For the longest time, Toronto has always been in the shadows when compared to its American counterparts such as New York and Los Angeles. Most people not local to Toronto would say that it was the famous Hip-Hop Artists from the city who are responsible for the growth in the fashion culture.
This is simply not true; Toronto has always had a strong fashion influence and it has been fostered through the investments of many companies. Unique events, fashion stores and boutiques are just some of the things I love sharing on Google Maps.
Nice shoes are one of the pinnacle staples of fashion, and a lot of shoe companies hold events in Toronto to celebrate the community’s involvement in the Fashion scene. One event was held where participants were able to wear some of the latest footwear and apparel and take professional photos of themselves and other participants. It’s events like these that I genuinely love participating in and sharing because it provides a unique point of view of what goes on in Toronto.
Fashion is slowly becoming a main staple in Toronto’s culture. Many international clothing companies chose Toronto as the city to open their first international flagships. Local stores in Toronto garner a lot of attention from celebrities as well, just recently, Jeremy Lin and Marcus Stroman were seen shopping in a store that is famously owned and ran by Toronto natives.
Yes, fashion is a niche subject to be sharing on Google Maps, but it’s a huge part of my identity as a person, and I believe fashion is one of the greatest tools for self expression. Events held by companies and the opening of international flagship stores are things that show the growth in Toronto’s fashion culture. Sharing these things add another layer to what Google Maps has to offer. Eating at an amazing restaurant is just one of the things people love to do, and those same people rely on the reviews on Google to determine the best place eat. So why not provide the same service with shopping and clothing? Sharing the best places in Toronto to buy unique pieces of clothing is what I take pride in as someone with a passion for Fashion.