Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris, the chic footwear label that lets you switch heels
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Name: Tanya Heath Paris
Sells: Women’s footwear and interchangeable heels
Contact info: 7-138 Cumberland St. , 416-962-7366, tanyaheathcanada.com
Hours: M-W 11-6, Th-Fr 11-7, Sa 11-5, Su 12-5
Canadian expat Tanya Heath has brought her eponymous footwear label to Yorkville, two years after launching her first boutique in Paris. When Heath realized she was spending her days wearing shoes that didn’t jive with her busy lifestyle, the designer (along with a team of fourteen engineers) spent four years developing a line of stylish shoes with removable, interchangeable heels. Now, women can purchase a single pair of quality leather shoes, and, depending on the occasion, pair them with either a comfortable low heel, a chunky mid-height heel or a tall stiletto (heights range from 4.5 to 8.5 centimetres).
The lineup changes seasonally, but the boutique currently carries simple pumps, fall-appropriate booties and knee-high boots—most of which come in neutral shades like black, tan and burgundy. (The heels, however, are much funkier, and include bright hues and graphic patterns.) Shoes range in price from $600 to $1,000 (not including a heel). This may seem steep, but when you can effectively get a whole new look just by buying another set of heels (which start at $45), the proposition becomes much more appealing. All heels are handcrafted at the brand’s atelier in Paris, and styles are constantly being refreshed.
295248 The boutique sits on the quaint Old York Lane in Yorkville, next to other upscale boutiques like <strong>Augustina</strong>. (Image: Kayla Rocca) Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-03-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-03.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-03.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-03/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-03 0 0
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295249 Apparently, the average shopper purchases three sets of heels with each shoe. Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-04-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-04.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-04.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-04/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-04 0 0
295247 Designer <b>Tanya Heath</b> names each style of heel after a man who's influenced the brand (conversely, each shoe is named after a woman in Heath's life). This stiletto is called François. $60-$85 Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-02-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-02.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-02.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-02/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-02 0 0
295256 Heath encourages shoppers to be creative with shoe and heel combinations. That said, we love the contrast between this simple black bootie ($700) and stark white heel ($55). Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-12-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-12.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-12.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-12/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-12 0 0
295253 Part of the designing challenge was to create shoes that would look equally stylish with all kinds (and heights) of heels. Health opted for simple, timeless shapes. Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-09-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-09.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-09.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-09/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-09 0 0
295246 Heels line the shelves like lipsticks in a drugstore. Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-01-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-01.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-01.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-01/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-01 0 0
295254 This buckled bootie ($750) paired with a graphic heel ($100) is a bold look. Sub in a low black heel for a more casual look. Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-10-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-10.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-10.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-10/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-10 0 0
295251 Heel heights range from 4.5-8.5 centimetres and can be easily swapped out with the click of a button. Here's a selection of low kitten heels. $60-$85 Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-07-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-07.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-07.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-07/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-07 0 0
295258 This classic white-and-black brogue ($700) looks ultra-chic when paired with a python heel ($55). Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-14-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-14.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-14.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-14/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-14 0 0
295252 The store prides itself on the comfort of each shoe, and takes fit very seriously. (If you're only going to be wearing one shoe and swapping out heels, comfort is key.) Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-08-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-08.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-08.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-08/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-08 0 0
295255 For winter, these stretchy knee-high boots ($700) can be worn all day with this low metallic heel ($70). Come nightfall, simply swap in a pair of stiletto heels for an instant style upgrade. Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-11-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-11.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-11.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-11/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-11 0 0
295250 The edgiest heel on offer is this spiked stiletto. $70-$100 Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-06-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-06.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-06.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-06/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-06 0 0
295257 The gold piping at the bottom of each shoe is Heath's signature design detail. Store Guide: Tanya Heath Paris https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-13-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-13.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-13.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/store-guide-tanya-heath-paris/slide/tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-13/ tanya-heath-paris-toronto-store-guide-13 0 0
Anyone else remember this from Dragon’s Den?