Store Guide: Kit and Ace, a cozy new clothing store on Queen West from the former designer for Lululemon
Store Guide: Kit and Ace, a cozy new clothing store on Queen West from the former designer for Lululemon
Name: Kit and Ace
Sells: Casualwear for men and women
Contact Info: 779 Queen St. W., kitandace.com
Hours: M-Sa 11-7, Su 11-6
Kit and Ace, the Vancouver-based clothing company launched in July by Shannon Wilson (the former head designer for Lululemon and current wife of the company’s founder Chip Wilson), has just opened its first Toronto store. Instead of form-fitting yoga pants, Wilson’s new shop is devoted to casually luxurious streetwear. Almost every item in the store—from oversized t-shirts to warm shawls—is made from qemir, a proprietary blend of cashmere, viscose and elastane (also referred to as “technical cashmere”) that’s extraordinarily soft but totally machine-washable. (Unsurprisingly, luxury lounge wear comes at a price—basic t-shirts start around $80.)
Despite global ambitions for the brand, which will soon be launching two new flagships in the States, pains have been taken to give the new Toronto shop a warm community feel. The space is decorated with graffiti canvases by local artist Justin Broadbent, and future plans include launching a series of after-hours supper clubs in the store.
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- The shop is located at 779 Queen West, near Euclid. The space used to house <b>Bikes on Wheels.</b>
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- The company wants to make the best t-shirts in the world. (We can't guarantee that they're the best, but they're certainly comfortable.) This is one of the classic men's styles. $84
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- The space is outfitted with sleek furniture from local design firm <strong>Hollis and Morris.</strong>
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- The brand currently sells a single style of pants. They're wide-legged with a pleat down the front. $148
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- We love the oversized football t-shirt for girls. $108
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- One of the brand's scarves for guys, dubbed the “handsome scarf.” $98
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- For girls, there's this lightweight cashmere number. $148
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- We could probably live in this versatile long-sleeved sweater. $108
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- Store employees created a guide to their favourite spots in the neighbourhood to hand out to shoppers.
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- Two colourful pieces from graffiti artist <strong>Justin Broadbent.</strong>
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- The changing area is bright and spacious, and there's a small courtyard out back that'll come in handy for events.
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- To truly embrace the West Coast lifestyle, you probably need a $60 scented candle.
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- Interestingly, specialty syrop is also on offer.
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- A cozy fringed shawl. $188
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- The hanging light fixtures are from Bloordale lighting and furniture makers <strong>Castor Design</strong>.
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- Even the hangers are stylish.
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- The store also sells ultra-cozy throw blankets. $498
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Name: Kit and Ace
Sells: Casualwear for men and women
Contact Info: 779 Queen St. W., kitandace.com
Hours: M-Sa 11-7, Su 11-6
Kit and Ace, the Vancouver-based clothing company launched in July by Shannon Wilson (the former head designer for Lululemon and current wife of the company's founder Chip Wilson), has just opened its first Toronto store. Instead of form-fitting yoga pants, Wilson's new shop is devoted to casually luxurious streetwear. Almost every item in the store—from oversized t-shirts to warm shawls—is made from qemir, a proprietary blend of cashmere, viscose and elastane (also referred to as “technical cashmere”) that's extraordinarily soft but totally machine-washable. (Unsurprisingly, luxury lounge wear comes at a price—basic t-shirts start around $80.)
Despite global ambitions for the brand, which will soon be launching two new flagships in the States, pains have been taken to give the new Toronto shop a warm community feel. The space is decorated with graffiti canvases by local artist Justin Broadbent, and future plans include launching a series of after-hours supper clubs in the store.
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If i bring a t shirt can you print something on it