12 Canadian Fashion Brands You Didn’t Know About

Let’s state the obvious: Canada is known for hockey, maple syrup, and Justin Bieber; but did you know that Canada is secretly a style savvy nation too? From contemporary sweatshirts to striking accessories, Canadian fashion brands excel in all areas. Each of our country’s under-the-radar fashions feature their own unique vibes. With the help of this list, you’ll not only get to know 10 awesome Canadian fashion brands, but you’ll also become hooked to their online shops. I mean, there’s nothing wrong with supporting local fashion, am I right?

Garage

This Montreal-based brand is thriving in the Canadian market, and it’s no wonder why. Their collection of fashionable AND affordable items speak for themselves.

Joe Fresh

Polished and modernly sleek, Joe Fresh provides classic fashion for the entire family. The perfect place to stock up on your fashion essentials; if you’re looking for a staple item to add to your wardrobe, this is the spot to get it.

Peace Collective

The Peace Collective produces trendy articles of clothing including graphic tees, sweatshirts, bombers and accessories. Each of the Peace Collective’s pieces feature witty Canadian phrases such as “Canada is bae” and “Home is Canada.”

ShoeMe

With over 480 brands to choose from, ShoeMe has curated their selection of shoes with the fashion-savvy in mind. Constantly staying on top of the trends, you are guaranteed to find the perfect shoe for any occasion.

Herschel Supply Co.

Famous for their heavyweight cotton canvas backpacks, Herschel Supply Co. was founded by Scottish couple, Alexander and Annie Cormack, who immigrated to Canada in the 90s. Since its birth in 2009, it has become increasingly popular courtesy of their classic colours, prints, and shapes.

 

Native Shoes

Creators of what they call “Future Classics,” Native Shoes produce modern footwear in a variety of casual styles. The Native Shoes brand was established in 2009 and each of the styles reflect their recentness within the fashion scene.

Aritzia

As a retailer that combines numerous stunning clothing brands, Aritzia has become one of the most raved-about Canadian brands amongst fashion obsessed twenty-somethings. The brand began as a single shop in Vancouver and from there flourished into a go-to shop for those seeking high quality, stunning silhouettes.

Sak Bijou

Sak Bijou creates simplistic jewelry pieces offering a wide variety of styles including traditional beaded bracelets and classy pendants; perfect for any night out.

October’s Very Own

Created by Canada’s favourite Torontonian and rap artist: Drake, OVO produces sleek graphics loved by both guys and girls alike. With only two minimalist locations, October’s Very Own apparel is a highly sought after Canadian creation.

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Sorel

Sorel was founded in Canada in 1962, making this brand an oldie, but a goodie. Most commonly known for their warm boots which combine functionality with style, this Canadian favourite offers a small apparel line too.

   

   

Naked and Famous

Naked and Famous is simply the hippest of Canadian denim. Offering five different fits for men and three styles for women, Naked and Famous’ focus is to produce jeans that are raw and simple, while also being a modern essential in any wardrobe.

Raised by Wolves

Raised by Wolves produces men’s apparel that is both casual and fresh. Showcasing everything from polos to pins, Raised by Wolves offers just about every article of clothing or accessory that you can think of, all with a skater-type vibe.

Do you know any other Canadian fashion brands not on the list? Share in the comments!

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Samantha Diehl

Sammie is a first year Marketing Management student at the University of Guelph whose passions include dance, yoga, fashion, and trying new foods. She strives to find artistic beauty in every aspect of life and hopes to continue make eyeopening discoveries by one day traveling the world.

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