Toronto’s Best Dressed: Ossington shop Tiger of Sweden’s co-owner Avi Raphael
The Ossington haberdasher spills his innermost style secrets

Tiger of Sweden co-owner Avi Raphael credits his aesthetic arc to Steven Slavin, his now-partner in clothing distributor Slavin Raphael. We asked him to reflect on his fine-tuned fashion sense.
I would define my look as…
Evolutionary. It changes every season—one of the many benefits of being in the fashion business.
My favourite childhood outfit was…
My superhero Underoos. On many mornings, the struggle between Superman and Batman was real.
I’d break the bank for…
A pair of shoes for my wife. It’s already happened on a few occasions, especially when they have red soles.
I’ll never wear…
Shorts and shoes with visible socks. I am now a dad but vow to never dress like one.
I never leave home without…
My daughter telling me I look good. She’s nine years old. She knows.
I’m seriously offended by…
People who say no to trying new things. “I can’t wear that” is my most-hated phrase.