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Humboldt’ s Legacy
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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. Extensive collection of pieces from exclusive designers. 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
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
KITCHENWARE & GIFTS
D. A. NIELS GOURMET KITCHENWARE 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 ranging in sizes from 30AA-52JJ. Specializing in backless and strapless foundations, chemises, 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
LUGGAGE
U. N. LUGGAGE In this charming heritage space, buy Dosh wallets for men, Jaks boot bags for women, luggage, handbags, briefcases, laptop bags and travel accessories. A growing selection of elegant fountain pens tempts gifters. Also repair service on-site. 175 McDermot Ave, 204‐943‐1068, unluggage. com, Map 1: O-4
MUSIC
INTO THE MUSIC Buy, sell and trade CDs and LPs. Alternative and local music are the specialties. Excellent selection of vinyl and an assortment of collectible, import and deleted titles also offered. B-245 McDermot Ave, 204‐287‐8279, intothemusic. ca, Map 1: O-4
SHOPPING
MUSIC TRADER Browse new and used CDs as well as the customer Polaroid collection. Hard-to-find music from smaller labels available. Trades also accepted. Now home to Movie Village. 97 Osborne St, 204-475‐0077, Map 1: R-3
SHOES
CANADIAN FOOTWEAR Local chain specializes in work boots, hiking boots and athletic footwear for the whole family, including Clarks, Timberland, Cat, Hush puppies, New Balance running shoes and Keen hiking shoes. Open seven days a week, free parking at rear. 128 Adelaide St, 204-944‐7463, canadianfootwear. com, Map 1: O-4; 1530 Regent Ave, 204-944‐7466, Map 2: D; 1504 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-944‐7474, Map 2: F-4
EUROPEAN SHOE SHOP Stylish and comfortable footwear for men and women in wide and narrow-fitting size. Brands include Birkenstock, Rohde, Aquatalia, Mephisto, La Canadienne. 436 Academy Rd, 204‐487‐4193, europeanshoeshop. com, Map 2: D-3
ROOSTER This small shop houses a beautiful selection of women’ s shoes and boots for streetwear and parties. Chic lines like Kenneth Cole, Miz Mooz and Cougar grace the well-styled shelves. 105 Osborne St, 204‐219‐7008, roostershoes. net, Map 1: R-3
SPAS
FLOAT. CALM Experience total relaxation in a light- and sound-blocking pod filled with a buoyant water and epsom salt solution that gives the feeling of weightlessness. 90 minute floats help to calm and recentre the mind. 337C Pembina Hwy, 204‐477‐6507, floatcalm. com, Map 1: T-3
RIVERSTONE SPA On the banks of the Forks, a river stream ushers spa-goers to natural treatments in an upscale atmosphere, including the signature hot stone massage. Inn at The Forks, The Forks, 204-944‐2444, riverstonespa. ca, Map 1: Q-5
TEN SPA A hidden gem, this luxury spa bases its treatments on a combination of folk, scientific and oldschool European traditions. It also features the city’ s only Hamam Turkish bath where massages and scrubs are given in exotic comfort. Fort Garry Hotel, 10th floor, 204‐946‐6520, tenspa. ca, Map 1: Q-4
THERMËA BY NORDIK-SPA This new resort spa offers world class relaxation in the form of heated outdoor pools and saunas, thermotherapeutic baths, massage therapy, and spa treatments. Restaurant and gift shop on site. 775 Crescent Dr, 1‐855‐284‐3344, thermea. ca, Map 2: F‐4
URBAN OASIS The city’ s only therapeutic mineral pool spa. A dip in the pool comes with any of the treatments, including the Austrian moor mud soak. Clarion Suites Hotel, 1445 Portage Ave, 204‐783‐8131, urbanoasismineralspa. com, Map 2: D-3
SPORTING GOODS
BOARDERS ANONYMOUS Guys’ and gals’ gear and threads for all board sports and seasons found in colourful and cozy south end shop. Analog, Nixon, RDS and Sector are just a few of many brands stocked. 844 St Mary’ s Rd, 204‐254‐4343, Map 2: D-4
THE NORTH FACE This prairie-wide chain provides the most extensive collection of North Face outwear available city-wide. Substantial children’ s and youth sections make it a standout. Speak to the knowledgeable staff to navigate all your wilderness whims. 1887 Grant Avenue, 204‐284‐8631, thenorthface. com, Map 2: D-3
SK8 SKATES This store has been a cornerstone of skateboarding culture in Winnipeg for 20 years. Its location at The Forks Loft is situated next door to the largest skateboard park in Canada— Plaza at the Forks. 225-1 Forks Market Rd, 204‐452‐4802, sk8skates. com, Map 1: Q-5
TAMARACK A slick selection of outdoor clothing overseen by knowledgeable staff. Brands include Canada Goose, FIG, Patagonia and Royal Robbins. 8-2090 Corydon Ave, 204‐940‐4800, tamarackclothing. com, Map 2: D-3; 80-166 Meadowood Dr, 204‐475‐1730, Map 2: F-4
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Humboldt’ s Legacy
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Discover the places locals love.
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