Store Guide: Kit and Ace, a cozy new clothing store on Queen West from the former designer for Lululemon

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.