When your namesake is the unicorn of the sea, you can bet you're in for something kind of wonderful. The Narwhal is a little piece of fashion heaven nestled between restaurants and design stores in Toronto's Rosedale neighborhood. Opened by friends Sydney Wills and Marisa Buchkowsky in 2010, they keep their racks stocked with an impressive designer edit including Ulla Johnson, Acne Studios, A.L.C., Rag & Bone, Rachel Comey, Raquel Allegra, Mociun and more.

Designer Ulla Johnson had somewhat of a bohemian upbringing. She was raised by two archaeologists and spent much of her childhood traveling. Her nomadic history helped to shape her design POV and in 2000, immediately after graduating from university, Ulla launched her first eponymous label. Since then the Ulla Johnson name has become synonymous with fine tailoring, detailed embroidery, natural fabrics and a careful focus on fit and form. Having launched its first shoe collection in the fall of 2013, the line now includes a full selection of products with an emphasis on artisanal craftsmanship and handmade processes.