Ganni Womenswear
We can't get enough of Scandinavian style! Danish womenswear brand Ganni will soon be a welcomed fixture on the Gotstyle Woman shelves. Sexy, playful, timeless clothes are what Ganni stands for. Behind the scenes, a team of designers work to create pieces that become every woman's favourite.
Don't be afraid to let go. Edit your closet and you'll find yourself saying "I have nothing to wear" a lot less. It hurts to get rid of clothes with memories attached, but cleaning out your closet will make way for new memories and save yourself from many headaches.
Here's a checklist for editing your wardrobe:
1. Take out what you don't wear. If you haven't worn it in a year, chances are you probably won't wear it this year. Make a pile and donate it.
2. Tailor pieces you would wear if they fit right. Make a pile of clothes that need to be tailored. Only if you know you'll wear them!
3. Add what you need. Knowing what you really have, go out and make investments that complete your wardrobe.
This is also a good time to get nostalgic, play dress up, and wear heels around the house.
What happens when you put effortless Australian style and European sensibility together? A powerful fusion of energy, style, and art. Leigh & Luca brought Australian entrepreneur Gillian Leigh together with European designer Susann Luca on a Manhattan subway platform, and the rest is a colourful history of wearable art.
Five years later, Gotstyle Distillery joins the roster of over 300 Leigh & Luca retailers. We can't wait to get these beautiful pieces into your hands!
In the meantime, here's a little homework. Check out Leigh & Luca's How-To guide for their scarves.
The duo of Sachin and Babi.
Love and... textiles. The power couple behind Sachin + Babi met at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology in the '90s. Their love for textiles made them one of the fashion industry's most sought after assets. Taking them to Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, Yves Saint Laurent, and beyond. Three years ago, they established Sachin + Babi, their own label.
Jackets from Sachin Babi coming soon.
Being born in India, raised in New York City, and travelling the world in between, Sachin + Babi is for the woman with a global spirit. Someone who is inspired by the world and embodies effortless confidence.
Soon, you'll be able to add their luxurious embroidered pieces to your wardrobe. Gotstyle Woman is a wee bit excited for their pieces to be brightening up our airy Distillery store.
Coming soon to Gotstyle Woman.
Magazines, fellow Gotstyle women, TV, stores, we're inspired all day every day. While red carpet gowns and runway shows are always going to be inspiring, it's helpful to find style inspiration in people that share similar lifestyles as you.
We love Pinterest for inspiration, and it's easy to modify outfits and ideas to fit your lifestyle. Remember the first style tip? Look to people with similar skin tones, body types, and personal style as you. It's amazing how different your wardrobe looks after a little inspiration!
Next step: once you've found your inspiration, play dress up!
J Brand skinny jeans
J Brand's ubiquitous skinny jeans are just that, a staple of every modern woman's wardrobe. We're bringing the all-in-one casual/business/social denim to the Distillery District for Spring 2013.
The mission behind J Brand is to make jeans that fit the contours of a woman's body. We all know the importance of this - not just aesthetically but for comfort, too.
Get into the best fit of your life this spring, and give your breezy silk tops and spring brights and fail proof partner.
Our womenswear buyer Carla has a wealth of style knowledge to share. Being in a brand new year, it's an appropriate time for a style refresh. Let's start off with her top style tip: Know Thy Self.
You want to get the same great return on investment for your wardrobe as you do your financial investments. This doesn't mean investing thousands into an entirely new wardrobe, but instead only investing in pieces that'll get maximum mileage. It's all about aligning your style with your life, which is where style becomes a lifestyle.
A lot of downtown professional women come through our doors. They need pieces that can go anywhere they do, which means important meetings, dates, out with the girls, to the office, all with the ability to keep denim looking polished. A navy Circle of Gentlemen blazer does just that. We put this piece with three basic pieces you'll probably already find in your closet: black denim from Paige, a black pencil skirt, and a crisp white shirt. You've added one piece, but now have more complete outfits.
Look at what you wear everyday and add pieces that will work with them. Beautiful style happens when you dress for your life!
Who hasn't indulged in playing dress-up at some point? Whether you're still playing dress up or you stopped decades ago, do it more!
Wear a cardigan backwards or make a scarf into a summer shirt. Get out old costume jewellery and use necklaces as belts. Even old shoes can be made new. Spend a couple minutes (or hours) to look at your current pieces in a totally new way.
The internet is filled to the brim with ideas on how to make old new, one of our favourite perks of being material women in a post-recession world.
Tiger of Sweden Womenswear
Tiger of Sweden has been a favourite of the Gotstyle Man for many years. Coming soon to Gotstyle Distillery is a little something from Tiger of Sweden for the Gotstyle Woman! Our guys love Tiger's expert cuts and liveable fits. For women, it's all about that Scandinavian design edge and effortless pieces.
Tiger of Sweden Womenswear
Ela Handbags Spring 2013
Every woman knows that handbags aren't just for carrying around your stuff, they're an extension of not only your wardrobe but your mood and personality. We support everyday clutches made with this in mind, and so does Ela Handbags. The brains behind Ela, Ela Kowalewska turned the colour up on her signature M.I.L.C.K. clutch (Money, Identification, Lipstick, Cell, Keys) for Spring 2013.
Many of us made the New Year's resolution to wear more colour, and there's no better way to do this than with a clutch. They're affordable, versatile, and have major staying power.
We'll be sharing new arrival photos and inspiration in the upcoming weeks, so stay tuned!
Have you visited the Distillery District lately? We're new to the neighbourhood and for those who haven't gotten a chance to pop in, all of the store details plus photos on The Distillery District Blog, including Gotstyle Woman.
"How many readers have been inside the new Gotstyle fashion boutique in the Distillery yet? The huge 6700 sq ft venue opened in November 2012, just in time to enjoy the Toronto Christmas Market crowds. They had a very merry Christmas, and now the staff is prepping for a Grand Opening event in Spring 2013. In the meantime, the store managers here are breaking tradition and doing something altogether different… They’re selling women’s clothing."
AG Stilt jeans.
Next up is AG denim, a mainstay of our men's casual wear. Now our ladies can spend their weekends in a pair of coveted AG Stilt jeans.
Not only are they incredibly comfortable and well-built, but they're 100% Made in the USA and manufactured with eco friendly Ozone Technologies. Conscious consumers, denim lovers, and women of style alike swear by AG denim for weekends and casual wear.
Keep your eyes on the blog for photos of new arrivals one they arrive!
The Distillery District is on everyone's list of places to watch in Toronto as more retailers move there, like the opening of Gotstyle Distillery. NOW Toronto listed the Distillery District as a place to shop in 2013. While you're down here, make sure to drop in for a visit!
"Yorkdale’s 145,000-square-foot expansion was 2012’s big retail story, but we’ve got our eye on the Distillery District for 2013. Another wave of development has added more storefronts to the neighbourhood’s cobblestone streets. Gotstyle and Jacob & Sebastian both opened second locations just in time for the holiday rush, and other new arrivals include made-in-Italy menswear at Gentil Uomo, fashion destination Blossom and an expanded Spectacle store."
Cuchara necklace $190.
Canadian-made Cuchara jewellery is the perfect accessories for going out after work or on weekends. They describe their pieces as "an amalgamation of edgy and playful with a dash of elegance." What more could you want in jewellery?
Cuchara necklace $160.
The designer's childhood in Victoria B.C. is what inspired these pieces, a combination of urban grunge and downtown sophistication in each hand-made piece.
Cuchara necklace $165.
Malene Birger dress coming to Gotstyle Woman soon.
Copenhagen's Queen of Fashion, Malene Birger will soon be gracing the Gotstyle Woman shelves with her contemporary elegance. For a taste of what's coming, here's two dresses that we'll be carrying.
For the downtown woman, having a few go-to dresses is key. Which is why we're so excited for this line to arrive!
Malene Birger dress coming to Gotstyle Woman soon.
Join us on Twitter @GotstyleWoman or Facebook for real time updates on new arrivals and what we're up to!
Our jewellery cases are filled with great pieces to dress up outfits. To the Gotstyle Woman, costume jewellery doesn't mean cheap, it means fun, beautiful, and well-made. Our appreciation for timeless, unique accessories has grown into a collection of jewellery you can buy at Gotstyle Distillery.
Giles & Brother necklace $258.
Giles & Brother cuff $220.
Brother and sister duo Giles and Philip are the brains behind Giles & Brother. They draw inspiration from all over the world, and put it into sophisticated but eye catching accessories.
Jenny Bird necklace $255.
Self-taught designer Jenny Bird has come a long way from rural Ontario. She's made a huge name for herself in the design world. Her accessories always carry her signature indie-lux air, a style that came out of her search for meaningful, well-made, and beautiful accessories. We're all fans of this gold statement necklace, the perfect partner to a little black dress.
Gillian Julius bracelet $300.
Gillian Julius bracelet $400.
We have our eye on Gillian Julius, an up-and-coming accessory brand. Like our other accessory lines their bracelets are hand-crafted and known around the world for their
signature use of waxed cotton.
The good people at Toronto Life dropped into Gotstyle Distillery to preview what we've got up our sleeve for the Spring 2013 hard launch. Here's a peek at the article:
Check out the link below to see what we've got in store already, including photos of both menswear and our new womenswear. → See the full article and photos.Founder Melissa Austria wanted to create a ”dynamic shopping experience,” which means having girls and guys shop for casual wear next to one another rather than in separate sections. Breezy dresses, feminine blazers and an ornate display case filled with jewellery (this Jenny Bird necklace is our favourite) sit next to well-curated racks for men, with brands like Ted Baker, Strellson, and John Varvatos. When the store is finished in early spring, the in-house salon will also cater to both ladies and gents. However, the second level in-house tailor shop and “Groom Room” for wedding party prep will be solely for the fellas.
Columbian swimwear and lingerie line Maaji is known for their colours and patterns, a unique and romantic twist on everyday bras. They make a great stocking stuffer or a gift to yourself, for only $45. Stop into Gotstyle Distillery to see more!
The Ela mirrored Editor's Clutch is a hot ticket! It was recently spotted by The Travel Presse, and added to their holiday gift guide. At only $198, it's a great gift idea or a great clutch to add to your own closet!
it features a leather exterior, cotton lining, and measuring in at 11" x 9" (it can fit an iPad), it's exactly what every busy woman needs for a jam packed holiday social calendar.
Still shopping around for last minute gifts? Avoid the retail madness and wrap up your shopping at Gotstyle Distillery! We've got gift ideas for every guy and every price range from stocking stuffers to the big ticket items. Check out what we've got up our sleeves for this Christmas morning.
Ted Baker Prints Charming fitted boxers $39
Get a gift that he needs, with the details that you want. These are one of our favourite stocking stuffers because they're comfy, fun, well made, and come in a nice package. Ted Baker fitted boxers in fun prints are a gift that will keep on giving, for both of you.
Triple C walnut speaker $30, iSolar backup battery $48
For the outdoorsman, beach bum, or guy on the go, some of the most wanted things are hard to find. Durable outdoor speakers and a solar battery backup will make his life way easier. These will be sure to get a lot of use in many summers to come. Added bonus: they're made from recycled wood and bamboo, so they're environmentally friendly too!
Majestic flannel nightshirt $70 or pj set $80
Of course we couldn't suggest these pyjamas for the ladies and leave the guys in the cold. We've got flannel pj sets and nightshirts to keep your guy warm. If you exchange early gifts on Christmas Eve, this is the perfect idea!
Falling Whistle $58
Be a whistle blower for peace in Congo. Falling Whistles have a powerful story that is sure to impress the socially conscious guy. Proceeds go towards providing education, advocacy, and rehabilitation to the war-affected people of Congo.
Jos Von Arx box sets $75 - $150
If your guy is a banker or suit-type, gifts like watches, pens, and cufflinks are always appreciated. Get them all together in a gift case from Jos Von Arx.
Sandqvist briefcases $375 - $450
If you haven't done any Christmas shopping yet, there's still time to find the big gifts. Sandqvist laptop bags and briefcases are just what he wants. High quality leather, simple masculine details, and functionality all come together in a bag that'll never be found sitting in his closet.