clothing / women
BELLISSIMA Canadian chain offers modern designs tailored for comfort and confidence including dresses, separates, cardigans, outwear, and accessories. 1120 Grant Avenue, 204‐475‐5174, bellissimafashions. com, Map 2: E-3
BOUTIQUE ANYA Chic shop carries impeccably sophisticated essentials and jewellery by local artists and designers. Brands include Surface Handmade, LINE the Label and Product of Privilege. 88 Albert St, 204‐416‐1323, Map 2: O-3
CHA CHA PALACE Fresh fashions and accessories in a chic vintage space. Beautiful footwear by Frye, Fly, and Camper, as well as bags, scarves, and jewellery. 580 Academy Rd, 204‐284‐4128, chacha‐palace. squarespace. com, Map 1: T-2
CHESTNUT LANE BOUTIQUE Elegant and understated space stocks smart, casual looks from brands such as Tommy Bahama, Ecru, AG Jeans, Rudsak and Splendid. Carries chic jewellery and accessories. 568 Academy Rd, 204‐487‐1681, Map 2: D-3
EMK CLOTHING West Broadway studio / retail space of local designer Erin Kembel creates whimsical dresses, flirty scarves, and eye‐catching bags. Stocks casual pieces in fun patterns from local and international lines. 143 Sherbrook St, 204 – 691‐4414, emkclothing. com, Map 1: R-2
FLAUNT Chic women’ s boutique sells evening wear, accessories, shoes, leather jackets and furs. Browse designer brands like Nora Norway, June, Scandalous, and more. 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. The well‐heeled set adore the store’ s upscale casualwear from denim to luxurious sweaters to smart outerwear. 918 Grosvenor Ave, 204‐975‐4606, girlcandyshop. com, Map 1: T-1
INVESTMENT PIECES Spacious boutique is home to high quality, timeless and trendy fashions featuring labels like Sympli, Groupe J. S. International and Joseph Ribkoff. Browse the case of statement jewellery pieces from Canadian designers. 749 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204‐594‐0400, investmentpieces. com, Map 2: E-4
LAKE LIFE Retailer stocks women’ s clothing for relaxing and entertaining, equally suitable for docks or urban venturing. Lines like Soyaconcept, White Stuff, and YAYA co‐exist with jewellery, giftware, garden accessories, linens, tableware, and artwork. Fun homeware, like pillows sporting sassy sayings make the perfect gift. 440 Academy Rd, 204‐256‐9875, Map 2: D-3
LUXE LABEL Sleek white interior of this chic shop shines on the thoughtful collection of professional and casual wear. A highly eclectic selection of must‐have accessories and fashion exclusive lines like Rag & Bone and Canadian labels Mackage and Smythe. 1735 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. Hot accessories include pretty purses, bejeweled earrings and Co‐Lab bags. 538 Academy Rd, 204‐489‐1151, madaboutstyle. ca, Map 2: D-3
OCTOBER Modern, ultra‐hip fashions for women including denim, flirty and fun dresses, and footwear. Brands include Fidelity, Silver, Pajar, Soia & Kyo, Storm and Marie, and Suncoo Paris. Also jewellery by Wolf Circus and some girly gifts. 847 Corydon Ave, 204‐452‐0737, octoberboutique. com, Map 1: T-2
OUT OF THE BLUE Vintage‐styled space with casual day wear, gorgeous frocks and footwear. Fabulous 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 shopping
POPPIE CLOTHING Bright, modern space showcases chic fashions from Canadian and international clothing lines, including Vero Moda, French Connection and Sweet Pea. Also local jewellery and accessories. 2‐1724 Corydon Ave, 204‐488‐7311, poppieclothing. ca, Map 2: E-3
THERAPY Get some retail therapy at this beautiful space on Academy Road. Versatile store carries an ever changing array of casual to cocktail styles. Large selection of blue jeans to ball gowns, beautiful jewellery and accessories. 485 Academy Rd, 204‐417‐0557, therapyfashions. com, Map 1: S-1
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CHOCOLATIER CONSTANCE POPP Creative artisan chocolates are beautifully designed and packaged. A lavish interior is enhanced by artfully displayed sweets and selection of locally produced food products. Enjoy a cup of homemade hot chocolate or specialty coffee with your chocolates. 180 Provencher Blvd, 204‐897‐0689, constancepopp. com, Map 2: D-4
DECADENCE CHOCOLATES Handmade confections use creative flavour ingredients like Manitoba honey and thyme. Watch chocolatier Helen Staines create works of art in an open kitchen. Also carries vegan truffles. 70 Sherbrook St, 204‐772‐4626, decadencechocolates. ca, Map 1: P-2
MORDENS’ OF WINNIPEG This Winnipeg‐based candy company, with a store at the plant, produces a wide range of candy and chocolates, including very popular Russian mints. Roasted nuts are also a highlight. 674 Sargent Ave, 204‐783‐4551, mordenschocolate. com, Map 1: O-1
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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 Hat lovers rejoice! This store offers fresh and fun hats made in‐store. Custom orders are 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 a large selection of clothes, and novelty gifts. B‐545 Academy Rd, 204‐415‐7508, joansaccessoriesandmore. com, Map 2: D-3
SHAKTI The bright shop imports intricately carved furniture, home accessories, and jewellery from Indonesia, Thailand, Peru and China. Buy bulk beads and all your jewellery‐making supplies here or sign up for a workshop. B‐194 Osborne St, 204‐415‐3338, shaktishine. ca, Map 1: S-3
SILVER LOTUS Fun space filled with stunning pieces such as handcrafted jewellery by Pyrrha, Andrea Waines, Justine Brooks and Rebel. Beautiful leather bags and fashions by La Fixsun and Vintage Havana. 103 Osborne St, 204‐452‐3648, silverlotus. biz, Map 1: R-3
Food & wine
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 are offered. 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. 417 Academy Rd, 204‐489‐5460, corneliabean. com, Map 2: D-3
DE LUCA’ S SPECIALTY FOODS In‐house bakery, butcher and kitchen turning out daily special. Italian grocery‐cum‐New York style deli is always bustling with more than 65 shapes of pasta, breads, take‐out dishes, cheeses, cold cuts and olives. 950 Portage Ave, 204‐774‐7617, Map 1: Q-1
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Winnipeg’ s choice jeweller
103-250 McDermot Ave. 204.942.5236 suttonsmithworks. com
Discover Manitoba’ s largest selection of swimwear, featuring designer swimwear, cup sizes to GG, and plus sizes to 3X, with personalized service and fitting.
866 Corydon Ave. 204-474-2861 peepersswimwear. com open 7 days a week
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