Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. When I need an outfit, I often end up at Aritzia — and have done so for at least a decade.
Ariztia was founded in 1984 in Vancouver. It carries several in-house brands including Wilfred , Babaton , TNA and many more — touting it as a destination for “Everyday Luxury.” Aritzia, and its various brands, offer a range of styles, functions and price points, making it an easy go-to for casual wear, office attire and event garb.
When I need a new outfit for an occasion, I usually run into an Aritzia in a last-minute panic and ask one of the always-stylish personnel to select something for me. However, my least favourite part is the fitting room situation, which has evolved over the years. I remember the stores never had mirrors in the individual fitting rooms and you’d have to come out to use the central mirror.
But e-commerce has changed the game, especially when paired with Aritzia’s 14-day return policy . I appreciate Aritizia’s fashion, Canadian roots and the vast yet procured selection of styles. In the past, I’ve usually only explored Ariztia’s office-chic or event-appropriate clothes, so I was excited to try other lines that the brand offers, including its Butter , Sweatfleece and Seamless collections.
I’ve worn, rinsed and washed (and repeated) all of these items — below, I rank them.