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The Summer Party That'll Be a Smash Hit!

10 Jul 2018

The first act of the day takes place in the yard, where the stage must be perfectly set!

To define the space and make it comfortable for your guests, start laying down decorative rugs that are specially designed for the outdoors.

Circular beach towels with pretty fringed edges are perfect to put out for a relaxed atmosphere.

Enhanced by colourful poufs and printed cushions, the decor starts to take shape!
Bright, intense shades pair with fruity, tropical patterns and produce sensational results.

Save yourself from worry by opting for waterproof accessories that will withstand bad weather and the sun's strong rays.

When it’s time for intermission, water the sweet-smelling plants and pretty flowers that decorate your planters.

Gather all the fresh ingredients you’ll need for your culinary creations!

To welcome your guests and whet their appetite, put together fresh appetizers to snack on.
Thread cubes of watermelon and feta cheese onto small skewers and top everything off with fresh basil leaves.
Place them on a pretty decorative tray in order to delight your audience's eyes as well as their taste buds!

As it comes time for cocktail hour, quench the thirst of kids and adults with a delicious mocktail.

Pineapples, summer's fruit superstars, will steal the spotlight!

When you're about to serve, a sprig of rosemary and the petals of a few edible flowers will give your glasses the perfect finishing touch. Get ready for a guaranteed standing ovation!

To end the day in the very best way, add throws and lanterns that will warm the hearts of all your guests when the sun sets.
This is the key to celebrating and enjoying summer’s spectacular soirées to the max!
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Urban Hives on Our Rooftops: Beekeeper Visits

For four years now, we've been involved in saving the bees, the busy workers who play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity.

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Spotlight 26.05.2021

Ester Manas: One Size Fits All!

Ester Manas, the emerging and ingenious Belgian brand, offers inclusive, sustainable, and refreshing fashion! How? By revolutionizing the one-size-fits-all concept: a single garment can fit as many sizes as possible thanks to elements that allow it to adapt to all silhouettes according to morphology, the passage of time, and changing bodies. It's a completely new concept for dressing women of all shapes and sizes!

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Spotlight 04.05.2021

Marimekko : 70 Years of Joie de Vivre

This year, renowned Finnish brand Marimekko celebrates its 70th birthday. Over the past seven decades, Marimekko has combined simple shapes and bold colours to create a fabulous, distinctive look that celebrates life and transcends time.

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Spotlight 03.02.2021

Scandinavian Design: Nordic Lifestyle at Its Best!

Bien plus qu'un mouvement de design, le style scandinave incarne un mode de vie centré sur le bien-être.

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Spotlight 12.01.2021

Twik x Glowing: Protect the Jewels of the Ocean

A new year: a new environmental cause. In 2021, Simons wishes to once again take concrete action on behalf of our planet.

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Spotlight 25.12.2020

An Ode to the Holidays

Simons has a sincerely profound appreciation for words. Words that move and astonish, words that encourage and inspire... On this special Christmas Day, we'd like to treat you to these wonderful, enduring, and precious verses written by an eloquent poet.

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Spotlight 24.12.2020

Meet Samantha, a singer, writer, and dancer

2020 has been a difficult year, but as the saying goes: every cloud has a silver lining! Many have treated this year as a chance to rediscover themselves and an opportunity to underline what's important in life.

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Spotlight 23.12.2020

Meet Pierre, a singer-songwriter

Original singer-songwriter. Builder of eclectic universes. Passionate about art and design. Pierre Lapointe is a brilliant jack-of-all-trades who's been lighting up the francophone art scene for nearly 20 years.

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Spotlight 22.12.2020

Meet Nakuset, executive director of the Native Women's Shelter of Montreal

Our interview with Nakuset begins with her telling us the captivating story of how she received her spirit name.

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Spotlight 21.12.2020

Meet Samantha and Ashton, high school students

Three qualities stand out when speaking to Ashton and Samantha Gillett: resilience, sensibility, and wisdom. These are invaluable character traits that everyone should develop.

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Spotlight 20.12.2020

Meet Seanmary, an airport screening officer, and George, a restaurant owner

Seanmary Siv, George Bozikis, and their little daughter, Vivian, may be a small family of three, but their contribution to the community of Montreal cannot be measured. While Seanmary works as a screening officer at the airport, George's family owns Nostos, a Greek restaurant that's been up and running for 20 years!

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Spotlight 19.12.2020

Meet Ariane, a professor at Concordia University

The benevolent gaze and warm smile of Ariane, a young medieval literature professor at Concordia University, immediately sets a friendly tone for our discussion.

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Spotlight 18.12.2020

Meet Sender, a surgeon, and Antoine, a real estate investment analyst

This past year has been a challenging one for Dr. Sender Liberman, a surgical oncologist, his partner Antoine Saker, a specialist in real estate investment analysis, and their two young children, Noa and Jonah.

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Spotlight 17.12.2020

Meet the family of Alexandra Boisrond, a special educator

Seen through the eyes of a child, the holidays sparkle with magic and surprises. For Alexandra, Evens, and their two daughters, it's a time made up of simple and precious moments that nothing can change, not even 2020.

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Spotlight 16.12.2020

Meet Stanley, bus driver

If you ever get the chance to ride Stanley Massaquoi's bus, you'll meet a very charming man. Despite the distance that separates us, he's all smiles throughout our interview as we take a seat in his world.

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Spotlight 15.12.2020

Meet Lina, a painter

Radiant, bubbly, warm. That's the incredible Lina in a nutshell. Her authenticity is palpable and her energy is contagious, even through the screen that separates us.

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Spotlight 14.12.2020

Meet Chinh, a passionate

If the holiday season could be summed up by a fundamental concept, it would be sharing—sharing traditions, feasts, and moments of joy. It's of these undoubtedly familiar rituals that Chinh Vu is also thinking about at this time of year.

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Spotlight 13.12.2020

Meet Anya, soloist for Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal

As a soloist for Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal, Anya Nesvitaylo's Decembers are usually busy with a marathon of performances of The Nutcracker. “It's non-stop,” she admits, but she can't wait to go on stage every evening.

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Spotlight 12.12.2020

Meet Daphné, a daycare owner

Daphné Laberge-Larivée is a traveller, entrepreneur, and warm-hearted person who enjoys beautifying the everyday and brightening every moment with her innovative ideas.

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Spotlight 11.12.2020

Meet James, a postman for Canada Post

If there is one thing we've learned this year, it's to appreciate the hard work of our essential workers. As some parts of our society have shut down, others have forged ahead to keep communities on their feet.

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Spotlight 10.12.2020

Meet Fanny and Patrick, co-owners of the Othā Yoga studio

Their kindness and personality beam through the screen. During our warm, emotional, and honest conversation, the couple opened up about the year they just went through, what it has brought them, and the holidays that they've promised themselves they'll enjoy… one breath at a time.

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Spotlight 09.12.2020

Meet Laurie, a nurse, and Dominique, a library technician

As the December sun sets, a lovely quartet appears on my screen: Dominique and Laurie, respectively a library technician and a nurse, along with their adorable nine-year-old twins, Simone and Léo. A palpable bond and Zen-like calm seem to emanate from this family.

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Spotlight 08.12.2020

Meet 7Starr, Goof, and Sin'cere, krump dancers

When asked how he would describe krump, a street dance style characterized by energetic and exaggerated movements, to those who had ever seen it before, 7Starr, a Canadian krump pioneer, responds with an answer that is a mixture of science, poetry, and passion.

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Spotlight 07.12.2020

Meet Thierry and Jules, brothers and head chefs

Thierry and Jules Bruneau believe their passion for cooking comes from their father. While he never worked in a restaurant, his delicious recipes sparked his sons' interest in the culinary arts.

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Spotlight 06.12.2020

Meet Caeli, a diver on Team Canada

It's officially December, the month renowned for being fun and festive, when people usually dive wholeheartedly into the holidays! Far from letting this past year dampen their spirits, many are taking the time this season to look back at how they've overcome the difficulties 2020 has placed in their path.

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Spotlight 05.12.2020

Meet Charles, a volunteer involved in his community

Spring 2020. Every morning, Charles Bottex takes Cléo for a walk. Cléo is the beloved dog of his daughter and neighbour, Ariane. He spends a peaceful hour meandering the deserted streets and alleyways of Montreal during lockdown. His steps lead him in every direction, from north to south and east to west. Meanwhile, his mind wanders all the way to Haiti.

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Spotlight 04.12.2020

Meet Jade, a communications student and model

We're delighted to introduce the lively Jade Cholette, model and communication sciences student at Université de Montréal. You may have already caught a glimpse of her on our website or in one of our stores, since this isn't her first time posing for Simons' cameras.

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Spotlight 03.12.2020

Meet Célestin, soloist for the Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal

It's a rare thing to encounter someone who's not afraid of celebrating Christmas differently—far from parents, as intimate celebrations with yourself or your chosen family. Célestin Boutin is one of the few who welcome the holidays with the same concentrated joy and goodwill, no matter what happens.

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Spotlight 02.12.2020

Meet Ellie, a life coach

When the lockdown began last March, Ellie Ballentine, a life coach and facilitator, was moved to use her skills and expertise to help others. “I think these kinds of things call upon us to do things very differently,” she explains.

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Spotlight 01.12.2020

Meet Léane and Philippe, high school teachers

This small, united clan has a secret strength: a precious bond that has been formed and forged over the years. Both as parents and as a couple, the mother and father have always focused on the comfort of family life, which has allowed them to appreciate the moments they spend together. Léane Laforest, Philippe Sabourin, and their daughters, Maude and Lili, look forward to the holiday season as a time to come together, to relax, and, above all else, to share magical moments at their chalet.

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Spotlight 30.11.2020

Brightening Your December

It's here, the last month of a year that's been unlike any other. Marked by profound upheavals, 2020 has pushed us to constantly adapt and reinvent ourselves.

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Spotlight 02.11.2020

Let's Support Canadian Food Banks

Now more than ever with the holidays approaching, Simons wants all Canadians to have a hot meal on their table. Since no one deserves to go hungry and in order to draw this year full of challenges and emotions to a close, help us in making this period a bit brighter for those in need.

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Spotlight 09.10.2020

The Age of Vintage!

The buzz around vintage fashion is bigger than it's ever been before. From it being a great way to state your one-of-a-kind style to it being a meaningful and eco-friendly act, second-hand shopping has been rising in popularity over the last few years. But, is this movement here to stay? While some might answer with a simple "of course!" others might say, in a more serious tone, that "it has to."

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Spotlight 11.08.2020

A Fishing Trip with Fred Campbell from Hooké

Fishing is the perfect pastime to get in touch with nature. It is accessible, social, and meditative. Whether you do it alone or with companions, it allows amateur and experienced fishers alike to marvel at our provinces' precious resources.

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Spotlight 11.08.2020

One-Mile Wear: Carefully Considered Basics for Quick Trips Close to Home

For the past few months, fashion has sworn by one trend in particular: One-Mile Wear. A lot of significance lies behind these three little words.

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Spotlight 07.08.2020

With Stargazing, the Sky is the Limit

As mysterious as they are awe-inspiring, stars have been a source of wonder for kids and grown-ups throughout history. This summer, become the stargazer you were born to be!

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Spotlight 31.07.2020

A BBQ-Ready Recipe by Connie DeSousa

Is having a fun, grill-filled summer at the top of your priority list? It is on ours! In the hopes of bringing you the very best BBQ advice we could, we brought in the big guns by reaching out to a real grill guru. As a Canadian chef, mother, mentor, and culinary queen, Connie DeSousa and her co-chef John Jackson co-own five dining establishments.

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Spotlight 20.07.2020

An Interview with Marit Ilison

The dresses and colourful pieces created by this Estonian designer get us daydreaming with every collection. This season, her work takes a historical approach to a creative, new capsule collection featuring prints inspired by the past. Come meet an inspiring artist!

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Spotlight 17.07.2020

Our In-Store Health Measures Guide

In order to always provide you with safe and attentive customer service, we have put many measures in place that allow us to ensure your health and that of our employees.

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Spotlight 17.06.2020

Jacquemus: Burning Bright

Full of light, colour, and undeniable country charm, Jacquemus' Spring/Summer 2020 catwalk left its mark on the fashion world. First, by where it took place, in the middle of a blooming lavender field in Valensole, Provence, while the temperature soared to 35°C in the blazing sun. (But what more could you ask for when your collection is called Coup de Soleil, or “Sunburn?”) And second, by the eye-catching pieces on display. It was a succession of 65 coed looks made of naturally elegant, inventive, and meticulous garments that were full of references to the designer's childhood, which he spent in Southern France.

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Spotlight 05.06.2020

To All Graduates - A Word from Peter Simons

With all the events unfolding in our world today, I wanted to take a moment to offer my congratulations to thegraduating high school class of 2020.

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Spotlight 22.05.2020

Types of Dresses Every Woman Needs

Whether they're long, flared, or fitted, dresses have evolved over the years while maintaining their place on the top shelf of women's wardrobes. Follow our guide and discover the main types of dresses, as well as our tips on how to wear them.

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Spotlight 23.04.2020

An Interview with Beaufille

Sisters Parris and Chloé Gordon are the creative forces behind this sought-after Canadian brand, which has been winning over journalists and fashionistas alike. Meet the duo

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Spotlight 15.04.2020

The North Face: In Exploration Mode

The North Face is the story of an expedition to the hidden side of the mountain, the one that calls to the hearts of adventurers and that feeds their quest for exploration, innovation, and style.

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Spotlight 15.04.2020

An Interview with Kathryn Bowen

Établie à Toronto, la jeune designer Kathryn Bowen redonne ses lettres de noblesse au vêtement avec des coupes précises entre tradition et modernité. Rencontre avec une créatrice de talent.

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Spotlight 14.04.2020

An Interview with Elisa C-Rossow

Based in Montreal, this designer has made her mark with her chic and timeless aesthetic. Here's our discussion with the authentic and inspiring designer.

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Spotlight 10.04.2020

An Interview with École de Pensée

Since 2014, this Montreal brand has delivered a utilitarian wardrobe in which luxury is synonymous with timelessness and understatement. Meet these Canadian designers.

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Spotlight 04.03.2020

Fashion by and for Women

This International Women's Day, we would like to thank those women who have fostered our love of fashion since 1840. Thank you for sharing in our passion. Without you, we wouldn't be who we are today.

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Spotlight 24.02.2020

Rainy Day Essentials

As winter fades away and we transition into spring, the weather can get pretty grey and rainy. Don't get discouraged though! We've prepped a list of essential pieces and accessories that'll brighten up even the dreariest of days.

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Spotlight 11.02.2020

Oscars 2020: The Red Carpet's Top Trends

The 92nd Academy Awards took place on February 9. Wearing daring and sophisticated looks, Hollywood's newcomers and brightest stars walked the red carpet at the famous Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Get inspired by their designer gowns and discover the trends that stood out at this celebrated ceremony.

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Spotlight 11.02.2020

Frida, A Nonconformist Icon

Her first name, Frida, is all we need to recognize this famous and unique Mexican painter. Quite often, she's associated first with her well-known look and secondly with her artwork. Why has this artist become a fashion muse, a status that she has maintained in the over 60 years since her death? What explains her endless modernity?

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Spotlight 24.01.2020

Vitamin E: Protects and Repairs

Since its discovery in 1922, vitamin E has made a lot of progress. Originally extracted from plants, it was synthesized for the first time in 1938.

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Spotlight 16.01.2020

Combining Fitness and Eco-Friendly Fashion

This year, why not make caring for your physical well-being and the well-being of the environment your goal? Now more than ever, environmental consciousness is part of our everyday life, whether it's our habits at home or at work, how we get around, or our clothing.

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Spotlight 20.12.2019

Facing Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore: The Identity Question from All Angles

For the past few months, a gigantic “they” in white neon lights has been decorating the entryway of the Ottawa Art Gallery. These four letters escape no one's notice and create an air of mystery. What's hidden behind them? To whom do they belong? It's the voice of Cara Tierney (they/them), an interdisciplinary artist who's invested in questions of gender and identity, that resounds behind the immense neutral pronoun

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Spotlight 13.12.2019

Shea Butter: An Indispensable Moisturizer

The shea tree grows primarily in West Africa and produces a fruit from which we extract shea butter. This fruit has a rich and smooth texture as well as a slightly earthy scent, similar to a hazelnut. Despite being called a butter, it's actually a type of vegetable oil.

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Spotlight 06.12.2019

How to Choose and Care for Your Shaving Brush for Traditional Shaving

You've just received a traditional shaving kit and inside there's this… hairy thing. This little brush, whose bristles are often made of badger hair, is used for lathering your soap or shaving cream. In addition to producing your lather for shaving, this tool also helps you to properly spread it on your face before you start to go over your skin with the razor.

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Spotlight 05.12.2019

Holiday Gift Ideas for All the Men on Your List

Every year, finding the perfect gift to match the personality of every man in your entourage can be a challenge. What do you give to the guy who loves nights in watching Netflix? To the master chef or to the man who's just learning his way around the kitchen? To the insatiable jetsetter? Even more difficult is finding gift ideas for men who have everything.

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Spotlight 23.11.2019

The Magic of Canada's Christmas Markets

December is here and winter has already slipped on its white coat. It's time for twinkle lights, Christmas carols, and comforting scents. It's also the time of year when tons of Christmas markets open in different towns and cities across Canada. It's the perfect opportunity to find decorations, regional products, and unique gifts that have been made by artisans. Here are a few suggestions that'll help you discover Canada's Christmas markets from east to west and make you experience the magic of the season to the max!

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Spotlight 22.11.2019

Eco-Friendly Wrapping Options for Going Green This Holiday

Don't forget to give a gift to Mother Nature this year. In order to make the holiday season a snap and give you peace of mind, we've got different alternatives for reusable and recycled gift wrapping. No more wasting paper, ribbons, and single-use bows! Eco-friendly and economical, these sublime creations are sure to make your loved ones smile.

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Spotlight 20.11.2019

Holiday Gift Ideas for All the Ladies on Your List

Every year, it's a challenge to find a present that's perfect for all wonderful women we know.

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Spotlight 19.11.2019

The 5 Commandments to Follow for a Happy and Healthy Beard

All self-respecting bearded men should make sure their facial hair always looks flawless. For some, this seems to be a difficult task that's nothing short of a miracle.

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Spotlight 19.11.2019

Argan Oil: A Luxurious Elixir for Hydration

Argan is a plant originally from Morocco that produces a small round, oval, or cone-shaped fruit that's well-known all over the world, mainly for its oil. Its numerous benefits have earned it the nickname “liquid gold.”

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Spotlight 15.11.2019

Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for sustainable and ethical gifts? Give everyone on your list the chance to start off 2020 on the right foot with our gift ideas that are as unique as they are eco-friendly.

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Spotlight 01.11.2019

The Holiday Decor Guide

Soon, a thick, white coat of snow will cover the ground, timeless carols will fill the air, and houses will shine bright with a thousand and one colours…

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Spotlight 24.10.2019

Cocktail Dress Trends For The Season's Soirees

Are chic events and parties filling up your calendar? Is your agenda almost as busy as a Hollywood star's? No doubt about it, the holidays are almost here and you're in full-on celebration mode.

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Spotlight 23.10.2019

Why Is It Called “Black Friday?”

Black Friday is without a doubt the most anticipated shopping day of the year. Falling on the day after American Thanksgiving, shoppers rush in store and online to pick up tons of items at reduced prices to give as holiday gifts. This day is intense and full quick decision making, as much for consumers as it is for the stores. But where does the name “Black Friday” come from? Discover the origins of this day of incredible deals.

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Spotlight 22.10.2019

Your Essentials for the Perfect Cozy Day Indoors

Between work, obligations, family, and friends, it's easy to neglect and forget about yourself. However, we think that you definitely deserve quality downtime in order to be able to really relax.

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Spotlight 17.10.2019

Recreate Outfits from Your Favorite TV Shows

The month of October is here, filled with lots of caramel lattés, invitations to Halloween parties, and the question that kills you every year: who will you be for Halloween? In order to give you inspiration, we've thought of seven on-trend options! Read our article and choose which character from the small screen you want to be on October 31.

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Spotlight 16.10.2019

Safety Razors Are for Women Too

Ladies, you're used to buying Rituels products for your boyfriend, father, and other important men in your life, but now, we need to talk about… you.

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Spotlight 10.10.2019

Jojoba Oil: A Tiny Hydrating Treasure

You've most likely used a product that contains jojoba oil without even knowing it. This plant, coming from the northwestern part of Mexico and from the southern parts of Arizona and California, is used in the cosmetics industry for its numerous beneficial properties.

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Spotlight 03.10.2019

3 Winter Sports to Discover in Style

Winter can be a difficult time for athletes, but like us, you believe that the cold weather is no excuse to stay sedentary! To maintain your motivation during a snowstorm or when the temperatures drop, what's better than gearing up for new outdoor adventures?

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Spotlight 01.10.2019

Men's Winter Coats and Jackets: Choose Your Ally

As beautiful as it may be, winter in Quebec isn't easy! Just like how fashion follows in the footsteps of runway trends, we have to adapt so many of our daily habits to the cold climate: Find the coat that will see you through your day-to-day by being perfectly suited to your style and what you need when it comes to warmth.

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Spotlight 27.09.2019

Behind the Pattern

Each season, our team of designers creates new patterns for our decors. At their worktable, Audrey and Julie draw, exchange, and fine-tune their designs until they've come up with the most modern and unique patterns that have Simons' signature touch.

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Spotlight 27.09.2019

Aloe: A Plant with Many Virtues for Hydrated Skin

Known by those who have a green thumb, aloe is a plant with multiple benefits that few really know about. We find it everywhere in men's grooming products but what is its real function?

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Spotlight 24.09.2019

5 Hiking Destinations Where You Can Wear the Trekking Trend

Vests with snap links, bucket hats, and pants and shorts with XXL cargo pockets—styles from the great outdoors have officially become a staple in our wardrobes this year.

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Spotlight 10.09.2019

How to Shave with a Safety Razor

Are you a new to traditional shaving or are you curious but hesitant because shaving with a safety razor seems difficult? Don't worry: after a brief learning period, it's fast, enjoyable and easy!

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Spotlight 03.09.2019

The New Traveller Collection: A Wardrobe Made For The Modern Traveller

Imagine combining efficiency and elegance in every moment of everyday life—from the hustle and bustle of the airport to the more formal affair of a boardroom business meeting. Now it's possible thanks to the new Traveller collection designed exclusively by Simons!

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Spotlight 15.07.2019

Marathon Season: What to wear on your runs?

5 or 10, 21.1 or 42.2 km, whatever your goal for running might be, it's essential to be well prepared and well dressed.

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Spotlight 28.06.2019

Polo Shirts for Men: Game Changers in Your Summer Wardrobe

Straddling both chic and casual, the polo is one of our favourite menswear pieces for summer. The ultimate wardrobe chameleon, it combines the comfort of a T-shirt with the elegance of a shirt and can be worn with sportswear or on more formal occasions. Take a look at this summer's trends for this iconic top.

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Spotlight 21.06.2019

Beach Vacation: What to Wear to Top Destinations

Here we are. The weather is mild, the days are getting longer, and when it's about 20 degrees out, we can only think of one thing: beach getaways. Influencers are already flooding our Instagram feed with summer outfits and giving us lots of ideas for future vacation destinations. Whether you're escaping to the heart of the Cyclades in Greece, travelling to see the blue waters of Maui, or flying to taste the fantastic flavors of Bali, we've created a clothing selection that's perfect for the beach, the patio, strolls around the city, and summer's most spectacular soirees.

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Spotlight 20.06.2019

Mike Eckhaus & Zoe Latta talk about the clothes they wear with Anjia Aronowsky Cronberg

When you dedicate your life to making other people look good in clothes, what kind of clothes make you feel good about yourself? When you're surrounded by fashion all day, every day, do you get more or less self-conscious about your own clothing choices? What do designers wear, and why?

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Spotlight 17.06.2019

One Chance in a Million

Bradley Chance Hays (who also goes by Chance) knows he's succeeded in doing what he's meant to do in life when he sees someone smile and appreciate his artwork.

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Spotlight 11.06.2019

Men's Summer Clothing Essentials — 2019 Trends

A true style playground, men's summer fashion introduces lots of creative clothing options as well as tons of new arrivals. When the temperature rises and the sun shines its brightest, comfort and protection are key. However, since summer is also a season full of celebrations, why not enjoy having fun with your wardrobe? Here are the top trends that'll help you find stylish warm weather clothing.

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Spotlight 07.06.2019

The Best Workout Clothes For Men

A guide for runners, golfers, gym buffs, and outdoor enthusiasts!

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Spotlight 01.05.2019

How to Choose the Right Sports Bra

Whether you're a runner, love practicing yoga, or are a CrossFit fan, one item that's a major must in your workout wardrobe is a sports bra.

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Spotlight 26.04.2019

Danica x Simons Maison: Together for an Eco-Friendly Collection

For many years, Simons and Danica, a Vancouver design company, have had a special relationship. Already actively involved in environmental issues, Danica was the perfect partner to develop a collection of eco-friendly decor items in collaboration with our Simons Maison buyers.

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Spotlight 23.04.2019

Vacation Outfits: Fashion Essentials for Your Next Trip

Whether you're going to the beach, the mountains, or to an urban destination, it's important that you bring the right clothes for your sunny escape.

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Spotlight 19.04.2019

The ABC's of Swimwear for Women

Choosing a bathing suit can be the most crucial step of planning your vacation...

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Spotlight 19.04.2019

Finding the Perfect Prom Dress

Big night almost here and you're not quite ready yet? Are you wondering what the hottest colors and fabrics for prom dresses will be, what length of dress you should wear, or which shoes and accessories you should pick out to add the finishing touch to your look? We can help!

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Spotlight 19.04.2019

Ambition, Amour & Joie de Vivre: An Interview with Jill Lecours Grimard

It's Wednesday morning and we have a meeting with Jill Lecours Grimard. April's sunshine keeps us warm as we head off towards the studio of the watercolour artist and founder of Amour & Joie de Vivre.

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Spotlight 17.04.2019

A Conversation with Catherine Simard

To celebrate our Creating an Echo collection, influencer and globe-trotter Catherine Simard became our i.FIV5 photography ambassadress for the second time in a row.

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Spotlight 08.04.2019

I.FIV5 x CPAWS | Exploring Lands of Hope

With our eco-friendly I.FIV5 collection called “Creating An Echo,” we hope to shine a light on the environmental issues that we at Simons care so deeply about.

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Spotlight 27.03.2019

Into the Blue: A Salute to Yves Klein

Klein felt canvases, sculptures, and even sponges covered in monochrome colours worked best to awaken our awareness of the infinite because, similar to being in a meditative trance, they could transport the viewer out of the present moment and into a metaphysical realm. According to Klein, monochromes liberated anything from its physical form and allowed the viewer to experience immateriality.

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Spotlight 16.03.2019

Jaipur Collection: Textiles Full of History

The Pink City, the royal city, the cradle of the gemstone trade, the crossroads for fabric artisans…

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Spotlight 04.03.2019

Celebrating Female Leaders for International Women's Day

At Simons, we experience the magic that happens when women work together and support each other, since our company is primarily made up of women. Today, more than ever, we are proud to promote women leaders.

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Spotlight 15.01.2019

What to Wear to a Wedding

The invitation has arrived! You're getting ready to attend a celebration of love that promises to be unforgettable. But what will you wear?

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Spotlight 24.12.2018

Behind the Scenes: A Visit to Maison Jean Longpré

Twice a year, our team in charge of artistic direction at Simons Maison sets out to select a house to act as a backdrop in our seasonal decor catalogue.

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Spotlight 05.12.2018

Ornaments & Origami

Assembling our window displays for the holidays is an early sign that the season for making merry is just around the corner.

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Spotlight 09.11.2018

A Stunning Table Setting

Are you familiar with the expression “eating with your eyes?” Whether it's a hearty meal or a more formal fête, taking your seat around a table that's beautifully set and divinely decorated can definitely influence your dining experience.

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Spotlight 28.09.2018

Showing Support

This fall, Simons is extremely proud to be teaming up with the Breast Cancer Foundation. The Foundation's spokesperson, Mitsou Gélinas, and four of its ambassadresses agreed to model for one of our photo shoots and to share with us what it is that gives them strength, courage, and hope.

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Spotlight 12.09.2018

VOLCOM X GEORGIA MAY JAGGER

Volcom recently made the journey over to London to meet their muse, international model Georgia May Jagger, and propose the idea of working together on their latest project: a brand new collection.

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Spotlight 10.08.2018

Just Tiffany

Dazzling and down-to-earth is how we would describe Canadian model Tiffany Meia. Featured in our latest Twik photo shoot, she's not only garnered tons of followers on Instagram, but also contracts with world-famous brands like Levi's, The North Face, Tiffany & Co., and Nike. We recently sat down with her to discuss her career, family, and goals.

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Spotlight 26.06.2018

The National Portrait and a New Age for Art

The final phase of the nationwide 3DCanada project is finally being revealed! Admire the finished piece at the Ottawa Art Gallery from June 19 to August 19, 2018.

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Spotlight 26.06.2018

Hats off to Smithbilt

The legendary Calgary hatmaker keeps a time-honoured tradition alive and current.

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Spotlight 31.05.2018

Luis Barragán – Brilliance and Beauty

One of the things we love about fashion is the way it can instantly alter your mood.

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Spotlight 17.05.2018

The groom's clothing guide from Simons

Got engaged? Here are a few style tips for the next 3 big steps you need to plan for…

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Spotlight 15.05.2018

Festival Season

Thousands of people will be there. Listed on the line-up are dazzling performances, lots of music and fun, new friends, and that feeling of being part of an utterly unforgettable experience.

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Spotlight 08.05.2018

Family Influence Meets Future Impact

Beauty equals power – especially when it's a subtle approach to sustainable consumption like Winnipeg native Bronwyn Seier's beautiful and ethereal collection.

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Spotlight 04.05.2018

Put on Poetry with Designs from Lemaire and Tran

Season after season, Lemaire delivers unpretentious and pared-down collections, where luxury is found in the rich materials used and the structured, elegant cuts.

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Spotlight 19.04.2018

Nature Boy

When it comes to caring about the environment, we've got a lot in common with Simon Nessman, the face of our Spring/Summer 18 Men's Designer Campaign.

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Spotlight 05.04.2018

The Colourful Creativity of Marni

Creative, avant-garde, adventurous, meticulous, and unique: Marni's sophisticated and surprising style has been charming fashion fans since the brand's very beginning.

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Spotlight 14.03.2018

Opening at Galeries de la Capitale

The first net-zero energy store in Canada

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Spotlight 16.02.2018

Super Nova

It's hard not to get star struck sitting down with someone like Nova Orchid. Shining just as bright as her celestial namesake, this Montreal model shot to sartorial stardom by rocking the runway for some of fashion's foremost luminaries, like Chanel and Sonia Rykiel.

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Spotlight 01.02.2018

Meet the Models

It's not every day that two major models step into our studio, and even more rare that both call Canada home! We were excited to sit down with Elizabeth Davison and Steph Smith in order to learn a little bit more about these lovely ladies.

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Spotlight 29.12.2017

Holiday Heroes

As the magic of the holidays envelops us – in every city and town across the country, there are Canadians gifting something very special to our communities.

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Spotlight 29.11.2017

The Warmth of Winter

If Canadian winters are long and harsh, they're also impressive, unique, and host to a number of magnificently rich moments. This is what inspires the proud Canadian coat brand, Quartz Co.

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Spotlight 28.11.2017

Winter in the Windows

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas... This seasonal song is certainly ringing true at Simons as we recently installed our stunning window displays for the holidays. What's waiting for you as you pass in front of the glass? Snowy scenes presented in pale pinks and gorgeous light greens!

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Spotlight 02.11.2017

Simons Featured in Sharp Magazine

Sharp Magazine recently met with a few faces from our men's buying team at Simons. Discover a bit about these trend hunters who travel to cities around the world, looking for the best of the best in menswear.

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Spotlight 30.10.2017

Art and Sole

Saute-Mouton is the brainchild of a family of passionate, skilled artisans. It's 33 people who work tirelessly to make sleek and comfortable boots to face the biting cold of Canadian winters. And it is a company that is fundamentally proud to be Canadian.

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Spotlight 26.10.2017

Raising the Barre for Art & Culture: Ballet BC's Emily Molnar takes us into the future of ballet

When Emily Molnar took over as artistic director of Ballet BC, the Vancouver-based dance company was on the brink of bankruptcy – another cultural institution that had yet to find its footing in this new, fast-moving digital world.

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Spotlight 02.10.2017

Exclusive NV Unisex Collection at Simons

For the fall/winter 2017-2018 season, Simons produces its very first NV unisex collection.

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Spotlight 19.09.2017

From Sea to Sea

Close your eyes and imagine yourself on the magnificent St. Lawrence River or the majestic Pacific Ocean that runs along Canada's West Coast.

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Spotlight 28.08.2017

The power of simplicity

Vitaly is proof of the power of simplicity. This Toronto-based lifestyle brand creates high-quality clothing and accessories with an urban look and rebellious attitude. Its goal is to elevate the everyday with carefully placed details, while letting clean, structural lines do all the talking.

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Spotlight 15.08.2017

Decorating on a student budget

Scrolling through a myriad of gorgeous, inspiring home decors on Instagram or Pinterest, we often find ourselves dreaming of transforming our own home with the latest trends. One, tiny problem? The budget.

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Spotlight 01.08.2017

These Bags Are Made For Walking

True symbols of adventure, bags are our best companions on any journey, whether big or small. It's not surprising then that Jamie and Lyndon Cormack, two brothers passionate about travelling, chose them as their main product when they founded Herschel in 2009.

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Spotlight 24.07.2017

A Tailor-Made Legacy: Personal Vision - It Runs in the Family

Weaving a new vision: Xiaoyi Li, CAFA Simons Fashion Design Student Award, is the future of fashion for a conscious generation.

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Spotlight 12.07.2017

Simons: A Great Canadian Family

Their story is of an unconditional love for fashion, a tale that started in Quebec City in 1840 and that has continued ever since.

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Spotlight 17.06.2017

A thrilling new legacy: Simons and Chad Fike team up for the Stampede

Teams of glossy thoroughbreds pulling wagons at breathtaking speeds, dodging barrels as outriders gallop alongside in a complex waltz – It's a thrilling experience. The fascinating choreography of chuckwagon racing, which debuted as a sport during the 1932 Calgary Stampede, draws a huge crowd that often includes celebrity spectators such as Prince William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

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Spotlight 01.06.2017

Swimwear for adventurers at heart

It's always June somewhere… There's always somewhere in the world with good weather, bright sunshine, and warm, welcoming water. This mantra is an invitation to escape and a driving force behind June Swimwear. The brand's mission is to give women the desire to travel and surf, as well as the freedom to dream!

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Spotlight 04.05.2017

Bags for Today and Tomorrow

Molly Spittal's studio looks like it belongs to a sculptor: raw materials waiting to take shape, special tools for producing precise work, and large windows that cast light on even the tiniest detail. With her hands, she can make the perfect bag, an understated and functional piece that will last for years.

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Spotlight 01.05.2017

Celebrating fashion from here

The CAFA gala, an event run by some of the biggest names in fashion, recognizes outstanding achievement and emerging talent in the Canadian fashion industry.

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Spotlight 28.04.2017

La marée basse (low tide) and all its treasures

Travel to the heart of the Magdalen Islands with this collection of natural art that invites you to look at the riches of the sea in a whole new light...

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Spotlight 07.04.2017

Spring Blooms on LIBERTY FABRICS!

Discover Liberty London, the prestigious print house that's reinvented its unique floral art every season since 1875. Simons presents its own exclusive collections that feature the oh-so-British label in Contemporaine for women, in Le 31 for men, and in its Simons Maison department for the home.

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Spotlight 30.03.2017

Making products that make people happy!

Step into an imaginative world where unique decor accessories transform spaces into great places to live.

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Spotlight 08.03.2017

A collection that breathes joie de vivre

A Sunday afternoon spent by the water in a swimsuit and shades... Hard not to smile imagining this scenario! This feeling is what drives the creators behind the brand Everyday Sunday daily."Relax and enjoy" is their motto!

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Spotlight 07.03.2017

Knowledge Cotton Apparel: An eco-friendly collection!

A Scandinavian menswear company with highly responsible environmental practices.

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Spotlight 28.02.2017

Let's celebrate our ability to help one another!

to promote International Women's Day, Simons would like to show our support for three organizations that work to help women in need of a hand getting ahead and getting out of difficult situations.

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Spotlight 16.02.2017

Well-being with Adrianne Ho and Franky Cammarata

Adrianne Ho, originally from Toronto, and Franky Cammarata, a Los Angeles native, are two international models that have numerous magazine covers and prestigious collaborations to their credit.

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Spotlight 07.02.2017

Simons presents Jonak, exclusively in Canada at Simons

Spotlighting an experienced and well-recognized family business that designs superior quality women's shoes that are as chic and on-trend as they come.

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Spotlight 16.11.2016

Hopehanger, T-shirts made of 100% pure hope!

An exclusive new line of clothing created by two parents looking to help contribute to autism research.

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Spotlight 01.11.2016

Cloth & Clay to fabulous Nordic nations

This British company is making its grand entrance into the home fashion scene, offering an array of luxury duvet covers and cushions.

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Spotlight 26.10.2016

Eco-friendly Activewear

Discover the outdoor clothing brands that are taking action to promote sustainable development.

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Spotlight 26.09.2016

Swedish Stockings: an eco-friendly collection

The Swedish brand makes tights and nylon stockings from recycled threads.

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Spotlight 25.09.2016

Fogo the Beautiful

Our team spent a few days on Fogo Island for a photo shoot in a magical setting.

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Spotlight 11.08.2016

Hello, Ottawa!

This is it! We're now located in our nation's capital. Today, Thursday, August 11, Simons' expansion across Canada continues with the opening of our thirteenth store in Ottawa!

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Spotlight 10.08.2016

Go sporty or retro for a chic back-to-school look!

Actress Vanessa Pilon, the bubbly young host of VRAK.TV, can count us here at Simons among her biggest fans.

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Spotlight 08.08.2016

Back to school at Djab with Jay Le Barbier and Martin Langelier

Whether you like it or not, back-to-school is just around the corner. This year, we've decided to come back with a bang! No corners have been cut and we've got everything from Instagram collaborators to thematic galleries and prizes to win.

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Spotlight 18.07.2016

Getting the most from your outdoor excursions

There is no better way to enjoy summer than by being out in the fresh air!

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Spotlight 09.05.2016

The OSQ and Simons

The Orchestre symphonique de Québec (OSQ) is performing Beethoven's Ninth Symphony: a seminal work in the history of music!

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Spotlight 02.05.2016

bluebellgray

With summer just around the corner, the bluebellgray collection could not be making a better-timed debut. The brand's signature watercolour graphics will take you to a summery world of colour and artistry.

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Spotlight 15.06.2015

Mural by Melissa Del Pinto

Montreal-based painter Melissa Del Pinto has welcomed us into her studio to show us a world where birds are larger than life.

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