Although Calgary might bring visions of cowboy boots and jeans for most people, it’s a surprising location for a quickly growing fashion industry. Calgary’s reputation as a small western city is evolving as local designers are starting their own brands within the city instead of moving out as most would have in the past. Designers are putting the city on the map with boutiques and brands popping up and ensuring that it’s just the beginning for the fashion and beauty industry in Calgary.

In downtown Calgary you’ll want to visit The Core; it’s the ultimate luxury shopping experience with popular high-end flagship stores. For more hipster local fashion and beauty boutiques check out Kensington Village, Inglewood, or Stephen Avenue Walk. A new addition to the Calgary shopping scene is the Style District in the Deerfoot City – an impressive open-air mall focussed on reinventing retail in Calgary and offering an eclectic collection of shops showcasing both emerging designers and established international brands.