Where Magazine – Toronto Feature

by Jessica Rose on May 9, 2012

Jessica Rose Design in Where Magazine - TorontoOur new Distillery District boutique is featured in the May issue of Where Magazine- Toronto edition!

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Crystallic Barbie – TFI 25

by Jessica Rose on May 7, 2012

Creating the Barbie Dress for TFI 25Sequins, shimmering pink organza, and Barbie took over our studio last month!  In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Toronto Fashion Incubator (where I started my line as a designer in residence), Mattel invited 25 Canadian designers to create a special piece inspired by Barbie.  How could I resist?

Drafting and Constructing for BarbieMany sleepless nights in the studio, weeks of handstitching sequins, and dozens of organza crystals later, I present to you- Crystallic Barbie

A celebration of the collaborative nature of the fashion industry.  As reflected in nature when the unexpected combination of cooling air meets with molten lava to create perfectly formed crystals.

Jessica Rose for Barbie TFI25While, my gown unfortunately didn’t make it to the runway (my celebrity model was late on set filming), this collaboration between a designer, an actress, and the world’s most influential doll- is now forming perfect crystals yet to be revealed. . .

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Fall in Love in Toronto- Exhibit

by Jessica Rose on April 6, 2012

Fall in Love in Toronto- Exhibit at Balzac's Coffee in the Distillery DistrictWe’ve just finished hanging a photo exhibit at Balzac’s Coffee, just next door to our shop in the Distillery District!   Come out this month for a coffee, see the show, and say hello!

The story:

Get caught in the moment with Toronto fashion designer, Jessica Rose, uncovering the romance in Toronto’s city streets.

From shopping the King East Design District, to an afternoon escape in The Distillery Historic District, exploring artist warehouses, to a glamorous evening out on the Esplanade. Feel inspired in taking time to enjoy the details of the city.

The exhibit features photographs from the Jessica Rose collection, in collaboration with international photographer João Carlos. ‘Fall in Love in Toronto’ is showing in the upstairs gallery of Balzac’s Coffee, located in The Distillery Historic District, now until the end of April.

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New for Spring 2012

by Jessica Rose on March 6, 2012

Jessica Rose Spring 2012The first signs of Spring are in the air, and we have a fresh colour palette to celebrate!

My personal favourite- coral orange is this season’s must have colour, and Pantone’s colour of the year.  It’s sure to brighten up your day.  Also in the line up: oyster white, deep royal blue, and black.

Shop the new styles and colours in person, or in our online shop here

tangerine tango pantone 2012

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Opening Celebration!

by Jessica Rose on February 24, 2012

Jessica Rose Studio - Boutique in the Distillery District

Valentine’s may be over, but that doesn’t mean the fun needs to come to an end. . . . Continue the excitement of the season with a visit to our new Distillery District studio boutique!

After months of renovations, we’ve opened our doors, and this weekend- February 25th & 26th, we’d love for you to join us in the Grand Opening celebration!

Save 15% on regular priced merchandise all weekend long!   See you soon!

Saturday & Sunday, February 25th & 26th ~ Noon – 5pm
The Distillery Historic District ~ Case Goods Warehouse
55 Mill Street, Building #74, Studio #103

Click here for directions and a map

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Building a Boutique

by Jessica Rose on February 17, 2012

Jessica Rose Studio Shop in the Distillery District

December 1st is normally a very busy day for us- it marks the mid point of the 11-day  One of a Kind Show, design work is being completed for the next fall/winter collection, and it’s one of the busiest days of the year in production with Christmas orders coming in non-stop.  This year was no exception!

On December 1st, we moved into a new retail studio space in our building- one that we’ve been eyeing for years!  Ground floor in the Distillery District- and just in time for the Christmas Market.

First the floors (almost black!) were painted white and the walls were patched and given a fresh coat of paint.  Then came the move with all of our *very* heavy industrial equipment- moving downstairs in an out-of-service elevator in off hours to avoid the crowds of visitors!  We set up a temporary shop, then tore it all down January 1st to rebuild properly.  The progress:

Jessica Rose Shop Renovations- paintingJessica Rose Shop Renovations- Building

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Free One of a Kind Show Tickets

by Jessica Rose on October 29, 2011

Free One of a Kind Show Tickets from Jessica Rose

The cooler weather is in the air, and we’re celebrating the change of season.  In our studio showroom this weekend, we’re giving away a free pair of tickets to the Christmas One of a Kind Show with every purchase! (Value of $28, while quantities last)

This will also be your last chance to pick up that cozy merino scarf you’ve been eyeing – and at special pricing!

Can’t make it in?  Shop online this weekend at http://shop.JessicaRoseDesign.com and use the coupon code OOAK2011TICKETS for a pair of One of a Kind Show tickets with your order!  Valid until Monday, and cannot be combined with any other offers.

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Nuit Blanche in the Distillery

by Jessica Rose on October 1, 2011

Jessica Rose at Nuit Blanche in Toronto

We’re back from Paris, Nuit Blanche is tonight, and it’s time to celebrate!  The Distillery District is the place to be tonight, and we’ll be open until midnight.

Shop for a new fall dress, explore amazing art installations, and eat from the food trucks!

Hours:
Saturday, October 1st~ 1:00pm-Midnight
(Nuit Blanche runs from 6:59pm-Sunrise)
Sunday, October 2nd~ 1:00pm-6:00pm

The Distillery Historic District ~ Case Goods Warehouse
55 Mill Street, Building #74, Studio #202

Click here for directions and a map

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