Luxury brand Saint Laurent will open a flagship location next year on Bloor Street West in Toronto, Retail Insider reports.
It will be one of the largest Saint Laurent stores in the world, and the largest in Canada, by far, measuring 10,400 square feet. It will occupy the location that was once home to J. Crew and Brooks Brothers.
This location will be the brand’s third location in Toronto, and the new location’s design is said to be unlike other Saint Laurent locations in Canada.
Saint Laurent’s opening of a flagship location on 110 Bloor Street West aligns with the other luxury clientele Bloor West is currently home to. Continuing to make it a prime location for luxury shoppers.
“The opening of Saint Laurent solidifies Bloor as Canada’s luxury retail street, joining other significant brands that already have stores nearby as well as new luxury retail brands that will be opening next year,” Markowitz said to Retail Insider.
The Kering-owned brand Saint Laurent will have neighbours including Alexander Wang and Anne Fontaine within the 110 Bloor Street West retail space – also opening next year. As well as Othership, opening on the concourse level below Saint Laurent. Across the street, there will be a Salvatore Ferragamo concept store, which will be the first in the world.
Next year is looking to be big for luxury on Bloor West!
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Reformation is opening a flagship store in Toronto this month, its first flagship location in Canada! Right in the heart of Yorkville (87 Yorkville, Ave) by the end of 2023.
Get your wallets ready, Toronto!
The shop that began by selling vintage clothing out of a small L.A. storefront has quickly expanded into a well-known sustainable clothing shop that offers a wide selection of apparel focusing on silhouettes that celebrate the feminine figure. Its latest expansion is its second-largest flagship in the world opening up here in Toronto.
Not only will this Reformation flagship location offer the fashion-forward sustainable clothing that we know and love, but the location itself will be designed using sustainable materials, like vintage furniture.
If the above hasn’t made you excited enough, wait until you hear about its high-tech shopping capabilities. Shoppers will be able to use touch screens to send the clothes they would like to try on into the “Magic Wardrobe” while they shop. The dressing rooms will also feature touch screens, allowing shoppers to request alternative styles and sizes without having to even leave their dressing room or awkwardly call out to an employee.
Not to mention, we can trust Reformation to get every last detail right with its customizable lighting inside the changerooms!
We can’t wait to shop at Reformation’s new Toronto, Yorkville flagship location once it opens its doors by the end of the year!
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Through the past couple of years, we’ve seen many brands, both big and small, shutter doors. Unfortunately, we had to say goodbye to beloved labels, but on the flip side, there are actually a bunch of brands that have expanded. Whether that may be a larger online presence or entering Canada for the very first time, we are welcoming these brands’ expansion plans with open arms!
Here are the top brands that have expansion plans for Canada in 2022.
Alo Yoga
According to Retail Insider, sources have revealed to them that Alo Yoga will be opening up its very own flagship store at 60 Bloor Street West. This expansion for Alo Yoga is huge. It will be the very first time that the brand is opening up its very own store in Canada. Although Canadians haven’t had the chance to shop at an actual Alo Yoga store just yet, the athleticwear label is available for purchase at its own site, Hudson’s Bay, Sport Chek, and Nordstrom.
Acne Studios
Acne Studios is going to have its very first Canadian physical store in Toronto. Retail Insider says it will make its mark right in Yorkdale Mall in the luxury wing this Spring. Currently, the only spot where Canadians have been able to check out the product in person is at Nordstrom. The brand currently operates locations all across the world which include stores in the UK, China, Belgium, Australia, USA, the Middle East, and more.
Carlo’s Bake Shop
Finally, we can now visit a Carlo’s Bake Shop location in Canada! The beloved Cake Boss bakery opened its very first Canadian location. Originally supposed to open last spring, the new Carlo’s Bake Shop is situated at 167 Lakeshore Road West in Port Credit. Canadians got their first taste of Cake Boss when Carlo’s Bakery began offering delivery in June 2020, as well as a handful of ‘Cake Boss’ ATMs that popped up in Toronto and Mississauga. Plus, the first downtown location will open this summer 2022 at 24 Bellair Street in Yorkville.
Chick-fil-A
As of February 11th, the highly anticipated downtown Toronto Chick-fil-A location is open! You can now head on over to 336 Queen Street West for some delicious chicken and waffle fries. The new Chick-fil-A will be open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Order takeout or dine-in, whichever you prefer, plus, a third-party delivery service will be available shortly.
Kettlemans Bagel
Get ready to enjoy even more delicious food in downtown Toronto! Kettlemans Bagel has opened up its sixth location in Canada. The spot is situated at 33 Bathurst Street and is the second Kettlemans to open in the city.
Dispatch Coffee
Meet Dispatch Coffee at 390 Bay Street, the newest spot to sip sustainably sourced coffee, and the first to ever open in Toronto. Each responsibly-sourced cup of coffee reinforces a positive social and environmental impact because Dispatch is committed to the unwavering belief that your daily brew can be better: fairer for farmers and more delicious, affordable, and transparent for customers.
Farm Boy
Farm Boy is still making moves around the city! The grocer is now expanding into another spot in Toronto. The new Farm Boy location will be opening at 81 St. Clair Avenue East and is set to operate by the Fall of this year.
Ganni
Ganni will enter Canada with the physical store for the first time this year and is headed for Yorkdale Mall. According to Retail Insider, there will probably be a lot more Ganni shops in the near future since the brand has established partnerships with Hudson’s Bay and Holt Renfrew before the pandemic. You may have even noticed the assortment of the brand’s pieces while scrolling on the HBC site where you can shop Ganni without paying duties!
Bather
The Toronto-based swimwear brand, Bather, is now opening its flagship store at 450 Dufferin Street. It’ll open its doors on May 13 with a wonderful selection of swimwear, shirts, sweaters, accessories, housewares, and more.
Topshop
Topshop has re-entered Canada, but with the help of another major retailer—Nordstrom. All locations in the country will offer both Topshop and Topman fashion, as well as on Nordstrom.ca. Say goodbye to paying extra shipping duties!
Ikea
Downtown Toronto now has its very first IKEA location. That’s right, now you don’t have to travel outside the city to browse affordable furniture and snack on Swedish meatballs. It’s situated on the first two floors of the Aurora Shopping Centre, 382 Yonge Street. In a small store format, it offers the classic IKEA experience we all know and love plus innovative ways to shop and a new food concept.
Roots Beaver Canoe
Roots has officially relaunched its Beaver Canoe collection. The beloved clothing line stopped being sold back in 2013 when the partnership with Target Canada ended. There’s currently a handful of apparel and accessories for men, women, and kids to shop with the retro logo. Check it out here!
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Unfortunately, we keep hearing about more and more stores that are closing permanently or filing for bankruptcy as a result of the pandemic. Due to global lockdowns and restrictions, it comes as no surprise that many retail spaces have had no other choice but to shutter doors. The upside is that there are actually a bunch of brands that have expanded in Canada during this frustrating time. These companies have been able to open more store locations to offer more inventory.
Here are the top brands that have expanded in Canada during the pandemic in 2021.
RayBan
Iconic sunglass brand RayBan is scheduled to open its second Canadian location in the Yorkale Shopping Centre in Toronto this fall. The storefront will be situated next to the Peleton and Cos. There may be even more store openings in the works for this prestigious Italian-based brand.
Moose Knuckles
The Canadian luxury outerwear brand Moose Knuckles, best known for their winter outerwear, and going fur-free, will finally be opening at the CF Toronto Eaton Centre! The store is currently under construction and will be located in the old LOFT retail space, on the third floor. Unlike many others, the company has managed to stick to its expansion strategy, despite the pandemic.
Golden Goose
The popular Italian fashion company, Golden Goose, opened its first standalone store in Canada in Toronto’s Yorkdale Shopping Centre. The store features men, women, and children’s fashion, including sneakers, clothing, bags, and accessories.
Jo Malone
The popular UK beauty brand Jo Malone London will open three standalone stores in Canada this year. Toronto will get two out of three stores which will be at CF Toronto Eaton Centre and at Yorkdale Shopping Centre, and Vancouver will have the third at the CF Pacific Centre.
Ellie Mae
Canadian ready-to-wear designer Ellie Mae has opened its first flagship store in Toronto. Located at 1096 Yonge Street, the new 650-square-feet space has a vintage feel, including rustic walls and vintage carpets. It’s also be accompanied by Ellie Mae Café with seating outside for customers to enjoy.
L.L. Bean
The outdoor specialty retailer L.L.Bean is continuing its Canadian store expansion with a location opening this year in Halifax. The location will be in Dartmouth Crossing, with a new 15,000-square-foot store scheduled to open in mid-2021. Plus, the brand will be opening two stores in British Columbia and one in Alberta this year as well.
APM Monaco
The chic jeweller, APM Monaco has leased three boutique spaces in Canada. The locations will be in Vancouver at CF Pacific Centre, in Calgary at CF Chinook Centre, and in Edmonton at West Edmonton Mall.
Farm Boy
The beloved Canadian grocery store, Farm Boy has continued its expansion in Toronto as planned, despite the pandemic. The grocer’s latest store opened in the city’s downtown region, at Front St. and Bathurst. The store describes itself as a fresh market shopping experience, rivalling chains like Trader Joe’s in the US. That being said, it’s no wonder this Farm Boy location is the brand’s 36th shop.
Garrett Leight
The premium eyewear brand, Garrett Leight California Optical (GLCO), opened its first Canadian location in Toronto earlier this year. This new location is actually the brand’s first store outside of the U.S.
Pür & Simple Restaurant
Pür & Simple offers all-day breakfast made from deliciously fresh ingredients. The Quebec-based chain has two new locations now open at 9100 Jane Street in Vaughan and at Billy Bishop airport in Toronto.
Cake Boss
Carlo’s Bakery is opening its very first bakeshop in Canada this spring. The brand new shop will be located in the GTA at 167 Lakeshore Road West in Port Credit, Mississauga. Canadians got their first taste of Cake Boss when Carlo’s Bakery began offering delivery in June of last year, as well as a handful of ‘Cake Boss’ vending machines that popped up in Toronto and Mississauga.
Altea Active
A brand new mega wellness club called Altea Active is opening in Toronto this year. The club will open sometime this fall in Liberty Village and will take over two floors of the Novus development at 25 Ordnance Street. Altea Active is originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba. It offers everything from Starbucks, to hot yoga, to golf simulators.
Aesop
Famous for its awesome smelling hand soaps and lotions, Aesop is opening three standalone locations in the city. One shop is now open at Yorkdale Mall, another will be located at 94 Cumberland Street in the Bloor-Yorkville area of Toronto, and the third is at 2579 Yonge Street.
Prada
Prada has recently opened a boutique space for women on the third floor of Holt Renfrew Ogilvy in Montreal. The Prada bag and accessory boutique is also on the main floor of the store as well as a women’s footwear boutique on the second floor and a men’s on the fifth floor.
Chick-Fil-A
Chick-fil-A is opening two new locations in Toronto this year. The company also stated that “The restaurants will open for business later this year and will create approximately 200-250 full- and part-time job opportunities.” So, if you love the chicken sandwich chain and are looking for work, you could get a job there too!
Psycho Bunny
Edgy New York City-based men’s fashion brand Psycho Bunny is looking to enter the Canadian market by opening physical stores. The brand doesn’t have an exact location but Psycho Bunny is seeking retail spaces in shopping centres and high traffic areas across Canada.
Boathouse
Boathouse will expand into the Quebec market this year for the first time with storefronts. A lease has apparently been signed to open a Boathouse store at the Promenades Gatineau near Ottawa. The brand will also open up a location in the CF Toronto Eaton Centre where the previous Le Chateau spot was.
Triple O’s
Triple O’s, which is a West Coast restaurant chain that specializes in burgers, fries, and shakes. The company has announced plans to launch six restaurants in the GTA in 2021 and 2022.
Costco Business
Costco Wholesale has opened its third Canadian Business Centre in Gloucester, Ontario. The first concept store opened in Scarborough in March 2017 and the second location is in Saint-Hubert, Quebec.
Second Cup
Second Cup is being bought by Foodtastic with plans to aggressively expand. Apparently, we will see over 100 new locations open up over the next three years.
Prunelle
Prunelle is a Montreal-based brand that offers beautiful modern furniture and home decor. It will be opening it first retail store in Montreal this year after years of only selling online.
Tudor
TUDOR, which began in 1926 by the founder of Rolex, has opened its first very North American store at Yorkdale Shopping Centre. The shop was originally set to open in November 2020, but due to restrictions, it wasn’t able to fully open its doors until now.
Daiso
Daiso has opened a shop in downtown Vancouver at 810 Granville Street. You’ll find a wide range of products at this Japanese retailer from great-priced cosmetics to home goods. The U.S. e-commerce site launched last year, and the Canadian online shop is in the works.
Pie Eyed Pizza
A brand new Canadian pizza chain has opened its very first delivery-only location in Toronto, with other location openings planned. Pie Eyed Pizza offers delicious Detroit-style rectangular and circular pizzas.
Gucci
Gucci has now opened its third Canadian store at West Edmonton Mall in Alberta. It’s in a 5,040 square foot space and between a Louis Vuitton store and a Saint Laurent.
ba&sh
The French women’s fashion brand ba&sh has opened a third Canadian store right in Toronto’s Yorkdale Shopping Centre. This follows ba&sh store openings last year in Toronto’s Yorkville neighbourhood and in Montreal’s Westmount shopping district.
The Claredon Trading Company
The Clarendon Trading Company has expanded to its second location at the Scarborough Town Centre. This spot originally opened in November 2020, but due to pandemic restrictions, it has been shut down until malls re-open.
Freson Bros.
The Alberta-based grocery chain, Freson Bros., has now opened its first store in Edmonton this year. It has 17 stores across the Canadian province.
Lucky Brand Canada
After filing for bankruptcy and shuttering all operations throughout the country last year, the company now has major plans for expansion with the assistance of Thriftys Family of Brands. A total of ten store locations of Lucky Brand have already opened. These shopping centers include Vaughan Mills, Square One, and Metropolis at Metrotown. Another two retail spaces will open soon at Polo Park in Winnipeg and at CF Shops at Don Mills in Toronto. Plus, due to the partnership with Thrifty’s Family of Brands, Lucky Brand products will also be available at certain Bluenotes locations too.
Sephora
The beauty company will be opening around 50 stores throughout Canada over the next three years. To date, Sephora operates over 80 stores all across the country. The strategic timing of this announcement follows Ulta Beauty’s decision to no longer expand storefronts in Canada.
Giant Tiger
The Canadian discount retailer has plans to open 41 more locations across the country, which would bring total store operations to 300. Store locations and specific dates have yet to be released, but we can expect some new Giant Tiger stores to pop up soon!
Athleta
Gap’s sustainable apparel brand Athleta will be entering Canada later this year. This will be the very first time that the activewear label for women and girls will expand outside of the USA. The first two Athleta store openings will be in Toronto at the Yorkdale Shopping Centre and Vancouver at the Park Royal Shopping Centre. These stores should be up and running by the fall of this year.
Alexander McQueen
The UK luxury brand, Alexander McQueen will be opening its very first Canadian space this year in the Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto. You’ll find the shop in the old J.Crew store that has a main floor as well as a lower level.
OAK + FORT
The chic brand, OAK + FORT, has opened up its largest storefront yet in West Edmonton Mall in Alberta. OAK + FORT was founded in Vancouver, British Columbia and now operates over 20 locations across Canada.
T&T Supermarket
Toronto has finally got its very own T&T Supermarket! Now those living in downtown Toronto won’t have to travel far to get delicious dumplings and egg tofu. The new T&T Supermarket is located at 297 College Street, so head on over to grab some delicious food. It also operates a handful of other spaces in Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Mississauga, and Aurora.
IHOP
The famous breakfast chain, IHOP, has exciting expansion plans for Ontario. Back in 2019, the brand announced that it was going to begin opening 15 locations across the GTA over the next seven years. The first restaurants will be in Hamilton, Waterloo, Belleville, Windsor, and London. The rest of the locations are yet to be confirmed, but Toronto will be a very likely spot.
James Perse
The high-end LA-based fashion brand, James Perse, will be opening doors to two home furnishing stores in Canada. Both of these locations will replace WANT Apothecary stores that recently closed over the pandemic. One location will be in Toronto at 1070 Yonge Street in the Rosedale neighbourhood, and the second will be in Montreal at 4960 Sherbrooke Street West.
Sleep Country
Sleep Country Canada is opening two new super hubs in the near future! The two locations will be in Calgary and Belleville and will increase the retailer’s storage space by 65%.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has major expansion plans across Canada. Over the last three years, the fast-food chain has opened around 100 locations across the country.
Nike
A Nike flagship store has opened in Yorkdale Mall in Toronto! It’s one of the largest in the country at 24,000 square feet, packed with all Nike merchandise.
PLUS
The Vancouver-based streetwear concept brand, PLUS, has now opened a spot at the CF Toronto Eaton Centre in Toronto. PLUS was founded back in 2017 and currently, has six locations across Canada.
Staples Canada
Staples Canada launched a ‘Working and Learning Company’ concept store in Richmond Hill at 517 Richmond Street East. The store will be community-based, which will feature new services and a cafe, as well as offering solutions with brands, innovative products, and content, which will allow customers to be more successful in their own learning.
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We all know that Toronto is filled with many creators, designers, artists, and makers. In a city as big and creative as ours, it’s pretty obvious that we have our fair share of talented folks that keep us all looking unique and not blending in with the crowds. This is something I absolutely love about being from Toronto and it’s something I carry proudly. If you (like me), are always on the lookout for the next big collab or newest store to shop, then here’s one that you won’t want to sleep on.
Toronto-based fashion brand Ellie Mae Studios has just opened a retail space with decor brand COFO, and it’s located at Toronto’s shipping container market, Stackt.
If you’re unfamiliar with Ellie Mae Studios, all you need to do is do a quick search because you’ll soon find out lots about the brand. You’ll see photos of “it” girls like Gigi and Bella Hadid, Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau, Gwen Stefani, and Jen Atkins because they’ve all been seen in her whimsical designs.
The idea to open a retail space with COFO came about while smoking a joint. Hence why when telling me about it, founder Ellie Mae Waters referred to it as a “joint” venture.
“We both believe in Stackt and we came here without knowing each other. Then 6 months later we decided that we believed in this place so much that we came together in a bigger space because we feel that it showcases our products more,” says Ellie Mae to StyleDemocracy.
In addition to joining forces and opening a new store together, Ellie Mae Studios and COFO decided to collab on a cannabis accessories collection. And yes, it’s gorgeous.
Fans of Ellie Mae Studios might be surprised with the minimal and muted collection as the brand is known for its use of bright colours but Ellie Mae told me that “it was cool putting on a different creative hat.”
The partnership came about so organically, and it’s a match made in heaven because the both Ellie Mae Studios and COFO hold similar business morals like being made in Canada and being considerate to the environment.
In addition to being stunning, the new space is filled with Ellie Mae’s designs, the two brands’ chic cannabis accessories, and COFO’s modern and streamlined furniture. It’s important to note that everything you’ll see in the store is available for purchase including the furniture, racks, chairs, etc. and it’s made by COFO.
Take a closer look at the ellie mae studios x COFO store and collection:
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In this day and age, stores and restaurants seem to be closing left, right, and centre. So whenever there are new openings, they become a thing to celebrate. This month, Toronto is being graced with a handful of new openings from restaurants and apparel, to gyms and even a spa.
Regardless of if you’re obsessed with all things new, or you’re looking for new spots to shop for holiday prezzies, these 6 new Toronto openings should definitely be on your radar.
ZWILLING
ZWILLING’s first Canadian flagship, located at CF Markville Shopping Centre, is the ultimate foodie destination. The 2,500 square foot spaces sits in the malls new ‘luxury fashion wing’ that includes other high end stores like Michael Kors and Coach. The store is focusing on giving customers a unique shopping experience by having the whole ZWILLING J.A. Henckels catalogue of products available to purchase. To further celebrate the new store, there are a handful of sweet in-store deals to take advantage of!
Province Of Canada
If you’re in search of a spot to get your hands on some actually cute Canadiana, then you’ll want to get your butt over to Province of Canada’s new digs at 1004 Queen Street East. The brand launched in 2014 and this space is the brands first bricks and mortar location. Expect to shop Province of Canada’s well-made basics, dresses, rugby shirts, toques, totes, and candles.
Canada Goose
Winter is in full force with temps steadily dropping so if you’re finding yourself without a warm parka, then it’s time to head to the new Canada Goose store at CF Sherway Gardens. This new location is part of the brands major expansion and it’s also the first store of its kind. What’s so cool about this store is that it features a cold room where you can actually experience your jacket keeping you warm in winter conditions. Plus, you’ll order your coat on a digital screen and it’ll be shipped right to your door!
Yves Rocher
If botanical beauty is your thing, then Yves Rocher should be on your radar. The France-based brand is known for how it uses active ingredients from plants in its products and it’s newest store just opened on December 4th at CF Sherway Gardens. It’s there that you can find Yves Rocher’s lineup of quality skincare, body care, haircare, makeup, and even fragrances.
Hammam Spa by Céla
Need a little pampering before the stress of the holiday season? The Hammam Spa by Céla just opened at Bayview Village and let us tell you: it has everything! In addition to being a tranquil escape, the space is beautiful and but offers a ton of different treatments like medical procedures that include injectables, laser, and skincare treatments. The spa also features faves like its popular Turkish Bath, Seed to Skin Ritual, and full body wraps using products by Céla.
Sweat and Tonic
If you have a gym membership, you probably feel guilty for wanting to try different classes. That’s why Sweat and Tonic needs to be on your fitness hit list. This new space just opened across from the CF Toronto Eaton Centre and it features a spin studio, hot room, and a HIIT room. S&T offers more than just fitness classes, too. Visit the Nutbar cafe for a snack or post-workout smoothie and even indulge in some self-care at the spa for a massage!
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Yorkdale Shopping Centre is ever-changing, and one of its most recent openings is a reopening by HUGO BOSS.
The newly refurbished Yorkdale BOSS Store spans over a generous 5,000-square-feet.
A next generation concept, the store features clean lines and puts the collections at the centre of attention. Visitors have large, comfortable sitting areas, and granite flooring adds a touch of elegance. While the look and feel of the store is classic BOSS, digital elements, such as large LED screens that show the latest brand campaigns and fashion shows, keep the space modern.
Right now, shoppers can head in-store to shop the latest Fall/Winter 2019 BOSS Men’s and Womenswear collections, as well as the Runway Capsule, shoes, and accessories.
To celebrate the grand opening, BOSS hosted a party for Toronto’s fashion elite, with a guest appearance by Toronto Raptor and NBA Champion Serge Ibaka.
Following the closing of the BOSS flagship on Bloor St. West earlier this year, the Yorkdale BOSS store acts as the brand’s Canadian flagship. In total, there are two free-standing BOSS stores in Toronto, as well as a few store-in-stores at Holt Renfrew and outlets across the GTA.
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Take a closer look at the new Yorkdale BOSS store below.
All images courtesy of HUGO BOSS
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With all the closures that seem to be happening everyday, store openings are quickly becoming things to celebrate.
Korean-inspired retailer, Ximivogue is coming to Toronto at CF Fairview Mall and CF Sherway Gardens.
According to Retail Insider, The Fairview location is set to cover about 1,675 square feet and will be located on the mall’s second level while their Sherway spot will replace a 1,153 square foot unit that was once occupied by Zwilling J.A. Henckels.
With over 1,400 stores across Asia, U.A.E, Africa, Latin America, and Australia, Ximivogue has been opening stores like it’s nobody’s business (pun intended.) Set to “open soon,” this store has some similarities to Miniso, another Chinese-owned retailer.
An interesting fact is that Ximivogue also operates under the name Ximiso and sometimes Ximivoue. Are you keeping up yet? Adding fuel to the fire is the claim that Ximivogue is ripping off Miniso with their logos being pretty similar and their pseudonym, Ximiso sounding familiar as well.
Wondering what type of goods you can shop at Ximivogue? Expect to see lots of beauty and skincare, home accessories, electronics and home decor all at low prices because who doesn’t love a good ol’ bargain?
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The world’s leading manufacturer of premium home appliances Miele has stepped into the future of retail with its first-in-the-world experience centre located at Yorkdale.
The German brand came up with a retail concept that is nothing like you’ve seen before. Described as “digital first, but human at heart,” the centre offers an interactive experiential component and expert advice. It also carries the brand’s full range of domestic appliances that can be purchased right at the store. As part of the interactive experience, guests can try freshly cooked treats from croissants to homemade soups and pasta, all made in the store’s kitchen area.
“Yorkdale’s Miele Experience Centre is highly interactive — visitors are encouraged to try out appliances ranging from laundry and floor-care appliances to kitchen products through to ‘Smart Home’,” reports Retail Insider. “It almost feels like a technology playground while at the same time, being a retail store where customers can buy the products.”
In the future, Miele has plans to open 30-40 experience centres worldwide.
“The experience we will give our customers will change the way people look at buying appliances and will set a new standard within our industry”, said Yves Dalcourt, President of Miele Canada.
Have you been to the new experience centre? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
All photos: Alina Prajapati
One of the most innovative sleep companies in the world just opened its first Canadian retail space at Toronto’s CF Sherway Gardens.
The first Casper Sleep Shop features 4 miniature sleeping areas, all inspired by the comforts of home. In these areas, visitors can experience what it feels like to sleep on one of the most comfortable and innovative mattresses in the world.
Now you can touch, feel, and learn about the design behind Casper obsessively engineered sleep offerings, and of course, purchase your favourite Casper products. Besides matrasses, the Sleep Shop offers pillows, duvets, bed frames, sheets, and even dog beds.
The company will also be using the space for various events dedicated to wellness and sleep.
