Vintage lovers, set your alarms for this weekend. The Toronto Vintage Clothing Show is back! 

This Saturday, September 28th and Sunday, September 29th, head over to the Queen Elizabeth Building at Exhibition Place to shop vintage clothing, jewellery, and accessories from the 1920s to the 1980s. 

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Entry is $15 and there will be over 125 vendors in attendance – meaning you’ll have no shortage of options to shop. It’s the perfect time to revamp your wardrobe with unique one-of-a-kind pieces for fall! 

Some notable vendors who will be showcasing their impressive collections include Vintage Soul Geek, Wild Thing Vintage, Tell Them It’s Vintage, and so many more. 

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From suede fringe jackets to rare vintage dresses, you never know what gems you’ll find at Toronto’s Vintage Clothing Show.

The details:
Date: September 28th & 29th
Time: Saturday: 10am-6pm, Sunday: 10am-5pm
Location: Queen Elizabeth Building at Exhibition Place, 180 Princes’ Blvd. M6K 3C3
Admission: $15 +hst (children under 12 are free)
Credit and Debit accepted.

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The next time you go shopping, rather than buying off the rack, browse around some of the top vintage stores in the city. Not only will you be able to score one-of-a kind items or a great deal, but you’re also staying away from purchasing fast fashion, which is awesome! Whether you’re looking for trendy denim, designer bags, or closet staples, these vintage stores have got you covered.

Take a look at the best vintage stores in Toronto below.

Public Butter

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Address: 1290 Queen St West

This Parkdale gem is the store of the infamous Black Market Vintage and offers a broad variety of items at affordable prices. Public Butter carries both men’s and women’s clothing, including cute dresses, graphic t-shirts and sweatshirts, funky bottoms, and cool outerwear to keep you looking warm and stylish. Along with the vintage pieces you need to create your perfect wardrobe, the store also boasts a variety of new wallet-friendly accessories like hats and sunglasses.

Exile Vintage

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Address: 60 Kensington Ave

Head on over to Exile Vintage for some really great finds! It’s been in business for over 40 years and offers stunning collections of the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s, plus all of the fan-favourites like Levi’s denim. There’s also an abundance of sweaters, coats, knits, tees, two-pieces, and more. Don’t forget to check out all of the Halloween costumes and accessories, it really is a one-stop shop.

Bungalow

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Address: 273 Augusta Ave

Step into this super groovy spot. With over 3,000 sq. ft. of modern furniture, retro housewares, and vintage clothing and accessories, Bungalow is definitely one to keep on your shopping list. The front of the store has brand new items, and then once you make your way to the back of the store, this is where you’ll find all of the thrifted gems. Plus, the downstairs has even more chic furniture to browse that’s from the 40s, 50s, and 60s.

Lucky Tiger Vintage

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Address: 1269 Bloor Street West & 687 Bloor Street West

Lucky Tiger Vintage is one of the newer standing vintage shops in Toronto, and it already has 2 locations to shop from! This shop is great at curating vintage pieces that are very much so in style today! Once you step into this shop, you’ll be greeted by tons of well-organized, curated finds within every category of fashion – at great prices. If you’ve yet to visit one of Lucky Tiger’s locations, you’re in for a treat!

House of Vintage

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Address:1239 Queen St West

House of Vintage is a boutique clothing shop that specializes in one-of-a-kind vintage pieces for both men and women. Located in the heart of Parkdale, this vintage shop has a rustic vibe with old-fashioned pictures lining the walls. The shop offers a collection of gently used clothing including leather jackets, denim, cowboy boots, dresses, winter wear, and denim jackets. You’ll also find other non-clothing items such as frame art and area rugs. Not to mention, its fantastic selection of accessories such as belts, handbags, and jewellery. Each item of clothing at House of Vintage has been professionally cleaned and carefully hand restored.

VSP Consignment

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Address: 1410 Dundas St W

At VSP Consignment, you’ll find some of the best pre-loved designer finds in the city! From vintage to current, VSP is a trusted consignment shop where designer lovers can both sell and shop. It carries brands like Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Hermes, and so many more – and the prices are always fairly marked!

Courage My Love

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Address:14 Kensington Ave

If you’ve been to Kensington Market then you’ve probably already browsed around Courage My Love, without even realizing it. The store quickly became well known for not only its fabulous pieces of clothing but for the awesome prices as well. Courage My Love carries womenswear that comes from different decades and all over the world. With a majority of items coming from Mexico, the store also partners with various workshops in Mexico for a large selection of beads. Along with these wonderful finds, the talented staff also uses vintage fabric to create new pieces, like co-ord sets or cute dresses. The team also tie-dyes a bunch of pieces themselves!

I Miss You Vintage

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Address: 63 Ossington Ave

I Miss You Vintage is one of those diamonds in the rough that will leave you speechless. Located on the Toronto Ossington strip, you’ll be drooling over the selection of vintage designer frocks and clothing including Yves. St Laurent, Christian Dior, and Cartier. Unlike many vintage stores, what also sets I Miss You apart is that the owner dry cleans and touches up all the pieces before they hit the floor.

Siberia Vintage

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Address: 955 Bloor Street West

Siberia Vintage is a curated vintage shop full of quirky finds that will transport you to the past! The shop has a large assortment of vintage dresses amongst every other category of clothing you could ever want to shop for. If you’re looking for a bargain while shopping for one-of-a-kind, eclectic pieces, stop into Siberia Vintage next time you’re in the area!

Penny Arcade Vintage

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Address:177 Dundas St West

Next time you’re on Dundas West make sure you stop at Penny Arcade Vintage to do a little digging. Penny Arcade is known for its wide variety of vintage pieces for both men and women that are carefully selected by the team and perfected before being sold by the in-house seamstress. You can find a range of apparel that includes shirts, pants, dresses, outerwear, and much more. Not to mention the fabulous selection of footwear, purses, and accessories. There is also a range of new, locally made goods in-store.  

Boomie Vintage

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Address: 1425 Bloor St West

While browsing through Boomie Vintage’s selection, you’re sure to find a vintage gem! The shop carries a variety of thoughtfully curated vintage items, as well as some cute trinkets! Give Boomie Vintage a visit the next time you’re in the area.

Black Market Underground

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Address: 256 Queen St West

Situated downtown in the Queen West neighbourhood, Black Market Vintage is known for being a Toronto staple that’s beloved among the vintage community. You can find a range of apparel that includes vintage band tees, sweaters, coats, leather jackets, and boots, as well as every style of jeans you could think of, and so much more. If you are up to searching through racks of clothing, you’ll find lots of brand names like Levi’s, Champion, Adidas, and more. Torontonians are very familiar with this shop that’s known for its affordable prices and hidden gems. 

Mama Loves You Vintage

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Address: 541 Queen St West

Mama Loves You Vintage is a boutique that was born from a family’s love of vintage. Mama Loves You carries a range of women’s and men’s pieces that date back from the early 1900s to the 1990s, so no matter your style, you’re sure to find something you love here. Before items hit the racks, each item is washed, mended and steamed with care. From brightly printed blouses and dresses to band tees and denim shorts, there’s a huge variety to choose from. 

Space Vintage

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Address: 34 Kensington Ave & 319 Queen Street West

Space Vintage now has 2 locations in Toronto! Not only can you pop-in to shop its arrangement of carefully curated items from the mother-daughter duo – but you can even book styling sessions! If you have a special occasion and want to be dressed to the nines, Space Vintage is the place to go.

CHOSEN Vintage

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Address:1599 Dundas Street West

CHOSEN is a women’s Toronto vintage clothing boutique that hand-selects gently loved clothing items that are relevant and affordable. At CHOSEN, you can discover bags, dresses, jackets, jumpsuits, pants, shoes, and skirts from a handful of different decades. You can shop garments in all of the categories online — our favourite is the CHOSEN vault which features a private collection of high-end converted designer pieces. These pieces are curated and deemed extra special by CHOSEN.

Fashionably Yours

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Address: 709 Queen Street West

Fashionably Yours is a Toronto boutique that’s dedicated to carrying your favourite designers and ensuring all the pieces in their store are 100% authentic. The shop is focused on getting the trendiest and hippest luxury fashion to fashion-forward men and women looking to look bougie on a budget. Designer pieces vary in men’s and women’s, so everyone can enjoy the luxury styles they have in stock. The store carries designer clothing, as well as accessories such as jewellery, shoes, and bags. Carrying designers such as Hermes, Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and more, there is no shortage of luxury items.

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Vintage shopping is totally growing in popularity and for good reason. Not only does it reduce the fashion industry’s carbon footprint, but you can also find some awesome closet staples! Sometimes nothing fits better than a vintage t-shirt, which is super easy to style up or down, making it the ultimate wardrobe-essential. Keep reading for the best shops where you can find your new favourite tee (and more).

Here are stores to shop online for the best vintage t-shirts.

F As In Frank

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F As In Frank has a number of casual streetwear finds to elevate both men’s and women’s street styles and focuses on selling vintage finds from the ’80s and ’90s. Whether you’re in search of a vintage band tee, a cool sports jersey, or a jacket to layer on top of your outfits, you’re bound to find it here.

Drop Spot Vintage

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Drop Spot Vintage has 2 shops based in Hamilton, as well as a constantly updated online store full of one-of-a-kind finds – including vintage t-shirts, of course. While scrolling, you’ll find everything from rare rap tees to coveted classic Harley tees and everything in between.

Lost Vessel

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This Waterloo-based vintage shop has an array of rare vintage tees on its online shop! If you’re looking for your next grail vintage find, definitely check out Lost Vessel.

Black Market Vintage

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Black Market Vintage is known for being a Toronto staple that’s beloved among trendy individuals. Browse a range of apparel that includes vintage band tees, sweaters, coats, leather jackets, and boots, as well as every style of jean you could think of, and so much more.

Philistine

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Philistine is a favourite shop to many Torontonians. You’ll definitely score those baggy vintage t-shirts, denim cut-offs, quirky pins, and more that you’re searching for. Browse through the women’s and men’s sections or even sort by brands.

Penny Arcade

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Penny Arcade is known for its wide variety of vintage pieces for both men and women that are carefully selected by the team. You can find a range of apparel that includes shirts, pants, dresses, outerwear, and much more.

Baldylox Thrifts

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Baldylox Thrifts is always dropping new merch on its website! You can shop for jerseys, sports tees, band tees, and so much more. It’s no wonder this shop has such a following!

Throwback Vault

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If you live in the GTA and love to shop vintage, you’ve likely heard of Throwback Vault! It has 2 locations, 1 on Queen West and 1 in Square One Mall, and an online shop with over 700 vintage t-shirts listed. If you’re looking for some vintage tees with cool prints, click here.

The RealReal

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The RealReal is a company with millions of shoppers and consignors, with four retail stores in Chicago, New York City, Los Angelos, and San Francisco, and a very successful online shop. From women’s, men’s, and kids’ fashion to fine jewelry, watches, fine art, and home decor, the company curates a huge marketplace for authenticated luxury.

thredUP

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thredUP has a variety of brands for everyone’s style and budget with prices starting at $0.99 and increasing into the thousands. You’ll find tees and more from brands like Aritzia, Reformation, Zara, Louis Vuitton, and Dolce & Gabbana, and more. 

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If you love to shop vintage clothing, you’re not going to want to miss this market happening about an hour away from Toronto this month!

Timeless Vintage Market is back, this time in Hamilton’s Hess Village at 110 George Street AND 32 Hess Street this September 16th. Mark your calendar! 

The market, or Vintage Crawl, will feature 18 vendors carrying carefully curated vintage clothing, posters, and records available to shop!

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Some vendors you can expect to see include DropSpot, Thrift Mitch, and Crazy Loko Vintage – to name a few. 

From varsity jackets to vintage tees, Timeless Vintage Market will have it all and so much more. It’s the perfect place to upgrade your wardrobe just in time for fall!

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The best vintage clothing market in Ontario awaits. *Checks bank balance* 

Where: 110 George Street & 32 Hess Street 
When: September 16th, 4-10PM

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From vintage clothing to art and everything in between, there’s probably a market happening this summer in Toronto for it. There’s nothing like packing an empty tote bag in anticipation to be filled, and heading over to a local market on a nice summer day. It’s such a fun way to do some shopping! 

Here are the markets we’ll be checking out in Toronto this summer!

Toronto Flower Market

Where: 1001 Queen St West at the SW corner of Queen and Shaw
When: July 15, August 12, September 9, October 7— 10AM – 3PM

Since 2013, the Toronto Flower Market has been going strong. It’s the city’s first outdoor flower market! The market features a variety of Ontario-grown flowers and plants, connecting growers and florists directly with the city. It pops up monthly from May through October, the next upcoming dates are; July 15, August 12, and September 9.  

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Toronto Sunday Market

Where: The Parkdale Hall 1605 Queen Street West, Toronto
When: Every Sunday

Every Sunday you can head over to The Parkdale Hall on Queen West to shop from over 40 different vendors! You can expect vintage, crafts, collectibles, jewellery, home decor, and more. 

Her Market

Where: 58 Berkeley St, Toronto
When: Sunday, 23 July 2023— 1 PM – 7PM

Support local women-owned businesses at Her Market, where you can shop over 30 vendors! The first 30 guests will even receive a swag bag full of goodies – and entry is free! If you’re planning on attending this market, consider bringing something to donate, as there will be a donation drive on-site with donations going to a local shelter for youth facing homelessness. 

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Rooted In Community Market

Where: Society Clubhouse 967 College Street Toronto
When: Saturday, July 22, 2023— 11AM – 7PM

Rooted In Community is a pop-up market featuring handmade goods, apparel, vintage, and jewellery from local BIPOC and women-owned businesses! Mark your calendars for July 22nd to do some shopping.

Tomo Arts Market

Where: The Parkdale Hall 1605 Queen Street West, Toronto
When: Saturday, August 5, 2023— 10AM – 5PM

If you love to shop from local artists and makers, this market is for you! Tomo Arts Market will be at The Parkdale Hall on Saturday, August 5th and will have over 35 local artists selling items like ceramics, prints, comics, and more!

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Made For Me Summer Market

Where: Second Floor Events 461 King Street West Toronto
When: Saturday, July 22, 2023 12PM – Sun, Jul 23, 2023 6PM

Made for Me Marketplace is a Toronto pop-up market showcasing the city’s small businesses and entrepreneurs! Find vintage, handmade accessories, home goods, and so much more! And you can even sip & shop from the bar while supporting Toronto’s hardworking artisans. 

Hippie Market

Where: Queen & Shaw
When: July 22 + 23

If you love vintage fashion and trinkets and haven’t attended the Hippie Market yet, you’re missing out! This market always has a ton of different vendors selling curated vintage goodies – mostly clothing. It pops up regularly and the next one is being hosted July 22nd and 23rd! 

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Courtyard Farmers Market

Where: Fairmount Park, 1725 Gerrard Street East, Toronto
When: Every Wednesday from June 21st to October 11th— 3:30 PM to 7:30PM

At the Courtyard Farmers Market, you can shop for products from local farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs! Every Wednesday from 3:30 to 7:30 PM until October head over to Fairmount Park to experience the market! 

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Love heading over to your local Goodwill to score some fab finds? Now, you can do so without leaving your home with GoodwillFinds

The recently launched online thrift shop has a ton of apparel for women, men, and kids, jewellery, electronics, home, books, and more!

According to The Associated Press, there are around 100,000 second-hand items on the GoodwillFinds site, which makes for a great shopping experience.

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Browsing the racks at thrift stores is not only an excellent way to find one-of-a-kind pieces but also to minimize your own use of fast fashion.

But of course, you do have to have the time to head over to those stores to shop, so GoodwillFinds makes it totally accessible to everyone. 

Before you make a purchase beware that you still have to pay shipping fees.

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The site curates its inventory from donated goods at its physical storefronts across Canada. 

As of right now, you can’t donate your items directly to GoodwillFinds, you have to bring your pile to Goodwill stores still. The company does plan to offer an online donation service in the future.

Will you be shopping at GoodwillFinds? If you have any questions, be sure to check out the FAQ page

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The fan favourite thrift event is coming back! The TO Vintage Show will return to Toronto’s Exhibition Place at the end of the month. 

From September 24 to 25, you’ll find stunning vintage clothing, décor, antiques, and more from more than 100 independent dealers!

The vintage dealers and shops will be headed to the Exhibition Place from locations like Nova Scotia and California, as well as local vendors too. 

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Show Manager Catherine Knoll, speaks on the event saying, “Vintage dealers load up their inventory all summer long so buyers can expect lots of freshly found, quality auction and estate sale pieces at the show.”

You’ll get to browse all of the latest trends like Y2K, western-wear, street style, boyfriend jackets, and items from all of the iconic eras like the 60s, 70s, and 80s. 

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Second-hand shopping has become extremely popular over the last few years, and for good reason. It’s an awesome way to score one-of-a-kind and unique pieces, as well as reduce the need for fast fashion. 

Plus, by taking a browse around the TO Vintage Show, you’ll also be supporting a ton of small businesses.

Don’t miss out on some great finds!

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Calling all vintage lovers! Yorkdale Shopping Centre is getting its very first vintage store this coming weekend. How exciting is that?

With thrifting on the rise these days, it makes sense that the mall is looking to expand its product offering.

Vintage shopping is definitely a great way to give your closet, home decor, accessories, and more an upgrade on a budget and find some really unique pieces—while making the eco-conscious decision. 

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The new store that’s getting added to the directory is the Clarendon Trading Co. It actually opened its first location at the Scarborough Town Centre, so it’s great to see that it’s expanding!

If you plan on stopping by, you’ll come across the oh-so-popular Levi’s jeans, Carharrt beanies, leather jackets, Nike sweaters, and more. 

Clarendon Trading Co. has an online store to take a browse as well. 

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The owners, Colette Liburd and Johnnel Francis, buy the items rather than taking donations therefore they can build a carefully curated collection. So, you know that shopping here you’ll definitely grab some great vintage finds.

Make a trip and check out the Clarendon Trading Co. opening on April 2!

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While living in Toronto, my vintage streetwear loving heart was always right at home in the west-end. Vintage shops dotted my former street, all with their own set of specialties; ’80s designer duds, sportswear, and graphic tees galore. Thankfully, the life cycle of a clothing item has become a larger concern amongst conscious consumers, and the vintage looks of the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s are back — big time.

Parkdale, Queen West, Bloor West, and Kensington Market offer not only the best and most unique selection of vintage streetwear in Toronto, but the vintage stores also provide the biggest bang for your buck. 

Here are the 12 best places to shop vintage streetwear in Toronto.  

In Vintage We Trust

vintage streetwear
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1580 Queen St. West

Though In Vintage We Trust is currently closed for renovations, the store plans to reopen this month and promises its flyest ’90s sportswear yet. If you’re looking for the finest collection of vintage Raptors clothing, be sure to stop in and browse mint condition Coogi and North Face while you’re at it.

Public Butter

vintage streetwear
Instagram/@publicbutter

1290 Queen St. West

Before stepping foot into Public Butter, know this: you’ve got to like digging through overstuffed racks to find a piece of gold. Luckily, there are always some serious finds scattered throughout the store. You’ll see pretty much everything and anything inside Public Butter — from partially stained band camp tees, to letterman jackets, army surplus, and enough vintage denim to fill a whole second store. 

F As In Frank

vintage streetwear
Instagram/@fasinfrank

418 Queen St. West

Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, Patagonia, and Jordan — it’s all at F As In Frank and it’s all keeping you ahead of the latest streetwear trends, (which ironically, are going backwards in time). F As In Frank also always has a ton of rocker tees, flannels, and basketball jerseys to choose from. 

Common Sort

vintage streetwear
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Annex, Parkdale, and Riverside locations

With three locations across the city, Common Sort serves up a whole lotta goodness to vintage lovers everywhere. In addition to 90s streetwear, you’ll find gently used items from brands like Zara, Babaton, and even designers like Stella McCartney and Armani. Again, you’ve just got to be willing to sort through the racks to find a diamond in the rough.  

Sub Rosa

denim jacket
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16 Kensington Ave. 

Inside a navy house in Kensington Market that’s even more vintage than the clothing hung up on its walls, you’ll find Sub Rosa: a haven for worn denim and streetwear lovers alike. If your go-to outfit includes an oversized vintage sweatshirt, this is the place to visit. And if your favourite splurge-worthy item is a that’s-so-’70s tweed duster coat, this is also the store to shop. 

House Of Vintage

converse
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1239 Queen St. West

For all your Western-inspired, genuine leather needs, House of Vintage boasts a premium collection of cowboy boots, chaps, jackets, belts, bags, and Harley Davidson apparel. That’s not all though because the store also has an exceptional array of vintage Levi’s in stock at all times as well as quality vintage sports attire. Be sure to take a look at what’s under the glass of the cash desk at the front of the store – there’s always a new vintage Gucci bag or Versace necktie hiding from plain sight, as well as beautiful sterling silver jewelry.

96 Tears Vintage

champion
Instagram/@96tearsvintage

1267 Bloor St. West

96 Tears’ new location on Bloor St. West is still a certified vintage gold mine, packed with leather, logowear on plenty of biker-style jackets, fur, denim on denim, and so much more. There’s no other way to leave the store than with a gently-loved piece that turns back time in the slightest, and turns heads on the streets too. 

Nouveau Riche Vintage

vintage streetwear
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1386 Queen St. West

A visit to Nouveau Riche is like taking a walk through a designer streetwear time warp – Moschino, Prada, Gianni Versace, and Emilio Pucci decorate the store in a kaleidoscope of colours. The shop’s offerings also span non-designer labels dating all the way back to the ’30s, though it’s a label lover’s paradise.

Chosen Vintage

vintage streetwear in toronto
Instagram/@chosenvintage

1599 Dundas St. West

Whether you’re looking for a classy new pair of coveralls or a moto-style jacket to keep you warm between seasons, Chosen Vintage is an adoringly curated collection of timeless streetwear and dress-appropriate options. Versace mom jeans? Check! Shop here for lots of fun ’80s glamour.

Vintage Depot

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Instagram/@vintagedepotcanada

Kensington Market, Danforth, and Oshawa

With three locations across the GTA, great quality vintage streetwear is never too far away at Vintage Depot. Expect to find all of the brands you’re coveting like Polo, Champion, Nike, Lacoste, and more all in mint vintage condition.

Final Touch Vintage

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Instagram/@finaltouchbloor

1269 Bloor St. West

Head to Bloor West to shop Final Touch Vintage’s selection of vintage streetwear with offerings from brands like adidas, Guess, Champion, Polo Jeans, and many more, as well as vintage jerseys.

Uncle Vintage

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Instagram/@soshi_muzic

1342 Bloor St. West

Another Bloor West destination to check out for vintage streetwear in Toronto is Uncle Vintage. Located near Lansdowne, this is a great spot to find vintage graphic tees, Nike, Patagonia, Tommy Hilfiger, Polo Jeans, and more. Just be sure to follow them on Instagram to keep up with when they’re doing new drops — their stock goes fast!

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Square One Shopping Centre has always been Mississauga’s go-to for shopping. And over the years, the mall has undergone renovations and upgrades, making it a top choice for new international retailers and major brands.

The mall originally opened its doors in 1973, and in the past year alone, Square One Shopping Centre has undergone a $580-million redevelopment, with new additions like The Food District, Morphe, and The Rec Room, to name a few.

Today the Mississauga mall is the largest shopping centre in Ontario, as well as one of the most profitable shopping centres in all of Canada.

Square One Shopping Centre

According to a study done in 2018 by the Retail Council of Canada, Square One Shopping Centre is the sixth most popular shopping centre in the country, bringing in $1,086.78 per square-foot and attracting 23 million people a year.

Just like all of the greater Toronto area’s popular malls — we’re looking at you, Yorkdale Shopping Centre and CF Toronto Eaton Centre — Square One Shopping Centre comes with a history documented through retro commercials.

Instagram account @retroontario recently shared an ’80s Square One Shopping Centre commercial that’s a total blast from the past.

Take a peek at the video below. Released in 1987, it’s funny to see how much styles have changed and a great way to see how much the beloved mall has grown.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2iOcCuASFp

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