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Hyper-Local Showcase: Queen West

HyperLocal Showcase: Queen West

In this post we highlight some shops on and around Queen West. More neighbourhoods will be covered in the coming weeks. A big thanks to our contributing editor Rachel Young from Camaraderie for putting this together.

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Neither fire nor protests can break the back of the Queen West strip. It's gone through a tremendous amount of change over the years, but it has survived. Sure, parts of it are gentrified, replacing local haunts of your youth with big box furniture stores and chain cafes, but gems definitely remain. Here are some of the most active Shopcastr shops dotting Queen St West:

Design Republic

Design Republic has an eclectic mix of vintage, industrial, and modern pieces, from bar stools to benches and mattresses to mirrors. It's a staple along Queen St for the discerning furniture shopper. Located on Queen at the corner of Bathurst, Design Republic also offers customisable solutions for the home and office.

F as in Frank Vintage

F as in Frank Vintage does vintage, and the owners have their whole lives. This shop located on Queen near Cameron allegedly has the largest curated selection of vintage clothing in the city, supplying other vintage stores as well as individual shoppers, top shelf unique finds, and vintage rentals. It's a whole different shopping experience, though, accompanied by in-store appearances by djs and artists.

Duke’s Cycle

From the ashes of a 6-alarm fire that destroyed the heritage building on Queen at Portland where this family owned cycle shop was for ages, Duke's rebuilt on its original land and is going strong once again. They've got something for every type of cyclist, from the professional to the occasional commuter, a service/repair shop, bike team, and an unstoppable love of all things bike.

BYOB Cocktail Emporium

A shop for cocktail equipment? Okay! BYOB Cocktail Emporium has many bar-related goods for sale. One stop shopping for the bartender and the barfly at the shop located on Queen at Givens for the portable, the shakable, and – most importantly – the drinkable.

Cabaret Vintage

Cabaret Vintage has vintage clothing and jewellry, and an impressive bridal selection. It's a celebrity mecca that has seen the likes of Bjork, Joel Plaskett, Dita von Teese, and so many more. This shop is located on Queen near Palmerston.

Kol Kid

The definitive place on Queen West for children's toys, clothes, and décor is Kol Kid. Located on Queen near Euclid, the impeccable white walls of this shop is packed with brightly coloured necessities suitable for the modern parent and their urban kids.

blvd interiors

Contemporary and modern furniture for the entire house can be found at BLVD Interiors, from bedroom to home office and everything in between. It's on Queen near Markham and staff are fully knowledgeable and happy to help with colour coordination and suggest design ideas. A bright and spacious showroom helps to see items on their own to imagine them in your own space.

Urban Mode

Urban Mode is where shoppers will find ultra modern furniture, décor, and accessories. Just off the beaten path, nestled on Tecumseth just south of Queen, it's a showroom of everything one could imagine to fill the modern condo or items to bring the contemporary décor outdoors. Those looking for the latest trends in furniture should look no further.

Mini Mioche

Mini Mioche has the best baby basics in organic and eco-friendly fabrics. They not only embrace the #ShopLocal trend but also the #MakeLocal – every piece available in their store is designed and made here in Toronto, with their shop located on Queen at the corner of Manning. They produce stylish, comfortable, and affordable pieces for the little ones, sparing them from the super cutesy or the drab pastels.

Deluxe Boutique

Taking a cue from fashion abroad, Deluxe Boutique has clothing and footwear to grace runways. The permanent shop (as opposed to the recent pop-up shop in 2010) is located at on Queen at the corner of Manning and houses collections from a great range of modern designers and fair trade suppliers.

That's not all there is to the Queen West strip. See other Shopcastr shops in the area:

Bicyclette Boutique – clothing and accessories

Black Market – vintage clothes and printed tees

Brava – party and casual wear

Carte Blanche – clothing designer collective and boutique

Chatelet – vintage and vintage-inspired furniture and accessories

Chocolate Shoes – footwear and accessories

Cyclemotive – bike shop

Elle Hardware – elegant jewellry

Fraiche Boutique – vintage clothing

Fresh Collective Queen – designer run boutique

Gafas Optical Shop – eyewear store

Getoutside Shoes – footwear for the city

Grreat Stuff – men's fashion store

Huh Boutique – elegant fashion and accessories

Hush Osafo – feminine casual wear

Kingpin's Hideaway – gentlemen's weat and decor

Magpie – handmade embellished clothing and accessories

Neat – décor and giftware

Outer Layer – décor and giftware

Peach Berserk – handprinted clothing and workshops

Ranae Boutique- crystal jewellery

RusTeak – teak and rustic furniture

Spoof! - women's clothing

Stylegarage – décor and accessories

The Public Butter – t-shirts and casual wear

White Crow – women's wear and accessories

ZÜM Living Inc. - furniture and accessories

What neighbourhood would you like us to feature? When we get a minimum number of shops listed on Shopcastr, we'll showcase a neighbourhood.

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Hyper-Local Showcase: Kensington Market

In this post we highlight some shops in the Kensington Market. More neighbourhoods will be covered in the coming weeks. A big thanks to our contributing editor Rachel Young from Camaraderie for putting this together.

If you would like to contribute to our blog, please email your post to [email protected] for review.

The area started as land for Irish and Scottish immigrants, then transitioned to a market mostly run by Jewish and Italian merchants, then transformed to include Portuguese, Caribbean, East Asian, and so many more over time. It's no wonder that folks from all walks of life call Kensington Market home, popularised by second hand shops, cafes, music stores, and of course the ever-popular Pedestrian Sundays. Here are some of the most active Shopcastr shops:

Pretty Freedom

Pretty Freedom is one of the ultimate destinations for shops to see in Kensington. Located on the south end of Augusta, it has an impressive and unique collection of vintage finds, DIY, and upcycled merchandise. They know the value of community too, promoting other events, djs, and giving props where props are due.

Exile and Exile 2

Exquisite vintage finds at Exile. You wouldn't think that such a small neighbourhood could have two of the same shops, but Exile can do it with ease. One is on Kensington just south of St Andrews and Exile 2 is just north of St Andrews. They've named themselves the neighbourhood costume and vintage mecca, and they aren't kidding! It's the go-to place for a collection of vintage pieces from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, and loved by celebrities, stylists, and vintage-seekers.

Bungalow and Bungalow West

20th Century modern furniture mixed with vintage housewares and new clothing - that's what you'll see at Bungalow, located on Augusta at Oxford. Wardrobe, professional stylists and union card-holding set designers also often use rentals from Bunglaow. You never know if you'll buy that unique something from the shop that also appears in your next favourite movie.

Blue Banana Market

A market within the market. Blue Banana Market has gifts, accessories, and edible goods inspired by artists, jewellers, craftsmen and importers. On August at Nassau, two floors of retail and gallery space holds an eclectic mix of spicy sauces, piles of area rugs, an international music collection, and a wide range of entertainment accessories. That's just a sampling, of course. They've hosted anniversary parties, drumming circles, and regularly participate in Pedestrian Sunday.

Kali Vintage

At the southernmost end of Kensington Ave, Kali Vintage is where to find trends spotted far before the curve for vintage and contemporary clothing, footwear, and accessories. It packs in a lot, but isn't crowded. Stylist and seamstress services are also available here.

That's not all there is to Kensington Market. See other Shopcastr shops in the area:

Cuties – apparel

Funky Junky – retro finds and auction spot

Red Apple Baby – baby furniture

Stellar Cellular – cellular phones, accessories, and video games

What neighbourhood would you like us to feature? When we get a minimum number of shops listed on Shopcastr, we'll showcase a neighbourhood.