Canadian designers sticking together
Montreal’s Myriam Maguire offers her home-grown gift guide,
The next time you find yourself wanting a pair of chunky, lug-tread loafers or some endlessly wearable ankle boots, consider Maguire.
The Montreal-based brand is the brainchild of footwear industry vet Myriam Maguire and her sister Romy, who wanted to team quality European production with a transparent direct-to-consumer pricing model. Maguire was born online, but now boasts two adorable boutiques in Montreal and Toronto.
“As a Canadian retailer in these extraordinary times, I am super grateful for all the support our customers have shown,” says Maguire. “I want to share the love and shine the spotlight on some other great Canadian brands and products that I absolutely adore.”
Here are some inspiring, made-in-Canada gifts and ideas for shopping local.
“We designed this bag for people who commute by bicycle but don’t want to carry a casual backpack at work. It’s convertible, so you have the practicality of a backpack and the formality of a tote in one.”
Maguire bag $290, maguireboutique.com
“I fell in love with colourful gloves during a trip to Florence and decided to import them to Canada for a fair price. These are a sure bet as a gift for any woman in your life.” Maguire gloves $85, maguireboutique.com
“I’ve been eyeing these earrings for months. I hope someone I know reads this article before Christmas!” Biko earrings $105, ilovebiko.com
“Unisex wallet made in Montreal. They also make shoes by hand (respect from a fellow shoemaker).” Hotel Motel wallet $120, atelierhotelmotel.com
“This is the perfect apres-ski outfit. Even though I injured my knee and I can’t ski anymore I still want this hoodie! All praise unisex clothes, so you can match with your partner.” Praise fleece hoodie $188, praiseofficial.com
“I would wear these pandemic or no. Love the prints and the colours!” Kate Austin face masks $30 ( for 2), kateaustindesigns.com