Welcome back to our Summer Fridays Series, where we share the places we love, the moments that make a city feel like yours, and the looks we’d wear to do it all in.
The Look
Whether you’re wandering through Queen West or catching golden hour by the waterfront, the Gabriella Dress is the perfect Toronto summer piece. Easy, feminine and chic without feeling overdone, it’s the kind of dress that can take you from coffee and shopping to cocktails with a view. Light, effortless and city-ready, it feels made for those warm Toronto days when you want to look put-together but still feel comfortable while exploring.
Breakfast at Mildred’s Temple Kitchen
Some mornings in Toronto call for a brunch that feels like an event, and Mildred’s Temple Kitchen is exactly that. Tucked in Liberty Village, this bright and welcoming spot is known for its feel-good energy, beautiful plates and breakfast that has you staying longer. Whether you’re going for their famous pancakes, a fresh coffee, or something savoury to start the day, Mildred’s brings that easy Toronto charm: relaxed, stylish and always worth the visit.
Lunch at Valerie
For lunch with a view, Valerie at Hotel X Toronto is a rooftop moment worth making time for. Overlooking the city and Lake Ontario, it brings that perfect mix of elevated dining and summer energy. It’s bright, social and stylish, making it the kind of spot where lunch can easily turn into an afternoon.
Movement at Unbounded
A Toronto day needs a little movement, and Unbounded brings wellness into the city in a way that feels social. Known for immersive outdoor experiences that blend heat, cold, breath, movement, music and food. Unbounded creates the kind of reset that feels just as much about community as it does about fitness. Their Sunset Social at Evergreen Brickworks is a full-day wellness experience where different spaces run at the same time, letting you move through the day at your own pace. Unbounded turns movement into a true Toronto experience.
Exploring Queen West
There’s no better way to feel Toronto’s creative side than a walk through Queen West. Filled with boutiques, galleries, coffee shops, patios and street art, it’s one of those neighbourhoods that feels different every time you visit. You can pop into local shops, wander toward Trinity Bellwoods, stop for a drink, or simply take in the mix of fashion, art and everyday city life. Queen West is Toronto at its coolest: relaxed, expressive and always full of personality.
