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EMK CLOTHING Studio / retail space sells local designer Erin Kembel’ s whimsical dresses, flirty scarves, and eyecatching bags. Also carries some local and international lines. 143 Sherbrook St, 204 – 691-4414, emkclothing. com, Map 1: R-2
FLAUNT Glitzy and glamorous evening wear, accessories, shoes, leather jackets and furs. Browse designer brands like Nora Norway, June, and Scandalous. 106‐270 Waterfront Dr, 204‐942‐8831, shopflaunt. ca, Map 1: O-5
GIRL CANDY SHOP This large, lady-like space features an exquisite collection of strappy sandals, buttery soft leather boots, and glittery eveningwear. 918 Grosvenor Ave, 204‐975‐4606, girlcandyshop. com, Map 1: T-1
INVESTMENT PIECES Spacious boutique carries quality clothing for work and play. Labels include Sympli, Groupe J. S. International and Alberto Makali. 749 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204‐594‐0400, investmentpieces. com, Map 2: E-4
LAKE LIFE Bringing the water and wilderness to Winnipeg, this retailer stocks women’ s clothing for relaxing and entertaining, jewellery, giftware, garden accessories, linens, tableware, artwork and rustic accent pieces. 440 Academy Rd, 204‐256‐9875, Map 2: D-3
LUXE LABEL The sleek white interior houses a collection of exclusive lines like Rag & Bone. Also carries Canadian labels Mackage and Smythe. 1693 Corydon Ave, 204‐415‐1415, luxelabel. com, Map 2: E-3
MAD ABOUT STYLE BOUTIQUE From basic, soft cotton tees to dark-wash yoga jeans to ruffled party dresses, this bright shop stocks up-to-the-moment casual and dressy pieces for fashionistas. 538 Academy Rd, 204‐489‐1151, madaboutstyle. ca, Map 2: D-3
OCTOBER Modern, ultra-hip fashions for women including denim, flirty dresses, fun dresses and footwear. Brands include Fidelity, Silver, Pajar, Soia & Kyo, Storm and Marie, and Suncoo Paris. 847 Corydon Ave, 204‐452‐0737, octoberboutique. com, Map 1: T-2
OUT OF THE BLUE Fun and fabulous fashions and footwear from brands like Gentle Fawn and Vero Moda, and more. Great selection of gifts and jewellery. 102 Osborne St,
204‐477‐6489, outoftheblue. ca, Map 1: R-3
THERAPY This versatile store carries an ever changing array of styles from blue jeans to ball gowns, casual or cocktail. 485 Academy Rd, 204‐417‐0557, therapyfashions. com, Map 1: S-1
clothing / CHILDREN
D’ ELLA Elegant children’ s formal wear for special occasions. Check out the great selection of flouncy dresses for flower girls and pint-sized suits for ring bearers. 101- 155 Sherbrook St, 204‐774‐4019, Map 1: P-2
TOTO N DOT Specialty imported children’ s apparel and accessories, including popular Lelli Kelly shoes from Italy. Carries its own line of leather footwear for little ones. Tuxedo Park Shopping Centre, 204‐487‐2896, Map 2: D-3
clothing / men
EXCLUSIVE MENSWEAR EPH Apparel, 190 Smith St, 1-888-343-6117, Map 1: P-4; Hanford Drewitt, 354 Broadway, 204-957‐1640, Map 1: Q-4; Lionetti Clothier & Custom Tailors, 215 Stafford Ave, 204-475‐0063, Map 1: S-1; Romolo Fracassi, 540 Academy Rd, 204-489‐5275, Map 2: D-3; Uomo, 610 Corydon Ave, 204‐475‐7244, Map 1: T-3; Vittorio Rossi, 2-1735 Corydon Ave, 204‐489‐1001, Map 2: E-3
CONFECTIONERIES
DECADENCE CHOCOLATES Watch chocolatier Helen Staines create works of art in an open kitchen. Handmade truffles incorporate creative ingredients like Manitoba honey and thyme. 70 Sherbrook St, 204-772-4626, decadencechocolates. ca, Map 1: P-2
MORDENS’ OF WINNIPEG Winnipeg-based candy company produces a wide range of candy and chocolates, including very popular Russian mints. 674 Sargent Ave, 204‐783‐4551, mordenschocolate. com, Map 1: O-1
Fashion ACCESSORIES
THE HABERDASHERY GUYS AND GIRLS Fun, vintage styled space carries a selection of fashionable hats, scarves, gloves, belt buckles, belts, bags and shoes. 84 Albert St, 204‐256‐3758, haberdashery. ca, Map 1: T-2
H’ ATTITUDE Fresh and fun hats are made in-store. Custom orders welcome. Also fashion accessories, jewellery and home accents by Manitoba artists and designers. Portage Place, 2nd floor, 204-943‐4884, Map 1: P-3
JOAN’ S Sophisticated handbags, rock‘ n’ roll jewels, feathered fascinators and jewellery are sourced from around the globe. Also carries clothing and novelty gifts. B-545 Academy Rd, 204‐415‐7508, joansaccessoriesandmore. com, Map 2: D-3
SILVER LOTUS Fun space filled with stunning pieces. Handcrafted jewellery by Pyrrha, Andrea Waines, Justine Brooks and Rebel. Beautiful leather bags by Aunts & Uncles. Features fashions by La Fixsun and Vintage Havana. 103 Osborne St, 204-452‐3648, silverlotus. biz, Map 1: R-3
food & wine
AMSTERDAM TEA ROOM Small shop in the Exchange District carries a large selection of aromatic loose-leaf teas blended with herbs, fruits and spices. 211 Bannatyne Ave, 204-295-7728, Map 1: N-4
THE CANISTER More than 100 varieties of black, flavoured and green teas, loose or in bags. Godiva chocolates, flavoured hot chocolate and more than 50 varieties of regular and flavoured coffee beans. Wide selection of hand grinders, tea and coffee pots and mugs. 121 Osborne St, 204-474‐0407, Map 1: R‐3
CORNELIA BEAN Tea, coffee, chocolate, and accessories shop on the posh Academy Road strip. More than 200 varieties of loose tea and 18 freshly roasted coffees from around the world. Exclusive blends available. 417 Academy Rd, 204-489‐5460, corneliabean. com, Map 2: D-3
DE LUCA’ S SPECIALTY FOODS With an in-house bakery, butcher and kitchen turning out daily specials, this Italian grocery-cum-New York deli is always bustling. 950 Portage Ave, 204-774‐7617, deluca. ca, Map 1: Q-1
FRESCOLIO Extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting bar offers the ultimate try before you buy experience. Sample more than 65 varieties of oil and vinegar in tantalizing combinations. 2-929 Corydon Ave, 204‐505‐1455, Map 1: T-2; 5-1604 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204‐615‐3885, frescolio. ca, Map 2: F‐5
GIMLI FISH MARKET Specialties include pickerel and goldeye, smoked on-site. Purchases can be packaged for travel. 596 Dufferin Ave, 204-589‐3474, Map 2: C-4; 625 Pembina Hwy, 204-477‐6831, Map 2: E-4; 1083 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204‐256‐3474, Map 2: D-6; 6-801 Regent Ave, 204-222-4672, gimlifish. com, Map 2: D-5
PIAZZA DE NARDI This indoor plaza houses La Grotta Mediterranean Market, offering gourmet dried goods, desserts, prepared foods and excellent breads. La Boutique del Vino features more than 1,300 wines from around the world. 1360 Taylor Ave, 204-982‐9461( market), 204‐982‐VINO( 8466- wine store), lagrotta. ca, Map 2: E-3
PINKY’ S BAKESHOP This sweet bakery specializes in colourful cupcakes baked from scratch with fresh ingredients. Flavours change daily. Gluten free cake often available. 439 Stradbrook Ave, 204‐453‐CAKE( 2253), pinkysbakeshop. com, Map 1: R-3
TALL GRASS PRAIRIE BREAD COMPANY Organic bakery sells bread made with freshly ground flour from Manitoba wheat. Famous for cinnamon buns. 859 Westminster Ave, 204‐783‐5097, Map 1: R-1; The Forks Market, main floor, 204‐957‐5097, tallgrassbakery. ca, Map 1: Q-5
VITA HEALTH This Manitoba-owned and-operated chain of health stores carries natural beauty products, nutritional supplements, and organic groceries. Great selection of local products and items for special dietary needs. Six locations, vitahealthstores. ca or 204-984-9599 for information.
18 where. ca july / august 2017