Montreal-founded company has been bringing European style to Canada for nearly seven decades.
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What started as a fashion brand in Montreal nearly 70 years ago, has since expanded to a global style presence.
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“Today, Joseph Ribkoff is sold in over 65 countries through more than 3,500 retailers worldwide,” says CEO Stephen Belfer. The women’s clothing line also happens to be a major wholesale brand for many small Canadian boutiques across the country.
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We caught up with Belfer to learn more.
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Q: For those who aren’t familiar, what is Joseph Ribkoff?
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A: Founded in Montreal in 1957, Joseph Ribkoff is a Canadian fashion house defined by exceptional craftsmanship, precision fit, and timeless style. Known for thoughtfully designed clothing that celebrates every woman’s shape, every occasion, and every stage of her life, the brand offers women lasting style and confidence.
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Q: How has it evolved over the years?
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A: Joseph Ribkoff began as a dress-focused brand, and dresses remain an important part of our DNA today. Over the years, as women’s lifestyles and wardrobes have evolved, so has our product offering. We’ve expanded into a broader ready-to-wear collection that includes modern separates, knitwear, denim, and most recently Joseph Ribkoff Sport — allowing women to build complete wardrobes that reflect how they live today.
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While the categories have expanded, what hasn’t changed is our commitment to thoughtful design, precision fit, and distinctive prints. Each collection continues to feature bespoke, expressive patterns that set the brand apart.
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Looking ahead, we’re continuing to push creatively with focused product capsules, including an upcoming Fall 2026 launch, called Edit 57, which represents our most fashion-forward and modern expression yet and reflects an evolution toward a more contemporary point of view.
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Q: Who is the Joseph Ribkoff customer?
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A: The Joseph Ribkoff woman is confident, independent, and style-aware. She dresses for herself and values clothing that makes her feel polished, comfortable, and expressive — whether she’s dressing for work, travel, special occasions, or everyday life. She appreciates thoughtful design, quality, and fit, and gravitates toward versatile pieces that transition seamlessly across moments and seasons.
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Q: Is there a fact about the brand that might surprise people to learn?
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A: For decades, the brand has grown organically through strong product, fit, and close relationships with retail partners who have played a meaningful role in sharing the Joseph Ribkoff story. As the brand enters its next chapter, it is focused on building greater brand awareness and a more direct connection with women globally, while remaining grounded in the heritage that defines it.
