1. SSENSE
Based in: Montreal
Shipping to Canada: Free
Return policy: Free within 30 days
Our go-to for: Designer pieces
Founded in 2003, this homegrown fashion platform is about as cool as e-commerce gets, with a mix of luxury, streetwear and avant-garde labels like Gucci, Off-White and Rick Owens. In addition to immediate customer service (seriously, it’s 24/7), you can shop via the mobile app, which is available in English, French, Japanese and Mandarin.
2. Simons
Based in: Montreal
Shipping to Canada: Free on orders over $25
Return policy: Free within 30 days
Our go-to for: Canadian design
This family-owned retailer has been around for a long time—since 1840 to be exact—and has expanded from their homebase in Quebec to stores across the country and online shopping. In addition to featuring a selection of Canadian designers like Sid Neigum, Beaufille and Kathryn Bowen, there’s also a variety of homegoods to scroll through. In 2018, they launched Fabrique 1840, a curated marketplace featuring unique items from Canadian artisans.
3. Victoire
Based in: Ottawa
Shipping to Canada: Free
Return policy: Within 10 days
Our go-to for: Independent Canadian labels
Canadian design is the focus of this independent boutique. If you’re in need of an introduction, they stock over 80 designers, the majority being Canadian women like Eliza Faulkner and Heirloom Hats from Montreal, Birds of North America from Toronto and Maggie Jayne from Halifax.
4. New Classics Studios
Based in: Edmonton
Shipping to Canada: Free on orders over $175
Return policy: Within 20 days
Our go-to for: Slow fashion and sustainable labels
Alyssa Lau launched this independent boutique in 2014 with the goal of introducing customers to some of the best slow fashion brands and sustainable designs from around the world. Read more about New Classics here.
5. Sweet Pea Boutique
Based in: Halifax
Shipping to Canada: Free
Return policy: Within seven days
Our go-to for: Your new favourite dress
This independent East Coast boutique specializes in dresses for every occasion and cozy knits – perfect for planning all the events you’ll eventually go to.
6. Friends of Jenny
Based in: Toronto
Shipping to Canada: Free
Return policy: Within 14 days
Our go-to for: Curated pieces from international designers
Part online shop, part community, Friends of Jenny was founded by Alison Newton and Beth Nicholson Crago as a way to share their love of fashion. Find clothing, accessories and objects from designers like Rachel Comey, Rachel Antonoff and Corey Moranis. It’s like a peek inside your cool older sister’s closet.
7. Fawn
Based in: Toronto
Shipping to Canada: Free
Our go-to for: Independent brands
This Toronto shop is known for their curated collection of independent brands, with a focus on well-made pieces using natural fabrics. While they don’t have an online shop yet, keep an eye on their Instagram and call to place your order.
8. Station Service
Based in: Montreal
Shipping to Canada: Free on orders over $150
Return policy: Within 14 days
Our go-to for: Timeless and durable basics
Founded in 2016, this Montreal boutique originally began as a rental service. Two years later, they added a retail store, which now carries 40 local designers.
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