March 31st, 2009

Top 5: Toronto Spring Fashion Must-Haves

We asked five fashionable ladies behind some of the best boutiques in town what one item takes top spot in their spring wardrobe. Herewith, their picks:

Anat Markovna, UPC, 128 ½ Cumberland St., Toronto, 416-929-9209, www.upcboutique.com
“First and foremost, a Mary Meyer Drop Crotch jersey jumpsuit ($294)-very fashionable and comfortable. The other would be a plum plaid linen blazer by Sonia Rykiel with Gold Buttons ($709, pictured). It's easy and versatile.”

Kasha Bilobram, Fawn Boutique, 967 Queen St. W., Toronto, 647-344-4703, www.fawnboutique.ca
“My favourite item for spring is the Tankus asymmetrical drape vest with side pockets in black ($165). It’s great because you can literally throw it over anything and it looks fabulous.”

Daniela Bosco, Chasse Gardée, 1084 Queen St. W., Toronto, 416-901-9613. “The perfect spring/summer would include a Rick Owens washed leather jacket ($1,775), Swedish Hasbeens clogs in cognac ($215, pictured), a Victoria classic Bedstemor cykler and endless Mimosas and sunshine.”

Amalie Brun, Finn Boutique, 1 Yorkville Ave., Toronto, 416-961-0101, www.finnboutique.com
“My number one item for spring is Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair's elegantly-slouchy ‘Baggy Trouser’ ($350). The only problem is that I'm having a hard time deciding, beige or black?”

Jaclyn Genovese, Jacflash, 1036 Queen St. W., Toronto, 416-516-8766, www.jacflash.net
“This fabulous trench ($725) by Operations.  It’s lightweight, comfortable and is the perfect finishing touch to any outfit.”