Meghan Markle's Little Black Book of Canadian Fashion Labels

Three cheers for Canada! Thanks to Meghan Markle now being the centre of global fashion attention, the visibility of Canadian style is on the up. Those in the know are fully aware of the fact that this country has long been abuzz with creatives, but many of its hippest exports are still relatively under the radar and often not available in Europe. That could all be about to change.
Meghan has already been putting some key brands in the spotlight through a handful of high-profile occasions so far. For example, her jewellery go-to is Birks: a storied fine-jewellery brand from Montréal that has actually recently launched in the UK—serendipitous, no? Then there's her classic tailored oatmeal coat everyone's been wanting to wear this January—it's from a Toronto-based designer line called Smythe, created by Andrea Lenczner and Christie Smythe, which specialises in jackets and coats.
We don't doubt that the actress (and soon-to-be royal family member) will be sure to highlight more homegrown talent over the years, and particularly in the months leading up to her marriage to Prince Harry. Fortunately, Who What Wear UK's social media editor, Isabel Mundigo-Moore, is from Canada—so she's provided us with some inside intel on the labels she loves from her homeland. Keep reading to see the Canadian brands we predict are in the little black book of Meghan Markle (and her stylist Jessica Mulroney).
BEAUFILLE
BROTHER VELLIES
GRETA CONSTANTINE
If Meghan is ever on the hunt for a gown (but, of course!), then she should jot down Greta's name because this is one Canadian designer who really knows how to create modern, floor-sweeping designs without going OTT.
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Aritzia is a Canadian store that stocks different labels as well as its own. The brand started in Vancouver and is one of the affordable go-tos for many cool girls in the country and within the U.S. It doesn't yet ship its minimalist, pared-backed wares to the UK (boo), but we think it's only a matter of time…
SID NEIGUM
Sid Neigum's luxe and directional designs have led him to major stockists in the UK. Abstract but accessible is how Vogue.com describes him—so if Meghan's looking for a statement-making piece for a big occasion, this is the guy.
BIRKS
Meghan has already been spotted in Birks, choosing a pair of 18K yellow gold and opal earrings from the brand's Les Plaisirs de Birks collection for her official engagement photo-call with the Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales. Expect to see more of the classic, elegant pieces on her any time now.
MARKOO
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OAK AND FORT
Think of Oak + Fort as a Canadian version of COS, where your basics aren't as simple as they might seem. As they say, it's all about "tomorrow's classics." The brand does ship internationally—taxes and duties may be incurred by the consumer, and there will be charges for the delivery.
RAD HOURANI
SENTALER
Sentaler is a Toronto-based fashion label known for its easy, everyday wares and, in particular, its wrap coats—the Duchess of Cambridge has already worn one, so perhaps she'll pass the intel onto Meghan? Better yet, you can hop aboard the trend train because this is one Canadian label that does easily ship to the UK—the brand states that duties and taxes are covered.
SMYTHE
SOIA & KYO
Creative Director Ilan Elfassy is another designer who has zeroed in on perfecting outerwear. Many royal occasions require casual dress codes (think of all the sporting and sightseeing moments the DoC has styled her way through), so one of these flattering, perfect-fit biker jackets could come in handy. This brand, unfortunately, does not yet offer international shipping.
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THE STOWE
From analysing her Strathberry tote (aka the one that sold out in mere seconds after she wore it to Nottingham in December), we can tell Meghan's got a keen eye for simple, functional handbags that aren't boring. This Montréal brand's Spanish-made styles tick all the boxes.
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ZVELLE

Hannah Almassi is the Editor in Chief of Who What Wear UK. She joined in 2015 when she launched the UK sister site following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine as fashion news and features editor. With experience in print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 18 years of experience as a journalist, editor and content strategist. Her opinion has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times, The Telegraph and MatchesFashion.com and she is often called upon for her take on trends, becoming known as a person with their finger of the pulse of what’s happening in the fashion space for stylish Brits.
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