Opening its first doors in Gastown back in 2004, Livestock was primarily known as a footwear store, but now with four brick and mortar locations between Toronto and Vancouver, it has evolved into one of Canada’s top apparel and footwear destinations. Both in-store and online, this is the place to find the latest and most sought-after shoes alongside a range of apparel which is inspired by their roots in art, fashion, music, skate and sport. They are always keeping things fresh and versatile and give customers first access to exclusive products and collaborations. Don’t be surprised when you see a long line of people waiting (even camping) outside the shop when an exclusive drops. So next time you’re on the hunt for some new kicks make sure Livestock is on your list of places to hit up, you won’t regret it.

Most California-based streetwear seems to draw a heavy influence from the area’s pervasive cultural history, but few brands navigate that space with as much originality as Brain Dead. Created by designer Kyle Ng, the brand (that also functions as an art collective) blends hyper-modern internet culture, skateboarding, and other underground worlds to create graphic pieces that bring a sense of disruption to fashion. Offerings include hoodies, sweatshirts, jackets, and tees with bold illustrations and retro patterns, as well as their signature Brain Dead logo, for a more subtle look.