It’s a new year, and we Torontonians finds ourselves sheltering indoors once again as we ride out the Omicron variant and consequent government restrictions. Since we’re all at home and living on the internet anyway, now is a great time to absorb style inspiration in preparation of yet another return to the streets.
Here are 14 cool locals sharing their unique outfits on Instagram that will have you re-inspired to get dressed.
Elise (@retsiortesile)
Elisa is a vintage curator with @secondcousinv on Instagram and a fashion designer at Retsiort Esile. On the Retsiort Esile website, Elise describes her brand as “clothing that celebrates the nuances of modern femininity. Soft, sultry shapes are grounded by functional uniform pieces that emphasize the female form.”
How do you describe your personal style? “Early 2000s Italian Man.”
Emma (@macarthuremma) and Luke (@lukevanny)
Emma and Luke are partners and co-creators of clothing line and vintage outlet Apple Bab Shop in Toronto. The brand features handmade clothes with funky and fun prints, trends reflected in the couple’s personal style.
Summer (@baby___bria)
Summer is the owner of vintage store @clothofthecurb on Instagram.
How do you describe your personal style? “I would describe my personal style as enigmatic or beyond classification; its quite difficult to pinpoint. I don’t really set any boundaries for myself or stick to anything in particular. I love vibrant colours but I also love earth tones. I like mixing patterns and eras within a single outfit. Anything that makes me feel like myself or brings me confidence, because that is really the key to any outfit.”
Andy (@lanklooks)
Andy is a vintage reseller whose current seller’s profile on Vestiare Collective includes a Pucci top, Chloé mini dress and a Moschino skirt. Follow Andy for elegant silhouettes, vintage designer styles and outfits that are sure to inspire you to push yourself out of your comfort zone.
Rebecca (@rebeccaramsdale)
Rebecca is a blogger and owns private nail studio @rebeccaramsdale on Instagram. Pictured with partner Pat (@chilligansisland) above, Rebecca writes on her Instagram that she has always been inspired by men’s clothing and outfitting. Her outfits also depend on her mood.
Angie (@bby_aj)
Angie is a part-time stylist and registered nurse, and her Instagram fit pictures are always sure to inspire, from avant-garde, impeccably styled photoshoots to casual selfies.
Dorian (@dorianwho)
Dorian is the founder, creative director and designer behind the Dorian Who clothing brand, which boasts a line of slow-made, “seasonless avant-garde streetwear” that is based in Toronto.
Jackie (@goodgyaljj)
Jackie is a photographer and director who has worked on art and photography for Bully Magazine, Toronto brand Mary Young and more.
How do you describe your style? “I’d say vintage/athleisure.”
Ingrid (@unhappy_rabbit_)
Ingrid is the visual merchandiser for Black Market Vintage.
How do you describe your personal style? “That’s a tough one. I would say I just wear things that make me happy while majorly sticking to vintage and secondhand items. I take inspo from things like my friends, other fashionable people I follow, vintage magazines and designer shows.”
Yoshabel (@itsyoshabel)
Yoshabel is a freelance stylist and owner of Depop shop @bellacovello.
How do you describe your personal style? “Grunge meets cyber punk. I love playing with dark elements, shapes and textures. My style is a reflection of my personality.”
Sashagi (@flawsofcouture)
Sashagi had a huge year with her size-inclusive brand, Flaws of Couture. Her design for the SHEIN X competition won over 30 other designers on a show that included Christian Siriano as a mentor, earning her $100,000 and a full fall/winter collection she released with SHEIN. Her Instagram is devoted to her brand along with bright and stylish outfit pics.
Tallulah (@tallucutelewks)
Tallulah is a creative director, stylist and fashion communications student.
How do you describe your personal style? “I would say my taste channels playfulness and femininity; I’m inspired by femininity in minimalism and the playfulness in maximalism. A minimalist maximalist. In the last few years I’ve curated my closet to be sustainable, local or secondhand.”
Kate (@readwritethrift)
Kate has amassed over 20,000 followers on Instagram for her thrifted fashion and style content, including a Depop store where she resells clothes from her own closet with almost 4,000 followers. Her outfits are always colourful and layered to perfection.
Biba (@rightmood)
Biba is an artist, model and stylist who works between Toronto and Montreal. Biba has already worked with some big names, including styling for Rupi Kaur and SSENSE.