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The Essentials

The Essentials

A clear toaster, espresso cups and 24 other kitchen must-haves

Super Shopper: AugustSuper Shopper: August

Our monthly roundup of the city’s best loot


Just Opened: TopshopJust Opened: Topshop

The British fast-fashion chain makes its Toronto debut at Jonathan and Olivia


Super Shopper: JulySuper Shopper: July

Our monthly roundup of the city’s best loot


25 Years of Jeanne25 Years of Jeanne

A slide show of our favourite moments from Jeanne Beker’s fabulous career


The Danforth GuideThe Danforth Guide

Our favourite 21 places along the east end's main drag


Super Shopper: JuneSuper Shopper: June

Our monthly roundup of the city’s best loot includes Spanx swimwear and a citrus-shaped ice cube tray


Weekly Sales RoundupWeekly Sales Roundup

Our cheat sheet to trunk shows, sample sales and major discounts


The List: Brendan CanningThe List: Brendan Canning

Ten things the Broken Social Scene founding member can’t live without


Mod MenGreat Spaces: Mod Men

The 1960s Ardwold Gate home of the city’s top event planner


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The Goods

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Shopping Guide 2009
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Nathalie-Roze & Co.

Dubbed an “indie designer boutique and DIY studio,” this Leslieville ...

Vassi

Owner André Vassighi prides himself on the impeccable tailoring and ...

Ra Sun Spa

The interior of this Richmond Street tanning salon and spa ...

Elbers Antiques and Refinishing

One of the longest-running shops on the Queen East strip, ...

Windergarden

Now in its eighth year, this west-end garden shop has ...

Olympia Tile International

This company has the largest inventory of tiles in North ...

The Cook's Place

Shelves here teem with all the top names in kitchen ...

The Children's Place

With some 696 stores in the U.S., this kids’ clothing ...

Design Within Reach

Known for inspiring hyperventilating furniture lust, modern home empire Design ...

Art Shoppe

Spanning a full block, this Yonge and Eg icon makes ...

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The Informer
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