Reformation hardly needs an introduction, but we’ll give you one anyway. Reformation (or Ref, as dubbed as its official nickname) was founded in 2009 as a vintage clothing store. Now, the brand is widely known as a pioneer in the sustainable fashion space, providing original designs made from low-impact materials, rescued deadstock fabrics, and repurposed vintage clothing. Over the years, it’s built a cult following, notably including numerous celebrities like Taylor Swift, Jennifer Aniston, Miley Cyrus, Olivia Rodrigo, and the list could go on.
Reformation is known not only for its sustainability practices but also for its chic and timeless designs, from wedding-guest attire to business-casual fashion and everything in between. If you’ve yet to enter the world that is Ref, it can feel almost like walking up and sitting at the “cool” table in school (even though this cool crowd is actually quite welcoming). That being said, no one will ever suspect you’re new to the club with these shopping tips!
If you’ve had your eye on something at Reformation and were hoping to snag it on sale, you’ll likely have to wait until one of its two yearly sales (good news: as we type, its summer sale is live). Reformation traditionally only has two major sales a year, one around the end of summer and one in the winter. The sales typically begin with markdowns starting at 30%, with further markdowns as time goes on – but yes, things do sell out, so you may not want to wait.
Don’t be afraid to try out different sizes or styles, as Reformation’s return policy allows for free returns within 30 days! That being said, if you want to send everything in your order back via mail, there may be a shipping charge. However, you won’t be charged if you keep at least one item from your order or return in-store.
Reformation offers free shipping on all orders across Canada and the U.S., so you can shop online as much as your heart desires without worrying about annoying shipping costs.
Sign up for emails to enjoy 10% off your first order and to stay up to date on sales and new products. Plus, Ref vows not to spam your inbox. No harm, no foul.
It’s no secret that Reformation is by no means cheap, but if you want to shop the brand on a budget, or even discover past designs, there is no shortage of secondhand Reformation items listed online on resale sites like The RealReal, Depop, and Poshmark.
Reformation’s online shopping filters are actually quite extensive! Save time browsing through thousands of items on the site by narrowing down your search by size, colour, print, etc. You can even filter your sustainability preferences!
In case you’re not familiar with Reformation’s in-store layout, the shopping floor is essentially a showroom showcasing each style. The sizes shown on display are not the only sizes available! Once you find an item you might want to try on, you can add it to your dressing room using a supplied tablet – or simply ask a sales associate.
Commonly referred to as a “Clueless closet experience,” Reformation’s dressing rooms feature touchscreen tablets where you can request more items and sizes without even having to leave the room. They also have different lighting settings to choose from, so you can see how your outfits would look in every environment before making a purchase decision. Its dressing rooms are seriously game-changing.
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Have you seen those TikToks that feature products that totally aren’t necessary but make your life better? We’re kind of obsessed with that concept. Thank you, Lucy Massad and Anni Vanderbeek! There are tons of items on Amazon that maybe wouldn’t be considered an actual necessity, but totally make life easier/more fun! We’ve done some searching and scrolling to find some of the best items from Amazon that you probably don’t need but will make your day-to-day life better. After all, it’s about the little things! (That’s how we justify these purchases).
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Spring is well underway, which means we’ve had a chance to play around with and style our current spring wardrobe, as well as take note of what it lacks/what we’re still pining for. A great way to update your wardrobe in a feasible way is to make shopping wish lists! That way, you can keep tabs on your wants (and arguable needs), giving yourself time to think about it before you actually hit that checkout button. As professional shoppers, of course, we’ve made a spring wish list of our own!
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Whether you’re looking to update your closet for spring, refresh your home, or revamp your beauty routine, these deals have you covered.
The Sephora Saving Event has begun! Beauty Insiders can use code ‘YAYSAVE‘ to score a percentage off their entire order!
Lululemon’s ‘We Made Too Much‘ section is stocked full of workout gear up to 50% off.
Stock up on intimates and loungewear with 30% off when you buy 4 or more, 25% off when you buy 3, or 20% off when you buy 2 – and yes, you can mix and match.
Update your spring wardrobe with an extra 30% sale at Dynamite – new styles have been added!
Score up to $70 off shoes, up to 50% off equipment, and up to 60% off golf supplies!
For a limited time, get an extra 50% off sale at Anthro!
Shop deals of up to 60% off your favourite style-forward brands.
Get gym-ready for the season with up to 50% off shorts and spring tops!
Find deals of up to 70% off in the sale section.
Refresh your space with 20% off most items at Linen Chest and additional sale finds of up to 50% off!
Enjoy up to 70% off sale and an extra 50% off when you buy 3 items or more with code ‘HALFOFF‘.
This weekend only, get 20% off shoes!
Score up to 50% off top high-end brands at SSENSE.
Score an additional 50% off during GAP’s Spring Sale.
Shop the best jammers ever with up to 80% off This Is J’s Sample Sale!
Save up to 25% off luxury bedding and more during Cozy Earth’s spring sale!
Get outdoors ready with up to 70% off everything from tents to apparel.
Shop a ton of great deals in Amazon’s Deals section.
Enjoy 30% off select styles!
Find deals on all kinds of accessories for up to 75% off!
All stores 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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No matter how tranquil and perfect the place you’re vacationing may be, the actual process of travelling there usually isn’t so relaxing, unfortunately. Deciding what to pack, how to make it all fit in your suitcase, and then lugging yourself and your luggage wherever your vacation spot is (even if it’s not that far), can be stressful, to say the least. But there are certain things you definitely don’t want to leave behind if you want to make the travel process as enjoyable as possible! Whether that be a face mask to battle skin dehydration on the plane or a carry-on that fits all your essentials just right. We’ve rounded up some essentials worth packing for your vacation.
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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Shopping online definitely has its benefits. From discount codes to easy sale-section access, there are plenty of tips and tricks to help you save money while shopping, without even having to leave your home. What’s not to love? If you love to shop as much as we do – you need to know these tips.
When you’re browsing your fave (or new) brands, be sure to find out whether they offer a discount code for signing up to the mailing list. A ton of sites will email you a code to use on your first purchase after doing so. This is such an easy way to score a quick deal, so be aware!
Influencers are always sharing personal discount codes that you can use for your purchases. Stay on the hunt for internet personalities that have the same style as you to see if they offer special codes for awesome brands. Plus, they’re likely to post reviews and tips about brands that’ll help when shopping!
Almost every online store has some kind of reward program at this point. Join the reward programs from the stores you shop at most to get shopping perks (i.e. early access to sales, freebies, discounts, etc.)
Try and use your credit card often so that you can shop as securely as possible. Since the credit card doesn’t give the seller direct access to your money, you won’t be liable if any fraudulent charges occur.
A helpful online shopping tip to keep in mind is that if you’re unsure about an item, leave it in your cart overnight. If you’re signed up to the mailing list, many brands will have abandon cart emails that they’ll send out with a discount code.
Some shopping sites often have the height of the model that’s showing off the clothing in the product photos. This is a great indicator to compare your body type and height with the model, to purchase the best size. You can also check out the size charts to see if you’re browsing the correct sizes.
On many sites, you’ll be able to find reviews of the products that you’re browsing. These reviews can be a lifesaver when deciding on the items that you currently have in your cart.
There are so many browser extensions that you can download to do all of the discount code searching for you. At checkout, a notification will pop up to search for available coupon codes for the site you’re on! It’s as easy as that.
Once you’ve started your virtual shopping trip, head over to the sale section first on each site. You might find exactly what you’re looking for at a discounted price and save some cash.
Recently, a variety of brands offer a pick-up option that’s totally free of charge. Typically, there’s a minimum spend to get free shipping, so if you’re under that amount and have the option of pick-up then definitely save your coin and head on over to the location and grab your order.
Most of the time brands have many enticing promotions on-site, whether that be a BOGO deal or even a 2-for-1. At first, it may seem very intriguing but usually, the brand is getting you to just spend more money than you had planned. For example, if a t-shirt is $20 and the deal is BOGO 50% off, you’ll end up spending an extra $10 if you get the second item. If you don’t need that extra t-shirt, it’s definitely better to save that money because it totally adds up. Be sure to scan your cart to see if you’ve fallen victim to the promotion trap!
Before you go and check out, make sure to head on over to the return policy section. Sometimes stores won’t let you return certain items, or even charge money for an online return. This can definitely be a deciding factor in making a purchase, so don’t skip this tip!
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With online shopping becoming one of everyone’s favourite pastimes these days, there’s a definite increase in online stores popping up all over the internet. We have such a variety to choose where we spend our hard-earned coin but why not shop Canadian? A fellow Canadian supporting another Canadian, it really is a beautiful thing and with that being said, there’s an incredible volume of Canadian shops all over Etsy. From home decor and customized apparel to beautiful crafts, pretty much everything on your wishlist can be found at these online shops.
Check out Silveregy for all of your personalized necklace needs. All of the pieces are made from 925k sterling silver and you can choose whether you want the finish to be silver, gold, or rose gold, plus you can opt for 14k Gold as well. Browse through all of the font options and chain length, type in the name or word you want, and hit add to basket, easy as that to score you’re new fave accessory.
Baltic Club is a Montreal-based stationery and home decor company, founded in 2014. Inspired by the outdoors and nature, this store offers a ton of amazing paper products from calendars, notebooks, prints, greeting cards, and more. Plus, there’s even a candle kit to make your very own soy-based candles, with all of the tools included.
If socks are your jam, you’ll want to know all about You Rock My Socks Co., which has been on Etsy since 2018 and calls Nanaimo, British Columbia home. This fun sock company is just what everyone needs to add to their sock collection. Plus, if you can’t find a sock blurb that you like, fill out a custom request, and have it totally personalized. The brand says it best, sit back, relax, and let your socks do the talking.
True North Apiary offers all-natural beeswax bars. From Alberta, Canada, you can order four 1oz bars of 100% Canadian beeswax that’s totally chemical-free and safe for all uses. These beeswax bars are from fresh and clean wax cappings collected during the honey harvest.
Next up is Cherry Tree Gallery, which was founded in Winnipeg, Manitoba back in 2014. The shop sells beautifully handmade and custom wood products from a giant Connect 4 game to beautiful rustic shelving units, the inventory here is exactly what you need to add a stunning finishing touch to your home. Check out the shop and get creative with your living space!
Pixie Nail Co. is based in Vancouver and makes stunning handmade gel press-on nails. You’ll find eye-catching designs for nail art lovers to simple neutral colours if you’re looking for a more low-key vibe. Regardless of your style, you are sure to find a design that works for you. Plus, if you can’t find a design you absolutely love, you can request a custom order. These press-on nails will give you that full manicure feeling in just a few minutes all from the comfort of home!
FatCatGreetings is an Etsy shop that began in 2018 in Montreal and its specialty is creating hilarious greeting cards for every occasion. If you need a little something extra with the gift you are giving to someone special, these cards are the cherry on top, plus customization is free upon request. An amazing initiative FatCatGreetings has is that 20% of profits made are donated to Montreal cat rescues to help stray cats find a forever home.
Talbot + Suede offers custom products, so you can get exactly what you’re looking for. From adorable ornaments to clothing, to home decor, and prints, this Etsy shop does it all.
Next on the list is Night Moves Atelier which hails from Ottawa, Ontario, and has been with Etsy since 2019. The brand’s owner, Amanda, handmakes each piece in her studio from polymer clay. Each statement accessory is one of a kind, with different abstract designs and colours. When you shop here, you’ll get your very own unique jewelry piece that will definitely have heads turning in awe.
Lil Luxuries Soapworks is bath bomb heaven! Buy these soapy treasures in bulk for seriously amazing prices. All of the products are handmade, and made with natural ingredients, without any harmful chemicals. They’re even available in fun shapes and colours.
One Wild Home is based in Vancouver and has been live on Etsy since 2019. The shop offers funny and quirky sayings on pillows, as well as customizable ones too. Add a little character and personal flair to your living room, bedroom, or even office chair.
If you’re interested in candles that might just be too pretty to even burn, you have to check out Melou Candles on Etsy! The shop is local to Toronto and has the coolest-shaped candles that you can even pick your ideal scent and colour for. Some of our fave candles on the shop are its Cute Cat Candle, Flower Lady Candle, and Big Pyramid Bubble Candle.
Shawn Patt Designs creates beautiful and dainty jewellery, and has been on Etsy since 2014. The store sells unique earrings and eye-catching necklaces, that are made from brass, sterling silver, or gold plating.
Woods and Mosses is based in Montreal, Quebec, and sells natural artisan soap bars, gift soap sets, and self-care boxes! All of its soap bars are eco-friendly wrapped, creating 0 waste! All of the soaps are super adorable and get rave reviews!
SSillustrates, which is based out of London, Ontario, opened its Etsy shop in 2018. Illustrating custom portraits of special moments, interesting designs, and most importantly your furry friends. SSillustrates makes your vision come to life and allows you to showcase it in your home. A great gift for someone special or for yourself, this shop adds a special personal touch to wall art.
Natalie Czerwinski is a Toronto artist specializing in residential, storefront, and couple portraits done in watercolour and ink. You can shop her prints where you’ll find recognizable spots from various cities including Toronto – like this Kensington Market print, or you can even request a custom print.
Gemvitality, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, sells all things crystals from mini crystal mushrooms to crystal towers, and so much more. If you’re looking for a one-stop shop to get some beautiful crystals, look no further!
You truly can order anything online, even flowers! Miss Fleurs is a Toronto Etsy shop that provides the most beautiful dried bouquets for special occasions and “just because”. Everything listed is absolutely stunning and for really great prices, too!
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Let me know if this sounds familiar. You’ve got an event next month — a birthday, cocktail party, a night out, or what have you. Then, in the week (or shock horror – days) leading up it dawns on you that you have nothing to wear. At times like this, what’s one to do? Everyone has seen your existing outfits too many times but there’s no time to go out and buy something new because we’re all busy!
That’s where online shopping comes in. It’s great, isn’t it? You get all the fun of buying and trying new clothes, all without the hassle of leaving your house. In fact, shopping online has never been more convenient, whether you’re suffering from a lack of time or choice.
What would Canadian fashion be without Aritzia? The retailer has several tiers of shipping options, from ‘Standard’ ($8, or free if you’re spending more than $150) for 1-4 business days, ‘Express’ ($15) for 1-3 business days. Lastly, the retailer’s ‘Priority’ option, which will set you back 22. Plus if you need a new frock, Aritzia has the perfect range of dresses to dress up or down for any occasion — great for justifying a last-minute purchase, because of course, you’re going to wear it again, right?
This Canadian shoes and accessories brand offers free shipping on all orders over $60 and no-hassle returns in-store or online. Shipping will take anywhere between 4-6 days, depending on your choice of speed. If, by chance, your order doesn’t make the $60 mark, standard shipping is only $6, or free if you can pick it up in-store!
Zara is one of the best when it comes to situations like this — not only are you spoilt for choice, but its shipping options are nothing short of speedy. If you’re ordering in Toronto, you get same-day delivery if you place your order before 1 p.m. on a weekday. Orders are expected to arrive between 5 and 9 p.m. though, so if you’ve really procrastinated and your event is on Friday, you’re probably better off going to the mall or just being an outfit repeater. For those not in the city, express delivery is $9.95 for 1-2 business days or standard delivery for 1-5 business days (and free shipping over $50!)
Another Canadian retailer (since 1840!) with plenty of party-ready looks to choose from, featuring brands big and small. The store has a wide selection of shoes, bags, and accessories too, making this the perfect one-stop-shop. Your goodies will be delivered within 4 to 7 business days via Canada Post and returns are easy peasy, too!
This online retailer might be based all the way across the ocean, but the high-end UK-based luxury site Matchesfashion can get your order to you in 2-4 business days via DHL for $20. Packages are also shipped on a DDP (delivery duty paid) basis, which means that import taxes and duties are included in the price you pay upon checkout because getting a package delayed and then having to pay a hefty duty charge is the worst!
We all know that Amazon offers fast, free shipping for Prime members, in which you can typically expect your package to arrive within two days. With the major selection of inventory to choose from, Amazon makes shopping a lot easier!
Another one of our favourite online retailers with fast shipping is U.K.-based ASOS. This site always has a killer selection of clothing, accessories, and shoes that just keep ongoing. The retailer stocks a huge range of affordable and high-end brands, as well. Express shipping will set you back $20 and takes about a week, but standard delivery is free if you spend over $63 and it’ll take between 10-20 business days.
Nordstrom Canada offers free standard shipping on all purchases, no matter the total spend. Typically your package will arrive within three to six business days. Plus, if you live in Toronto you can expect your delivery within just two days (on select items)!
Gap and its sister brands, Banana Republic and Old Navy offer free five to seven-day shipping on orders over $50. If you want your package within three to five days, you can pay $7.
If you’re more into sustainable fashion, don’t fret because eco-fashion mainstay brand Frank and Oak make such garments accessible. Find classics to dress up and wear over and over again afterward. Standard shipping costs $9.95 for delivery between 2-7 business days, while express shipping is $25 for delivery in 2-4. You can also send it to the store for the same time frame as standard shipping for free.
High-end retailer Shopbop is known for curating all the best brands to watch from all around the world. The site is also a subsidiary of Amazon so you can rest assured that its speedy shipping is on point. Shopbop has a free (!) 1-3 “Business Day Shipping'” option with prepaid duties so you just have to take care of returns yourself. If you have a little bit more time on your hands and want the extra security, the site’s 5-9 “Business Day Shipping” option is available and covers the cost of returns, too.
While we all love a visit to a bookstore, if you know exactly what you want and are also hoping to stay away from impulse purchases, shop Indigo online. Not only are books and other items (sometimes) cheaper online, you can also have them shipped to your home in 1-9 businesses days, though most of the time it’s never the latter. The best part is that if you don’t make the free shipping requirement, you can always have your items shipped to your nearest store for convenient pick-up.
It’s so easy to get caught up in a big beauty store like Sephora, so shopping from home is a great way to keep from getting overwhelmed. Not only that, but malls are famous for their bad lighting. Sephora is one of our go-to beauty retailers with fast shipping (2-4 days for standard shipping) and you can return any gently used merchandise right back to the store so you’re never stuck with the wrong shade of foundation or lipstick.
For all of your on-trend style needs, Dynamite has definitely become a fan favourite. If you’re a member, you automatically get free shipping which will come in 3-7 business days, and if you’re not you’ll get free shipping for over $50. From our experience, it’s definitely on the shorter end, it typically comes quite quickly! Plus, if you pay $10 for express shipping, you may see your package in 2-5 business days.
At Wayfair.ca you can actually click the toggle on the sidebar as you’re browsing to “Fast Shipping.” This will show you all of the products that you can purchase for free two-day shipping! That’s right, your package will show up on your doorstep in just two days.
At DSW you’ll be able to pay just $7.99 for 3-7 business day shipping to receive your package a bit quicker. Plus, if you’re a VIP Elite member, you can get free express two-day shipping.
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Online shopping has become much more prominent in our lives over the last year, which definitely comes with a handful of perks. There are many ways to save when shopping on the web, especially with referral programs. By getting your friends to use your link on sites that they’re already shopping on, you’ll get some awesome discounts. It’s as easy as that!
Well.ca has a great referral program for you! Tell a friend about Well.ca by giving them your very own $10 off $40 coupon. Each time a new customer uses your coupon code, the company will send you a $10 off $40 coupon too!
After your first purchase at Parade, you’ll be given a unique 20% discount code to share among friends on their first $40+ purchase. Every time your referral makes a first-time order of $40+, you’ll get $10 of Parade credit.
Check out Away if you want a discount on beautiful luggage. When the referred customer uses your ‘refer-a-friend’ link to make a purchase, you’ll receive a Referral Reward. You can claim a total of five referral rewards for a maximum possible discount of $100 USD.
At EyeBuy Direct, you can get $20 in EBD credits, plus an extra $10 for your first referral and an extra $50 for every five friends referred. Sign in to your account and spread the word!
Once you refer a friend to Brooklinen, you’ll get 1,000 Comfort Crew points and they’ll get $25 off on their first purchase of $100 or more. Check out the site for all of the awesome perks when you redeem your points.
Obsessed with that Glossier makeup glow? Then this referral program is just what you need. If your friend or family uses your link, creates an account during the same session, and places an order on Glossier.com, you’ll get a discount to use in the future. You can refer up to a total of 50 individuals!
Get a $75 Amazon Gift Card when a friend purchases their first Casper mattress using your personal link. They’ll get 20% off any order with a mattress through your link, too!
Looking to give your workout wardrobe an upgrade? Say hello to Outdoor Voices! Refer a friend to join the community and you’ll both get $20 off your next purchase of $100 or more.
Refer your friends and family to Alo Yoga to give them 10% off their first order, and you’ll get $25 when they make a purchase.
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Say hello to our newest online sale! The Vero Moda X ONLY X Jack & Jones sale is finally here and it’s bringing major discounts. Enjoy up to 70% off on pants, dresses, jeans, sweaters, outerwear, accessories, and more for both men and women. The deals have begun today but will end on March 18, and there are limited quantities while supplies last so check it out ASAP. Please note that before you’re about to complete your purchase, check that all sizes and colourways are correct, as everything is a final sale.
Happy shopping!
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