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Holt Renfrew is considered Canada’s fashion and lifestyle retailer.

Founded in Quebec City in 1837, Holt Renfrew is renowned for unparalleled retail experiences and is Canada’s hub for the world’s best fashion and beauty brands. Recognized as a leader in personal service and experiences, the company’s mission is to empower self-expression and ignite positive change along with overarching commitments to sustainability and diversity and inclusion.

With seven stores across Canada, including four in the Greater Toronto Area, plus Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver, customers can also experience Holt Renfrew’s offerings via holtrenfrew.com.

Holt Renfrew was acquired by the Weston family in 1986 and continues to be privately and Canadian-owned as part of the Selfridges Group. Visit us at www.holtrenfrew.com.

The story of Cartier is founded on audacity and passion. For more than 170 years we have embraced a bold, pioneering spirit that continues to inspire our teams across all Métiers from our boutiques to our workshops and corporate offices. Our 8,500+ colleagues of 90 nationalities are united by a shared independent spirit and commitment to excellence, striving to continuously enrich our Maison’s heritage by pushing the boundaries of creativity.

Founded in Brussels in 1829, Delvaux is the oldest fine leather goods house in the world, crafting and designing without interruption in its workshops since then. Delvaux is the inventor of the modern handbag, having filed the first-ever leather handbag patent in the world, in 1908.

In 1933 Franz Schwennicke takes over the business. Delvaux becomes an exclusive brand and is the first to introduce seasonal collections, mirroring the practices of Haute Couture.

Under his direction and then later that of his wife, Solange, Delvaux produces countless masterpieces. The ateliers of Brussels and France produce handbags that stand out in the history of leather goods, such as the ‘Brillant’, created for the Brussels World Fair in 1958.

Steeped in the spirit of Belgian surrealism, la Maison Delvaux brings a witty approach to all its creations, infusing each design with an unconventional and original touch.

The first luxury leather goods house in the world is unlike any other. In the hands of its highly skilled leather artisans, Delvaux bags become genuine works of art.

Delvaux has a long and rich history. More than 3,000 handbag designs have been created since 1829. To this day, every new creation continues to be described, sketched and catalogued in Delvaux’s Golden Book, the “Livre d’Or”.

Founded in 1917 by Cristóbal Balenciaga, Balenciaga is an iconic fashion house that has stood at the forefront of haute couture for over a century. From its humble beginnings in San Sebastian, Spain, the brand quickly gained a reputation for its unique and revolutionary designs, which combined a deep understanding of tailoring with a visionary sense of form and proportion. Despite political unrest leading to its relocation to Paris in 1937, Balenciaga thrived and continued to push the boundaries of fashion, solidifying its status as a leading fashion house.

Throughout the mid 20th century, Balenciaga was renowned for its innovative silhouettes and masterful craftsmanship, which redefined the standards of beauty in fashion. Cristóbal Balenciaga was widely regarded as a master of his craft, with iconic designs such as the tunic dress and the balloon jacket influencing the trajectory of fashion. His dedication to his craft was matched by his business acumen, leading to the international expansion of the brand.

In recent years, Balenciaga has continued to maintain its reputation as a trailblazer in the fashion industry. The brand's commitment to innovation and creative expression is evident in its contemporary collections, which seamlessly blend traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics. Under the creative direction of designers such as Nicolas Ghesquière and Demna Gvasalia, Balenciaga has continued to evolve, reinvent, and reshape the fashion landscape, staying true to its legacy while looking towards the future.

Art is the foundation of David Yurman. It is the story of the company’s beginning and its future. Founded by two artists, David and Sybil Yurman, in New York in 1980, the family-owned jewelry brand is rooted in artistic inspiration, craftsmanship and unconventional yet elegant designs. Since its beginning, the Yurmans have maintained a unique and unwavering take on luxury—relaxed and uniquely American.

Richard Morszeck who – inspired by the early days of aviation – discovered grooved aluminum as the ideal lightweight material for RIMOWA suitcases. A design classic was born. With the same ingenuity and courage as his father and grandfather, third generation owner Dieter Morszeck paved the way for RIMOWA’s global success. Thanks to his focus on state-of-the-art technology, uncompromising quality and timeless design, RIMOWA suitcases have become the global companion of choice for a sophisticated clientele. Today, with 3,000 employees worldwide, RIMOWA continues to combine craftsmanship with precision technology and a commitment to courageous innovation, staying true to its heritage in today’s ever-changing world.

Casual chic, aristocratic elegance and femininity all combine in the timeless world of Givenchy. Its style is the signature of Hubert de Givenchy, who established his own haute couture House at the beginning of the 1950s. Combining finesse, discretion and elegance, he ensured his designs and ateliers rose to the top and played a key role in international fashion. In 1957, the House expanded its scope with the launch of its first fragrance, L’Interdit – a product of the legendary friendship between Hubert de Givenchy and Audrey Hepburn. Ever since, Givenchy fragrances have continued to cultivate elegance and boldness in order to enhance feminine beauty.

In June 2020, Givenchy opened a new chapter in its history with the appointment of Matthew M. Williams as Creative Director of women’s and men’s collections.

Watchfinder & Co. is a pre-owned luxury watch retailer founded in 2002 that buys, sells and part-exchanges premium watches from more than 50 brands. It operates as a multichannel business, combining online commerce with directly operated boutiques and showrooms and its own certified service centre.

Watchfinder was acquired by Richemont in 2018 and today sits within Richemont’s ‘Other’ business area, alongside the group’s Fashion & Accessories maisons.

Milan, 1984: a plaque outside a small office shows the surnames Dolce&Gabbana, almost as if it were a professional studio. Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, with only two million lire in their pockets, thus began to write the history of the brand that they would have founded shortly after, in 1985, giving life to an all-Italian dream made up of craftsmanship, tailoring tradition, Mediterranean culture, innovation instinct and a pinch of irony. The first clothing collections would follow over time with a wide and varied offer, an expression of dedication, study and research: a virtuous path that culminates in 2012 with the dream of high fashion.

Behind every Dolce&Gabbana creation lie the secrets of many crafts, the devotion to work, attention to detail and love for beauty. After more than thirty-five years, Dolce&Gabbana continues to be inspired by Italian art, traditions and culture by offering clothes, accessories, jewelry and watches that embody a unique heritage of knowledge and emotions.

Bottega Veneta, an Italian luxury brand, was established in 1966 in the Veneto region of Italy by Michele Taddei and Renzo Zengiaro. The brand's name translates to "Venetian Shop," reflecting its deep roots in the artisanship and culture of its birthplace. Bottega Veneta initially gained recognition for its artisanal leather goods, especially its signature intrecciato weave design, a pattern that has become synonymous with the brand's commitment to understated luxury and quality. Over time, the company expanded its portfolio to include ready-to-wear, footwear, accessories, and home decor, all the while maintaining its original ethos of craftsmanship and quality.

In the 2000s, Bottega Veneta underwent a period of revitalization under the creative direction of Tomas Maier, who introduced the brand's motto, "When your own initials are enough." This phrase embodied the company's dedication to individuality and personal expression, eschewing conspicuous logos in favor of subtle, timeless elegance. Today, Bottega Veneta is a part of the Kering Group, one of the world's leading luxury goods groups. With a global network of boutiques and a strong digital presence, Bottega Veneta continues to set standards in luxury, its products serving as a testament to the brand's rich heritage and commitment to craftsmanship.