for home decorators
Design Manitoba Canadian-made contemporary designs for every room, including chic and clever solutions for small spaces. 101‐326 Wardlaw Ave, 204‐453‐2390 EQ3 Winnipeg-based chain offering a wide range of contemporary furniture and house brand accessories along with Marimekko. 1485 Portage Ave, 204-988‐6905 Hut K A showroom of world leading designers of cool, contemporary home furnishings with Scandinavian leanings, giftware and decor. 1824 Grant Ave, 204‐894‐7639 Interior Illusions This posh interior design shop has many exquisite, high-end home decor pieces. 100 Princess St, 204‐925‐4162 These Four Walls Beautiful showroom displays a full range of ever-changing styles and pieces for your home. 167 Stafford Ave, 204‐452‐5786
for jewellery lovers
Appelt’ s Diamonds Belgian diamonds and a wide selection of engagement and wedding bands, Pandora bracelets and charms. Three locations d Construct Small corner nook shows chic pieces from designer owner made from upcycled materials, eco friendly concrete, resin and lucite. The Forks Market, 1-888-817-2946 Diamond Gallery Luxury jewellery selection at a city stalwart. Custom designs by Allan & Lisa Malbranck. 1735 Corydon Ave, 204‐488‐9813 Hilary Druxman Chic boutique features minimalist jewellery by local designer. Exquisite pieces in Sterling silver, yellow and white gold. 1‐258 McDermot St, 204‐947‐1322 Independent Jewellers Traditional gift store with a selection of luxury watches and fine jewellery. 493 Notre Dame Ave, 204‐774‐5544 Mokada An collection of stunning earrings, necklaces and rings and bracelets pair with custom design services. 1- 530 Waterfront Dr, 204-415-5220 Redd Line Jewellery Nature-inspired designs use conflict-free materials and ecofriendly processes. 725 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204‐253‐6849 Sugar Blossom Jewelry Stylish flagship of local designer, Kelli Miller presents Signature designs that layer metals, and beads 138 Provencher Blvd, 204-219-6165 the it list
Vandenberg’ s Fine Jewellery A polished showroom sets the stage to shop designers’ collections, or order custom-designed pieces. Many ready to wear items. 1858 Portage Ave, 204-487-4732
for keeping warm
Manitobah Fashion and Manitoba’ s heritage meet at the first flagship store for popular Manitobah Mukluks. 2nd floor, The Forks Market, 204-202-4495 Prairie Summit Shop North Face outerwear and lifestyle accessories. Substantial children’ s and youth sections. 675 Empress St, 204‐284‐8631 Wonderful World Of Sheepskin Custom-made sheepskin rugs and throws for the home are paired with fashions, hats, mitts, gloves and slippers to stay cozy. 250 Dufferin Ave, 204‐586‐8097
for nature lovers
The Nature Nook Fort Whyte Alive’ s new Buffalo Crossing is a must for its child education focused gift shop. Paul Albrechtsen Visitor Centre, 2505 McGillivray Blvd, 204-989-8355 The Museum Shop Dinosaur figurines are the crowdfavourite. Stone carvings, kids’ toys and educational games. Limited hours. Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, 204‐988‐0615 The Nature Shop Nature-inspired gifts, bird feeders, jewellery, toys and books. Fort Whyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, 204‐989‐8364 The Preferred Perch A delightful hodgepodge of heated glass birdbaths, bird food, hummingbird feeders and garden decor. 4-1604 St Mary’ s Rd, 204‐257‐3724
for photographers
Don’ s Photo Shop Cameras, enlargements, metal prints, custom mounting and more. 410 Portage Ave, 204‐942‐3143; 1839 Main St, 204‐942‐8335 Photo Central Staff are photographers themselves and can guide your choice of lenses, books and photography courses. 957 Portage Ave, 204‐774‐4343
for shoe addicts
Canadian Footwear Specialists in boots, hiking shoes and athletic footwear for the whole family. Three locations, canadianfootwear. com Collab Shop Vintage streetwear, sports apparel and high-demand, hard-to-find sneakers in impressive supply. 246 McDermot Ave, 204-306-4664
European Shoe Shop Stylish and warm footwear by La Canadienne, Aquatalia and Mephisto. 436 Academy Rd, 204‐487‐4193
for the stressed out
Float. com Experience weightlessness in“ float pods” filled with a water-epsom salt solution 337C Pembina Hwy, 204‐477‐6507 Riverstone Spa A river stream ushers spa‐goers to natural treatments in an upscale atmosphere. Inn at The Forks, 204‐944‐2444 Ten Spa A hidden gem, this luxury spa has the city’ s only Turkish Hammam. Fort Garry Hotel, 10th Floor, 204‐946‐6520 Thermea by Nordik-Spa Heated outdoor pools and saunas, thermotherapeutic baths, and spa treatments. Restaurant on-site. 775 Crescent Dr, 1‐855‐284‐3344.
for the sweet tooth
The Butter Tart Lady Exceptional tarts in unexpected varieties win over tasters at seasonal markets and the shop. 1850 Ness Ave, 204-415-0017 Chocolatier Constance Popp Beautifully packaged artisan chocolates with cakes, pastries and custom chocolate. 180 Provencher Blvd, 204‐897‐0689 Decadence Chocolates Helen Staines creates sweet works of art with creative ingredients like Manitoba honey and herbs 70 Sherbrook St, 204‐772‐4626 Mordens’ Of Winnipeg Winnipeg‐based candy company makes a wide range of candy and chocolates, including ever-popular Russian mints and roasted nuts. 674 Sargent Ave, 204‐783‐4551 Sweet City Candy Expansive selection of bulk candy, artisinal chocolates, maple candy, nostalgic and imported sweets. The Forks Market, 204‐947‐2795
for travellers
The Hula Hut Colourful shop of swimwear, sandals, hats and accessories for beach goers and sunseekers. 11-1504 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204‐237‐0457 Peepers Cruise and swimwear for the whole family by brands like Speedo, Roxy and Janzen. 866 Corydon Ave, 204‐474‐2861 U. N. Luggage Beautiful leather bags, totes and knapsacks draw adventurers. Wallets, laptop bags, and pens bring the business crowd. 175 McDermot Ave, 204‐943‐1068
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