can Ask For A Room With A Mirror
Let’s be real – no one likes being forced to leave their private change room to look in the mirror at what they’re trying on – and Aritzia has a bad rep for not having mirrors in its fitting rooms. Simply ask an employee for a room with a mirror in it; there’s usually at least one!
Get Complimentary Coffee While You Shop
If you happen to be visiting an Aritzia location with an A-OK Cafe inside, you can sip while you shop! It’s been said shoppers can typically get a complimentary coffee when visiting the cafe during a shopping sesh.
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When it comes to shopping for a new season, you’ll likely have to visit multiple stores in order to curate a perfect selection suited to your style and needs. The odds are, you won’t be able to walk into one shop and completely update your wardrobe in that visit, nor should you want to! Different brands specialize in different items, and having a great roster of stores to visit on rotation allows you to explore your personal style more and shop the best from all categories. In honour of the new spring season, we decided to take a trip to the mall (Square One, if you were curious), to find the best of spring fashion. From wardrobe basics to trendy accessories, here’s where we shopped…
Here’s where we went shopping for spring!
Lululemon For Tenniscore
Tenniscore is a huge spring fashion trend this year! Even Zendaya is on board, taking Tenniscore to a whole new level while promoting her new movie, Challengers. While visiting various stores at the mall, we noticed a ton of tennis-inspired apparel, from pleated skirts to collared shirts, and Lululemon did it best (in our opinion). Since Lulu specializes in activewear, its tennis-related items were not only cute but also made for performance! Why not get a tennis skirt you can actually play tennis in, after all?
Old Navy For Spring Prints
If you’re looking to get your hands on some fresh spring prints on a budget, Old Navy has you covered! From pretty floral dresses to colourful tops, we saw a variety of spring-inspired prints and colours while browsing its racks.
Mango For Event Wear
Mango has been absolutely killing it lately, constantly providing luxe-looking apparel at a relatively accessible price point. Its pieces aren’t super affordable by any means, but in terms of special event wear, we think it has some great options! We’ll be keeping these pretty pink dresses on standby for wedding season.
Levi’s For Denim
You really can’t go wrong with a fresh pair of jeans from Levi’s! We’re investing in some lighter denim washes for the spring season, so of course, we had to check out Levi’s. Shopping for jeans can be a tricky business. You can find them for cheap and cross your fingers that they’ll hold up, or invest in a luxury pair and hope you never ruin them or change sizes. Levi’s is in that sweet spot in the middle, providing high-quality denim at a fair price.
Uniqlo For Spring Basics
When it comes to spring basics, we’re getting it all at Uniqlo! The store is practically dedicated to wardrobe staples if you ask us. We saw a variety of t-shirts, linen button-ups, trousers, tanks, and so much more while shopping its extensive selection.
Aritzia For Cozy Sweats
You may have noticed by now, but sweat sets are having a major moment, and Aritzia approves. Aritizia’s Sweatfleece line proves that sweats can, in fact, look chic. We may just need a set in every colour to get us through the spring season in ultimate comfort.
Dynamite For Going Out Tops
We don’t care what anyone says. Going out tops will always be in style. Whenever we have a night out on the horizon, you can bet we’re giving Dynamite a visit. It always has plenty of tops worthy of styling to go out on the town. It even has a category specifically called “Going Out Tops.”
Urban Outfitters For Festival Fashion
Festival season is here! Whether you have a festival coming up or simply love the boho aesthetic, Urban Outfitters is the place to shop. While at UO, we saw a wide variety of trendy boho styles, from crochet knits to long flowy skirts to fun accessories and so much more.
Frank & Oak For Stylish Workwear
Workwear doesn’t have to be boring, especially if you shop at Frank & Oak. The store was full of stylish options that could easily be appropriate for the office and then even drinks afterward. It’s giving quiet luxury minus the luxury price tag!
Ever New For Spring Dresses
If you’ve yet to step foot into Ever New, now is the time! We were so impressed with its selection of spring and summer dresses! They made us feel like we were on our way to the Hamptons. Whether you have an event coming up or are on the hunt for a trusty spring dress to have on rotation, Ever New is worth a visit.
Simons For Trendy Accessories
Let’s be real; there isn’t a whole lot that you wouldn’t be able to find at Simons. The place is huge and carries a vast variety of brands! That being said, one of our favourite sections in the entire store is where the accessories can be found. Simons always has a ton of on-trend and classic accessories to shop under its own house name as well as other brands. From hair clips to statement earrings to bags, we shopped it all.
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Every week, if not every day, our favourite stores add new pieces we can’t help but add to cart. As self-proclaimed shopping connoisseurs, we are always looking for the next great buy to add to our wardrobe. Right now, there are so many great new arrivals to shop, many teasing the upcoming spring season!
Shop these new arrivals while you can!
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The brand we all know and love for its timeless fashion, Aritzia, has collaborated with popular sportswear and sneaker brand, ASICS, to release a new collection of its Gel-Kayano 14 sneakers!
As of today, August 10th, 2023, you can shop the first-ever collaboration between Aritzia and ASICS!
The duo reworked the classic Gel-Kayano 14 style sneakers in 3 new colourways; White/Leprechaun, Blanc De Blanc, and White/Black, featuring unique design elements exclusive to this collaboration.
The sneakers have a lace-up closure, rubber outsole, and are made from mesh and ASICS’ GEL technology for the supportive, all-day comfort that is expected in ASICS shoes. They also include both Aritzia and ASICS branding.
The Gel-Kayano 14 silhouette is having a major moment right now and is both stylish and practical. Something that both Aritzia and ASICS value in their products – making for the perfect collab!
Shop the Aritzia X ASICS collaboration here:
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We’ve rounded up 10 cargo pants (at various price points) that you can shop right now!
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Another Aritzia location is amping up its space! The already stunning Aritzia Yorkdale flagship is getting a massive expansion and adding an A-OK Cafe.
That’s right, you’ll have even more space to shop around!
If you’ve browsed around the area, you would’ve noticed that the makeover is already underway. Apparently, it will be double the size of the current store.
This news comes just after the CF Markville location opening, in which we saw beautiful interior decor. That new store is basically an art piece—so, we have high hopes for the Yorkdale spot. We can’t wait to see the final creation.
Plus, we love hearing the news of another A-OK Cafe. Who doesn’t want to enjoy a hot cup of coffee and browse through some clothes?
Of course, not only do they sell coffee, but you’ll also find teas, cold drinks, an array of hot drinks, cocktails, plus treats to snack on.
Keep an eye out for the Aritzia Yorkdale grand re-opening details!
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One of our fave stores is getting an upgrade. Aritzia is giving its Markham location a major expansion.
The new boutique will be available to check out on October 6 at the CF Markville shopping center.
Aritzia has become a total fan-favourite spot to shop, especially in the last few years. Many apparel products have gone viral, like the Melina Pant, and for good reason. The collections are full of staple pieces that you need in your wardrobe to create that effortlessly chic look.
The Markham boutique will be filled with curated artwork and custom furniture, just like all of the other locations. Plus, the Style Advisors will offer personalized styling and tailored advice so that you can be sure to have the best shopping experience possible.
The in-house brands that you’ll get to browse include Wilfred, Babaton, Tna, The Super Puff™, and Sunday Best.
Not only is the store getting a revamp, but it’s also getting an A-OK Cafe, which is the brand’s signature in-house coffee shop.
This will be the fifth Aritizia store in the GTA to get one of these! The coffee shop will be packed with locally baked goods, micro-ground teas, iced beverages, and more from its gourmet drinks menu.
It’ll also be the very first A-OK Cafe to sample the newly expanded menu which offers a selection of alcohol including wine, beer, and cocktails, and small plates featuring paté, burrata, and olives. How cool is that?
Be sure to check out the revamped Aritzia Markham location once it opens!
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Leather pants have seriously become all the rage these days and for good reason. The versatility of these bottoms is exactly what you need as a staple piece in your wardrobe. Dress them up with a chic blouse or down with your best hoodie, either way, you’ll strut the streets in style.
Here are our fave leather pants to shop for under $200.
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Calling all men. Aritzia has now acquired the athletic wear brand, Reigning Champs, which means that the beloved Canadian label will carry a menswear line—finally!
Artizia acquired Reigning Champs for a whopping $63 million for 75% of the company with the remaining 25% equity to be paid in three instalments through 2026.
Aritzia founder and CEO, Brian Hill, spoke of the transition in a release stating, “We’re excited to welcome Reigning Champ. Rooted in classic, timeless athletic wear, their brand has been carefully curated for just short of fifteen years.”
Founded in Vancouver, Canada, Aritiza now operates over 100 stores across North America, with 63 in Canada and 33 in the U.S.
Up until now, it has sold primarily women’s apparel and accessories, which have gained a major fan following.
On the other hand, Reigning Champ is a smaller brand with two stores operating in Vancouver and Toronto. It was founded in 2007 by Craig Atkinson who spoke on this news in a release, “As an innovative design house offering exceptional experiences through its online and retail platforms, Aritzia’s well-established track record as a successful direct-to-consumer business is one that we’ve long admired.”
Reigning Champ will now be part of the well-known Aritzia private labels including TNA and Wilfred Free.
There’s no word on when we can expect to browse through menswear apparel at Aritzia just yet, so keep an eye out for the launch!
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The famous Canadian brand, Aritzia, has officially announced that it’s donating 1,000 of its classic Super Puff jackets to Canadian women and girls in need for the holiday season.
This amazing contribution is part of the brands Community Care Program.
Aritzia will be donating Super Puff jackets to partners such as YMCA Canada, Big Sisters BC, and more, throughout the month of December.
Staff at the associations will be distributing the jackets to local families, and more specifically women and girls who are facing difficult circumstances.
Maya Roy, the CEO of YMCA Canada, said in a press release about the Aritzia partnership, “Whether it’s newcomers to Canada, parents seeking comfort for their kids, or women rebuilding their lives, this support provides people the warmth they need.”
Since the beginning of Aritzia taking part in these amazing initiatives, the brand has given more than $32 million in product and financial donations, plus, volunteering at charities to positively impact over 300,000 women.
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