The 20 best Toronto street style looks of 2014
The 20 best Toronto street style looks of 2014
By Jean Grant | December 23, 2014
By Jean Grant | 12/23/2014
(Images: Kayla Rocca, Jenna Marie Wakani, Barbora Simkova)
Torontonians were a seriously stylish bunch in 2014. Sure, models and fashion bloggers flaunted tons of daring looks over the course of two Fashion Weeks , but some of the year’s coolest outfits were a little more spontaneous—we saw them on laid-back weeknights on Ossington or during Ryerson’s frosh week . Wherever they were, our favourite ensembles combined fresh interpretations of the year’s trends with lots of individual flair. Here, the best we spotted in 2014.
302883 At <em>Worn Fashion Journal</em>'s <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/11/24/street-style-worn-party/" target="_blank">farewell jam</a>, an attendee made an anti-statement in a cheeky sweater. (Image: Kayla Rocca) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-20-e1418934349443-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-20.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-20.jpg 683 1024 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-20/ best-of-street-style-2014-20 0 0
(Image: Kayla Rocca)
302873 Distressed denim was everywhere in 2014. Here, a structured tote and slip-on oxfords made slouchy, ripped boyfriend jeans <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/03/24/street-style-best-fashion-week-fall-2014/" target="_blank">fashion show–appropriate</a>. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-10-e1418934465551-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-10.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-10.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-10/ best-of-street-style-2014-10 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
303005 Denim jackets also stuck around in 2014. The detail on this <a href="Denim%20jackets also stuck around in 2014. The detail on this red embroidered piece was a particularly inspired touch." target="_blank">Toronto islander'</a>s red embroidered piece was a particularly inspired touch. (Image: Kayla Rocca) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/kayla-hanlan-point-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/kayla-hanlan-point.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/kayla-hanlan-point.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/kayla-hanlan-point/ kayla-hanlan-point 0 0
(Image: Kayla Rocca)
302866 A bass player at <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/08/01/street-style-dundas-square/" target="_blank">Yonge-Dundas Square</a> totally nailed the grunge-rocker look. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-03-e1418934545611-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-03.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-03.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-03/ best-of-street-style-2014-03 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302867 An off-duty model <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/08/07/street-style-ossington/" target="_blank">hanging out on Ossington</a>, as off-duty models are wont to do, flaunted seasonal accessories that gave off a breezy, coastal vibe. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-04-e1418934535107-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-04.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-04.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-04/ best-of-street-style-2014-04 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302875 And we bet her metallic <b>Proenza Schouler</b> sandals were the subject of some envious stares. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-12-e1418934444516-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-12.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-12.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-12/ best-of-street-style-2014-12 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302879 This <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/06/26/street-style-worldpride-church-wellesley-village/" target="_blank">WorldPride reveller</a> let his bold floral shorts and dip-dyed mohawk steal the show. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-16-e1418934395615-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-16.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-16.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-16/ best-of-street-style-2014-16 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302869 Quirky details like a <em>Simpsons</em> t-shirt and McDonald's iPhone case added some lighthearted humour to a fiercely chic <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/10/23/street-style-toronto-fashion-weeks-biggest-hams-pose-hard-outside-tents/" target="_blank">Fashion Week</a> outfit. (Image: Kayla Rocca) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-06-e1418934513721-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-06.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-06.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-06/ best-of-street-style-2014-06 0 0
(Image: Kayla Rocca)
302881 <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/06/02/street-style-pacific-mall/" target="_blank">At Pacific Mall</a>, this shopper won us over with her contrasting metallic gold clutch and hot pink satin skirt. (Image: Kayla Rocca) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-18-e1418934371474-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-18.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-18.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-18/ best-of-street-style-2014-18 0 0
(Image: Kayla Rocca)
302864 <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/03/21/street-style-trend-report-demure-hemlines/" target="_blank">Below-the-knee hemlines</a> were anything but frumpy this year. Here, a prim and proper look was toughened up with a quilted leather jacket and sultry red lips. (Image: Barbora Simkova) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-01-e1418934568106-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-01.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-01.jpg 665 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-01/ best-of-street-style-2014-01 0 0
(Image: Barbora Simkova)
302868 This guy <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/03/14/fashion-week-street-style-the-shows-fall-2014/" target="_blank">attending The ShOws</a> is evidence of the city's thriving menswear scene. It's a great mix of high-end elegance (dove-gray wool coat) with low-end utility (Nike sweats, beanie). (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-05-e1418934523782-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-05.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-05.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-05/ best-of-street-style-2014-05 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302870 How do you nonchalantly show off a graphic t-shirt underneath overalls? Easy. Copy this <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week/2014/10/24/street-style-trend-report-distressed-denim/" target="_blank">Fashion Week trendsetter</a> and casually remove one strap. (Image: Kayla Rocca) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-07-e1418934498268-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-07.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-07.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-07/ best-of-street-style-2014-07 0 0
(Image: Kayla Rocca)
302874 This miniature pilot showed some serious <em>Top Gun</em> swagger while <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/11/03/street-style-halloween-trick-treating/" target="_blank">trick-or-treating on Halloween</a>. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-11-e1418934454479-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-11.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-11.jpg 1000 667 {"aperture":2.8,"camera":"Canon EOS 5D Mark III","created_timestamp":1414755511,"focal_length":"50","iso":"2500","shutter_speed":"0.00625"} https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-11/ best-of-street-style-2014-11 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302872 A classic Chanel purse and studded bomber jacket added a layer of sophistication to this wearable, <b>Cara Delevingne</b>–inspired look at <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/03/24/street-style-best-fashion-week-fall-2014/" target="_blank">Fashion Week</a>. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-09-e1418934476206-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-09.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-09.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-09/ best-of-street-style-2014-09 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302882 Khakis, nautical stripes and boat shoes: this <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/09/04/street-style-ryerson/" target="_blank">Ryerson student</a>'s preppy look perfectly channels J. Crew's summer catalogue. (Image: Kayla Rocca) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-19-e1418934360361-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-19.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-19.jpg 667 1001 {"aperture":4,"camera":"Canon EOS 6D","created_timestamp":1409748165,"focal_length":"85","iso":"250","shutter_speed":"0.0025"} https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-19/ best-of-street-style-2014-19 0 0
(Image: Kayla Rocca)
302865 The soft, wallpaper-like florals and dreamy hair save this <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/03/21/street-style-trend-report-demure-hemlines/" target="_blank">Fashion Week ensemble</a> from venturing into goth territory. (Image: Barbora Simkova) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-02-e1418934557887-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-02.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-02.jpg 665 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-02/ best-of-street-style-2014-02 0 0
(Image: Barbora Simkova)
302871 Two more trends of 2014? Mixing prints and matching two-piece ensembles. This girl <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/03/24/street-style-best-fashion-week-fall-2014/" target="_blank">managed to master both</a> in one outfit. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-08-e1418934487994-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-08.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-08.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-08/ best-of-street-style-2014-08 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302876 A theatre composer looks every bit the west-end artist <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/08/07/street-style-ossington/" target="_blank">on Ossington</a> in well-worn Doc Martins and a red beanie (which, he said, just happened to be lucky). (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-13-e1418934430200-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-13.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-13.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-13/ best-of-street-style-2014-13 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302877 An <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/03/14/fashion-week-street-style-the-shows-fall-2014/" target="_blank">industry insider at The ShOws</a> flaunted masterful layering techniques for snowy weather—and proved flirty floral skirts don't have to be shelved for winter. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-14-e1418934418104-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-14.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-14.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-14/ best-of-street-style-2014-14 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302878 Yep: more overalls. This <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2014/06/26/street-style-worldpride-church-wellesley-village/" target="_blank">WorldPride volunteer</a> added her own flair by dying the bottoms and tearing new holes. (Image: Jenna Marie Wakani) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-15-e1418934407874-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-15.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-15.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-15/ best-of-street-style-2014-15 0 0
(Image: Jenna Marie Wakani)
302880 <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week/2014/10/24/street-style-trend-report-distressed-denim/" target="_blank">Menswear-inspired looks</a> still reigned supreme for women in 2014. Chunky platforms and a slick leather cap gave some edge to this photographer's relaxed, tomboyish look. (Image: Kayla Rocca) https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-17-e1418934381211-200x200.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-17.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/best-of-street-style-2014-17.jpg 667 1000 [] https://torontolife.com/style/top-20-street-style-looks-2014/slide/best-of-street-style-2014-17/ best-of-street-style-2014-17 0 0
(Image: Kayla Rocca)
you do no that people over the age of 25 can be stylish right???????????
Where’s the TTC Leprechaun
Maybe I’m too old, but I’m not really feeling any of these (except for the preppy boy in blue dress shirt and shorts and the toque girl). You can buy the kid’s pilot costume at Winners.
People over 25?… Or employed? I realize this will cause a ton of hate response – so before you jump to your phablet to attack please understand the comment is not against the people and I understand some or all of them are probably exceptionally educated, intelligent, and possessing myriad marketable traits. However, there is such a thing as age appropriate fashion, as well as what may or may not be appropriate in a given workplace. And the styles shown represent a very narrow cross-section and painfully ignore the countless phenomenally stylish people who take business / professional style to the next level.