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Russian born entrepreneur, Natalya Toporova, certainly has a keen eye for fashion. As a graduate of the Richard Robinson academy for fashion in Ottawa, Canada, Natalya has taken everything she’s learned to create one of the hottest swimwear lines in the city of Miami; a place that expects and commands world-class quality and flair .

Call ‘em gitch, skivvies, knickers, panties or unmentionables – whatever the vernacular, they’re the ultimate accoutrement. If you’ve ever been faced with the barren underwear drawer scenario after a forgotten laundry day and have been forced to choose between an orphaned bathing suit bottom or a waistless cotton travesty, you’re familiar with the reality that these seemingly small decisions can affect your mood, much like a bad hair day.

[note color=”#000001″] Victoire 246 Dalhousie Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 7E2
Tel: 613.321.1590
Map B-1282 Wellington West
Ottawa, Ontario
K1Y 3A7
Tel: 613.421.0089
Map victoireboutique.com[/note] I am not sure why, but I have never quite outgrown my fear of Dalhousie street. When I was fifteen, I used to walk down the street with a limp, cross my eyes and stick my tongue out to avoid confrontations or even eye contact with the charismatic crack vendors.

[note color=”#000001″] Road Trip 24B York Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 1K2
Map Tel: 613.562.0992
roadtripclothing.com[/note] Located in the Byward market, down Clarendon lane, roadtrip features a number of brands that are defining Ottawa’s prepster look. The laidback interior houses brands such as Penguin, Ames Brothers, Ben Sherman, Joe’s Jeans and Fred Perry for men.