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From hip West Queen West to high-end Yorkville, Hogtown’s definitely got style. Take a trip around the city and load up your wardrobe with fashionable goodies.


Text by Diana Cina | September 21, 2009


1. Jonathan + Olivia Hard-to-find unisex brands from around the globe line the racks at this uber-stylish boutique. These guys are so cool, the change rooms look like public washroom stalls! 49 Ossington Ave., 416-849-5956, jonathanandolivia.com

2. Balisi A must-stop footwear shop for all the Carrie Bradshaws who will end up living in a shoe. Exclusive brands like Portia and Miz Mooz mingle among their collection. 668 College St., 416-532-1074, balisi.com

3. Corbo Studio Ladies, save up your pennies for this gem in the heart of Yorkville. Killer brands include Clu, Filippa K and Barbara Bui. 162 Cumberland St., 416-966-8784, corbostudio.net

4. Red Letter For cute and kitschy trinkets to adorable mugs, dishes and stationery, Red Letter is one of the best gifting stores in the city. 128 Cumberland St., 647-340-7294,redletterstore.ca

5. Secrets From Your Sister Are you a 46AA bra size? Big or small, this lingerie shop has the brassiere for you. The well-trained staff provide the perfect fitting and one-on-one service. 560 Bloor St. W., 416-538-1234, secretsfromyoursister.com

6. Trove Eclectic and modern shoes, clothing and accessories fill this boutique located in the Annex. A great selection of jewelry from Canadian designers and abroad. 791 Bathurst St., 416-516-1258, trove.ca

7. Champagne & Cupcakes This lovely dress boutique looks and smells as good as it sounds. Owner/designer Caroline Lim’s girly frocks are a nice break from the neighbourhood’s ubiquitous too-cool-for-school shops. Find that feminine, one-of-a-kind dress without the city’s standard $400 price tag. Prices range between $139 and $189, leaving you spare change for both champagne and cupcakes. 1114 Queen St. W., 416-533-2253, champagneandcupcakes.ca

8. Anti-Hero Truly one of the best men’s boutiques in the city, the clothing and accessories collection is edgy and trendy. Lines include J.Lindberg, Bustle, DSquared2 and John Varvatos. 113 Yorkville Ave., 416-924-6121, antihero.ca

9. Vocado Among the first retail stores in ever-growing Liberty Village, Vocado carries a great mix of Canadian and international designers. Seek out Juma, Mackage and Teenflo. 171 East Liberty St. Unit 121, 647-347-7153, vocado.ca

10. Pure + Simple This downtown spa focuses on the face with great treatments like Clear Complexion and Super Hydrating facials. Exclusive makeup brands from around the world are also available. 725 King St. W., 416-366-8558, pureandsimple.ca



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