In conversation with my clients, many have agreed that it’s been a challenging economy for interior design and with the recent threat of US tariffs and a weakening Canadian dollar, 2025 looks to be no different. Since several of the most popular luxury linen brands are American (using fabrics woven in Europe) and are enjoying a US market and dollar much stronger than ours, they are focusing on introducing ultra-luxury products whose prices after Canadian duties and taxes become less appealing to Canadian designers looking for better value and cost efficiencies for their projects.
So, when I recently visited the Toronto Market Week, my strategy was to find new luxury linens for 2025 that were Canadian and European produced and represented the best luxurious quality at the best value price points possible.
LINEN WAY had the best presence at the show, and it was wonderful to see their founder, Svetlana Gouchtchina. Their linen fabrics are beautiful, and they have the most beautiful throws and table linens that come directly from the EU.
DOLCE BIANCA, from Montreal, has a wonderful selection of fine goose and duck down duvets and pillows plus a Hypoallergenic Microfibre alternative – something we get lots of requests for.
Another interesting trend I observed at the show was an increase in the number of manufacturers from Turkey and India showcasing high quality bed linens and towels.
FABSTYLES Diamond Turkish Towels are made from the finest 100% Turkish Cotton known for its ability to quickly dry and further soften after multiple washes - luxury at a value price. And while Canadians are not known for buying table linens, their Bali placemats in eight available colours will add style to any table for a reasonable price.
POMP & SASS is a Canadian company that imports Turkish towels perfect for a pool, spa area, or cottage and with a sizeable order you can customize a style for your clients.
In addition to the new offerings above, here are some of our existing product lines that offer both luxury and value by being made in Canada or are imported directly from the UK or EU avoiding any US duties and trade tariffs.
ST GENEVE produces luxury hypo-allergenic down duvets and pillows, as well as silk and wool fill ones. They also make made-to-order customized luxury bed linens from fabrics woven in Europe – all made here in Canada.
DESIGNERS GUILD makes quality colourful bed linens, towels, throws and cushions that ship directly from the UK avoiding additional duties and fees coming into Canada.
LIBECO Home offers the highest quality Belgian linen, either finished bed linens or double-width yardage which is ideal for making drapery, and again not subject to trade tariffs as they ship directly from the EU.
Looking for luxury and value for your clients
Contact us today.
416-570-0664