Toronto shops where you can find a fabulous party dress

Whether its a summer wedding or a glam New Year's Eve bash, it seems like it's always party season in Toronto. While it might not be necessary to pick up a totally new outfit for every event, it sure is fun to have the option. These clothing boutiques can help make sure you look your best for a night out on the town.

Coal Miners Daughter

1
744 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1E9

With three locations in Toronto to choose from, and different merchandise in each shop, you won’t have any trouble finding a chic party dress here. Owners Janine Haller and Krysten Caddy make it their mission to stock 80 per cent Canadian labels in their stores, plus there are some groovy European labels as well.

Black Daffodil

2
3097 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6P 1Z9

This Dundas West store features ’40s-inspired glamour fashion from both local designers and international brands. You’ll find flirty, feminine dresses in a range of sizes that will help you stand out from the crowd.

Girl Friday

3
740 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1E9

This Queen West shop has been around for more than a decade, and has seen all kinds of celebrities dropping in for the occasional shopping spree. Store owner Rebecca Nixon stocks items at a variety of price points to suit all budgets, and also designs her own house brand of clothing.

Want Inc

4
1788 Avenue Rd, North York, ON M5M 3Z1

This swank Avenue Road shop has loads of different designer labels sitting pretty on its racks. Whether it’s a fun little party dress or something for a more formal event, chances are, you’ll find it here, with the help of the wonderful staff.

Champagne & Cupcakes

5
690 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1E7

Located on West Queen West, this adorable shop features an in-house label that offers custom options and also limits the number of pieces created with each design, making the dress you purchase that much more unique. On top of that, they offer hand-picked pieces from LA and Korea that are more price-conscious. Something for everyone!

Fresh Collective

6
274 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L9

With several locations in Toronto, Fresh Collective is all about providing local designers a place to sell their wares and grow artistically. Quality is emphasized and stylists in each shop work closely with customers to develop personal style or enhance it. The staff will definitely help you find the right piece you’re looking for, for the right event.

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