No matter what the trends dictate, fall is always a time for the classics: a tailored coat, a turtleneck sweater, stylish booties, an everyday bag.
What’s nice about opting for sophisticated investment pieces for fall is that they can last season after season and still look fresh and pair well with the latest trends. Main Street’s boutiques carry quality clothes that will endure throughout the season and beyond. Here are some stylish Mount Pleasant fall finds that will be cozy favourites for more than just a single season.
Neuw Splits Turtleneck at Still Life For Him & For Her, 2315 Main, $110
This ribbed turtleneck is the ultimate fall comfort piece that can be paired with jeans or a skirt, adding an effortless chic vibe to a fall look.
Clara loafers by Grenson, available at Umeboshi Shoes, 3638 Main, $440
Grenson, an English heritage brand that has been making shoes since 1874, merges edgy fashion with a classic staple for a fall statement shoe that will add the right hit of style. For a thriftier version, check out the black Miista Juliette tasseled loafer at Still Life For Him & For Her, which cost $198.
The Stowe’s Frances backpack at Umeboshi Shoes, 3638 Main, $315
The Stowe’s line of handmade bags is the darling of hip boutiques (including Chinatown’s Charlie & Lee). It’s no surprise the line – which started in Vancouver, but is now based in Montreal – has become such a success by filling a void in the market for cool understated handbags. The Stowe handbags are also available in Mount Pleasant at Nouvelle Nouvelle, 208 East 12th at Main Street.
Brixton Tiller hat at Still Life For Him and For Her, 2315 Main, $80
This wide soft brim round top felt hat with a leather strap adds some free-spirit chic to a fall look.
Todd scarf by Wood Wood at Nouvelle Nouvelle, 208 East 12th at Main, $108
Made in Italy from 100 per cent virgin wool, this stunner scarf – available in other colours, including black and grey – will keep the wind out and the warmth in, and look gorgeous doing it.
Filippa K booties in cognac, Eugene Choo, 3697 Main, $495
These stunners from Filippa K, a revered Scandinavian brand known for simplicity and quality, are the kind of boots that make an outfit and move effortless from day to night.
Minimum Sebina wool-blend trench coat at Still Life For Him and For Her, 2315 Main, $260
This double-breasted, belted trench offers sophistication at a reasonable price. Minimum is a Danish fashion line that is also available up Main at longtime Mount Pleasant staple Eugene Choo.
