SHOPPING
OSEREDOK BOUTIQUE Works by local and international artists, as well as imported jewellery, books, music, embroidery, ceramics and giftware. Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre, 184 Alexander Ave East, 204‐942‐0218, Map 2: N-4
RADIANCE Metaphysically focused store boasts locally made and imported products. Pretty greeting cards, journals, aromatherapy, products, candles, crystals, handmade silver jewellery and spiritual soundtracks. Many books on creativity, spiritual growth, inspiration and healthy living. 7-875 Corydon Ave, 204‐284‐4231, radiancegifts. com, Map 1: T‐2
TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES Fair trade decor, tablecloths, wallets and jewellery from developing countries. Mennonite Central Committee stores offer handmade crafts and giftware imported from around the world. 134 Plaza Dr, 204‐261‐6381, Map 2: F-4; 963 Henderson Hwy, 204‐661‐5545, tenthousandvillages. ca, Map 2: C-5
GIFTS / NATURE-THEMED
ASSINIBOINE PARK ZOO GIFT SHOPS Featuring gifts for kids of all ages. Find moveable puppets, elephant poo notebooks and bamboo rain sticks in the Wild Things Gift Shop, and cute polar plushies at Arctic Treasures inside the Journey to Churchill exhibit. All proceeds go back to the Park. Assiniboine Park Zoo, 2595 Roblin Blvd, 204‐927‐8042, Map 2: D-2
THE MUSEUM SHOP Dinosaur figurines are the crowd favourite. Stone carvings, kids’ toys, and educational games. Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, 204‐988‐0615, Map 1: N-4
THE NATURE SHOP Located in FortWhyte Alive, this shop carries all sorts of great gifts for nature enthusiasts, including nature-inspired jewellery, notecards, kids’ toys and books. 1961 McCreary Rd, 204‐989‐8364, Map 2: F‐2
THE PREFERRED PERCH This fun gift shop is the spot for garden lovers and birding enthusiasts, with glass birdbaths, bird food, hummingbird feeders, and garden decor. 1604 St Mary’ s Rd, 204‐257‐3724, Map 2: F-4
SHELMERDINE Manitoba’ s largest garden center has a great selection of seasonal and home decor, kitchenware, gifts and ladies fashions by Vero Moda and Desigual. Located five minutes west of Winnipeg past the Perimeter Hwy. 7800 Roblin Blvd, 204‐895‐7203
VERDE PLANT DESIGN Bright and airy nook on Graham Avenue is filled with succlents, air plants, and cacti as well as modern and trendy pots and hangers. Design a DIY terrarium or pick up knick knacks for garden and home. 419 Graham Ave, verdeterrariums. com, Map 1: P-3
HEALTH & BEAUTY
AVEDA Hair school, retail store and salon all featuring the luxurious natural, eco-friendly products of Aveda in a chic Exchange District building. Go green and indulge yourself with a plant-based pamper. 80 Rorie St, 204‐452‐7830, Map 1: O-4
THE BE • YOU • TEE FACTORY This chic spot offers makeup application and mobile makeup services. Blowouts, makeup and brow services are also available at The Be • You • Tee Bar. 107-100 Osborne St, 204‐221‐4434, 452 River Ave, Map 1: R-4
DI ERBE INC Vegan soaps and certified organic skin care manufactured in St. Boniface include aromatherapy products and soothing salves for sensitive skin. 111 Marion St, 204‐415‐7888, Map 2: D-4
EDWARD CARRIERE Charming West Broadway salon and spa. Downstairs boutique stocks upscale indulgences like jewellery, perfume, hair accessories and handbags. Brands include Creed, Diptyque, and lingerie from Winnipeg. 162 Spence St, 204‐987‐6441, Map 1: R-3
MAISON S SALON SPATELIER Small spa / salon and retail space stocks some of the best beauty products on the market. In-house line of luxury hair, body and mineral makeup products also available. 161 Lilac Ave, 204‐475‐9264, Map 1: T-2
OXFORDS AVEDA SALON & LIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE Established in 1993, Oxfords is an original Aveda hair salon. Makeup services and on-site boutique featuring pure plant and mineral products. 196 Osborne St, 204‐287‐8939, Map 1: R-4
PERFUME PARADISE Perfume and cologne bottles line the walls from floor to ceiling. Specializing in new, unusual, discontinued and hard-to-find fragrances. Will search for a favourite scent. 253 Vaughan St, 204‐275‐7493, Map 1: P-3
TIBER RIVER NATURALS Bright space carries house line of bath and body products for the beauty queens. Includes lip balm, hair shakes, travel kits and nail and body bar services. 408 Academy Rd, 204-474‐2333, Map 2: D-3; 3-1650 Kenaston Blvd, 204‐284‐4247, tiberriver. ca, Map 2: F-2.
JEWELLERY
BIJOU Modern jewellery from local designers, along with custom pieces designed and created on site. The oneof-a-kind Bijou Collection includes colourful gemstones, sterling silver and stunning gold pieces. This shop is an exclusive seller of Alexis Bittar. 539 Osborne St, 204‐233‐9744, Map 2: E-4; 1 Lombard Pl, Richardson Concourse, 204-615-9555, bijoutreasures. ca, Map 1: 0-4
BIRKS Expansive store boasts wedding and engagement bands, jaw-dropping pearls, watches, and diamond-encrusted cuff links. Gifts for the new baby and some high-end home items like Sterling silverware sets. Diamonds are ethically mined and certified Canadian. 191 Lombard Ave, 204-786‐7468, maisonbirks. com, Map 1: 0-4
DCONSTRUCT Materials like concrete, corian countertop, and resin are transformed into sleek, wearable necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. The resulting jewellery is eco-friendly, with each piece containing at least 40 % recycled material. 84 1 / 2 Albert St, 1‐888‐817‐2946, dconstruct. ca, Map 1: O-4
DIAMOND GALLERY Luxury jewellery selection and shopping experience. Custom designs by Allan & Lisa Malbranck. An amazing selection of platinum, gold, diamonds, pearls and Bulova watches. 1735 Corydon Ave, 204-488‐9813, diamond-gallery. com, Map 2: D-3
EPSILON CREATIONS A wide selection of coloured stones like emeralds, rubies and sapphires. Award-winning custom designers whose creations range from contemporary to antique stylings. Also importer and wholesaler of fine gemstones. Extensive collection of pieces from exclusive designers in gold, platinum, stainless steel and titanium. 50 Stafford St, 204‐453‐2008, shop-epsilon. ca, Map 1: T-2
HILARY DRUXMAN Chic boutique features sleek, minimalist jewellery by local designer Hilary Druxman. Exquisite pieces in Sterling silver, yellow and white gold are handcrafted in the atelier behind the shop. 1-258 McDermot Ave, 204-947‐1322, hilarydruxman. com, Map 1: O-4
INDEPENDENT JEWELLERS Traditional gift store with a wide selection of luxury watches, including Rolex and Omega, and fine jewellery. Carrier of prestigious Forevermark diamonds. 493 Notre Dame Ave, 204‐774‐5544, Map 1: N-3; CF Polo Park, 204‐204‐783‐3113, independentjewellers. com, Map 2: D-3
REDD LINE JEWELLERY Quaint space showcasing jewellery inspired by the prairie landscape. Artisanal jewellery includes pendants and earrings shaped like daisies, fish and the tree of life. Custom work available. 725 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-253‐6849, Map 2: E-5
ROGER WATSON JEWELLERS Unique designs in gold and platinum, featuring high-quality diamonds and coloured stones. Custom orders welcome. Repair shop on the premises will also accomodate rush sizings. 236 Osborne St, 204-956‐2096, rogerwatsonjewellers. com, Map 1: R-3
SUTTON SMITHWORKS Longtime Exchange District shop creates custom made jewellery and repairs on site. Stunning array of pieces in silver and layered with precious stones. 103-250 McDermot Ave, 204‐942‐5236, Map 1: O-4
KITCHENWARE & GIFTS
D. A. NIELS GOURMET KITCHENWARE This shop features a variety of fun and functional products from around the globe for restaurants and the home cook, including Le Creuset tableware, Staub cookware, and Japanese knives. Will source items and special order. 485 Berry St, 204‐953‐2345, danielsgourmetkitchenware. ca, Map 2: D-2
THE HAPPY COOKER A toy store for the culinarily inclined, this Osborne Village fixture stocks unbreakable glass, a wall of knives and molecular gastronomy kits for fun foams and froths. 464 Stradbrook Ave, 204‐453‐2665, thehappycooker. ca, Map 1: R-3
LINGERIE & SWIMWEAR
BRA BAR & PANTERIE( women) Specializing in bras, bra fitting and mastectomy products. Domestic and imported lines including by Chantelle, Elomi,
Fantasie, Prima Donna and Marie-Jo. Bra sizes 32AA-48H. Swimwear available at Provencher location. 100-160 Provencher
Blvd, 204‐231‐3487, Map 1: P-6; 1765 Kenaston Blvd, 204‐487‐3487, thebrabar. com, Map 2: D-3
CE SOIR( women) An exquisite space featuring bras, undergarments and sleepwear. Lines from European designers Freya, Fantasie, Panache, Prima Donna, and Hanky Panky. Bra sizes 30AA-46JJ. Personalized fittings. 145-166 Meadowood Dr, 204‐253‐8788, cesoirlingerie. com, Map 2: F-4
DIVA LINGERIE( women) Designer bras from England, Belgium and France ranging in sizes from 30AA-52JJ. Specializing in backless and strapless foundations, chemises, silk sleep shirts and swimwear. Personalized fittings. Lise Charmel, Simone Perele, Elomi and Empreinte. Grant Park Shopping Centre, 204-452‐1802, divalingerie. ca, Map 2: E‐3; St Vital Centre, 204‐253‐2454, Map 2: F-4
EYELET DOVE( women) This comfortable, feminine space carries some of the world’ s most exclusive brands of lingerie and swimwear. Lingerie by Christine, swimwear by Gottex, Diva of Israel and Princesse Tam- Tam. Daywear, nightwear and robes for women. Bra sizes 34A-46HH. 485 Academy Rd, 204-488‐0403, Map 2: D-3
GRAVITY LINGERIE( men, women) Sleek and stylish space featuring lingerie and foundation garments. Some men’ s underwear. Carries lines such as Chantelle, PrimaDonna, and Commando, double-faced underwear and foundation garments that don’ t show through clothing. 252 Stafford St, 204‐691‐8858, gravitylingerie. ca, Map 1: T-1
Take home some local art, or make your own! Ojibway artist Leo“ Sweetpea” Neilson is showing work and leading art-making workshops at WAG @ The Forks( pg 20) from Mar 24-Apr 23.
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