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Aurora’s Picks:

1. Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray (Available at Sephora): “My go to setting spray for when I need my makeup to last all night long. This has been in my setting spray for years and somehow, I still go back to it. A tried and true for sure!”
2. Lush Cup O’Coffee Face and Body Mask (Available at Lush): “This face mask gives me the deep clean I need, especially after wearing tons of makeup while in drag. While being gentle on the skin, this mask leaves my skin feeling super soft and refreshed.”
3. NYX Professional Makeup Fat Oil Slick Click Shiny Lip Balm (Available at Shoppers Drug Mart): “The NYX Fat Oils now come in a cute and easy stick click formula. It is such an easy 2 birds 1 stone product, a hydrating lip balm that also leaves my lips juicy and shimmery for the day.”

Urban Decay at Sephora

Lush

NYX at Shoppers Drug Mart

Erika’s Picks:

1. UNIQLO Ribbed Cropped Tank Top (Available at Uniqlo): “A comfy staple that works with any summer look.”
2. Dr. Martens Voss Flower Women (Available at Browns Shoes): “A mix of edgy, adorable and easy to wear. Perfect for going from summer days to summer nights.”

UNIQLO

Dr. Martens at Browns Shoes

Miss Moço’s Picks

1. Youth To the People Superfood Air-Whip Lightweight Face Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid (Available at Sephora): “Keeps my face feeling hydrated after removing heavy longwear makeup.
2. Saie Glossybounce™ High-Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss Oil (Available at Sephora): “I am just absolutely obsessed with it!”
3. Cheekbone Beauty Unify Multi Pencil (Available at Sephora): “My go-to for precision contouring”

Youth to the People at Sephora

Saie at Sephora

Cheekbone Beauty at Sephora

Marissa’s Picks:

1. UNIQLO AIRism (Available at Uniqlo): “My favourite apparel is literally everything AIRism at UNIQLO. I exclusively wear their gear under my shirts to keep me cool in the kitchen.”

UNIQLO

UNIQLO

Miss Fiercalicious’ Pick:

1. MAC Studio Tech Foundation (Available at MAC Cosmetics): “My go-to product for makeup. The application is creamy and smooth against my skin, but dries and leaves a powder finish. It’s very resistant during my drag performances. The coverage is medium and buildable, which makes it great for everyday wear or when I need full coverage when I’m in drag.”

MAC Cosmetics

Small Gestures, Big Heart

Little Valentine’s surprises can mean a lot. These affordable, easy gift ideas are perfect for friends, classmates, coworkers, and family members.

Finding simple, meaningful gifts is quick and easy at Upper Canada.

Lovisa | Earrings

Pandora | Heart charm

H&M | Reed diffuser

Sephora | Lip trio

Lindt | Chocolates

Trend-Setter Picks

Shopping for someone who loves the latest looks and must-have brands? These stylish gift ideas are sure to impress.

These picks feel fresh, fashionable, and perfectly on point for the season at Upper Canada.

Sephora | Lip serum duo

Michael Hill | Ring

Aldo | Handbag

La Vie En Rose | Sleep shorts

Aritzia | Slip dress

Feel-Good Favourites

Valentine’s Day is also a chance to slow down and enjoy a little self-care. These gifts are all about comfort, relaxation, and everyday indulgence.

Show you care with gifts that encourage rest, comfort, and a little extra love at Upper Canada.

Sephora | Eye masks

Lululemon | Joggers

Saje | Diffuser

Bath & Body Works | Body wash

H&M | Slippers

Valentine’s Gifts for the Whole Family

Valentine’s Day is not just for couples. It is also a fun chance to celebrate kids, parents, grandparents, and friends. At Upper Canada, you will find easy, thoughtful ideas that help everyone feel a little extra love.

From sweet treats to playful surprises, there are plenty of simple ways to make February 14 feel special for the whole family at Upper Canada.

Sephora | Fragrance sampler

Aritzia | Hoodie

Aldo | Bag charm

Danish Pastry House | Cookies

Gap | Baby sleeper

Make It Personal with a Gift Card

Not sure what to choose? An Upper Canada Gift Card lets them pick exactly what they love.

Perfect for fashion, beauty, dining, and more, it is a simple and thoughtful way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

One gift card. Every brand they love.

Available at Guest Experience or buy online at UpperCanadaMall.com.

Sustainable Fashion Brands

When it comes to eco-friendly clothing, consider shopping for brands that use sustainable materials such as organic cotton, recycled polyester and natural fibres like linen and bamboo. These materials are better for the environment and often have a lower carbon footprint than sustainable materials (plus, they feel like a cloud on your skin!). Additionally, look for brands that use as few natural resources as possible throughout their products’ life cycle, as well as companies that support ethical labour practices.

Canadian brand Matt and Nat (available at Hudson’s Bay) produces high-quality, timeless products made from different recycled materials such as nylons, cardboard, rubber, cork and windshield resins. Additionally, their linings are made solely of 100% recycled plastic bottles. Sustainable activewear brand Girlfriend Collective (available at Hudson’s Bay) is another pick you can feel good about, thanks to its ethically-made activewear with recycled materials in sizes XXS-6XL. Finally, American Eagle’s Real Good collection not only uses sustainably produced and sourced materials, but also has reduced the amount of water used per pair of jeans by 14%.

Matt and Nat

Real Good Collection

Clean Beauty

If you’re wanting to incorporate sustainability practices into your beauty routine, there are a few things to look out for. You’ll want to find brands that use sustainable beauty ingredients (that is, those formulated without harmful ingredients) and sustainable packaging that has as little waste as possible (think: reusable glass jars and compostable cardboard). And just like we mentioned, look for companies that take steps to lower their impact throughout their entire supply chain and that create products with the well-being of animals, people and the planet in mind.

A great place to start is by checking out Sephora’s “Clean at Sephora” program which features products that are free from over 50 harmful ingredients, including sulfates, parabens and phthalates. Our top picks include Biossance, Tata Harper and Rose Inc.

Other sustainable beauty brands we love include L’Occitane en Provence, The Body Shop and Lush.

Rose Inc.

Biossance

Recycle and Repurpose

Another way to incorporate more sustainability practices into your everyday life is to recycle and repurpose items you already own.

Sephora, The Body Shop, Lush and MAC Cosmetics have beauty recycling programs which allow you to recycle beauty items such as compacts, lipsticks and concealer, foundation and mascara tubes. From there, the items are sorted, separated and used to create new products. Additionally, H&M has a Garment Collecting program that collects any brand’s unwanted clothes or textiles in any condition (bonus: you receive a thank-you voucher to use towards your next purchase).

MAC Cosmetics

The Body Shop

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Upper Canada Mall is committed to sustainability and was proudly certified Gold in sustainable buildings certification in the most recent BOMBA Best awards. To ensure this certification, we fully renovated our interior lighting to retrofit LED and our washrooms to include energy-efficient lighting, installed EV charging stations, increased our annual waste diversion, improved waste sorting facilities and introduced Green Matters, an annual tenant green recognition program.

To learn more about sustainability at Upper Canada Mall, click here.

By supporting these brands and others like them, we can make a positive impact on the planet while still enjoying the latest fashion and beauty trends. This Earth Month and beyond, let’s make a conscious effort to shop sustainably and support brands that are working towards a greener future. For our top sustainable style picks, click here.

Rachel Spencer Wong, content creator

If you’re a fashion girlie with a love for thrifting and DIY projects, you probably know Rachel Spencer Wong (aka @rachspeed). The Toronto-based content creator (who created the genius and now-viral “333 outfit challenge”) has built a loyal following for her fun, aspirational and yet still approachable take on fashion and styling.

Rachel’s favourite memories of Lunar New Year include spending quality time with her family.

“Every year I celebrate Lunar New Year with my immediate family – as well as my grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins. Now that we’re all grown up, my cousins have their own families and children that we’re also able to share these traditions with,” she says.

One tradition Rachel is looking forward to this year is giving out red envelopes, now that she is married.

“This [year] is my first LNY married, which means traditionally it’s now our turn to give hong bao (lucky red envelopes) to our younger relatives!”

(Photo: Dylan Yang)

Rachel’s Lunar New Year Picks:

1. Nudestix Nudies Glow Cream Highlighter Stick in Hey Honey (Available at Sephora)): “My fave gold highlighter!”
2. ‘Dim Sum Palace’ by X. Fang (Available at Coles): “I purchased this book for my cousin’s children during the holidays – in my childhood my cousins and I used to go to dim sum every week! Thought this would be a very special gift.”
3. Aesop Resurrection Duet (Available at Hudson’s Bay): “It’s tradition to clean house in anticipation of LNY – and I love any reason to stock up on my favourite luxury hand soap.”

Shop Nudestix | Shop Aesop

Nudestix at Sephora

Coles

Aesop at Hudson’s Bay

Mai Nguyen, author, ‘Sunshine Nails’

Mai Nguyen is the author of Sunshine Nails, a tender and humorous story about a Vietnamese Canadian family in Toronto who will do whatever it takes to protect their no-frills nail salon after a new high-end salon opens up closeby. The book’s complex characters showcase the diversity of immigrant experiences and community resilience.

Mai, who is also a National Magazine Award-nominated journalist and copywriter, was born in Winnipeg, raised in Halifax, and is now based in Toronto. She has fond memories from childhood of celebrating Lunar New Year (or tết) with her family.

“Growing up, my Vietnamese parents would buy these massive trays of dried, candied fruits every year. Ginger, tamarind, wintermelon, you name it. My favourites were the colourful coconut ribbons called Mứt Dừa. I could eat a whole batch of those!” she says.

This year marks her first Lunar New Year with her daughter, and Mai is looking forward to passing on traditions to mark this special occasion.

“I’m looking forward to dressing her up in red and giving her her first red envelope. I also can’t wait to eat this sticky rice cake called Bánh chưng made with glutinous rice, mung beans and pork. It’s best when it’s pan-fried so that it’s nice and crispy on the edges,” she says.

(Photo: Lucy Doan)

Mai’s Lunar New Year Picks:

1. ‘Lunar Love’ by Lauren Kung Jessen (Available at Coles)
2. Jellycat Bashful Dragon Plus Toy (Shop at Coles)
3. Dr. Martens Adrian Year of the Dragon Hair-On Tassel Loafers

Shop toys | Shop Dr. Martens

Coles

Jellycat at Coles

Dr. Martens at Browns Shoes

Deborah Lau-Yu, editor-in-chief of Fête Chinoise and creative director of Palettera Inc.

Deborah Lau-Yu is the queen of Lunar New Year celebrations. The editor-in-chief of Fête Chinoise magazine and creative director of Palettera Inc. is the woman behind the Fête Chinoise Signature Lunar New Year gala, an annual black-tie event held in Toronto (and also in Vancouver this year) that celebrates Chinese culture in the Canadian community.

As a designer and creative director, one of Deborah’s favourite Lunar New Year traditions is collecting lucky red envelopes.

“These ‘lucky money pockets’ as I used to call them growing up are fascinating to me…I was obsessed with the design on the red pockets I would receive as a child. I had an affinity toward the very traditional ones because I felt a connection with my grandmother who taught me almost everything I know about my heritage when I was growing up. From the imagery to the words on each pocket, I learned a lot through the symbolism which factors into my understanding and depth of appreciation of Chinese culture today,” she explains.

Another favourite tradition of Deborah’s is feasting. “The feast with the family came with the festivities every year and is something I miss since a lot of my family is no longer around. I tried to capture this sentiment and love for food and culture in our Fête Chinoise tea towel, titled, Feast,” she says.

(Photo: Chris Chong for Fête Chinoise)

Deborah’s Lunar New Year Picks:

1. Red sweater: “[It’s] always a good reason to choose a red sweater to add to the closet that can be worn at LNY and other occasions, like Christmas. [I’ve] already got mine.” (Editor’s Pick: Lilysilk Ultrafine Merino Wool Crewneck at Hudson’s Bay)
2. Gold bracelet: “When you receive lucky red pockets from elders or give pockets to others, the attention is on the hand gesture of giving and receiving.” (Editor’s Pick: Michael Kors gold bracelet)
3. Red Hunter Boots (Available at Hudson’s Bay): “Some lucky red Hunter boots to do all the travelling, celebrating, home visits, and event set up, all while being protected from the rain.”

Shop red sweaters | Shop gold bracelets | Shop Hunter boots

Lilysilk at Hudson’s Bay

Michael Kors

Hunter at Hudson’s Bay

Sasha Mei, content creator, writer and co-founder of Yu + Mei

You could say fashion runs through content creator Sasha Mei (@sasha.mei)’s veins. With a mother who worked in fashion marketing at GUESS in Malaysia, it’s clear that style runs in the family. Over the past few years, Sasha has solidified herself as a purveyor of style, providing endless inspiration of chic and effortless minimalism.

Community and conversation are also important to Sasha, which led her to co-found a supper club called Yu + Mei. Yu + Mei brings individuals together for stylish, intimate gatherings, where food and conversation take center stage.

When it comes to celebrating Lunar New Year, Sasha enjoys her special tradition of having Peking duck or dim sum with friends and, of course, dressing up for the occasion.

“We don’t have many family traditions surrounding LNY – the half of my family that celebrates is in Malaysia, and we didn’t have any relatives in Canada. My mother never really reinforced strict traditions, probably because LNY during her childhood involved endless rounds at relatives’ homes and she found it exhausting. [However], two things were guaranteed on LNY growing up: special red envelopes from our parents and grandparents, and some sort of delicious meal. When I went to university, I started bringing my friends for Peking duck or dim sum on LNY and it became a new tradition – they don’t have to celebrate it, but I always think that the best part of any holiday is sharing food with people.”

Sasha’s Lunar New Year Picks:

1. Pandora Two-tone Chinese Year of the Dragon Collier Necklace (Available at Pandora)
2. Chanel N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Serum (Available at Hudson’s Bay)

Shop necklaces | Shop Chanel beauty

Pandora

Chanel at Hudson’s Bay

Hannah Sung, Canadian media veteran, award-winning journalist, co-founder Media Girlfriends

You may remember Hannah Sung gracing your television screen in the early 2000s as a MuchMusic VJ who hosted MuchNews and TheNewMusic. She was one of the few racialized women in media at the time, and for many, was one of the first examples of Asian representation in the Canadian media landscape. Her journalism career also includes roles at CBC Radio, TVO and Globe and Mail, where she produced Colour Code, a podcast about race in Canada.

These days, Hannah continues to create space for misrepresented voices in media through Media Girlfriends, an award-winning podcast production company led by journalists of colour which focuses on promoting greater inclusion of perspectives in Canadian media.

As a proud Korean Canadian, one special Lunar New Year tradition Hannah follows is getting dressed in a hanbok.

“It’s so much fun to do with my children because it’s the only day of the year that they get to put them on. They’re also growing so fast that their hanbok is always either too small or too loose, which is cute. We wear hanbok to bow to older generations. The kids watch my husband and I kneel down to the floor and bow to my parents and my kids bow to all of us,” she explains.

“My kids don’t speak much Korean but they’ve definitely perfected the Korean phrase for ‘Wishing you good luck in the New Year.’ They love this ritual of respect and they get money and well wishes in return. Then we eat ddeok guk (떡국), an absolute fave. It doesn’t feel like a new year until we have that meal.”

(Photo: May Truong)

Hannah’s Lunar New Year Picks:

1. Dr. Jart+ Cicapair (Available at Sephora): “My skin is crazy dry right now, so I’ll use anything that is healing.
2. “Some home office organization items.” (Editor’s Pick: MINISO Organizer)
3. “A few baked treats for the family.” (Editor’s Pick: Mango Like Desserts)

Shop Dr. Jart+ | Shop home organization | Explore Upper Canada dining options

Dr. Jart+ at Sephora

MINISO

Mango Like Desserts

Trevor Lui, chef, restauranter, author and co-creator of Highbell Group and Quell

Chef Trevor Lui is a known pillar in the Asian Canadian community, particularly in Toronto, where he’s based. The chef, restauranter and entrepreneur has a knack for bringing people together through culinary experiences—whether that be through his restaurant Bao Bird, food concept Fat Bao, management agency Quell, or hospitality business, The Highbell Group.

It should come as no surprise, then, that one of Chef Trevor’s favourite Lunar New Year traditions is the celebration of food with friends, family and community.

“Having a family banquet to both close and open the year (‘tuin leen’ and ‘hoi leen’) is always a wonderful time to have the family get together and eat great food. We also love the custom of exchanging turnip and sugar cakes (‘bak tong go’ and ‘leen go’),” says Chef Trevor.

This year, Chef Trevor is most looking forward to the continued emergence of the Asian community, one, he says, has begun to finally garner a voice beyond our own borders.

“Modern day successes buoyed by prominent figures in our community and growing allies are helping to tell stories of our generations of history of struggle, racism and success (particularly in the role we played in building North America),” he explains.

Some of these successes include what Chef Trevor calls a “new renaissance” of Asian chefs in New York City. “[These chefs] were classically trained and have now gone back to cooking the food they grew up with ‘their way’ and are now being recognized for it. I’d love to see that in our communities here in Toronto. With that, we need to take this time to help shine a light on the talent we have and find ways to support and elevate their names and establishments.”

(Photo: Brett Ida for Fête Chinoise)

Chef Trevor’s Lunar New Year Picks:

“Support LNY-themed products that support community: where major retailers use LNY as a way to capitalize on culturally-important events, select those that do so authentically and intentionally to support our communities.”

Editor’s Picks:

1. Roots x Clot Lunar New Year Dragon Varsity Jacket (Available at Roots)
2. Sulwhasoo Lunar New Year First Care Activating Serum VI (Available at Sephora)
3. Treats from Saint Germain Bakery

Roots x CLOT

Sulwhasoo at Sephora

Saint Germain Bakery

Bedroom Hideaway

Discover beautiful bedroom furniture to elevate your safe haven. The Ravel bed is sure to add elegance and luxury to any bedroom. One of our favourite features of the Ravel is the two discreet storage drawers tucked in at the foot of the bed. More storage? Yes, please!

If you prefer a more contemporary and modern feel to your space, opt for the Geraldine. To achieve a clean-look, earth-tone bedding coupled with an accent pillow will add a modern, minimalistic touch to your room.

A Taste of Home

The dining room brings the family together and finding the right furniture can help create the right ambiance. From dining tables to fashionable chairs, there are plenty of options to choose from. The Albert Collection creates the warmth of traditional styles with its modern industrial look. Our favourite is the fir wood bench.

If you prefer a chic look to your dining space, the Ester coupled with the Karl dining table is both elegant and timeless. The versatility of the gold accents is sure to give your dining room an enchanting feel.

Your Dream Lounge

The ultimate place to unwind after a long day is in the living room. The perfect sofa can bring comfort and relaxation to any living space. Give it lots of love and add your own flair to it with décor or an ottoman. If you prefer a boho-chic living space, the Kinsley is a perfect addition to help you achieve your dreamy, bright bohemian living room.

A timeless piece like Klik brings you the best of both charming and fun aura – the right sofa for any movie night, quality family time or game night. If you prefer a neutral tone, this cheerful 3-seater sofa also comes in 9 other shades.

Own Your Space

Nothing says home like adding your own personal touch to your space. The finishing touches are key, and Structube has it all. From rugs, lighting, vases to plantars – find the right décor to add more depth to your space.

The Pascale mirror adds a romantic flair to any space, whether it be used as a vanity in your bedroom or over a console in your entryway. If you prefer both sophistication and convenience, channel your inner stylist with the Korbin bookcase.

Sweet Stocking Stuffers

Little presents, big impact. Our ideal stocking stuffers strike this beautiful balance: something cozy, something practical and something that smells delicious.

L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Ornament

Roots Adult Wilderness Boot Sock

Bath & Bodyworks Pistachio & Toasted Vanilla Candle

AE Green & Brown Claw Clip 4-Pack

Hillberg & Berk Wave Ring

Gorgeous Gift Sets

With curated gift sets, you get so much present in one covetable package. For the wellness enthusiast, consider a lineup of essential oil roll-ons, while the beauty lover will feel the joy unwrapping a viral lipstick duo.

Saje Advent Calendar

Saje Pocket Farmacy Physical Edition

Charlotte Tilbury Mini Pillow Talk Lip Duo

Biotherm Discovery Body Trio Gift Set

Merit The Dress Code Lipstick Set

Everything Under $50

Turn a smaller budget into a wow-worthy present with these picks that really pay off. Some stellar ideas: a winter-ready accessory they’ll wear all season long, a trending belt bag that’ll accompany them every day or holiday morning pajamas for an Insta-perfect snap.

Athleta Downtown Mitten

Gap Adult Pajama Pants

H&M Fluffy Scarf

Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag

OFFLINE By Aerie Puff Love Crescent Bag

Kid-Approved Picks

From the cozy sets for the littles in the family to full-blown Lego sets and future-favourite stuffies, these gifts get the youngster stamp of approval every single time—no gift receipt required.

LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant

Gap Baby Fair Isle Cozy Cardigan Sweater Set

PlayEars+ Headphones

Toys R Us Plasma Car

Something Sparkly

A piece of jewelry—specially chosen just for them— shows just how much you know your loved one. Pick out a pair of everyday earrings, an architecturally shaped ring or a stacking bracelet to elevate their collection.

Pandora Polished Wave Ring

Hillberg & Berk ABC Stud Earring

Swarovski Stilla Ring Set

Michael Hill Station Bracelet in Sterling Silver

Business Casual

This season is all about bringing back nine-to-five dressing. After four years of WFH ‘fits, it’s time to embrace business casual, but with a stylish twist, of course. To keep this trend feeling fresh and modern, opt for relaxed tailoring—think oversized blazers and loose trousers. Play with proportions by pairing it with a slim fit polo shirt or a button-up vest for a workwear look that’s effortlessly cool.

Aritzia

Dynamite

Colourful Knits

Hear us out—knits aren’t just reserved for winter. In fact, given Canada’s often-turbulent transition to the warmer seasons, these are the perfect layering pieces to ease into the season and its ever-changing temperatures. The key here is to ditch the dark knits and go for something brighter and more colourful (butter yellow, sky blue and tangerine are some great options). And if you really want to embrace the knit trend, opt for a matching set that can be used to mix and match with other pieces throughout the season.

Dynamite

Honey

Textures, Textures, Textures

Fringe, feathers, sequins, oh my! The spring 2024 runways were filled with interesting textures making for some major fashion statements. The beauty of this trend is that it can be as loud or subtle as you wish—from a fringed leather jacket, a feather-trimmed dress and sequined skirt to fringed earrings and a glittery bag.

Dynamite

Aldo

Sporty Chic

This spring, channel your inner track star but with a chic twist. Elevated athleisure was a big trend on the runways, with preppy polos, rugby shirts, windbreakers and hoodies reigning supreme. Again, don’t be afraid to have fun with this trend and play around with unexpected pairings, like a tracksuit jacket with a flowy skirt or track shorts with a fitted polo and blazer.

lululemon

Hudson’s Bay

Heavy Metals

Go for gold (or silver, or both) this season with the metallic trend. Not only were metallic pieces all over the spring 2024 runways, but they were also a popular choice on the red carpets this award season, with plenty of celebrities donning gold and silver gowns. Again, this trend can be as statement-making or subtle as you’d like and is a great way to add some extra interest to your existing pieces, whether in the form of metallic sneakers, mixed metal jewelry or full-on gold or silver ensembles.

Pandora

Aldo

Must-Have Shoes

As the saying goes, everything old is new again and this spring, we’re seeing a throwback to some of our favourite shoe styles from years past. The kitten heel is making a triumphant return in the form of square-toed mules, pointy-toed slingbacks and even slouchy ankle boots, while the ballet flat resurgence from last summer is still going strong, but this time with some added interest (think crystal embellished and mesh versions).

Browns Shoes

Aldo

Easter Tablescape Ideas: Host in Style This Easter

Create a welcoming setting for Easter brunch or dinner with a table that feels fresh, layered, and seasonal. Soft spring colours, crisp linens, and natural textures provide the foundation for a table that feels elegant yet relaxed.

Start with neutral dinnerware and glassware, then introduce subtle Easter accents through pastel napkins, decorative serving pieces, and fresh flowers. Tulips, daffodils, and greenery instantly brighten the table and capture the spirit of spring.

Even a few thoughtful details can transform your Easter table into a beautiful setting for gathering with family and friends.

Linen Chest | Platter

Fox Home | Cutlery

Structube | Cushion

Linen Chest | Egg cups

Linen Chest | Tablecloth

Easter Basket Ideas: Build the Ultimate Easter Basket

Easter baskets remain one of the most joyful traditions of the holiday. Today’s baskets combine classic chocolate treats with playful surprises that bring excitement long after Easter morning.

Begin with a woven basket and layer in colourful sweets, small toys, creative activities, and spring themed keepsakes. Storybooks, craft kits, and interactive games add variety while giving kids something new to explore.

A balanced mix of treats and small gifts creates a basket that feels festive, generous, and fun to discover.

Build-A-Bear | Easter bear

Mind Games | Plushie

Lindt | Chocolate bunny

Coles | Book

Purdys | Chocolate bunnies

Easter Outfit Ideas: Spring Style Starts Here

Easter weekend often marks the first opportunity to embrace spring fashion. Light fabrics, soft colours, and relaxed silhouettes create outfits that feel polished yet effortless for brunch, church, or family gatherings.

Flowing dresses, linen trousers, and crisp blouses reflect the ease of the season, while classic flats or loafers add a comfortable finishing touch. Lightweight layers help transition easily between cool spring mornings and sunny afternoons.

The result is a refined look that feels fresh, comfortable, and perfectly suited for Easter celebrations.

Ever New | Cardigan

Aldo | Bag

RW&Co. | Trousers

Aritzia | Skirt

Call It Spring | Flats

Kids Easter Outfit Ideas: Easter Best for Kids

Easter is a wonderful occasion for kids to dress in cheerful colours and playful patterns that capture the joy of the season.

Floral dresses, lightweight cardigans, and comfortable flats create charming looks for girls. Boys can opt for chinos paired with polos or button down shirts for a look that feels polished but still relaxed.

Choosing pieces that transition easily into the rest of the spring season ensures they can be worn again and again.

H&M | Dress

Browns | Gingham boots

Gap | Khakis

Old Navy | Cardigan

Zara | Romper