Summer means one thing in Toronto: cottage season. Jeanne Beker searched Toronto’s top shops (and some cottage country boutiques) so you can take it easy in clothes that will take you from the dock to the bonfire with ease. And if you want to rep your lake, there’s a style solution for that too!
A. Provincial park crewneck
A cozy crewneck repping one of Canada’s best parks, made in Toronto? Yes, please. Peace Collective, $96, 65 Front St. W.
B. Jelly slide
Jelly shoes are all the rage this season, and they come with all the feel-good vibes of childhood nostalgia. Good Neighbour, $100, 1212 Yonge St.
C. Linen pants
“These are so cool. You can pull these over a swimsuit or sit around at night with a big sweatshirt on and you’d be ultra cosy.” Left on Friday, $180, 884 Queen St. W.
D. Bucket hat
“This has got style, and with that tie under it’s a great hat for boating!” 6 by Gee Beauty, $135, 6 Roxborough St. W.
E. Shift dress
“This shape is great for all body types and you can really dress this up or down. And this electric blue is beautiful.” Left on Friday, $180, 884 Queen St. W.
F. Cord necklace
“This necklace brings out your inner mermaid, and it’s on a cord that doesn’t take itself too seriously and looks really rustic. I love the turquoise and blues!” Simons, $29, 3401 Dufferin St.
G. Rollneck Muskoka knit
This very nautical design also has a bit of a handmade touch to it, thanks to the cursive embroidery. Snapdragon Designs, $195, 99 Maple St., Port Carling
H. Swimsuit
“The high neck is great for sun protection, and this would look fabulous with a pair of white jeans.” Knix, $95, 294 Queen St. W.
I. T-shirt
“This is a cute cropped shirt in a great colour, and I love the artisanal, handmade look of the little applique.” Okayok, $95, 40 Sousa Mendes St.
J. Jorts
“These are such an interesting shape; it’s a denim short in the shape of a culotte. And these have a nice, high waist.” 6 By Gee Beauty, $185, 6 Roxborough St. W.
K. Trucker hat
Don a trucker hat this season to protect you from the sun — with the added bonus of repping your favourite lake. GVR Custom Apparel, $27, gvr-custom-apparel.myshopify.com
L. Keychain
The subtlety of a keychain offsets this not-so-subtle slogan in the best way. Muskoka Forever, $20, 119 Medora St., Unit 3, Port Carling
M. County sweatshirt
Trust Toronto’s own Province of Canada to design the most comfy, cozy sweater ever for lounging by the lake. Province of Canada, $128, 104 Ossington Ave.
N. Sneaker
Whether hiking is in the cards for you this summer or you just want to look like you hike, these outdoors-ready sneakers will do the trick. Getoutside, SALE $129.99, 437 Queen St. W.
O. Lake T-shirt
This Canadian brand has a T-shirt for basically every big lake in the country, so you can customize your cottage fit accordingly. Lakeshore Outfitters, SALE $20.39, lakeshoreoutfitters.ca
P. Tote
Opt for this fish print tote to add a bit of whimsy to your beach trip. Poppy and Peonies, $75, poppyandpeonies.com
For Jeanne Beker’s shopping guide for Dad, click here.
