King West in the summertime is in perpetual party mode, with patio-hoppers flooding the neighbourhood and local employees taking advantage of summer hours (or playing hooky). Come 5 p.m., workers transition almost immediately from crisp business attire to carefree outfits that can easily take them straight to the park (or nearest bar). Here, a collection of the coolest looks spotted near King and Spadina on a Thursday afternoon, from chic crop tops to torn-up denim.
27, Editor “I like having unique pieces made in places I travel to. My shirt was made in India and these shoes were made in Costa Rica. My necklace is from Easy Tiger on Dundas. I’m obsessed with their jewellery.”
26, Accountant “My brother bought this dress for me in Japan.”
19, Barista “I distressed these pants myself. I used a razor blade on the knee and pockets. I think they turned out okay.”
26, Account manager “I like to be casual with a bit of flare. I’m loving the off-the-shoulder look these days.”
22, Support worker “My style is a mix of street and retro. I love Adidas because I’m a big Stormzy fan.”
27, Executive assistant “My style is confused. I never know what to wear in the summer, so my outfits are always different. This skirt is from Value Village.”
33, Interior designer “I try to look polished every day because you never know who you’re going to run into.”
19, Student “My look consists mainly of throwback pieces from the ‘90s. Most of my outfits are thrifted.”
21, Bartender “There are actually 13 wolves on my shirt. Can you find them? The 13th is kinda sketchy.”
29, Office lead “I’m dressed like I’m going to a retro-chic summer picnic.”
26, Customer service rep “I like to go with the flow. This necklace was a birthday gift—from myself.”
27, Video producer “I have five friends whose style I try and emulate. Today I’m dressed like Madeline.”
33, Studio manager “My look is comfortable but still edgy—hopefully! That’s what I’m going for.”
26, Campaign manager “I wanted to wear something bright today. This dress is from Winners. I bought these Salt Water Sandals years ago and they’re still a summer staple.”
23, Ministry of Health employee “My style is functional and decently minimal. The necklace is from a Montreal designer.”
17, Clothing designer “I wear a bit of everything, but today is all vintage.”
38, Consultant “I have to be very formal at work, but I’d be much more comfortable in a tank and shorts in this weather.”
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