SHOPP ing
Memorable Gifts
take home a fashionable keepsake for yourself or your loved ones By Karen StevenS
Spacing This unique store , which grew out of a popular urban magazine of the same name , sells Toronto Transit Commission – themed buttons and magnets , along with other city-centric merchandise like maps , books and prints . 401 Richmond St . W ., spacingstore . ca Subway buttons , $ 2 each
Drake General Store Festive onesies , cheeky iron-on decals and patriotic pennants are staples at this simultaneously kitschy and stylish shop . The Drake ’ s eclectic gifts include home goods , lapel pins , dish ware and apparel . 1151 Queen St . W .; 2607 Yonge St .; other locations , drakegeneralstore . ca Torus tea diffuser set , $ 72
Bergo Designs Set aside some time to explore Bergo Designs ’ vast collection of beautifully curated items from a host of internationally renowned designers . Add personality to your home with an awardwinning coffee maker from Alessi , classy Eva Solo bar ware or a chic watering can from Kikkerland . 28 Tank House Ln ., bergodesigns . ca Concrete plant lamp , $ 38
Easy Tiger Goods The beautifully staged Easy Tiger Goods is a fun shop to peruse on a slow Sunday afternoon . Its array of whimsical , well-designed items and little indulgences , like pineapple and jackfruit jam and sleek handmade pottery pieces set against minimalist white walls , will make you feel like you ’ re stepping into a page right out of Kinfolk . 1447 Dundas St . W ., easytigergoods . com Carry On Cocktail Kit , $ 35
ShopAGO Stop by the Art Gallery of Ontario ’ s gift shop and browse a curated selection of souvenirs and artisan-made items , including prints , jewellery , home decor pieces , and art , design and photography books . 317 Dundas St . W ., ago . net / shop Bark edge maple bowl , $ 155
Brika After a series of successful pop-ups , this online retailer of all things crafted set up its first permanent shop on Queen Street West . The rotating selection of contemporary crafts includes everything from handmade jewellery to small-batch beauty products to quirky stuff for kids that you won ’ t find anywhere else in the city . 642 Queen St . W .; other locations , brika . com Blush mug , $ 26
VdeV Maison The industrial- and vintageinspired items at this beautiful home decor and furniture store make this the perfect place to pick up a one-of-a-kind gift for that trendy friend . Browse the delicate terrariums , splashy throw pillows , antique-inspired door pulls and fun gadgets — and maybe even leave with a few things for yourself . 120 Ossington Ave ., vdevmaison . com Cocoon pendant light , $ 225
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