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Hoax Couture Studio Boutique

  • 515 Queen St. W. (at Spadina), 3rd flr. • View on map »
  • 416-597-8924
The tailoring and dressmaking duo of Chris Tyrell and Jim Searle does brisk made-to- measure business (suits for day, glam for night), counting Molly Johnson, Chantal Kreviazuk, Diana Krall and Dennis Rodman among their clients. As for the clothes, 100 shades of high-twist wool are available for custom all-season suiting. Stylish mothers of the bride favour bespoke separates (from $600), while gala-goers and bridal parties opt for the signature Hoax cincher: a custom silk bustier, recently updated with more underwire for extra boost (from $495). Gowns come with glamorous cowls or V-backs, in tea length or grazing the floor; matching wraps are $95 to $195. “We will make whatever you want,” says Searle. “And we’ll make it fabulous.”
Hours:
M–Sa 11–6, or by appointment.
Location
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    515 Queen St. W. (at Spadina), 3rd flr.
  • 416-597-8924

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