Toronto Shopping Guide

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Editor’s Picks

EDITOR'S PICK

American chain Crate and Barrel inches onto the international scene with the opening of its first,…

FALL FASHION: ACCESSORIZE

If your wardrobe needs an update, take inspiration from the Fall 2008 collections of top Canadian…

FALL FASHION: GET ROMANTIC

If your wardrobe needs an update, take inspiration from the Fall 2008 collections of top Canadian…

FALL FASHION: GET STRUCTURE

If your wardrobe needs an update, take inspiration from the Fall 2008 collections of top Canadian…

FALL FASHION: GO PREP-SCHOOL SCHOOL

If your wardrobe needs an update, take inspiration from the Fall 2008 collections of top Canadian…

5 CELEB SHOPS

Shop where the stars do when in town for the film festival. 1. Drool-worthy designer suits,…

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ELMWOOD SPA

Nestled in the heart of downtown, experience the finest in health and beauty care with individual…

GET OUTSIDE

Getoutside has offered Toronto’s best selection of classic and cutting edge name-brand footwear for…

BLACK LINE STUDIO

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Shopping Features

10 Fashion Boutiques

Designer duds and accessories from edgy to elegant and everything in between.

Shopping | May 2007 | By Gaya Arasaratnam

10 Kid-Friendly Stores

Spoil the little ones by making a pit stop at one of these fab shops for kids.

Shopping | June 2007 | By Donald Langley

10 New Boutiques

With the leaves changing, switch up your classic fall shopping routine and visit one of Toronto’s newest retail havens.

Shopping | September 2007 | By Jaclyn Greenberg

10 Pampering Products

Spoil yourself. Go ahead, you deserve it.

Shopping | January 2007 | By Linda Luong

10 Shopping Destinations

Shop Toronto for everything from free-trade coffees to gleaming Tiffany necklaces.

Shopping | April 2007 | By Gaya Arasaratnam

10 Summer Essentials

As the days and nights heat up, here are your best bets to stay fresh and be cool.

Shopping | July 2007 | By Jaclyn Greenberg

10 Tokens of Toronto

Shopping | November 2006 | By Linda Luong

5 Indigenous Shops

Find artisinal crafts from around the world right here.

Shopping | March 2007 | By Linda Luong

Follow the PATH

Known as the PATH system, downtown Toronto’s 27 kilometre underground shopping complex —the largest in the world according to the Guinness Book of World Records— offers a wealth of options all in weatherproof comfort.

Shopping | January 2008 | By Sarah Bernath

Fall Fashion 2008

It's All In The Bag

The season's must-have hand bags.

Shopping | November 2008 | By Linda Luong

Top One-Stop Shopping Destinations

Where to get the goods for everyone on your shopping list.

Shopping | November 2007 | By Mario Cywinski

Outdoor Gear for Kids

Get the Gear

The season is sure to be a fun-filled one with these fresh-air-friendly items.

Shopping | June 2008 | By Linda Luong

Cape Dorset Prints: A Retrospective Book

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Dish Entertains by Trish Magwood

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Neil Young Live At Massey Hall 1971 CD

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

The Very Best of Diana Krall CD

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

15 Top Shops

To help you make the most of your time, WHERE Toronto scouted these retail gems.

Shopping | April 2007 | By Flannery Dean & Linda Luong

24 Top Shops

Where readers told us their faves. Here, we reveal our first Where to Shop Awards!

Shopping | October 2007 | By Robert Maurin

A Box for Bogey

Shopping | April 2007 | By Linda Luong

Alessi Cat Bowl

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

All That Glitters

Add a little—or a lot—of sparkle and shine to someone’s life.

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Holiday Gift Guide

All Wrapped Up

Get a jump on your gift shopping with our hottest picks for the season.

Shopping | November 2006 | By Flannery Dean & Anne Gibson

All-Canadian Trivia Board Game

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Artist Pencils

Shopping | April 2008

Baby BonBon Kids’ Hat

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Basia Bulat Oh My Darling CD

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Bathing Beauty

Shopping | April 2007 | By Flannery Dean

Behind-the-Scenes of a Photo Shoot

The inside scoop on how this year’s holiday gift guide came together.

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Facial Services

Best Face Forward

For your fair visage—or the rest of your beautiful bod—these spas have got it all.

Shopping | January 2008 | By Where Staff

Black Winter Hat

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Blue Rodeo Small Miracles CD

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Blue-diamond Pavé Solitaire Ring

Shopping | February 2008 | By Linda Luong

Book It

Shopping | April 2007 | By Flannery Dean

Books, Books, Books

You like to read ‘em—here’s our favourite places to buy ‘em.

Shopping | October 2006 | By Flannery Dean

Boss Hugo BOSS Cassette Tape Cuff Links

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Brown Leather Messenger Bag

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Butterfly Brooches

Shopping | February 2008

Carbon Shaving Razor, Brush and Tray

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Casio EX-S880 Digital Camera

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Clio Blue Hammered Silver Cuff

Shopping | February 2008 | By Linda Luong

Novo Spa

Colour Me Calm

Shopping | January 2008 | By Where Staff

Cool Kid Stuff

Tyke-sized goodies for your little monkey.

Shopping | April 2008

Curved Matte Sterling-silver Cufflinks

Shopping | February 2008 | By Linda Luong

Délices de Cartier Fragrance

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Spa at the Hazelton

Designer Retreat

Shopping | January 2008 | By Where Staff

Disney Mix Max

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Dollhouse Table and Chairs

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Elsworth Divers Serving Spoon and Fork

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Fall for Fashion

Where to shop and what to buy from top Canadian designers—for every style of shopper.

Shopping | September 2007 | By Kathleen Newman-Bremang

Frank Gehry Bone China Rock Vase

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Frank Gehry Wood Fish Toggle Necklace and Bracelet

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Fruity Foaming Bath Gift Set

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Give It a Spin

Shopping | April 2007 | By Flannery Dean

Go Big or Go Home

All that glitters is not gold. Sometimes it’s a stunning diamond pavé platinum setting. A smattering of Bloor Street’s priciest gems offers plenty of sparkling holiday ice.

Shopping | December 2006

Greta Patent Clutch

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Grey Cashmere Travel Blanket with Pillowcase Pouch

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Stillwater Spa

H2O Heaven

Shopping | January 2008

Hats On

Shopping | April 2007 | By Linda Luong

Have Music, Will Travel

Shopping | April 2007 | By Linda Luong

Elmwood Spa

Historic Escape

Shopping | January 2008 | By Where Staff

Travel Toys for Kids

Hit the Road

Going on a road trip? Pack up the car, the kids and these toys for a peaceful and stress-free journey.

Shopping | July 2007 | By Linda Luong

Holiday Shopping: Jewellery

The holidays sparkle with these gems.

Shopping | November 2006 | By Flannery Dean & Anne Gibson

Holiday Shopping: Kids

Treats for the little ones on your list.

Shopping | November 2006 | By Flannery Dean & Anne Gibson

Holiday Shopping: Men

Special gifts for the men on your list.

Shopping | November 2006 | By Flannery Dean & Anne Gibson

Holiday Shopping: Pets

Gift-giving for your four-legged friends.

Shopping | November 2006 | By Flannery Dean & Anne Gibson

Holiday Shopping: Tech

Gift ideas for the gadget guy or gal.

Shopping | November 2006 | By Flannery Dean & Anne Gibson

Home Sweet Home

Ideas to pamper the consummate hostess.

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Jet Set

Practical and pretty must-haves for planes, trains and automobiles.

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

John Hardy Gold with Silver Trim Cuff

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Spas for Men

Just for Guys

Gents get their groom on at these men’s-only spas.

Shopping | January 2008 | By Where Staff

K+T Box

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Kid's Play

Shopping | April 2007 | By Linda Luong

Kiehl's Musk Oil and Original Musk Gel

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Ladies Who Lunch Set

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Lady Luxe

Delight in a garden of items in these happy hues.

Shopping | April 2008

Lazaro Leopard-print Leather Brave Belt

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Leather Pillow

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Leopard-print Lighter

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Leopard-print Metallic Leather Baby Shoes

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Leopard-print PVC Bag

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Les Femmes Tea for Two

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Local Gem

Shopping | April 2007 | By Flannery Dean

Louis Vuitton Belt in Argent

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

LUG Pink Passport Wallet

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Watches for Men

Luxe Time

Handsome timepieces for men.

Shopping | February 2008 | By Linda Luong

Malizia by La Perla Thong

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Mall Madness

Shopping | November 2006 | By Daisy Clark

Top Manicure Spots

Mani Mania

Nail the perfect look at these salons devoted especially to fingertips and toes.

Shopping | December 2007 | By Where Staff

Maple Syrup

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Marc Marmel Black Weekender Bag

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Marc Marmel White Passport Wallet

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Meera Mahadevia Rectangular Clutch

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Mini Monkey

Shopping | April 2008

Monkey Clock

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Much for Men

Earn your travel stripes with these hot accessories.

Shopping | April 2008

Oh! Canada

The best of this season’s bounty from our fair nation.

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Shizen Spa

Orient Yourself

Shopping | January 2008 | By Where Staff

Orleans Green Platter

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Oster Electric Wine Opener

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Paloma’s Groove Compass

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Paper Rapt

Shopping | April 2007 | By Flannery Dean

Patent Heels

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Philip Stein Teslar Black Alligator-strap Watch

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Philippe Starck Watch

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Photoforest Photo Holder

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Pillow

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Pink Cashmere Hot-Water Bottle

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Pink Tek Sock Universal Pouch

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Pink Victorinox SwissCard

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Pantages Spa

Plush Luxury

Shopping | January 2008 | By Where Staff

Red Alert

Celebrate this festive hue all year-round.

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong

Reif Estate Vidal Icewine

Shopping | November 2007 | By Viviane Kertész

Rene Caovilla Bronze Sequined Boots

Shopping | November 2007 | By Linda Luong