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| Olsen Collection |
| The company began 100 years ago when Hamburg businessman Alfred L. Wolff established a trading company. Besides the famed knitwear, Olsen offers many pieces that are perfect for those 9 a.m. business meetings. Call for more information. |
| 1-800-268-1919 |
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| Outline |
| This line has pieces for the budget shopper. The basic palette is this: T-shirt, button-down and sleeveless shirts, turtleneck, cardigan, fleece hoodie and pants, skirt, denim jeans and dress pants. Ten items for only $257.90 + tax = 20 different outfit combinations. At The Bay. |
| 416-972-3333 |
| The Bay |
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| Designer – Labels, Montreal |
| Parasuco |
| Glam rock is the overarching theme at Parasuco this fall. Rhinestones, lace, fringe, gathers, ruffles, sequins and graffiti embellish its famous “butt cleavage” denims. Motorcycle jackets in distressed |
| 514-284-1855 |
| 1414 Crescent St. |
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| www.parasuco.com |
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| Designer – Labels, Toronto |
| Nicole Farhi |
| The former designer of French Connection, Farhi opened her first flagship store in New York in the building where the Copacabana nightclub once was. Not only does it have her women and men’s collections, but also home furnishings and a restaurant/bar fittingly called Nicole. At Holt Renfrew. |
| 416-922-2333 |
| Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Designer – Labels, Toronto |
| Nicole Miller |
| Miller’s success started with her version of the little black dress— a dress that has seen the insides of high-school gymnasiums everywhere, including those on Beverly Hills 90210 and Dawson’s Creek. At Andrew’s, The Blue Angel, Chadwicks, Holly’s and Your Choice. |
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| Designer – Labels, Toronto |
| Olena Zylak |
| This designer knitted her first sweater at 17. Juliette Lewis, Natalie Cole, Olivia Newton-John and even Prince wear her creations. At Finishing Touches, Posh Boutique, Solstice, Wenches & Rogues and Your Choice (Toronto); Just Between Us (Kitchener |
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| Designer – Labels, Montreal |
| Nadya Toto |
| Nadya Toto is like a rock star. People at cocktail parties like to brag about knowing her and/or owning her designs. Emerging in 1989 and opening a boutique in 1997, Toto never fails to set the standard for international-level design. From fuzzy coats and fringe belts to sleek evening dresses and career-enhancing suits, she can’t miss. This season is high on beige, red and black. As always, note her reflex toward feminine curves |
| 514-350-9090 |
| 2057 de la Montagne St. |
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| Designer – Labels, Vancouver |
| Narciso Rodriguez |
| Inspired by Cristobal Balenciaga, Narciso Rodriguez has taken his minimalist nature and designed a restrained, but invigorating collection. At Bacci’s. |
| 604-733-4933 |
| Bacci\’s (2788 Granville St.) |
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| Designer – Labels, Montreal |
| Nevik |
| We can’t thumb our noses at Toronto anymore—Nevik is opening a boutique in Bayview Village this August. Montrealers enjoyed exclusive access to Kevin Allwood’s designs since 1987. Always big into bouclé, he comes out strong for fall with more retro nylons and warm hues of cinnamon, rust and muted earth tones. The focus is on casual elegance and everyday wear for young professionals. |
| 514-282-4589 or 888-931-9777 |
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| Designer – Labels, Toronto |
| Moschino |
| Franco Moschino started as an illustrator for Gianni Versace in 1971. He began his own line in 1983, but 10 years later, he died tragically at age 43. At Giorgio Couture, Holt Renfrew and St. Regis Room. |
| Giorgio Couture 416 944-2600 and Holt Renfrew 416 922-2333 |
| Giorgio Couture (111 Bloor St. W.) and Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Designer – Labels, Montreal |
| Muse |
| Enter the noble peasant. Christian Chenail’s Zhivago collection for winter is a dramatic and romantic story about fallen aristocracy. Translation? Shabby chic with lots of lace. Since the first collection in 1989, Muse hasn’t shied away from histrionics and this season is no different. That’s why we like it. Embellishing, trim and detailing are the watchwords. Also at Les Ailes de la Mode, Revenge and Griff 3000. |
| 514-848-9493 |
| 4467 St. Denis St. |
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| Musky |
| Swiss stylist Béatrice Calmel came to Montreal two years ago with 10 years’ experience and a degree from the Studio Berçot in Paris, and charmed the city with her atelier-boutique. Her design philosophy is simple: comfort and movement. Her pullovers, coordinates and E accessories in earth tones and accent colours always feel loosey-goosey, without sacrificing style. Black, of course, is her big fall staple. |
| 514-847-1661 |
| 3917B St. Denis St. |
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| Mohawk Group |
| Designer Aycha Araya divided her fall collection into two parts: burning (with tones of red, beige and black) and frozen (blues, silvers, pearls and blacks). Björk wears pieces by Mohawk. At Pink Cobra and TNT Blu. |
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| Mon Petit Oiseau |
| These Californians with a French name have found Brit flavour in liberty prints and very clean lines. Clothes for fall edge on cute. At Atomic Model and Plenty |
| Atomic Model 604 688-9989 and Plenty 604 454-1283 |
| Atomic Model (1036 mainland St.) and Plenty (2803 Broadway W.) |
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| Morales |
| It’s about curves and colour volume, says designer Renata Morales. Her trendy boutique in Old Montreal, which opened over a year ago, is known for its elaborate private-label pieces with liberal layers of transparent fabrics. For fall, Morales presents cigarette pants with leg straps, cord skirts with flower appliqués, hand-bleached camel pieces and tops with “scales” of overlapping circles. Eschewing the trend toward red, she’s using peach, coral and salmon |
| 514-288-0330 |
| 209 St. Paul St. W. |
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| Misure by Joeffer Caoc |
| Fans of Misura include Angela Bassett, Farrah Fawcett and Lauren Holly. At The Blue Angel Butterflies on Bloor, Finishing Touches, Maxi Boutique, Runway North Fashions, Wenches & Rogues and Zola (Toronto); Amuse (Ottawa); Erban Corner (Waterloo); Great Things (Niagara-on-the-Lake); Just Between Us (Kitchener); Saffron Road (London); Valentina Shoes (St. Catharines). |
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| Miu Miu |
| The sassy little sister to Prada’s spurious adult line arrives for fall as assertive (and racy) as you want it to be with stiff culottes, corduroy coats, chiffon blouses and patch pockets. At Leone. |
| 416-683-1133 |
| Leone (757 W. Hastings Store) |
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| Miu Miu |
| This collection is named after Miuccia Prada’s nickname. It debuted in 1992 and is inspired by what is in the designer’s own closet. You can find her shoes on practically every fashion editor. At Corbò Boutique and Holt Renfrew. |
| Corbo Boutique 416 928-0954 and Holt Renfrew 416 922-2333 |
| Corbo Boutique (131 Bloor St. W.) and Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Designer – Labels, Toronto |
| Mimi Bizjak |
| She started designing in 1994 and has since dressed actor Arsinée Khanjian for the Oscars, Ziggy Lorenc and comedienne Mary Walsh. At The Blue Angel, Erietta and Wenches & Rogues. |
| The Blue Angel 416 763-2098, Erietta’s 416 778-8363, and Wenches and Rouges 416 920-8959 |
| The Blue Angel (2237 Bloor St. W.), Erietta\’s (320 Danforth Ave.) and Wenches and Rouges (610 Queen St. W.) |
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| Miss Sixty |
| The Italian super-clothier is known for its narrow-leg, low-rise stretch jeans, but don’t miss the new Miss Sixty Luxury, a line made in dressier fabrics or Killah, the House’s junior line. At Aritzia, The Block, Hill’s of Kerrisdale, Plenty, Mantique and Zero Gravity. |
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| Designer – Labels, Toronto |
| Missoni |
| At 16, Ottavio Missoni won the 400 metre track race for Italy. In 1947, he designed wool track suits for his team’s practice sessions, which later became the uniforms of the Olympic team. World-famous for his knitwear in an eccentric mix of colours and patterns, this highly recognizable designer has attracted a celebrity following including Ashley Judd and Calista Flockhart. At Holt Renfrew. |
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| Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Designer – Labels, Toronto |
| Michael Kors |
| You have been invited to ski this weekend and you need a killer outfit quick? Get Michael Kors to pack your suitcase. He brought glamour back to the ski bunny. Even if it’s a working weekend, make room for his beautifully designed suits, too. At Andrew’s, Butterflies on Bloor and Holt Renfrew. |
| Andrew’s 416 969-9991, Butterflies on Bloor 416 236-7794 and Holt Renfrew 416 922-2333 |
| Andrew\’s (Hazelton Lanes), Butterflies on Bloor (3074 Bloor St. W.) and Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Michel Desjardins |
| “It’s a socialite’s dream,” says Michel Desjardins, who specializes in natty suits fashionable women wear to charity events and concerts. Word travels fast about good suits and word of mouth has kept Desjardins busy since 1987. Call ahead and make an appointment to view new collections. His style for fall is really sophisticated, with a nod toward sultry detailing and basics in black. Also at Revenge, Lili Simon in Ogilvy, Montreal; Mijo, Laval. |
| 514-284-2022 |
| 416 de Maisonneuve Blvd. W., Suite 203 |
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| Mimi & Coco |
| Liz Hurley’s chef shops here for his boss, along with Lisa Bonet. What do they buy? Mimi & Coco’s crazy T-shirts with ribbons, rips, arty appliqués and quality cotton from Italy. Sassy T-shirts make up 80 per cent of the line, which has been designed by Montrealer Vince |
| 514-274-6262 or 514-482-6362 |
| 6717 St. Laurent Blvd or 4927 Westmount Sherbrooke St. W. |
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| Mary Belgue |
| Though she’s planning to move to England designer Mary Belgue’s Here+Now label stays local. This fall, find track suits with zippers and ribbing and pinstripes galore. At Dadabase. |
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| Max Mara |
| It’s that time of year again. Time to witness the latest reincarnation of Max Mara’s camel-hair coat that built one of Italy’s most successful empires—a classic that is in almost every woman’s closet. At Holt Renfrew and Max Mara. |
| Holt Renfrew 416 922-2333 and Max Mara 416 928-1884 |
| Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) and Max Mara (131 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Mercy |
| These designers have mastered the art of tea-dying garments while carefully hand-painting each piece. Their clothing is also set apart by the gold metallic tag engraved with their name. At the World Design Lab at Holt Renfrew |
| Holt Renfrew 416 922-2333 |
| Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Marni |
| Consuelo Castiglioni’s designs embody all that is luxurious: furs, silks and cashmeres. Think colourful, feminine and chic. Craft + style = Marni. Castiglioni has dressed Julia Roberts, Reese Witherspoon and Sarah Jessica Parker since 1994. At Holt Renfrew. |
| 416-922-2333 |
| Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Martin Margiela |
| Belgium-born Margiela is closely associated with the deconstructionist movement of the 1980s. His inspiration has always been the extremities and changes of daily life. At I-cii. |
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| Martine Sitbon |
| Both Kirsten Dunst and Milla Jovovich have been spotted wearing Sitbon designs. She was born in 1951 in Casablanca and started her own designer label more than 30 years later. At TNT Woman. |
| 416-975-1810 |
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| Marilyn Brooks |
| ??q8\\her 40th year in fashion. Some memorable moments include the chain bra, her clock handbag (over 15,000 sold around the world) and her 1970 fashion show at the CNE where 4,500 people attended to watch Brooks arrive in a chariot. At Marilyn Brooks. |
| 416-961-5050 or 416-504-5700 |
| 132 Cumberland St. |
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| Marisa Minicucci |
| MM Loft is the chic boutique-cum-showroom for Marisa Minicucci, an unparalleled Montreal designer with an eye for elegance. Her sexy suits make you want to work in an office, while her self-titled “dinner wear” collection solves all evening wardrobe dilemmas. For fall, Minicucci presents another astounding selection of sexy blouses, russet suits, updated grey separates, waxen leathers and luxurious winter whites. Note: The Loft is by appointment only. |
| 514-271-5638 |
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| Mark Peros |
| At one time he was Marilyn Brooks’ apprentice. Mark Peros is also one of Canada’s top-ranked fencers and is in training for the 2004 Summer Olympic Games. At Solstice. |
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| Marc Jacobs |
| His very name is music to my ears and I am not alone. Seated in the front row at his New York show were Kirsten Dunst, Sofia Coppola and Anthony Kiedis minus the Chili Peppers. The beautiful and ethereal collection has one well-kept secret: Every garment down to the velvet trim and leather piping was prewashed. At Holt Renfrew. |
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| Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Marc Jacobs |
| Jacobs, whose previous fall collection was upstaged in New York last Sept. 11, has left behind spring’s colour onslaught for designs that are muted, yet elegant enough for front-row eye candy Kirsten Dunst and Sofia Coppola. At Holt Renfrew. |
| 604-681-3121 |
| Holt Renfrew (633 Granville St.) |
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| Marie Saint Pierre |
| Layering and illusion are the cornerstones of Marie Saint Pierre’s fall collection, with transparent mesh and nuances of colour. For the past 15 years, Saint Pierre continually reasserts herself with a world-class collection. Evening pieces aren’t as dressy this time and colours stick to maroon, burgundy, pink and black. But boiled wool and silk will keep everyone smiling. |
| 514-281-5547 |
| 2081 de la Montagne St. |
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| Mackage |
| For their sixth collection, Montreal designers Eran Elsassy and Elisa Dahan are expanding from outerwear to tweed wool skirts and white blouses. Trim and sharp, the fit is smart, just like their nylon jackets and wool winter coats. Bombers mix fur with waxy leather this year, while belts couldn’t be chunkier. At Browns, Soho, U&I;, Olam and Bleu Marine & Co. |
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| Mandula Moda |
| Because polyester just doesn’t crinkle the way she wants it to, fashion-forward Vancouver designer Hajnalka Mandula uses all-natural textiles in creating her raw-edged, layered fall collection. Full-length pants transform into instant capris courtesy of cool little leather straps. At Bruce and The Block. |
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| mantles |
| One of three private labels exclusively at The Bay, its name stems from the idea that the collection is a “mantle of coordination.” It is for the woman who loves to match her handbag with her shoes, totally coordinated from head to toe. At The Bay. |
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| Lucy and Ethel |
| In a world gone mad over peasant blouses, L.A.’s Lucy and Ethel stand out. They have perfected the art of tunic-style, bohemian blouses with beadwork, embroidery and subtle Mexican influence. At Plenty. |
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| Plenty (2803 Broadway W.) |
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| Mabel |
| Its name is taken from a Hong Kong action movie by Wong Kar Wai called As Tears Go By. Kirsten Dunst wore a Mabel piece when she hosted SNL. At Awkso. |
| 416-703-6660 |
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| Mabel |
| The Toronto design team who took its name from a Hong Kong action movie and won the City of Toronto New Designers Award are holed up in T-dot’s Fashion Incubator while the collection is on the cross-country tear. Check out the tiny sweaters embellished with lace. At The Block. |
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| Lithium |
| Montrealer Chuckie Kay was 17 when he founded this label nine years ago, adding an edge to urban streetwear. For fall, he has low-rise jeans and stonewashed canvas pieces in soft blues and tones of grey. Check out the novelty retro fleece made of 18 per cent cotton. Cement is his colour of choice this season. At Acme, Boutique Industry, Mode 2010 and Arsenic, Montreal; Sport Infiny-T, Longeuil. |
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| Louben |
| With designer Micheline Paquette at the helm for the past 15 years, continuity is assured at Louben. The 54-year-old label is known for its updated classics and steady fit. For fall, check out the skirts and capes in blanket-type fabrics. Dark camel, red, off-white and black enrich the colour story. At La Maison Simons and Les Ailes de la Mode. |
| 514-273-2895 or 800-465-8789 |
| La Maison Simons (977 Ste-Catherines Rue O) and Les Ailes de la Mode (677 Ste-Catherine Rue O) |
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| Luc La Roche |
| It’s about time—the first season of womenswear by sexy Montreal designer Luc La Roche. After 12 years in men’s swimwear and intimate apparel, La Roche is storming the female market this fall with a collection that blends rural simplicity with urban elegance. How? Lots of denim, cord, merino wool, brushed cotton and microfibre with a dash of shaved beaver skin. |
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| Layer by Jennifer Dares |
| Dares started about 10 years ago with a major focus on pants. Much time was dedicated to the fit, especially with a longer length that made them a favourite of models. Layer is now a complete collection set to debut this fall. At Jumas, Maxi Boutique, TNT Blu and TNT Woman. |
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| Lida Baday |
| In a season full of anniversaries, Lida Baday is also celebrating her 15th year as a clothing designer. Pair her black lace dress with her tweed coat. At Andrew’s, Finishing Touches, Holt Renfrew, Maxi Boutique, St. Regis Room and Your Choice. |
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| Lino Catalano |
| The buzz is deafening about Beige, Lino Catalano’s youthful line of sportswear. Beige went vintage for fall, with paisley cord jeans and 1970s-inspired colour combinations with dusty rose and teal. His showstopper is a grass green, asymmetrical, ruffled skirt with Adidas-like stripes. You’ll see it; you’ll buy it. Available at Soho, U&I;, Montreal; 2BU, TMR and Kasüal, St-Bruno. Call for more information. |
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| Lanvin |
| Formerly of Guy Laroche, YSL and Krizia, designer Alber Elbaz debuted his premiere collection, which was well-received by the highly critical French press. At Giorgio Couture and Holt Renfrew. |
| Giorgio Couture 416 944-2600 and Holt Renfrew 416 923-2222 |
| Giorgio Couture (111 Bloor St. W.) and Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor St. W.) |
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| Lanvin |
| In Alber Elbaz’s first collection for Lanvin, luxurious fabrics get a raw edge. Exhibit A is a grey track suit trimmed with fur and worn with heels. A salute to Lanvin’s previous success selling |
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| Laundry by Shelli Segal |
| Paisley corduroy joins luxurious, wide-sleeved peasant tops and wide-cuff, lace-up pants. Soft blues and whites adorn the gorgeous fabrics that Segal has built her reputation on. At Hill’s of Kerrisdale and Finns Kerrisdale |
| Hill’s of Kerrisdale 604 266-9177 and Finn’s of Kerrisdale 604 226-8358 |
| Hill\’s of Kerrisdale (2125 41st Ave. W.) and Finn\’s of Kerrisdale (2159 41st Ave. W.) |
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| Kenneth Cole |
| With a slew of controversial and make-you-think-twice ad campaigns under his belt, Kenneth Cole is celebrating his 20th anniversary this year. At Acappella, Bella Sport, Butterflies on Bloor, Decibel and Sears (Toronto); Channer’s (London); Fast Forward (Markham); I.Q. Clothing (Windsor); Schad (Ottawa); Therapy (Kingston). |
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