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From world-class art to locally designed jewelry, we’ve tracked down the best shopping in the world’s coolest cities. Find that last-minute holiday gift, or take home something memorable for yourself.
Best Neighborhood Shops in....
Best Neighborhood Shops
Toronto
Green Shag 670 Queen St. W, Queen Street, 416-360-7424 greenshag.com
The Draw: This men’s store has the wardrobe for the trendy 20- to 30-something man who’s climbing the cooler corporate ladder. The Scene: New to the Queen Street strip, this bespoke men’s clothier creates shirts, T-shirts, and cravats, as well as cufflinks, tie pins, and money clips for the urban man with the sophistication to know that off the rack isn’t where it’s at. Hot Tip: Become an online patron—check out the store’s blog to find out about competitions to win Green Shag merchandise.
The Draw: International pashmina and cashmere—need we say more? The Scene: From visiting celebs to the Rosedale matrons, the array of sparkle and colors attracts shoppers who, like owner Kumari Colson, have a love for luxury and bling from exotic destinations such as Vietnam, Cambodia, India, Nepal, Thailand, and Italy. The staff will lavish you with attention and exquisite items, from the softest shawls to the perfect set of sparkling earrings for that charity dinner. Hot Tip: With many one-of-a-kind jewelry and accessory items to choose from, you can be sure you won’t show up at your next event with the same necklace or clutch as your rival.
Up to You Boutique 1483 Queen St. E, Leslieville, 416-778-6487 uptoyoutoronto.com
The Draw: This east-side shop specializes in design objects that will make you the envy of Wallpaper and Dwell mag devotees. The Scene: Located above popular take-out spot Chick-N-Joy, this store is designed like the apartment of a cool kid with unlimited funds. Finding labels you will read about in a few months and the coolest gadgets for every room in your abode, brother-and-sister team Bill and Dimitra search the globe for must-have items. Hot tip: Subscribe to the monthly newsletter to learn about the latest design finds discovered by the siblings.
