Hiso
HiSO is a Canadian outerwear brand based in Toronto, active since 1975 under its earlier name Hide Society. It makes luxury jackets and coats in leather, shearling, fur, alpaca, wool and cashmere.
| Active since | 1975 |
|---|---|
| Former name | Hide Society |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Canada |
| Offices | Berlin, Germany |
| Production | Toronto and Poland |
| Website | hiso.ca |
What is HiSO?
HiSO is a Toronto-based outerwear brand that has been active since 1975. It was originally a small family boutique in Toronto's fashion district under the name Hide Society, and was later rebranded as HiSO. The family business is now run by the second generation, with twin brothers Karl and Mark leading it for just over 20 years.
Products and positioning
The brand makes luxury jackets and coats in leather, shearling, fur, alpaca, wool and cashmere. Its Black Label and White Label collections are named lines, and customers can order tailor-made pieces by choosing the material, the fur type and the colour.
HiSO presents itself as a luxury label with a sustainability focus, describing its leather and fur as by-products of the food industry.
Production
Headquarters are in Toronto, with offices in Berlin and a production facility in Poland. HiSO bought a factory in Toronto where its cashmere, wool and alpaca clothing is made, while shearling and leather jackets are still produced in Poland.
Why it matters
HiSO shows how a family-run Canadian business can combine local manufacturing with European production and offices to serve the luxury outerwear market.
Frequently asked questions
Where is HiSO from?
HiSO is a Canadian brand headquartered in Toronto, with offices in Berlin and production in Poland.
What does HiSO sell?
HiSO sells luxury jackets and coats in leather, shearling, fur, alpaca, wool and cashmere.