As many of you know, Ann Taylor opened its second Toronto store at Yorkdale’s new expansion last week.  The store, like the Eaton Centre location, carries its latest holiday collection in both regular and petite sizing, is full of bright colours, ready to brighten up any party.  Unfortunately for many petites, the selection isn’t as big as it is online (and Ann Taylor has yet to launch international shipping), nor are super-tiny sizes (limited size 0Ps and absolutely no 00Ps or XXSPs.  Not surprising, since these sizes aren’t available in American brick-and-mortar stores either.  Unfortunately, the online store isn’t shipping to Canada yet, so super petite women are out of luck for now)  readily available.  However, for most people, especially the 5’4″-5’8, size 4 to 10 set, selection is fairly decent, on par with non-flagship stores in the United States.  One favourite is the Crinkle Crepe 3/4 Ruffle Sleeve Dress, which was featured prominently in the store, including on the floor and on one of the models.  The dress is part of the holiday collection and we think works better for a casual event than a regular day at the office.

The Crinkle Crepe 3/4 Ruffle Sleeve dress on the mannequin (first picture) and on the model (second picture, right). 

Most of the other pieces were more office-friendly, however.  Though there were some that would transition well from office to night such as:

Other looks available at Ann Taylor at Yorkdale:

Have you visited the new Ann yet? What are your thoughts?

Pictures by George Pimentel, courtesy of ASC Public Relations