New York City: the concrete jungle where fashion dreams are made. Though Torontonians are no slouches when it comes to style, New Yorkers tend to be a step or two ahead of us when it comes to the trend-setting curve. With this week’s sales roundup, we tell you what’s hot in Manhattan this summer and where you can get your hands on some cool New York-flavoured swag just in time for the long weekend.
Uptown Girl
A boldly printed dress is a must-have for the trendy Manhattan woman this summer. Transition seamlessly from day to play with this zig zag frock from Anthropologie, on sale for $90.
80 Yorkville Avenue, 416-964-9700
The Girl From New York City
A pair of graphic harem pants is the epitome of boho chic, a style born from the city’s infamous struggling artists in Greenwich Village. Get this cool pair from Forever 21 for $20.
302 Yonge Street, 416-260-9019
Bright Lights
In New York, jewellery isn’t anything if it ain’t got that bling. New Yorkers like their accessories to make a statement, and the more gold there is and chunkier it is, the better. We like this Cha Cha necklace from Foxy Originals, on sale for $22.40.
Risque Clothing, 404 Bloor Street West, 416-960-3325
Manhattan Heat
Sporting a straw fedora to beat the heat is all the rage in New York. Get yours at Urban Outfitters for only $25.
481 Queen Street, 416-203-8633
Sidewalks of New York
The walking shoe of choice for most New Yorkers are brightly-hued fabric shoes. We like this pair from Aldo, on sale for $30.
220 Yonge Street, 416-593-9146