Don’t be surprised if you recognize this Toronto-based jewelry brand’s colorful enamel designs, clean innovative shapes, and nature-inspired prints – you probably do. Since launching in 2003, Foxy Originals has gained an international reputation, landing on celebs like Paris Hilton and Sienna Miller and on shelves of hip boutiques. Fans have snatched up limited edition designs, like the Hello Kitty Key Necklace, while making other favorites, like the Siam reversible necklaces and Lilith earrings, best sellers. The signature Foxy look uses pewter jewelry hand dipped in 14K gold, silver, or bronze and embellished with enamel, stones, leather or ultra-suede, creating versatile pieces that go from day to night. Owners Jen Kluger and Suzie Orol met while studying business at university and, bonding over their love of glamour, launched the full-time business endeavor after graduation. The young designers have become media darlings for their fairytale success story and their ethical business practices, which include local production, lead-free materials and a jewelry recycling program.
-Jessalynn Keller