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1. Newfound Icelandic Designs True fashion shouldn’t mean freezing your buns off! Keep warm and look stylish with hard-to-find brands like Iceland’s 66 North. Swiss skincare line, Arbonne, will keep chapped skin at bay. 120 Water St., 709-753-3666, newfoundicelandic.com

2. Twisted Sisters Boutique
Grace & Cello, Girl Friday, Bodybag, oh my! This Water Street boutique might have the best selection of Canadian designers in St. John’s. 175 Water St., 709-722-6004, twistedsistersboutik.blogspot.com

3. Model Citizens A mix of contemporary designers and vintage finds gives Model Citizens an eclectic selection for fashion forward dudes and darlings. 183B Duckworth St., 709-722-2777, modelcitizens.ca

4. Johnny Ruth Johnny Ruth aims to take intimidation out of the shopping experience, and does so by holding flexible hours (they’ll set up private shopping appointments) and keeping an inviting staff. With clothes for women aged 16-86, and sized 4-24, there’s something for every age and shape. 166 Water St., 709-722-7477, johnnyruth.com

5. Living Planet T-Shirts They’re only T-shirts, you say? These locally designed and printed Newfoundland tees declaring, among other things, “Free NFLD,” “Newfoundland Liberation Army,” and “Baygirl,” will fill you with Newfoundlander pride — whether you’re from The Rock or not. 197 Water St., 709-754-9300, livingplanet.ca

6. Living Rooms Looking for an unforgettable gift, or the perfect accent for that awkward, unused corner in you home? With high-end kitchen gadgets, designer jewelry, unique home decor and gifts from around the globe, Living Rooms has just the thing or two, or three.
5 Beck’s Cove, 709-753-2099; 8 Rowan St., 709-753-7666 (not shown), livingrooms.ca