Essentials Hoodie Canada - Fear Of God Official Store
Where to Buy a Genuine Essentials Hoodie in Canada
🔹 Trusted Retailers
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SSENSE (ships to Canada): Highly reputable and is commonly cited as an authentic source for Fear of God Essentials hoodies.
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Nordstrom (Canada): An authorized partner known to stock legitimate Essentials items.
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Holt Renfrew: A Canadian luxury fashion retailer that has carried Essentials in store or online.
These retailers are commonly trusted in fan communities and have fewer issues with authenticity.
🔹 Canadian Boutiques
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Step in Style (Canada-based online boutique): Lists a variety of Essentials hoodies with prices ranging from C$130 to C$350, depending on style and season. Ships within 1–2 business days, doesn’t use Canada Post, and positions itself as proudly Canadian.
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Nine6ixe.ca: Offers several Essentials hoodie colorways, including Light Oatmeal, Dark Oatmeal, Coral, etc., priced in the C$220–280 range with free shipping.
8pmshop.ca: Lists the SS24 Fleece Hoodie (Desert Sand) at C$328, with free shipping over C$300, though stock appears limited or sold out. -
KickzYWG: Offers various variants like Black Arch, Harvest, and Oatmeal colors, around $250–280 CAD.
⚠️ Beware of “Essentialsshoodie.ca.”
There’s a website called essentialsshoodie.ca that appears legitimate but has been flagged by Fear of God as counterfeit:
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Official Fear of God support confirmed the site is counterfeit and flagged it for legal removal.
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Community reports are mixed: Some users received hoodies verified at physical stores (like SSENSE); others reported delayed delivery, poor communication, or suspected fake products .
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Given that the brand itself disavows the site, it’s safest to avoid it.
🌈 Available Colorways & Prices (Canadian Retailers)
From official and trusted outlets like Essentials Canada or Step in Style:
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SS24 Black Hoodie – ~C$150
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SS23 Jet Black Hoodie – ~C$120 to C$180 (confirmed via multiple listings) Essentials Canada Essentials Canada
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SS22 Dark Oatmeal Hoodie – ~C$120
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FW21 Black Pullover Hoodie – ~C$180
Additional variants frequently include taupe, oatmeal, coral, and harvest, as well as stretch limo, depending on inventory.
✅ Buying Tips & Authentication Advice
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Buy from authorized retailers like SSENSE, Nordstrom, and Holt Renfrew—or well-regarded Canadian boutiques such as Step in Style or Nine6ixe.
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Verify tags and quality, especially with secondhand sites:
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Look for proper “ESSENTIALS” and “Fear of God” neck tags.
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Check stitching, logo placement, and print quality.
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Avoid gray‑market or counterfeit sites, such as essentialscanada.ca, even if they claim legitimacy. Fear of God has officially labeled it counterfeit Essentials Canada + 5 Reddit + 5 Reddit + 5.
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Expect duties or customs handling for shipments into Canada—prices may include them or be charged later depending on the site Reddit.
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Use payment methods with buyer protection (like credit cards or PayPal), especially on resale platforms or international sellers.
📋 Quick Comparison
| Retailer | Typical Price (CAD) | Ship Destinations | Notes |
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| SSENSE, Nordstrom, Holt | ~$150–280 | Canada, USA | Official, highly trusted |
| Step in Style (Canada) | $130–$350 | Canada (fast shipping) | Canadian boutique, good reviews |
| Nine6ixe.ca | $220–280 | Canada, USA | Select an authentic stock |
| KickzYWG, 8pmshop.ca | ~$250–328 | Canada/US | Limited stock, pricey |
| essentialscanada.ca | ~$120–200 | Canada | Flagged as counterfeit |
✅ Bottom Line
If you're shopping for an Essentials Hoodies in Canada, stick to trusted channels like SSENSE, Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, or established Canadian boutiques. That way, you’ll get a genuine piece without worrying about fakes—or legal and quality issues.