The Find: the best end-of-season deals on designer clothes
The Find: the best end-of-season deals on designer clothes
By Frances McInnis |
By Frances McInnis |
If you have the patience to sift through jumbled clearance racks, late summer offers the kind of deals that prompt victory dances at the cash register. If you lack the necessary doggedness, however, don’t worry—we’ve done the legwork for you. Here, a roundup of the very best bargains from across the city.
See all the deals »

- 226193
- Smooth and textured leather add subtle style to these English-made <strong>Olivier Spencer</strong> shoes. $200, on sale from $495.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.uncleotis.com/?proId=44407&gid=7422&pstart=1&sortBy=&_UserReference=D6E52E0EC0BBF3EF52013479">uncleotis.com</a> »
- The Best Men’s Derbies
- The Best Men’s Derbies
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes.jpg
- 500
- 500
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes/
- summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes
- 0
- 0

- 226194
- These <strong>YMC</strong> shorts are both preppy (crisp stripes and a button fly) and extremely comfy (elasticated waist). $50, on sale from $120. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.uncleotis.com/?proId=44447&gid=7422&pstart=1&sortBy=&_UserReference=D6E52E0EC0BBF3EF52013479">uncleotis.com</a> »
- The Most Comfortable Shorts
- The Most Comfortable Shorts
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis.jpg
- 500
- 500
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-uncle-otis/
- summer-sale-uncle-otis
- 0
- 0

- 226189
- Backpacks take a lot of abuse. Sale season is a good chance to buy one that will last forever. Our pick: a <strong>French Trotters</strong> cotton canvas version with vegetable tanned leather straps. $199, on sale from $415.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://jonathanandolivia.com/BIVOUAC-RUCKSACK-27314-P.html">jonathanandolivia.com</a> »
- The Indestructible Rucksack
- The Indestructible Rucksack
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia/
- summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia
- 0
- 0

- 226191
- This wool suit by <strong>Mr. Start</strong> checks all the right boxes: narrow lapels, a slim fit, double rear vents and the perfect shade of grey. $548, on sale from $1,095. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://store.nomadshop.net/collections/mr-start/products/start-rivgrey">nomad.net</a> »
- The Best Contemporary Suit
- The Best Contemporary Suit
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-nomad-suit-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-nomad-suit.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-nomad-suit.jpg
- 500
- 624
- {"copyright":"2012 All rights reserved."}
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-nomad-suit/
- summer-sale-nomad-suit
- 0
- 0

- 226185
- French label <strong>A.P.C.</strong> is known for a minimalist aesthetic and for high-quality construction. You’ll wear a simple button-down like this one for years. $125, on sale from $245. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.gravitypope.com/clothing/product/5255-apc-coabi-h12051-">gravitypope.com</a> »
- The Best Button-Down Shirt
- The Best Button-Down Shirt
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-APC-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-APC.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-APC.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-apc/
- summer-sale-apc
- 0
- 0

- 226190
- It’s hard to say no to a<strong> Lanvin</strong> epaulette sweater at 50 per cent off. So don’t. $387, on sale from $775. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/men/lanvin-epaulette-sweater-item-10347566.aspx?storeid=9308">farfetch.com</a> »
- The Must-Have Layering Piece for Men
- The Must-Have Layering Piece for Men
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-lanvin-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-lanvin.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-lanvin.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-lanvin/
- summer-sale-lanvin
- 0
- 0

- 226183
- The perfect retro bandeau bikini by <strong>Alexander Wang.</strong> $200, on sale from $395.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.gravitypope.com/clothing/product/3849-alexander-wang-104011s12-104011">gravitypope.com</a> »
- The Best Excuse for a Tropical Vacation
- The Best Excuse for a Tropical Vacation
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit/
- summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit
- 0
- 0

- 226188
- Next year’s wedding season staple: an elegant floral jacquard dress by Toronto-based <strong>Comrags.</strong> $185, on sale from $370. <br /><br />Available through <a href="https://comrags.myshopify.com/collections/sale/products/floral-jacquard-karen-dress">comrags.com</a> »
- The Best Ladylike Dress
- The Best Ladylike Dress
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-comrags-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-comrags.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-comrags.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-comrags/
- summer-sale-comrags
- 0
- 0

- 226184
- Shelling out $550 for summer sandals is hard to justify. Come August, however, a gorgeous pair of cuffed <strong>Alexander Wangs</strong> are suddenly within reach. $250, on sale from $550. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://jonathanandolivia.com/ALEK-ANKLE-CUFF-PRINT-SANDAL.html">jonathanandolivia.com</a> »
- The Best Flat Sandals
- The Best Flat Sandals
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-alexander-wang/
- summer-sale-alexander-wang
- 0
- 0

- 226186
- Gravity Pope’s deep markdowns are legendary (we’ve seen Hussein Chalayan and Kitsuné at 70 per cent off). This season, we like this <strong>Cacharel</strong> skirt. It’ll look cute with tights and a sweater when the weather cools. $160, on sale from $395. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.gravitypope.com/clothing/product/3973-cacharel-a0107-8449-">gravitypope.com</a> »
- The Skirt You’ll Wear All Winter
- The Skirt You’ll Wear All Winter
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-cacharel-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-cacharel.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-cacharel.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-cacharel/
- summer-sale-cacharel
- 0
- 0

- 226187
- Toronto label <strong>Beaufille</strong> (previously Chloé Comme Parris) is known for cool-girl clothes with a bohemian rocker edge. Case in point: this French terry jersey dress with an asymmetrical cut-out. $75, on sale from $285. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://shop.chloecommeparris.ca/product/cut-dress">chloecommeparris.ca</a> »
- The Best Night-Out Dress
- The Best Night-Out Dress
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-ccp-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-ccp.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-ccp.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-ccp/
- summer-sale-ccp
- 0
- 0

- 226192
- The black tuxedo stripe running down the side makes these patterned skinnies by <strong>7 For All Mankind</strong> a super flattering look that will work for fall. Best of all, they’re a whopping 70 per cent off. $78, on sale from $260.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.eluxe.ca/en/7-for-all-mankind-the-skinny-in-etched-floral.html">eluxe.ca</a> »
- The Best Skinny Jeans
- The Best Skinny Jeans
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-sevens-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-sevens.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-sevens.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-sevens/
- summer-sale-sevens
- 0
- 0
- 226193
- Smooth and textured leather add subtle style to these English-made <strong>Olivier Spencer</strong> shoes. $200, on sale from $495.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.uncleotis.com/?proId=44407&gid=7422&pstart=1&sortBy=&_UserReference=D6E52E0EC0BBF3EF52013479">uncleotis.com</a> »
- The Best Men’s Derbies
- The Best Men’s Derbies
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes.jpg
- 500
- 500
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes/
- summer-sale-uncle-otis-shoes
- 0
- 0
- 226194
- These <strong>YMC</strong> shorts are both preppy (crisp stripes and a button fly) and extremely comfy (elasticated waist). $50, on sale from $120. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.uncleotis.com/?proId=44447&gid=7422&pstart=1&sortBy=&_UserReference=D6E52E0EC0BBF3EF52013479">uncleotis.com</a> »
- The Most Comfortable Shorts
- The Most Comfortable Shorts
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-uncle-otis.jpg
- 500
- 500
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-uncle-otis/
- summer-sale-uncle-otis
- 0
- 0
- 226189
- Backpacks take a lot of abuse. Sale season is a good chance to buy one that will last forever. Our pick: a <strong>French Trotters</strong> cotton canvas version with vegetable tanned leather straps. $199, on sale from $415.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://jonathanandolivia.com/BIVOUAC-RUCKSACK-27314-P.html">jonathanandolivia.com</a> »
- The Indestructible Rucksack
- The Indestructible Rucksack
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia/
- summer-sale-jonathan-and-olivia
- 0
- 0
- 226191
- This wool suit by <strong>Mr. Start</strong> checks all the right boxes: narrow lapels, a slim fit, double rear vents and the perfect shade of grey. $548, on sale from $1,095. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://store.nomadshop.net/collections/mr-start/products/start-rivgrey">nomad.net</a> »
- The Best Contemporary Suit
- The Best Contemporary Suit
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-nomad-suit-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-nomad-suit.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-nomad-suit.jpg
- 500
- 624
- {"copyright":"2012 All rights reserved."}
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-nomad-suit/
- summer-sale-nomad-suit
- 0
- 0
- 226185
- French label <strong>A.P.C.</strong> is known for a minimalist aesthetic and for high-quality construction. You’ll wear a simple button-down like this one for years. $125, on sale from $245. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.gravitypope.com/clothing/product/5255-apc-coabi-h12051-">gravitypope.com</a> »
- The Best Button-Down Shirt
- The Best Button-Down Shirt
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-APC-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-APC.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-APC.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-apc/
- summer-sale-apc
- 0
- 0
- 226190
- It’s hard to say no to a<strong> Lanvin</strong> epaulette sweater at 50 per cent off. So don’t. $387, on sale from $775. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/men/lanvin-epaulette-sweater-item-10347566.aspx?storeid=9308">farfetch.com</a> »
- The Must-Have Layering Piece for Men
- The Must-Have Layering Piece for Men
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-lanvin-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-lanvin.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-lanvin.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-lanvin/
- summer-sale-lanvin
- 0
- 0
- 226183
- The perfect retro bandeau bikini by <strong>Alexander Wang.</strong> $200, on sale from $395.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.gravitypope.com/clothing/product/3849-alexander-wang-104011s12-104011">gravitypope.com</a> »
- The Best Excuse for a Tropical Vacation
- The Best Excuse for a Tropical Vacation
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit/
- summer-sale-alexander-wang-swimsuit
- 0
- 0
- 226188
- Next year’s wedding season staple: an elegant floral jacquard dress by Toronto-based <strong>Comrags.</strong> $185, on sale from $370. <br /><br />Available through <a href="https://comrags.myshopify.com/collections/sale/products/floral-jacquard-karen-dress">comrags.com</a> »
- The Best Ladylike Dress
- The Best Ladylike Dress
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-comrags-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-comrags.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-comrags.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-comrags/
- summer-sale-comrags
- 0
- 0
- 226184
- Shelling out $550 for summer sandals is hard to justify. Come August, however, a gorgeous pair of cuffed <strong>Alexander Wangs</strong> are suddenly within reach. $250, on sale from $550. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://jonathanandolivia.com/ALEK-ANKLE-CUFF-PRINT-SANDAL.html">jonathanandolivia.com</a> »
- The Best Flat Sandals
- The Best Flat Sandals
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-alexander-wang.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-alexander-wang/
- summer-sale-alexander-wang
- 0
- 0
- 226186
- Gravity Pope’s deep markdowns are legendary (we’ve seen Hussein Chalayan and Kitsuné at 70 per cent off). This season, we like this <strong>Cacharel</strong> skirt. It’ll look cute with tights and a sweater when the weather cools. $160, on sale from $395. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.gravitypope.com/clothing/product/3973-cacharel-a0107-8449-">gravitypope.com</a> »
- The Skirt You’ll Wear All Winter
- The Skirt You’ll Wear All Winter
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-cacharel-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-cacharel.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-cacharel.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-cacharel/
- summer-sale-cacharel
- 0
- 0
- 226187
- Toronto label <strong>Beaufille</strong> (previously Chloé Comme Parris) is known for cool-girl clothes with a bohemian rocker edge. Case in point: this French terry jersey dress with an asymmetrical cut-out. $75, on sale from $285. <br /><br />Available through <a href="http://shop.chloecommeparris.ca/product/cut-dress">chloecommeparris.ca</a> »
- The Best Night-Out Dress
- The Best Night-Out Dress
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-ccp-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-ccp.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-ccp.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-ccp/
- summer-sale-ccp
- 0
- 0
- 226192
- The black tuxedo stripe running down the side makes these patterned skinnies by <strong>7 For All Mankind</strong> a super flattering look that will work for fall. Best of all, they’re a whopping 70 per cent off. $78, on sale from $260.<br /><br />Available through <a href="http://www.eluxe.ca/en/7-for-all-mankind-the-skinny-in-etched-floral.html">eluxe.ca</a> »
- The Best Skinny Jeans
- The Best Skinny Jeans
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-sevens-96x96.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-sevens.jpg
- https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/summer-sale-sevens.jpg
- 500
- 624
- []
- https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-summer-sales/slide/summer-sale-sevens/
- summer-sale-sevens
- 0
- 0