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On November 14, 2025, the Room, a Toronto luxury boutique, closed after a brief revival under Canadian fashion leadership.
On November 14, 2025, fashion figures Nicholas Mellamphy and Helen Krispis honored the closure of the Room, a former high-end boutique at Toronto’s Hudson’s Bay flagship store.
The Room, inspired by the historic St. Regis Room launched in 1937, became a symbol of Canadian luxury retail under fashion executive Bonnie Brooks’ revitalization in the late 2000s.
Offering exclusive designer pieces from brands like Balmain and Celine, hosting elite events, and attracting celebrities, it faced challenges including financial constraints and designer skepticism.
Though it closed amid broader Hudson’s Bay struggles, the space remains remembered as a pioneering effort to bring international fashion prestige to Canadian retail.
El 14 de noviembre de 2025, The Room, una boutique de lujo de Toronto, cerró después de un breve renacimiento bajo el liderazgo de la moda canadiense.