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May Week 3

This week on the all-new BT: Dina’s effortlessly stylish outfits are a must-see! Be sure to tune in daily to catch a glimpse of her latest looks. Plus, we’ve got all the details right here so you can shop her wardrobe and seamlessly incorporate these stunning pieces into your own spring collection.

For all of Dina’s looks, click here.

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May 20, 2025

This sharp, monochromatic look pairs a pinstriped shirt with an embroidered collar and tailored light blue trousers. Finished with black heels and a bold belt, it’s modern power dressing with a playful twist.

Full Accessories:

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Sandro Cropped Shirt with Rhinestone

Zara Linen Blend Trousers

Aldo Marciana Heels

Maje Belt | H&M Earrings

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May 21, 2025

This romantic, all-white ensemble blends texture and structure with ease. The ruffled, double-breasted blouse pairs beautifully with a tiered lace skirt, creating a look that feels both vintage-inspired and modern.

Sandro Crop Top

Sandro Skirt

Zara Heels

Zara Earrings

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May 22, 2025

A perfect spring pink dress, crafted from tiered poplin with delicate pintuck detailing for an elegant touch. Light and airy, this shirt dress brings effortless charm to the season. Pair it with drop-down brass earrings that catch the sunlight and open-toe heels to complete a breezy, romantic look.

Mango Earrings

Zara Heels

Kate Spade Shirt Dress

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A curated look at the season’s defining collections

Fall has always been fashion’s most defining season – structured layers and sharp silhouettes create style at its finest. Fall 2025 is no different, debuting elevated essentials with a focus on rich texture, sculptural tailoring and quiet drama.

We’ve curated our favourite pieces from this season’s standout collections – discover them now, at Yorkdale.

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Moncler

Anchored in a soft, tonal palette, Moncler’s Pre-Fall 2025 collection balances structure and softness. Sculpted outerwear, fluid tailoring, and elevated essentials in creamy neutrals create an effortless yet intentional look.

Besset Down Vest

Zipped Skirt

Very Mini Tote Bag

Cotton Gabardine Straight Leg Pants

Logo Wool Turtleneck Sweater

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Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren’s Pre-Fall 2025 collection leans into traditional wear with a touch of modernity. Warm tones and tailored silhouettes add a playful touch to the brand’s iconic styles, making this collection feel simultaneously timeless and on-trend.

The Ralph Calfskin Tote

Naylor Burnished Lambskin Jacket

Racing Green Trench Polo Bear Sweater

Audrey Welington Calfskin Loafers

Fallon Pleated Cotton Chino Pant

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Brunello Cucinelli

Sophistication meets subtle sparkle in Brunello Cucinelli’s Fall collection. From freckled wool knits to glimmering embroidery and tailored denim, this collection is all about taking your look from day to night with ease.

Tropical Luxury Wool Blazer with Dazzling Floral Embroidery

Denim Contemporary Loose Trousers

Flecked Virgin Wool and Silk Chevron Kilt Skirt

Soft Nappa Leather Bomber Jacket

Soft Wool Dazzling Rib Sweater

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Celine

With its signature blend of Parisian edge that’s both effortless yet rebellious, Celine’s Fall 2025 collection captures the cool-girl spirit. Reimagined staples such as the derby soles and miniskirts are paired with statement outerwear to strike a deliberate contrast between tradition and youthful defiance.

Trench Coat in Wool Gabardine and Cotton

Western Blouson Jacket in Cotton Twill

Triomphe Polo in Striped Jersey

Trapeze Mini Skirt in Raw Wash Denim

Triomphe Derbies in Shiny Bull

2022 Wrapped: 17 New Stores at the Centre of Style

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2022 was an exceptional year for Yorkdale with the introduction of some of the world’s most covetable brands to the Centre of Style. Our lineup of 17 new stores included fashion house Fendi, cult labels GANNI and Acne Studios, everyday fine jewelry brand Mejuri and world-renowned chocolatier Läderach.

Learn more about our latest additions below.

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Emporio Armani

Launched by Giorgio Armani in 1981, Emporio Armani is specifically intended for the modern generations. Today, the world-renowned brand has a strong experimental and metropolitan style, reflecting all the characteristics of elegance typical of Armani aesthetics.

The brand offers a wide range of pieces and accessories for every function and occasion – from sportswear to formal to elegant – and stands out with an avant-garde style, capable of identifying and anticipating fashion trends. The same spirit carries over to the accessories, with a vast selection of footwear, bags, small leather goods and soft accessories for both men and women.

The Yorkdale location is home to its first standalone Emporio Armani store.

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Diptyque

Diptyque is synonymous with luxury candles. The Diptyque story began in Paris in 1961 to showcase the founder’s fabric designs. Gradually transforming into a world of its own, the store soon boasted a dazzling repertoire of fragrances, all bearing the brand’s signature black lettering on the renowned oval label.

The Yorkdale location marks Diptyque’s first standalone store in Canada and offers the brand’s signature luxury skincare products, perfumes, candles and diffusers.

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MCM

MCM (Modern Creation Munchen) is a luxury lifestyle goods and fashion house with a focus on functional innovation, including the use of cutting-edge techniques. Founded during the Golden Age of Munich (1976)—an era of bright lights, jet set, and disco—MCM has remained an enduring icon for over 45 years.

Today, through its association with music, art, travel, and technology, MCM embodies the bold, rebellious, and aspirational. Always with an eye on the disruptive, the driving force behind MCM centers on revolutionizing classic design with futuristic materials.

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GANNI

Cult label GANNI is known and revered as the brand for cool girls. Based in Copenhagen and owned and run by the husband-and-wife team Creative Director Ditte Reffstrup and Founder Nicolaj Reffstrup, it has developed exponentially over recent years with its Scandi 2.0 sense of style full of personality and contrast. GANNI is all about making their community who wear their clothes feel even more confident and capable of anything.

Its Yorkdale location marks the brand’s first flagship store in Canada. Serving as an extension of the Scandinavian label’s commitment to sustainability, the store uses podiums made from recycled plastic waste, as well as interior trays created using pressed old fabrics and upcycled Artek stools made using repurposed GANNI fabrics.

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Acne Studios

Acne Studios is a Stockholm-based fashion house with a multidisciplinary approach. It focuses on men’s and women’s ready-to-wear apparel, denim, footwear and accessories inspired by art, photography and architecture. Its designs are minimalistic, timeless, yet loud enough to make head turns with fun colors and layering (chances are, you’ve probably seen their wildly popular toques and oversized scarves). Johansson’s unique ability to design unconventional and essential items ranging from full collections to single pieces is what makes Acne Studios special and a leader in today’s fashion industry.

Acne Studios’ Yorkdale location marks the brand’s first store in Canada.

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Fendi

The house of Fendi was established by Adele and Edoardo Fendi in Rome in 1925. Soon after, the duo opened a boutique next to the workshop where Adele crafted leather accessories inspired by the work of Roman master saddlers.

Soon winning international acclaim, Fendi emerged as a brand renowned for its elegance, craftsmanship, innovation and style. The collaboration with the late Karl Lagerfeld began back in 1965 and lasted 54 years, in 1992 Silvia Venturini Fendi seconded him in the Artistic Direction. In 1994 she was given responsibility of Leather Goods Accessories and then the direction of the Menswear line. In September 2020 Kim Jones was appointed Artistic Director of Couture and Womenswear, while Delfina Delettrez Fendi, fourth generation of the Fendi family, joined the Maison as Artistic Director of Jewelry.

Today Fendi is synonymous with quality, tradition, experimentation and creativity.

Fendi’s Yorkdale location is the brand’s first standalone store in Canada.

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Allbirds

Allbirds, the makers of the world’s most comfortable shoes, has landed at the Centre of Style. The San Francisco-based footwear and fashion brand is dedicated to making sustainable everyday products using premium natural materials, such as merino wool and eucalyptus, in lieu of synthetic fabrics. The whole storefront is constructed from fully recyclable aluminum and renewable walnut plywood with even the service desk made using locally sourced renewable maple plywood.

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Psycho Bunny

Psycho Bunny redefines the classics with inimitable wit and peerless quality, giving tradition an updated edge. The menswear brand makes clothes for the sake of self-expression and takes pride in standing out with clever detailing, vibrant colours, and luxurious trimmings such as mother-of-pearl buttons, pique fabrics and tapered seams. Though the brand is known for its brightly-coloured cotton polos, they offer a range of styles and collections for every occasion. And fun fact: the mischievous bunny and crossbones insignia—first penned as a napkin doodle before quickly morphing into a ubiquitous symbol—famously requires 4,000 stitches to create.

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Mejuri

Mejuri does fine jewelry differently and is all about redefining luxury, your way. Design, craftsmanship, and responsible sourcing are at the cornerstone of their offering and the brand works with master jewelers to create pieces that feel like you—to mean what you want, wear how you want, and keep forever.

Mejuri jewelry is made to live in and is designed in-house with craftsmanship and responsible sourcing at the cornerstone of it all. It’s jewelry that not only looks good but also feels good.

The Yorkdale location marks the brand’s first enclosed shopping centre store globally.

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Lucid

Lucid Motors believes in the dream ahead. With a relentless focus on innovation, luxury, and sustainability, their array of luxury electric vehicles means you no longer have to choose between doing great things and doing the right thing. The design of Lucid Air is inspired by the state of California, while the interior elements, such as colours, materials, and finishes are inspired by the diverse landscapes and geography of California.

Lucid aims to create sustainable mobility without compromise in cars that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for all the ways people get around. At Lucid, an exceptional high priority is placed on efficiency—their cars must make the best possible use of the world’s resources.

The 2,850 square foot showroom offers guests a unique opportunity to experience the Lucid Air in person, including its technology, exterior finishes and interior materials. A virtual reality experience is offered to allow guests to see different models, colours and interiors.

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OFFLINE

OFFLINE by Aerie is activewear for real life. The name references taking a break and “going offline” from things such as work, school, and social media. The female-focused brand features a range of products including workout leggings, sports bras, tops, workout dresses, skirts and more made for working out, going outside and relaxing at home.

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Café Landwer

Inspired by Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, Café Landwer is the spot for incredible eats, drinks, desserts and specialty coffee. Their food reflects everything they believe in: delicious down-to-earth local cuisine that expresses the best of both past and future, made fresh with love.

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TWG Tea

A juxtaposition between classic and modernity, the elegant yet stylishly chic TWG Tea Boutique showcases exquisitely appointed interiors celebrating the world of tea. Featuring an ornate façade of warm mahogany, burnished brass, antique furnishings, a hardwood tea counter, and opulent touches of gold trimmings, the Tea Boutique welcomes guests with a beautiful patisserie display highlighting an enticing selection of tea-infused patisseries and macarons.

With a treasure trove of 1,000 types of single estate, fine harvests and exclusive blends from 47 tea-producing regions, tea lovers can select their favourite loose-leaf teas from the exceptional tea wall lined with quintessential yellow tea tins or pick from the alluring rows of packaged teas and tea accessories.

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Alo

Alo Yoga (Alo) is an acronym for air, land and ocean. Based in Los Angeles, this premium lifestyle brand has a mission to spread wellness, inspire mindful movement and create community. Since launching in 2007, Alo has become a global leader in activewear design and a revolutionary addition to the clean beauty space. Eco-aware and sweatshop-free from day 1, Alo uses sustainable practices in their W.R.A.P. (Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production) Certified facilities. Above all, Alo promotes a studio-to-street mentality that transcends fashion and goes beyond the mat.

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VinFast

A global smart electric-vehicle company, VinFast accelerates the EV evolution by relentlessly innovating to deliver high-quality products & EV opportunities.

Every VinFast features exceptional craftsmanship, service, and affordability. Stunning design by Pininfarina combined with state-of-the-art technology and outstanding interior space—the perfect combination of luxury and price.

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% Arabica

% Arabica, the world-renowned independent coffee brand from Kyoto, Japan, is more than just coffee—it’s a lifestyle experience with a focus on design and simple pleasures. Founded by Kenneth Shoji, % Arabica sources largely from small farms, serving their unique blend, as well as single-origin beans from around the world.

The brand’s love for coffee and design shines through its unique architecture and the one-of-a-kind coffee experience offered at each location. Presenting a chic and minimalist interior and Japanese-inspired ambiance that’s reminiscent of Kyoto, % Arabica offers a carefully curated menu that spans espresso-based coffees, specialty lattes, drip coffees, matcha, and much more specialty offerings. Yorkdale marks its first-ever Canadian storefront.

This Summer’s Coveted Frames

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Crafted to be seen—these are the defining shades of the season.

The finishing touch to every summer look? Sunglasses that speak volumes.
This season, it’s all about bold silhouettes — from sculptural geometrics to oversized boho frames. Each pair brings instant polish and personality.

Discover your statement shade at Yorkdale, where the season’s most-wanted styles are ready to try on.

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Micro Oval Sunglasses

Micro-oval frames are stealing the spotlight this summer, channeling late 90’s minimalism with a modern edge. These frames are perfect for adding a touch of sleek sophistication without overwhelming your features.

Dior – DiorPacific Sunglasses

Celine Triomphe Metal Sunglasses

Miu Miu Oval Sunglasses

Gucci Oval Sunglasses

Bottega Veneta Sardine Oval Sunglasses

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Oversized Frames

From brunch dates to stealthy escapes, oversized frames deliver the ultimate incognito energy — effortlessly.

Panthère De Cartier Sunglasses

Saint Laurent Mica Square Sunglasses

Tom Ford Annabelle Round Sunglasses

Versace VE2245

Tom Ford Winona Square Sunglasses

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Viral Frames

Viral frames are this summer’s scene-stealers— they’re topping every feed and trending timeline.

Dior Rectangular Glasses

Gucci GG1681S

Miu Miu 04ZS

Miu Miu A06S

Celine Triomphe Hexagon Sunglasses

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Sunglasses become icons this season—bold, sculptural, and conversation-starting. Explore the most coveted styles at Yorkdale.

Dining Guide

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Yorkdale Shopping Centre takes pride in our vast variety of food offerings. With delicious appetizers, delectable mains, and decadent desserts, Yorkdale is suitable for any dining experience. Take a look below to see our favourite Yorkdale eats of the season.

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ABURI TORA

Originally from Tokyo, Japan, Aburi TORA offers premium sushi with cutting-edge technology for an exciting dining experience through a sushi laneway and touch-screen system. The menu features delicious Aburi (flame-seared) sushi and MICHELIN-Chef collaborations. Follow @aburitoratoronto for updates.

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Café Landwer

Café Landwer, a blend of Mediterranean and Italian flavors, offers delightful eats, drinks, desserts, and specialty coffee. Our down-to-earth local cuisine combines the best of past and future, made fresh with love.

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Delysees

Delysees: Toronto’s premier luxury bakery, crafting exquisite desserts with precision. Indulge in our French pastries, macarons, cakes, and more. Unparalleled quality and convenience, offering delivery or pick-up for your special occasions.

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Earls

Earls Yorkdale: A city escape with open truss ceilings, a lively bar, and a seasonal patio. Try Spicy Tuna Sushi Tacos and Angry Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Sip on margaritas and new favorites. Daily happy hour 2-5 pm and 9 pm-close, plus weekend brunch. Dine in, pick up, or get it delivered.

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JOEY Yorkdale

Indulge in elevated casual dining at JOEY Yorkdale. Order takeout or delivery via Uber and DoorDash. Experience modern industrial design, global cuisine, and cocktails. Come as you are, leave even better. Shop. Sip. Savour.

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Konjiki Ramen/Saryo Café

Since its inception in Tokyo, Japan in 2006, Konjiki’s world-class ramen has won chef & owner, Atsushi Yamamoto, multiple awards. Experience fine Japanese cuisine with every carefully curated bowl.

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Ladurée

Ladurée, since 1862, masters the art of crafting exquisite macarons. Delight in classical and creative flavors, along with pastries, sweets, teas, and accessories, elegantly presented. Live the French art of living at Ladurée’s Parisian tea rooms.

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MICHEL’s Bakery Cafe

Michel’s Baguette at Yorkdale: A French-inspired bakery café, passionate about freshly baked bread. Enjoy pastries, sandwiches, quiches, salads, and specialty beverages. A delightful shopping escape. Bon Appétit!

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Restoration Hardware

RH is a luxury lifestyle curator, defining design and style. Explore our collections at retail galleries, source books, and RH.com, featuring RH, Modern, RH Baby & Child, RH TEEN, and RH Contemporary Art.

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Shake Shack

Shake Shack is a modern day “roadside” burger stand serving a menu of premium burgers, hot dogs, crinkle-cut fries, hand-spun shakes and frozen custard. We’re excited to serve Canadian exclusive menu items including beer and wine, created with local partners. Available for dine in and takeout. Also available for pick up exclusively on Skip.

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The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory® expands to Toronto at Yorkdale Shopping Centre. Over 50 signature cheesecakes, diverse menu items, and creative décor await in the 10,400SF space with two patios. No reservations at this time.

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The Pickle Barrel

Pickle Barrel: Order takeout or delivery on Uber, DoorDash, and Pickle Barrel online. 40+ years of great food, fun atmosphere, and unbeatable value! Over 300 menu items for everyone.

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Yu Seafood

Yu Seafood: Dive into authentic Chinese culture with a delectable blend of traditional favorites and creative contemporary twists. Exquisite, memorable dining sourced with the finest ingredients.

Your Graduation Gift Guide

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Celebrate your grad with style, confidence, and elegance.

Celebrate your graduate with a gift that leaves a lasting impression. Our thoughtfully curated selection of must-have, grad-approved treasures—whether they lean stylish, sporty, or distinctively refined—ensures every graduate feels recognized and celebrated in style.

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For the Jet Setter

Celebrate their next adventure with gifts that inspire wanderlust. From sleek carry-ons to versatile accessories, these travel-ready picks are perfect for grads with passports in hand and dreams on the horizon.

RIMOWA Suitcase

Loewe Puzzle Fold Tote

Tom Ford Grain Leather Passport Holder

Burberry Grid Duffle Bag

Louis Vuitton Cosmetic Pouch

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For the Young Professional

Equip them for success with elevated essentials made for boardrooms, virtual calls, and everything in between. These polished picks help them make a strong first impression – and keep it.

Loro Piana Sergio Loafer

Jimmy Choo Elisa 45

Cartier Panthere Watch

Montblanc Meisterstuck Pen

Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini Belt

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For the Fashionista

Style is more than what they wear—it’s how they show up. From elevated basics to statement pieces, these fashion-forward picks let them strut into their next chapter with confidence and flair.

Loro Piana Andre Linen Shirt

Golden Goose Super-Star LTD

Gucci Oval Sunglasses

Maison Margiela Tabi Ballerina Flats

Miu Miu Suede Aventure Bag

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For the Student Athlete

Support their passion with performance-driven gear and recovery essentials that keep them on top of their game.

Tumi Sport Duffel

Alo Water Bottle

Lululemon Foldable Mat

Loewe x On Cloudventure 2.0 Sneakers

Apple Watch Series 10

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For the Self-Care Enthusiast

Celebrate their milestone with gifts that soothe, pamper, and inspire balance. From luxe skincare to calming scents, these picks encourage well-earned rest and reflection.

Jo Malone London Shaving Cream

Aesop Reverence Duet

Diptyque Body Lotion

Dr. Barbara Strum Face Cream

Loewe Tomato Scented Candle

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Discover thoughtful, personalized gifts for the deserving graduate in-centre, or opt for a Yorkdale Gift Card—available at Guest Services or as an e-gift with a custom message or video.

Year of the Horse Styling Picks

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Discover festive New Year looks with Vicky Zhou and fashion stylist Pina

Celebrate the Year of the Horse in style with festive looks curated and worn by Vicky Zhou alongside fashion stylist Pina Policaro Mele. Inspired by the horse’s strength, freedom, and elegance, the selection from Celine, Sandro, Jimmy Choo, and Anine Bing brings sophistication and the bold spirit to every occasion.

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Celine

Add a statement to your celebration with the Teen Garance bag from CELINE. Crafted in laminated python in radiant gold, it pairs bold texture with modern elegance.

Boutique exclusive

Celine Teen Garance bag (similar)

Celine Rouge Triomphe Travel Spray

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Sandro

From vibrant red sweaters and classic denim to pink tweed cardigans and vests, Sandro’s collection brings comfort and sophistication with the spirited charm of the Year of the Horse.

Sandro Tweed Vest

Sandro Cashmere Wool Cardigan

Short Sleeve Sweater (Similar)

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Jimmy Choo

Step into the season in style with Jimmy Choo’s newest collection featuring the Bon Bon bag and Faiz 100 heels. The Bon Bon bag dazzles with elegant curves and floral accents, while the gold-tipped Faiz 100 heels add a touch of elevated sophistication to every look. Perfect for bringing glamour and confidence to your celebrations, these pieces combine timeless design with a modern festive spirit.

Jimmy Choo Bon Bon Bag

Jimmy Choo Faiz 100

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Anine Bing

Elevate your celebratory look with Anine Bing’s statement accessories. Layer bold, chunky gold bracelets and necklaces for modern glamour, or add a touch of classic elegance with a delicate pearl necklace. Perfect for mixing, matching, and making every outfit feel effortlessly polished.

Anine Bing Classic Pearl Choker

Anine Bin Double Link Chain Bracelet

The Remix Project

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Celebrating creativity and community through the vision of Black artists.

Yorkdale is proud to partner with The Remix Project, celebrating 21 years of empowering talented youth who face barriers pursuing careers within creative industries.

This collaboration highlights and pays homage to The Remix Project’s Creative Arts Program, by including digital art from Isabela Rocha, Jada Peters, and Daniel Kalu.

To learn more, visit TheRemixProject.com.

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Isabela Rocha

Isabela Rocha is a multidisciplinary artist with a thirst for knowledge that is unquenchable.
Her sense of curiosity has led her on a quest to understand the inner machinations of all things that interest her. Isabela is extremely passionate about the intersections between minimalism, technology, architecture and design.

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Jada Peters

Jada Peters is a Toronto-based graphic and web designer and the creative force behind January Hours, her independent design studio. She helps visionaries bring their brands and websites to life, crafting work that goes beyond aesthetics to inspire connection and clarity.

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Daniel Kalu

Daniel Kalu is a young self-starter driven to make a positive impact through his work and the relationships he builds. He engages his curiosity through creative media, constantly exploring the boundaries of what’s possible.

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The Best Mother’s Day Gifts at STC

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Mother’s Day is a moment to celebrate everything Mom is, and everything they do, often in ways that go unseen. Whether it’s a small gesture or something more special, the most meaningful gifts are the ones that feel personal and considered.

From meaningful keepsakes to small luxuries and everyday indulgences, discover 25 thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts, all available at Scarborough Town Centre.

Mother’s Day is around the corner on May 10.

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Beauty, Fragrance & Everyday Indulgences

Some of the best gifts are the ones they wouldn’t think to buy for themselves. From signature scents to spa-like essentials, these picks bring a sense of ease, comfort, and indulgence to the everyday, making even small moments feel special.

Sephora Fragrance discovery set

Bath & Body Works Candle

The Body Shop Spa-inspired set

Saje Wellness Kit

Sephora Skin-plumping Set

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Jewelry, Bags & Meaningful Keepsakes

Some gifts carry meaning long after the moment has passed. These are the pieces that feel personal from the moment they’re opened, designed to be worn, carried, or kept for years to come. Thoughtful, timeless, and made to be treasured.

Pandora Bracelet

Coach Shoulder Bag

Michael Hill Pearl Necklace

Swarovski Decorative Object

Indigo Mom’s Story Journal

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Elevated Everyday Fashion

The best fashion gifts are the ones that become part of everyday. Effortless, versatile, and easy to wear, these are the pieces that get reached for again and again, bringing comfort, confidence, and a sense of ease to any day.

Lululemon Athleisure Pant

Aritzia Linen Dress

Sunglass Hut Sunglasses

H&M Blazer

UNIQLO Tote

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Comfort & Slow Living

The best gifts are the ones that create space to slow down. Soft fabrics, relaxed fits, and cozy layers turn everyday moments into something to look forward to, bringing comfort, ease, and a little extra care into the routine for Mom.

Victoria’s Secret Lounge Set

La Vie en Rose Sleep Shirt

Roots Cardigan

Old Navy Foldover Pant

H&M Muslin Robe

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Home Luxuries & Sweet Treats

Some of the most appreciated gifts are the ones that can be enjoyed right away. Whether it’s something beautiful for the home or something sweet to share, these picks for Mom bring a sense of warmth, ease, and a little everyday indulgence.

Craig’s Cookies Cookie Pack

Lindt Spring Gift Bag with Truffles

LCBO Rosé Wine

Walmart Platform Tray

QE Home Throw Blanket

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One Gift Card. Every Brand Mom Loves.

Still deciding? A Scarborough Town Centre Gift Card is the present that always fits. It lets Mom choose exactly what suits their style, taste, or wishlist.

Pair it with chocolates, a handwritten card, and a plan to spend the day together for a gift that feels personal from start to finish.

Buy online or pick up at Guest Experience.

How To Ring In Lunar New Year In Style

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February 10, 2024, marks the beginning of the Lunar New Year, a celebration that’s considered the most important holiday in many Asian countries and across the Asian diaspora. The celebration marks the first new moon of the lunisolar calendars, traditional to many east Asian countries including China, South Korea and Vietnam. In China it is called Chūn Jié, in Vietnam it is known as Tết, in Korea it is Seollal and in Tibet it is called Losar. Additionally, it is known as Spring Festival.

Each year in the lunar calendar is represented by one of the 12 zodiac animals, all of which represent different characteristics and future. 2024 rings in the year of the dragon—a sign of power and energy, symbolizing a prosperous year ahead.

In honour of this celebration, we asked six prominent Asian Canadians to share their favourite Lunar New Year traditions.

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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)

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“I grew up being raised by a very superstitious Mah Mah (paternal grandmother), and one superstition I abide by is to make sure we clean our house before LNY. If you clean your house on the day, you’re ‘cleaning’ away all the luck!” — Rachel on her LNY superstitions.

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Rachel’s Lunar New Year Picks:

Nudestix Nudies Glow Cream Highlighter Stick in Hey Honey (Available at Sephora): “My fave gold highlighter!”

‘Dim Sum Palace’ by X. Fang (Available at IndigoSpirit): “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.”

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.”

Nudestix at Sephora

IndigoSpirit

Aesop at Hudson’s Bay

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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.

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“I’m a firm believer that one should not enter the new year with a dirty home, so I start decluttering my belongings the week prior and thoroughly clean the home the day before. I like the idea that you can sweep away bad luck and enter the new year with a clean canvas.” — Mai on her LNY superstitions.

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Mai’s Lunar New Year Picks:

‘Lunar Love’ by Lauren Kung Jessen (Available at IndigoSpirit)

Jellycat Bashful Dragon Plus Toy (Shop at IndigoSpirit)

Dr. Martens Adrian Year of the Dragon Hair-On Tassel Loafers

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Indigo

Jellycat at Indigo

Dr. Martens at Browns Shoes

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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.

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“I don’t wash my hair on new year’s day. It’s just a tradition and superstitious habit that was passed down through the grapevine: if you wash your hair, you might wash your new year luck away! I also wear red, as it’s an auspicious colour in the culture and for the occasion.” — Deborah on her LNY superstitions.

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Deborah’s Lunar New Year Picks:

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: Suzy Shier Mock Neck Sweater With Button Details)

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 14K Gold Plated Brass Pavé Logo Chain Bracelet)

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.”

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Suzy Shier

Michael Kors

Hunter at Hudson’s Bay

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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.”

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“I always keep my red envelopes – I’m too scared to throw them out in fear that it will bring bad luck!” — Sasha on her LNY superstitions.

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Sasha’s Lunar New Year Picks:

Pandora Two-tone Chinese Year of the Dragon Collier Necklace (Available at Pandora)

Chanel N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Serum (Available at Hudson’s Bay)

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Pandora

Chanel at Hudson’s Bay

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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.”

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“I’m not superstitious, but I always do a quick Google of the Chinese zodiac to read what the year has in store for me, a snake. If I don’t like the predictions, I skip to the next one and just read until I find one that tells me I’m going to have a good year.” — Hannah on her LNY superstition.

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Hannah’s Lunar New Year Picks:

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair(Available at Sephora): “My skin is crazy dry right now, so I’ll use anything that is healing.”

Muji: “For some home office organization items.”

“A few baked treats for the family.” (Editor’s Pick: Saint Germain Bakery)

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Dr. Jart+ at Sephora

MUJI

Saint Germain Bakery

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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.”

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“I’m still stuck on the superstition of not showering or washing our hair on New Year’s Day to ensure we don’t ‘wash away’ our year’s health and prosperity. So get that shower in at 11:59 NYE!” — Chef Trevor on his LNY superstitions.

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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:

Power of the Dragon Original Gift Set (Available at Nespresso)

Sulwhasoo Lunar New Year First Care Activating Serum VI (Available at Sephora)

Glasses from Mujosh

Nespresso

Sulwhasoo at Sephora

Mujosh

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Celebrate Lunar New Year at STC

Ring in the Year of the Dragon at STC! For the entire month of February, a majestic life size dragon standing 15 feet high will live in Centre Court and act as a beautiful centrepiece for your picture-perfect moments.

STC will also be hosting its first ever Lunar New Year MRKT from February 2 – 4 in Centre Court. Come and shop specialty products including, jewellery, cards, home goods, food, and more from Asian makers

Additionally, join us on February 3 to 4 from 2 – 3 pm in Centre Court for a Lunar New Year celebration with lion dances, martial arts performances and a dragon parade. And don’t forget to grab a red pocket while you’re there!

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Match the Occasion

Lunar New Year wouldn’t be complete without “lucky money” in red envelopes known as Hónɡ bāo in China, Li xi in Vietnam and Sae bae don in Korea. These envelopes are typically given out by elders and married couples to children and single people of the younger generation. This year, consider gifting one of our gift cards in your red envelope so your loved ones can shop their favourite stores at STC. Or try sending an e-gift card with a personalized video message wishing your loved one luck and prosperity for the year ahead.

Plus, don’t forget to take advantage of our Lunar New Year gift card promotion. From January 31st – February 14th, purchase a STC gift card and receive a bonus gift card in celebration of Lunar New Year. Spend $200-$499 and get a $10 bonus gift card. Spend $500-$999 and get a $25 bonus gift card. Spend $1000 and more, get a $50 bonus gift card.

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