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toronto - Snickeriportalen
CITY GUIDE
NEIGHBORHOODS
TORONTO
BLOOR-YORKVILLE
Posh neighborhood vibe; Well to-do dining and upscale nightlife;
Luxury accommodations; Designer boutiques and Holt Renfrew
DON RIVER
PARK
DOWNTOWN TORONTO
High-rise buildings home to the finance scene; Club centric
nightlife; Path underground shopping and renowned Eaton Centre
BLOOR YORKVILLE
KING WEST/QUEEN WEST
RIVERDALE
PARK
High concentration of chain retailers and boutiques interlaced
with street stalls; Optimal spot for street performers and people
watching; Wide variety of restaurants
UNIVERSITY
OF TORONTO
LESLIEVILLE /
RIVERDALE
LITTLE ITALY /
KENSINGTON MARKET
LITTLE ITALY/KENSINGTON MARKET
DOWNTOWN
OLD TOWN
WEST QUEEN WEST
LESLIEVILLE/RIVERDALE
Spread out, residential vibe; Interior and specialty stores; Up and
coming neighborhood
DISTILLERY
DISTRICT
Streets lined with vintage shops and food markets; Eclectic cafés
and specialty restaurants; Artists’ haven; Busking and pedestrian
Sundays
KING WEST /
QUEEN WEST
OLD TOWN/DISTILLERY DISTRICT
PARKDALE
NORTH
SHORE
PARK
Weekend flea at St. Lawrence Market; Restaurants and bars in
the Distillery District; Interior design and specialty stores
PARKDALE
MARILYNN
BELL PARK
Charming cafes; Hip nightlife scene; Vintage shops and antique
furniture stores
BILLY BISHOP
TORONTO CITY
AIRPORT
WEST QUEEN WEST
TORONTO
ISLAND
PARK
TOMMY
THOMPSON
PARK
Trendy restaurants and quaint cafes; MOCCA and contemporary
art galleries; Drum circles in Trinity Bellwoods Park
48 HOUR RECOMMENDATION
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CITY GUIDE
FAST FACTS
TORONTO
BEFORE YOU GO
WHEN TO GO
DELIVERIES
Most shops in Toronto are closed on national holidays
with the exception of Easter Monday, Remembrance
Day and Boxing Day:
New products ship every month (for fast retailers, every week)
but general deliveries are:
New Year’s Day (January 1)
Family Day (3rd Monday of February)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter)
Easter Monday (Monday after Easter)
Victoria Day (Monday before May 25)
Canada Day (July 1)
Civic Holiday (1st Monday of August)
Labor Day (1st Monday of September)
Thanksgiving (2nd Monday of October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
BEST MARKETS TO SHOP
Spring – Feb, March, April
Summer – May, June, July
Fall – August, September, October
Holiday – November, December, January
* Major deliveries in bold
* Youth markets deliver back-to-school product in August and early
summer product in April.
SALES
Sales occur throughout the year but larger clearance happens
in late-December/January for Fall/Holiday product, and in lateJune/July for Spring/Summer product.
Women
Denim
Men
Eco-Green
Juniors
Fabric & Trim
Young Men
Footwear
Children
Intimates
Interiors
Jewelry
Accessories
Knitwear
Activewear
Outerwear
Beauty
Swimwear
Bespoke
Vintage
ONCE YOU’RE THERE
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AIRPORTS
GETTING AROUND
TIPPING GUIDE
TORONTO PEARSON INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT (YYZ)
Toronto’s main airport is located 17mi (27km)
northwest of downtown Toronto. Taxi fare from
the airport to downtown is around $40, with
flat rates available depending on destination.
Tipping is typically 10%-20% of the total fare.
Bus services are provided by the Toronto
Transit Commission. The 192 Airport Rocket
provides an all-day accessible service between
the airport and Kipling Station on the BloorDanforth Subway with a trip time of 20 minutes,
from which travelers can take the subway to
downtown Toronto. The Airport Express is a 24hour service running to downtown Toronto and
several major hotels.
TAXIS
Taxis are plentiful in Toronto. Their initial charge
is $4.25 and $1.75 per additional kilometer. Major
companies include Diamond (1 416 366 6868), Beck
(1 416 751 5555) or Metro (1 416 504 8294). Tipping in
taxis is typically 15%-20% of the total fare.
Tipping is expected in Toronto.
SUBWAY
The Toronto Transit Commission operates the subway,
bus, streetcar and Light Rapid Transit (LRT) systems.
Fares including transfers to buses or streetcars are $3
for a single ride, $11 for a day pass and $39.25 for a
weekly pass. The subway operates Monday-Saturday
from 6am-1:30am, and Sunday from 9am-1:30am.
The Blue Night Network operates on basic surface
routes, running every 30 minutes from 1am-5:30am.
Where the subway ends, buses and streetcars take
over, running east to west and north to south along
the city’s main thoroughfares. When paying the fare
(on the bus, streetcar or subway), always pick up a
transfer so that you don’t have to pay again.
Waitstaff: 15%-20%
Bartender/Cocktail Waitress: $1-$2 per drink
Porter/Doorman: $1-$2 per bag, $1-$2 for hailing a cab
SHOP HOURS
Boutiques are open Monday-Friday from 11am-7pm,
Saturday from 12pm-6pm and Sunday from 12pm-5pm.
Shopping centers are open Monday-Friday from 10am-9pm,
Saturday from 9:30am-7pm and Sunday from 12pm-6pm.
OTHER
Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (GMT-5/-4)
Electricity: 120 V
Common Language: English and French
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CITY GUIDE
HIT LIST
TORONTO
STAY
FOUR SEASONS
THE HAZELTON HOTEL
SHANGRI-LA
21 Avenue Road / 1 416 964 0411
118 Yorkville Avenue / 1 416 963 6300
188 University Avenue / 1 647 788 8888
Situated amidst the posh retail and restaurant
scene of Yorkville, the Four Seasons is right at
home with its luxury amenities and five-start
services. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
The Hazelton invokes 1940s Hollywood glamour,
yet it is equipped with modern luxuries such as
rainfall showers, pillow-top mattresses and a
world-class spa. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
Located in the Financial District, the ShangriLa is equipped with 202 luxury rooms spread
across 65 floors. Amenities cover both
business and leisure needs and include an
indoor pool and sauna facility, a screening
room and an outdoor terrace. (DOWNTOWN)
THE DRAKE HOTEL
ONE KING WEST
THOMPSON TORONTO
1150 Queen Street West / 1 416 531 5042
1 King Street West / 1 416 548 8100
60 Yorkville Avenue / 1 416 640 7778
The Drake Hotel lives up to its reputation
as one of the coolest digs in town. The
main floor is equipped with a sushi bar, a
restaurant serving up Canadian fare and a café
renowned for its blueberry scones. The Drake
Underground hosts up-and-coming bands from
around the world, while the rooftop bar enjoys
constant makeovers from taco huts to fire pits,
depending on the season. (QUEEN WEST)
Located within walking distance of Queen
Street, this luxury hotel is housed in the former
Dominion Bank Building. Many details of the
hotel’s former use are still in place amidst
a sleek, yet cozy environment, making this
the perfect destination for weary business
travelers. (KING WEST/QUEEN WEST)
The Thompson Group has done it again with
106 rooms each complete with floor to ceiling
windows, a rooftop pool and a private lounge
with panoramic views of the city. Find Italian
restaurant Scarpetta and a 24-hour diner down
below, both in tune with the contemporary
furnishings for which this luxury chain is best
known. Designed by Studio Gaia, the modern
interior of the Thompson Toronto challenges
The Drake as the city’s hippest hotel.
(KING WEST/QUEEN WEST)
SEE
THE DISTILLERY DISTRICT
ART GALLERY OF ONTARIO
THE POWER PLANT
55 Mill Street / 1 416 364 1177
317 Dundas Street West / 1 416 979 6648
231 Queens Quay West / 1 416 973 4949
The Distillery District is where you’ll find a
number of art galleries, new restaurants and
innovative interior design and specialty stores.
This Frank Gehry-designed museum contains
art from Nigeria to Brussels and back to Toronto.
For over 20 years, The Power Plant has
been Canada’s foremost destination for
contemporary art. (QUEEN WEST)
(LITTLE ITALY/KENSINGTON MARKET)
(DISTILLERY DISTRICT)
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY
CANADIAN ART
952 Queen Street West / 1 416 395 0067
Located in the Arts + Design District of
West Queen West, MOCCA is committed to
supporting emerging contemporary artists.
XSPACE
BATA SHOE MUSEUM
#2, 303 Lansdowne Avenue / 1 416 849 2864
327 Bloor Street West / 1 416 979 7799
XPACE is dedicated to emerging art and
design, pairing promising students with
established talents. (WEST QUEEN WEST)
Boasting an award-winning edifice and over
10,000 shoes dating back 4,500 years, the
Bata Shoe Museum is a unique destination for
footwear aficionados. (THE ANNEX)
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
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HIT LIST
TORONTO
EAT & DRINK
MIDEASTRO
ORTOLAN
BUCA
27 Yorkville Avenue / 1 416 477 2427
1211 Bloor Street / 1 647 348 4500
604 King Street West / 1 416 865 1600
Located in heart of Yorkville comes
Mideastro, a sophisticated den serving
exquisite Mediterranean and Middle Eastern
dishes from chef Bennny Choen.
Ortolan is a hip spot of 26 seats with Damon
Clements and Daniel Usher at the helm
serving up unique, local and seasonal delights.
This boiler room-turned-Italian restaurant is
bound to impress with its farm fresh ingredients
and hip downtown crowd. (KING WEST)
(BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
(BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
LEE
JACOBS & CO. STEAKHOUSE
MODUS
601 King Street West / 1 416 504 7867
12 Brant Street / 1 416 366 0200
145 King Street West / 1 416 861 9977
Lee offers tapas-style dining in a warm and
modern environment from Iron Chef Susur Lee.
Jacobs is the go-to destination for classic
steakhouse fare made from the finest ingredients.
From French fries cooked in duck fat to freshly
shucked oysters, caviar and hundred-dollar cuts
of Japanese beef, a meal here is an extravagant
necessity and a true taste of Toronto.
Chef Bruce Woods focuses on top quality
ingredients and refined service at Modus,
where a rather opulent dining room sets the
mood. (KING WEST/QUEEN WEST)
(KING WEST)
(KING WEST/QUEEN WEST)
THE BLACK HOOF
BYMARK
ORIGIN
928 Dundas Street West / 1 416 551 8854
66 Wellington Street West / 1 416 777 1144
107 King Street East / 1 416 603 8009
The Black Hoof has been challenging diners
with off-cut charcuterie dishes such as horse
tartare, tongue on brioche, and bone marrow
with sea salt since its opening in 2008. Its
sister restaurants (Hoof Cocktail Bar and Rhum
Corner) are each located just a few steps away.
One of the finest restaurants in the city brought
by way of renowned chef Mark McEwan. The
menu here flawlessly captures McEwan’s talent
for marrying classic cuisine with contemporary
flairs. Also find an equally impressive wine list.
The energy here is palpable. Chef Steve
Gonzalez masterfully combines flavors
from around the world to create an artful
menu divided into Snacks & Sides, Raw Bar,
Mozzarella Bar, Chilled, Hot and Sweet.
(OLD TOWN/DISTILLERY DISTRICT)
(OLD TOWN/DISTILLERY DISTRICT)
(LITTLE ITALY/KENSINGTON MARKET)
TERRONI
PIZZERIA LIBRETTO
YOURS TRULY
57a Adelaide Street East / 1 416 203 3093
221 Ossington Avenue / 1 416 532 8000
229 Ossington Avenue / 1 416 533 2243
With a few locations in Toronto and two in LA,
this Terroni outpost offers traditional southern
Italian cuisine in an exceptionally striking
atmosphere that was once a courthouse.
Enter through a sun-lit atrium to find a 50-seat
enoteca and main dining room complete with
high ceilings, fireplaces and an open kitchen
setup. Private rooms are also available.
Traditional and delicious Napoleon-style pies.
Jeff Claudio earned his stripes in some of
New York’s top kitchens and delivers an
incredible culinary experience at his first
solo restaurant. (WEST QUEEN WEST)
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
(OLD TOWN/DISTILLERY DISTRICT)
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HIT LIST
TORONTO
SHOP
119 CORBO
ARITZIA
AUGUSTINA
119 Yorkville Avenue / 1 416 928 0954
50 Bloor Street West / 1 416 934 0935
138 Cumberland Street / 1 416 922 4248
Located in a two-story townhouse, 119 Corbo
is Toronto’s ultimate destination for women’s
fashion. Collections here include the likes of
Miu Miu, Lanvin and Rick Owens.
Aritzia is a staple brand for Canadian fashionistas
in the know. The retail locations offer youthful
labels such as Cheap Monday, WeSC and TNA
paired with higher-end garb from VPL, Vena Cava
and Vince. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
This sophisticated boutique stocks women’s
labels such as Loeffler Randall, Steven Alan,
and Rebecca Minkoff. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
(BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
THE CAT’S MEOW
CONTRABAND
DAVIDS
180 Avenue Road / 1 647 435 5875
154 Cumberland Street / 1 416 928 1414
66 Bloor Street West / 1 416 920 1000
Vintage designer clothing and accessories
spanning the twenties through to the eighties.
A sleek, thrift-inspired men’s streetwear boutique
from Christopher Casuga and Bernard Manarin.
The store is loved for its mix of both high and
mid-market brand names that work seamlessly
together under one roof. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
DAVIDS is the go-to store for designer
footwear, stocking a curated edit for both
men and women of labels such as Chloe,
Giuseppe Zanotti and Christian Louboutin.
(BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
DIVINE DECADENCE
ORIGINALS
128 Cumberland Street / 1 416 324 9759
Divine Decadeance Originals has by far the
best selection of high-end vintage in Toronto.
With labels such as Dior, YSL, Chanel and
Pucci gracing the racks, the selection is
endless and it doesn’t stop at apparel. The
jewelry, footwear and accessories are dazzling
beyond belief. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
MJOLK
HOLT RENFREW
(BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
LULULEMON
50 Bloor Street West / 1 416 922 2333
153 Cumberland Street / 1 416 964 9544
This famous department store stocks every
luxurious designer label under the sun, in
addition to exhaustive beauty and accessories
departments. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
This Canadian brand is the result of a yoga
enthusiast’s disdain for cotton after a sweaty
workout. Lululemon’s pieces are made from
a technical athletic fabric, which is quickdrying and laced with silver fibers to prohibit
bacteria growth. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
RAC BOUTIQUE
SERPENTINE
2959 Dundas Street West / 1 416 551 9853
24 Cumberland Street / 1 647 352 4433
132 Cumberland Street / 1 416 513 1818
Evoking the calm of a contemporary art
gallery, this husband and wife-owned interiors
store specializes in designers from Japan and
Scandinavia. Everything on display has been
made from both skill and passion, and the
innovation is more than inspiring.
RAC Boutique brings cutting-edge design to
the tony streets of Yorkville with apparel and
accessories from the likes of Peter Jensen,
Vivienne Westwood, Lindsey Thornburg and
J Dauphin. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
Rock ‘n’ roll meets cutting-edge goth at
this Yorkville men’s boutique. The dark
roster of labels includes Damir Doma, Rick
Owens DRKSHDW and Passarella Death
Squad, alongside leather clad accessories
from Natalia Brilli and studded goods from
Bess NYC. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
(BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
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TORONTO
SHOP
TNT MAN
TNT WOMAN
UNCLE OTIS
87 Avenue Road / 1 416 972 1593
87 Avenue Road / 1 416 975 1810
26 Bellair Street / 1 416 920 2281
While smaller than its feminine counterpart,
TNT Man by no means lacks in selection.
Apparel, accessories and footwear from
the likes of Alexander Wang, Comme des
Garcons, Rag & Bone and Y-3 are artfully
displayed within. The women’s store is
located just next door. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
Adjacent to the dedicated men’s boutique,
TNT Woman stocks 14,000 sqft. with a
coveted roster of labels including Alexander
Wang, Pamela Love, Isabel Marant, and Boy
by Band of Outsiders. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
Uncle Otis combines modern menswear with
urban style, creating an aesthetic that appeals
to both dapper young gents and streetwearloving fellas alike. Sleek attire from Maharishi,
Whyszeck and James Perse is paired with
goods from Gravis, Helmet of the Will and
Stussy, in addition to accessories from Nixon
and Surface to Air. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
WORKING TITLE
HAVEN TORONTO
HOI BO
126A Davenport Road / 1 416 551 1085
145 Berkeley Street / 1 647 344 4745
15 Trinity Street / 1 647 852 5488
Working Title is the contemporary counterpart
to Lost & Found. Amidst stark white walls and
minimalist furnishings, find menswear labels
like Patrick Ervell, Svensson, Engineered
Garments and Primaloft. The basement doubles
as a bookstore, stocking independent art and
photography books. The space also hosts
exhibitions on occasion. (BLOOR-YORKVILLE)
Reminiscent of an industrial loft, HAVEN
Toronto is complete with exposed brick,
whitewashed walls and pipes hanging from
the ceiling. The merchandise consists of
contemporary and workwear-inspired apparel
and footwear from labels like Junya Watanabe
Man, Comme des Garcons, Wings + Horns
and White Mountaineering. (OLD TOWN/
Toronto’s Distillery District is awash with
ateliers from craftspeople, and Hoi Bo is best
known. Here shop waxed cotton and lustrous
leather bags designed to beautify with age.
LILEO
(OLD TOWN/DISTILLERY DISTRICT)
DISTILLERY DISTRICT)
THE BAY
TNA
55 Mill Street, #35 / 1 416 413 1410
176 Yonge Street / 1 416 861 9111
220 Yonge Street / 1 416 597 9227
Lileo sells a wide range of fair trade goods for
both men and women in this massive Distillery
District space. (OLD TOWN/DISTILLERY
Department store The Bay (of Hudson’s Bay
Company) houses high fashion apparel for both
men and women, alongside various fur and beauty
salons. The revamped third floor features two new
spaces for designer names: The Room stocks
labels such as Balmain, Matthew Williamson and
Proenza Schouler, while The White Space houses
more contemporary labels like Sonia by Sonia
Rykiel, Hanii Y, Opening Ceremony and LnA.
Blending fashion and function, TNA is an
extension of the Aritzia brand. What started
as basic workout gear has now evolved into
a full-blown collection of chic activewear,
catering to everything from surf to snow.
DISTRICT)
(DOWNTOWN)
(DOWNTOWN)
ROOTS
LA MERCERIA
LAVISH & SQUALOR
220 Yonge Street / 1 416 593 9640
506 Adelaide Street West / 1 416 848 0057
253 Queen Street West / 1 416 599 4779
This Canadian lifestyle brand is known for high
quality leather bags and durable activewear for
both men and women. Stock up on hoodies,
flannels and other warm weather essentials at
this nationally loved chain. (DOWNTOWN)
Part Illy espresso bar, part home accessories
store, La Merceria has a mere 11 seats and
carries items such as Tocca candles, Dwell duvet
covers, Snow & Graham cards and American
Vintage camisoles. (KING WEST/QUEEN WEST)
This beautifully merchandised two-story
boutique has an old-time charm that’s hard to
resist. Here find heritage-inspired wares for
men and women, as well as vintage treasures,
locally made jewelry and interior goods. Be
sure to grab a coffee at the in-store City Bar
Espresso café. (KING WEST/QUEEN WEST)
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HIT LIST
TORONTO
SHOP
SHOW ROOM
SILHOUETTE TAILORING
ANICE
278 Queen Street West / 1 416 977 3888
733 Queen Street East / 1 416 465 9898
167 Augusta Avenue / 1 647 501 5526
Show Room can always be counted on for a
wide selection of casual apparel and denim
for both women and men from brands such as
Levi’s, Nudie Jeans, Naked & Famous, Earnest
Sewn, Cheap Monday and Diesel.
This quaint shop offers bespoke services for
both men and women, in addition to a small edit
of custom designs. (LESLIEVILLE/RIVERDALE)
More than your average jewelry shop, owner
Brittany Hopkins also stocks an eclectic
assortment of beads and materials to create
your own custom pieces. (LITTLE ITALY/
KENSINGTON MARKET)
(KING WEST/QUEEN WEST)
COURAGE MY LOVE
HOUSE OF VINTAGE
14 Kensington Avenue / 1 416 979 1992
1239 Queen Street West / 1 416 535 2142
Established in 1980, Courage My Love was the
first of its kind in the now vintage-saturated
Kensington Market. This charming townhouse
is loaded with retro clothing, accessories,
buttons, beads and lamps. (LITTLE ITALY/
This owner keeps House of Worth dresses
in his private collection, so imagine what
can be found in his shop. Lined with racks
of clothing from cocktail dresses to jean
jackets, everything is kept in mint condition.
KENSINGTON MARKET)
PHILA OPTICAL
(PARKDALE)
THE PUBLIC BUTTER
NORTH STANDARD
TRADING POST
1662 Queen Street West / 1 647 348 7060
A den of all things heritage, this outdoorsy
haunt is replete with unfinished wood, wall
maps and deer antlers. Showcased here is
a curated edit of rugged wares for both men
and women, everything from raw denim and
utility jackets to cozy interiors and artisanal
beauty products. (PARKDALE)
STUDIO BRILLANTINE
359 Roncesvalles Avenue / 1 416 538 8580
1290 Queen Street West / 1 416 535 4343
1518 Queen Street West / 1 416 536 6521
Find top-quality vintage frames sourced from
around the world at this eyewear boutique.
The Public Butter acts as a vintage clothing
boutique, an art gallery and a custom
silkscreen shop in one. (PARKDALE)
Here find a unique assortment of accessories,
kitschy toys and interior goods.
(PARKDALE)
BRIDGE + BARDOT
CABARET VINTAGE
(PARKDALE)
COAL MINER’S DAUGHTER
1138 Dundas Street West / 1 647 748 1138
672 Queen Street West / 1 416 504 7126
744 Queen Street West / 1 647 381 1439
Highly coveted designers fill the racks of this
minimalist boutique on Dundas West. While
established names fill the racks, the owners
also offer a fabulous selection of vintage
pieces that won’t break the bank.
A local favorite known for its amazing
customer service, Cabaret Vintage
specializes in wedding dresses but also
stocks a pristine assortment of vintage
apparel and accessories for both ladies
and gents. (WEST QUEEN WEST)
This is the second location of the beloved
local boutique Coal Miner’s Daughter.
Find a thoughtful edit of Canadian-made
apparel, accessories and jewelry, alongside
the shop’s own label Clementine & Tweed.
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
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(WEST QUEEN WEST)
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SHOP
THE DRAKE GENERAL STORE
FAWN
I MISS YOU
1144 Queen Street West / 1 416 531 5042
967 Queen Street West / 1 647 344 4703
63 Ossington Avenue / 1 416 916 7021
The Drake General Store offers a quirky
amalgamation of goodies including mustache
kits, Yodel snacks, X-rated coloring books and
Malin + Goetz beauty products.
Its name an acronym for Fashion, Attitude,
Wit and Nostalgia, FAWN stocks chic labels
such as Rachel Comey, Kvell, Rodebjer and
Oak. (WEST QUEEN WEST)
If you’re feeling nostalgic for decades past,
be sure to put I Miss You at the top of your
Toronto shopping list. Specializing in cocktail
attire, this vintage boutique is organized by
decade and color and stocks coveted labels
like Dior, Lanvin and Chanel alongside more
affordable, on-trend pieces.
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
JONATHAN+OLIVIA
KLAXON HOWL
LIFE OF MANEK
49 Ossington Avenue / 1 416 849 5956
706 Queen Street West / 1 647 436 6628
1504 Dundas Street West / 1 647 347 2635
Named after her niece and nephew, Jackie
O’Brien’s Ossington Avenue boutique is every
bit as personal as it is chic. This Toronto
staple stocks labels like Acne Studios, Surface
to Air, Opening Ceremony and Pamela Love.
Klaxon Howl specializes in vintage military
gear, as well as stocks wares from Levi’s
Vintage Clothing, Belstaff, Sugar Cane and
Buzz Ricksons. (WEST QUEEN WEST)
Eclectic wares sit alongside, and
complement, the trendy and elegant pieces
that grace the colorful racks at Life of Manek.
Find everything from mint condition vintage
Prada pumps to SkarGorn denim and We Are
Handsome swimwear.
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
LOST & FOUND
MADE
MINI MIOCHE
44 Ossington Avenue / 1 647 348 2810
867A Dundas Street West / 1 416 607 6384
795 Queen Street West / 1 647 348 5883
This boutique/café hybrid is complete
with whitewashed walls, exposed brick
and shipping crate furnishings. Order up
some fair-trade brew and peruse heritage
menswear from labels like Filson, Gitman
Brothers, Oak Street Bootmakers and Makr.
Owners Shaun Moore and Julie Nicholson stock
their design boutique with modern and quirky
interiors from independent Canadian designers,
as well their own line of plastic crate creations.
Organic, eco-friendly and made entirely in
Canada, Mini Mioche’s line of basics for
infants and children are absolutely adorable.
They also carry a selection of footwear,
apparel, and accessories from Converse,
Sorel, Adidas and many more.
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
NOMAD
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
SYDNEY’S
ZANE
819 Queen Street West / 1 416 202 8777
682 Queen Street West / 1 416 603 3369
753 Queen Street West / 1 647 352 9263
A menswear atelier for trend driven items and
smart basics. (WEST QUEEN WEST)
Sydney’s stocks a solid collection of menswear
from Rick Owens, Dries Van Noten, Julius and
in-house label Kin, complete with a fantastic
selection of denim and bespoke shirts.
Formerly known as A2Zane, this boutique
showcases a comprehensive collection of
quality accessories for men and women.
Enter through to a stark white interior that
perfectly sets the stage for luxury goods that
focus on fine craftsmanship and affordability
from both Canadian and international
designers. (WEST QUEEN WEST)
(WEST QUEEN WEST)
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