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Hey first-years! It’s been amazing to meet you at our pop-up shops across campus and in our brand new JDUC store as we kick off the school year. We've been so excited to get to know you, and we love the class of ‘29 already. That being said, we thought we’d take a moment to introduce ourselves and tell you all youneed to know for first-year hiring. Who are we? Oil Thigh Designs (OTD) is Queen’s University’s leading not-for-profit, 100% student-run retailer. Since 1994, we’ve

As a not-for-profit and student-run retailer at Queen’s University, OTD is proud to be able to give back to the very community that supports us. This past school year, we've taken meaningful steps toward creating impactful change, right here on campus and beyond. Here's a look at the causes we were honoured to have supported during the 2024-2025 school year:  🏀Tricolour Classic (TCC) - $10,000 Donation The TCC is a student-run club that raises awareness for Childhood Cancer

Have you ever had to trek all the way to Rideau just to shop the cutest OTD merch?... well walk no more! In just a few short weeks, OTD will officially move to the 1st floor of JDUC. That's right! No more sketchy side door or accidentally walking into Tricolour. Why the move? We care about becoming the most accessible to our peers. That's why we are so excited to move to a central location on campus, and become much easier to find! More space, more selection: Our new store is

What started in 2003 as a small group of friends growing facial hair for fun in Australia has turned into a worldwide campaign raising over $1 billion. Every November, men everywhere grow out their mustaches to raise awareness for some of the most prominent health issues affecting men. Movember is nothing short of growing a mustache; it's a chance to start breaking down the stigma for men's mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. At OTD, we

The passionate students who started OTD in 1994 committed to creating a club that was more than just a business; it was a dedication to creating meaningful impact both locally in Kingston and globally. As a 100% student-run and not-for-profit retailer, our core values lie in community and charity impact.  OTD proudly became the first official business ratified by the Queen’s Commerce Society in 2009, all thanks to our peers’ support. Don't believe us? Some even say we are “wa

WHY CHOOSE OTD? Why NOT choose OTD?! We are a student-run, 100% not-for-profit Queen’s University retail company. The heart of OTD is our collective passion for meaningful impact through charitable donations. Founded in 1994, we are the first official business of the Queen’s Commerce Society, now serving over 180 student groups and organizations annually. We provide iconic custom and promotional apparel throughout the year. YES, the Smith sweaters and Commerce leather jackets

Dear Oil Thigh Designs Community, That’s a wrap on the fall semester! As we take a break to focus on exams and unwind during winter break, we are thrilled to look back on such an action-packed past couple of months. We've had a whirlwind of experiences that we can't wait to share with you in our "OTD Wrapped: Fall Semester Recap." New Beginnings: We kicked off the semester by finalizing our 2023/24 executive team – led by our co-chairs, Ariane, Davis, and Cooper, the team con

History For over 130 years, Queen’s students have used fashion to show their connection to Queen’s. According to the Queen’s University Encyclopedia, Queen’s merchandise has evolved through stages: in 1884 the AMS chose it’s tricolour palette; in the 1900s tricolour sweaters and scarves gained prominence on campus; in 1925 the tam was adopted and Queen’s designated specific colours to represent each faculty; and in 1950 faculty jackets were introduced. According to Queen’s Un

We Are Back! Oil Thigh Designs is made up of a group of 40 students driven by a collective passion for providing the Queen's community with fashionable, comfortable, and spirited apparel, all while actively contributing to charitable causes both within Kingston and beyond. Roles range from E-commerce, to Operations, Sales, Custom Designs, Consulting, Marketing, Photography, Logistics, Finance, and more. Our team is managed by Ariane Guyonnet, Cooper Raposo, and Davis Wilkie. 

Oil Thigh Designs is a student-run not-for-profit retailer located on Queen’s Campus with ~ 40 members, and we are looking to hire YOU! Our March Hiring process has now launched and is open to all Queen’s students. A little about OTD:  Historically, Oil Thigh Designs (OTD) is one of the oldest clubs on campus, beginning operations in 1996. Over the past five years, we have donated >$135,000 to charities locally and abroad.  Our ideal team member:  is a self-leader, a team pla

Around the world, the holidays are celebrated in a variety of ways. Some attend family gatherings with special dinners, while others donate their time to give back to their community. From Christmas, to Hanukkah, to Kwanza, there’s something for everyone to celebrate – even if it’s just the New Year’s because congratulations, we made it through another year.  Here’s what the holidays mean to a few members of our team: “The holidays to me mean spending extra quality time with

Oil Thigh Designs is known for its unique and creative Queen’s merchandise designs, but we also offer custom sales services for you and your friends to create your own designs. Over the past few years, we’ve partnered with dozens of executives on campus to create their annual club merchandise. Whether you’re looking for quarter-zips, crew necks or hoodies for any occasion, Oil Thigh Designs can do it all! To ensure a seamless process with your order, our Custom Sales Team wil

Founded in 1994, Oil Thigh Designs – Queen’s University’s fully student-run and non-profit retailer dominates the sector of customized and promotional apparel. OTD serves over 180 student organizations along with the Kingston community as a whole. 100% of our proceeds are donated to chosen charities on both the local and global scale. Since our inception, we’ve donated $135,000 to various global and local charities! With a team of over 30 executives, comprehensive weekly meet

The COVID-19 pandemic changed all of our lives - so how have we, a retail organization, managed to stay afloat? Over two years later, Queen’s students have experienced numerous city-wide and school-wide closures that have interrupted casual outings such as shopping, clubbing, visiting restaurants, and other leisure activities. As a retail store, Oil Thigh Designs has been forced to close, re-open, close, and re-open again - so how have we managed to stay afloat? Retail stores

OTD is ecstatic to announce our annual charitable donation list. Keep reading to find out where we contributed. As Queen’s University’s only non-profit student-run merchandise retailer, OTD donates 100% of our profits every year to a range of local and international charities. This year, OTD is beyond excited to announce that nearly  $35,000  has been donated to the charities below. This record-high donation would not have been possible without our customers, our executive te

As a student at the Smith School of Business, you have the potential to unlock a myriad of opportunities. Recently, Oil Thigh Designs has announced they will be supporting a new Queen's admissions bursary known as the Students Helping Students Award . This initiative was fostered through collaboration with the Queen’s University Investment Counsel (QUIC) and CREO Solutions. At the surface level, each of these student-led clubs serve very different purposes, ranging in the are

Who are we?  Established in 1994, Oil Thigh Designs is not your average Queen’s retailer. Not only are we 100% student-run, but we are also entirely not-for-profit. All our profits are donated to charities chosen by our staff & customers! Our team consists of students passionate about making a meaningful impact during their time at Queen’s.   One of OTD’s 2020/2021 Donations to Almost Home Kingston   What do we do? While you may know us from our huge HOCO & St. Patrick’s Day