Reinventing your Brand’s Uniform
Do you work in hospitality? Do you feel that your uniform truly reflects your brand? At LaClosette/JLMP, we’ve recognized a gap in the industry: staff uniforms that don’t match the elevated spaces they work in. That’s why we created the Un-Uniform—because we believe...
Reinventing your own uniform
At LaClosette, uniforms are the foundation of everything we do. While custom outfits are essential in aligning a brand’s identity, uniforms can do so much more—they can be the key to effortless styling. By using a uniform formula, you can create a polished outfit that...
Five Questions I Ask Myself Before I Buy Anything
. If you’ve worked with me, you know that I care just as much about helping you choose the right pieces to build your wardrobe as I do helping you understand what not to buy. Almost everyone struggles with buying too many things that either aren’t working for them,...
This Old Grey Sweater Is My Wardrobe Hero
Last week, Who What Wear asked me what must-haves I would take to a deserted island, and at the very top of that list was my trusty grey, 100% wool COS sweater. Now that might sound super boring to you, but I think of it like this: the items I chose for the article...
Benefits of Hiring a Men’s Personal Stylist
What Can La Closette Do For You? We’re fashion consultants who provide personalized style advice and guidance to help you build a wardrobe that you love and is functional and versatile for your lifestyle. We provide closet edits, shopping guidance and...
Four Reasons To Shop Vintage
At La Closette, we’re avid vintage and resale shoppers for you (and for yourselves!), and today I’ll tell you why. 1) Vintage adds nuance and depth to your style I’ll start purely from an aesthetic point of view: If there’s anything my job has taught me, it’s...
Trendy Sandals We’re Loving for Summer!
The snow has long melted, there’s no more pollen in the air and the heat is on (finally)! While you probably aren't getting dressed for a night out on the town, we know you still want to look and feel great - even if it's in your backyard or at the cottage! Over the...
Supporting Local Style: Exploring Toronto’s Fashion Boutiques
We know you love the thoughtfully curated collections and personal service that independent fashion boutiques bring to your shopping experience. Like many other public-facing businesses whose doors closed in mid-March, these small businesses have been deeply affected...
Three Sneaker Styles That Will Elevate Your Wardrobe This Spring
As we enter month two of the pandemic, comfort is the name of the game, and sneakers have been our go-to, sensible footwear for weekly food runs and physically-distanced, same household-only walks. But besides the obvious plus of comfort, as self-proclaimed sneaker...
Four Things To Remove From Your Closet TODAY
Last week, we wrote about the importance of a thorough closet edit before hitting the shops for a fresh injection of spring pieces. We wrote, “Keep what you love, wear often, and feel great wearing. Get rid of pieces that don’t work for your shape, you...
Five Ways to Freshen Up Your Outfit This March
With the recent snowfall to hit Southern Ontario, we can’t be storing our boots and puffers just yet…even though we’re in for a mild streak for the next couple of weeks (says Environment Canada, apparently). When you’re grateful for your warm parka one day, but...
Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring Cleaning!
As we near the end of another season of puffers, lug boots and the perennial cozy knit, it’s time to get excited about the approaching warm weather and the strappy, square-toe sandals you’ll be wearing all summer! But before stepping foot into a store or tapping your...
Fashion Heals 2018
On February 7, 2018, a community of warriors came together under the tents of Toronto Fashion Week for a powerful and inspirational evening. Through the passion and dedication of a committee of volunteers, and the help of 500 people in attendance, the fourth...
A Fresh Start – Key Pieces You Need When Building Your Wardrobe From Scratch
One of the comments we regularly hear from clients is: “I wish I had done this a long time ago!” People often contact us after years of wanting to dress and feel better, but not knowing how to go about it. If you’re in the position of needing to build a wardrobe from...