Luxury

Mondetta Expands Modern Ambition with Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver Stores

Craig Patterson -
Mondetta is expanding its Modern Ambition menswear brand with new stores in Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, while evaluating additional opportunities across Canada, the United States and Europe.

Royal de Versailles Builds Multi-Brand Luxury Hub on Bloor Street

Craig Patterson -
Royal de Versailles unveils a major Bloor Street renovation including new Tudor and Omega boutiques in Toronto.

Canada’s Luxury Retail Market Enters a More Strategic Era

Craig Patterson -
Canada’s luxury retail market is evolving through flagship expansion, mixed-use development, and shifting urban retail ecosystems. Craig Patterson interviews Casdin Parr.

Daily Synopsis: May 26, 2026

Retail Insider -
Second-hand shopping grows as fuel prices increase, Flight Centre Canada appoints leader, Shell partners with Scene+, Healthy Planet opening Toronto store, Dressew sells Vancouver building with permanent closure date, Oakridge Park opens this week, and other news.

ROYALMOUNT Expands Luxury Race Week Experience in Montreal

Lee Rivett -
Concours ROYALMOUNT returned during Formula 1 week with luxury automotive displays, retail activations and public programming.

FASHIONPHILE names Cardi B global brand ambassador for 2026 campaign

Mario Toneguzzi -
The partnership will anchor its “Get Your Bag” campaign, which was shot in New York City and features still images and video of Cardi B with products from FASHIONPHILE’s inventory of pre-owned luxury handbags and accessories.

Daily Synopsis: May 14, 2026

Retail Insider -
Sobeys ditches maple leaf symbol in stores as it and Loblaw under fire for 'maple washing', Pet Valu reported cautious Canadian consumers, Ikea launches collection, and other news.

Canada Goose Pushes Beyond Parkas as Apparel Sales Surge

Craig Patterson -
Canada Goose reported strong fiscal 2026 growth as apparel, spring collections, and retail conversion helped drive momentum beyond winter outerwear.

H&M Launches Stella McCartney Collection in Canada

Lee Rivett -
The Stella McCartney x H&M collaboration returns to Canada as H&M pushes luxury positioning, sustainability, and store traffic.

Mine & Yours Returns to Calgary with Holt Renfrew Pop-Up

Craig Patterson -
Mine & Yours, a Canadian resale company, reopens its pop-up at Holt Renfrew in Calgary for a second year. The partnership emphasizes sustainable luxury and features pre-loved designer items, reflecting the growing demand for circular fashion.

ROYALMOUNT Targets Montreal F1 Race Week with Concours Event

Craig Patterson -
From May 14 to 24, 2026, Concours ROYALMOUNT will present a unique automotive exhibition during Montreal's Formula 1 week. The event will feature rare supercars, interactive experiences, and family-friendly activities, all aimed at enhancing the vibrant atmosphere of race week.

Michael Hill Opens Vancouver Flagship at CF Pacific Centre

Lee Rivett -
Michael Hill opens a new flagship at CF Pacific Centre as Canada drives growth and supports its premium retail transformation.

Maison Territo Launches Archiproducts Digital Showroom

Retail Insider -
Maison Territo launches an Archiproducts Digital Showroom, giving architects and designers streamlined access to curated collections and product resources.

Interest in circular economy buoys Zero Collective

Mario Toneguzzi -
Rather than purchasing items for single ownership, members gain flexible access to designer handbags from brands like Chanel, Dior, Celine, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Prada through a subscription model.

Aline Nasseh Chocolates Pop Up at Holt Renfrew

Craig Patterson -
Toronto’s Aline Nasseh Artisan Chocolates debuts a pop-up at Holt Renfrew Yorkdale, marking a key step in the young brand’s luxury retail growth.

Tudor Expands Canadian Boutique Network with Bloor Opening

Craig Patterson -
Tudor is accelerating its Canadian retail expansion with new boutiques in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver while maintaining key retail partnerships.

Tissot Opens First Canadian Boutique at Montreal Eaton Centre

Craig Patterson -
Swiss watchmaker Tissot has opened its first Canadian boutique at Montreal Eaton Centre, marking a key milestone in its North American retail expansion.

Canadian Luxury Apparel Market Rebounds in 2025


Craig Patterson -
Canada’s luxury apparel market rebounds in 2025, fueled by tourism recovery, stronger specialty store sales, and renewed consumer confidence.


The Changing Economics of Canadian Luxury Retail

Craig Patterson -
Currency shifts, brand power, and resale trends are transforming Canadian luxury retail as stores adapt to new economics and evolving consumer values.

Douglas Mandel Unveils ‘Luxury That Connects’ Series

Craig Patterson -
Former Dior executive Douglas Mandel launches a twice-weekly LinkedIn series exploring strategy, service, and storytelling in modern luxury.

Harry Rosen opening this Fall reimagined First Canadian Place location in downtown Toronto (Photos)

Mario Toneguzzi -
Harry Rosen's reimagined store in Downtown Toronto was designed to be a hub for luxury menswear and professional style.

Birks releases fiscal 2025 results: net sales down, net loss of $12.8 million

Mario Toneguzzi -
For the fiscal year, Birks reported net sales of $177.8 million, a decrease of $7.5 million or 4.0%, from the comparable fiscal year ended March 30, 2024.

Eleventy Opens First Canadian Store on Toronto’s Bloor Street

Craig Patterson -
Eleventy launches its first Canadian flagship on Toronto's Bloor Street, bringing Italian smart luxury and hospitality to the city’s upscale retail scene.

Rennaï launches Clinique Le 1620 at Royalmount – Canada’s 1st in-store medical aesthetics clinic

Mario Toneguzzi -
Rennaï is Canada's premium destination for elevated beauty and self-care

Canada Goose reports strong Q4 and Fiscal 2025 results

Mario Toneguzzi -
Throughout the year, Canada Goose continued executing against its key priorities: enhancing luxury retail execution, evolving the brand and product offering, and simplifying internal operations.
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