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Eaton Centre
You can find it all at this immense, landmark mall, named after the historic Eaton's department store that was once housed here. Canadian and international chain and department stores, as well as movie theatres, gift shops, fashion and fast food are all inside.
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Eko
It may appear empty from the outside, but hidden in the sunken window boxes that line the walls of Eko you'll find a mesmerizing collection of jewels - ranging from ethnic-inspired necklaces to contemporary rings.
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El Pipil
Home adornments, boutique fashions and Canadian-designed accessories are the specialty at this charming shop, and they're all available at enticing prices.
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Europe Bound Outfitters
Maps, guidebooks, trekking equipment, and even durable baby strollers are on the market here for rough and tumble travelers of all sizes. If you're seeking brand names such as Columbia and North Face, this is your place.
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Exile
Exile's endless maze of vintage gear is much older than it looks...but after you get lost amidst the disco balls and yellow walls holding leather jackets, cowboy boots, furs and costume rentals, you might start to forget what year you're in, too.
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F/X
The tornado of girliness that hits you upon entering F/X makes it worth just a visit, even if tutus, Hello Kitty paraphernalia, colored wigs and rhinestone jewelry aren't your scene. The store carries its own line of nail polish in every shade of the rainbow, and, on the 2nd floor, gowns to befit every manner of princess.
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Fastball Sportscards
If it's signed Maple Leaf hockey jerseys, original Walt Disney art and stereographs, sci-fi collectibles, rare 20th-century sports cards or autographed photos you're after, this is your place. Make sure to talk shop with the friendly owner.
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Fresh Baked Goods
A true taste of Toronto style is to be had at this miniboutique - sister to Fresh Collective (416-594-1313) - which rents out space to local designers. Check it out for beaded jewelry and funky knitwear by Laura-Jean the Knitting Queen.
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Friendly Stranger
Need a baking pan for your pot-leaf-shaped cookies? The Friendly Stranger - where customers and salesclerks alike all seem equally amicable - carries a wide array of pot paraphernalia as well as hemp clothes and accessories. Leaflets stating the facts on illegal substances line the front wall.
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Froosh
Handmade bath products are all made in-house at Froosh, and the space in the back holds workshops for making more, from soap to body butter. The store also carries soaps for babies and pets, and some vegan products.
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Game Trek
A classic toy shopping experience is to be had amongst the dart sets, elaborate chessboards and model cars and planes at Game Trek. Check out the board games - you can bring home a little piece of the city with an edition of Toronto Monopoly.
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Get Outside
Another Toronto institution for comfortable yet stylish footwear, this haven of sneakers, skate shoes and flip-flops has been satisfying urban walkers for over 10 years.
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Girl Friday
Proof that office clothes don't need to be boring lives in this small but delightful boutique, where pretty yet edgy pieces are trendy yet stylish enough to last. Formal dresses and jeans are up for grabs too, at both this and the College St location.
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Glad Day
As Canada's oldest queer bookstore, Glad Day's been importing lesbigay material since 1970. Central to Toronto's colorful gay village, they are now proud to stock over 11,000 book, video and periodical titles.
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Grassroots
If you're searching for some one-stop shopping for all things earth-friendly, look no further. Grassroots carries environmentally sound household items galore - even hemp coffee filters and organic bed linen are available here. It's also a used battery drop-off depot. And there's another branch in the Annex (416-944-1993; 408 Bloor St W).
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Grreat Stuff
Although at first glance it may seem a melee of vintage finds, everything is brand spanking new in this men's clothing shop specializing in one-of-a-kind designer samples as well as chic European lines.
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Guild Shop
The Guild Shop offers a peaceful break from the froufrou vibes of Yorkville, with unique glasswares, prints and carvings both modern and traditional. The shop is run by the Ontario Crafts Council, which has been promoting artisans for over 70 years.
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Heel Boy
Slightly more upscale than average, Heel Boy's beautifully-crafted leather bags compliment an impressive range of classically stylish shoes for she and he.
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Hogtown Extreme Sports
Diehard extreme sports addicts might want to stop here to marvel at the selection of skate and snowboarding gear, clothing and accessories, as well as bikes of every variety. Bike and snowboard tune-ups are also done on location.
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Holt Renfrew Last Call
A discount haven for budget-savvy fashionistas, Last Call carries last year's fashions from Bloor-Yorkville's exclusive Holt Renfrew (416-922-2333; 50 Bloor St W) at up to 60-percent off. There are monthly promotions, too.
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John Fluevog
Legendary Vancouver-based designer John Fluevog has always marched to the beat of his own drum, and this local favorite now carries bags and a line of hemp Veggie Vogs in addition to the famed granny platform boots and classic footwear. Reheeling and resoling is also done at this shop which was once a diner - check out some of the original fittings.
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Kidding Awound
A colorfully jumbled mess of fun awaits kids of all ages at Kidding Awound, including yo-yos, vintage collectibles, board games and retro novelty items.
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Kids At Home
A store sure to please style-savvy moms and dads, this shop carries kid-friendly art as well as small-sized beds and linen. Be sure to look up at the chandeliers and around at the enticing quilts and wall hangings.
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Kiehl's
If it's reminiscent of an old apothecary, that's probably because Kiehl's originated in 1851 and has stayed the same in many ways. The label's famed no-frills bottles of face, hair and body potions are legendary amongst beauty connoisseurs - and justifiably so.
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La Di Da
There's a spa and nail bar at the back of this divalicious boutique, specializing in hard to find skincare products, silver jewelry and gorgeous, affordable women's clothing.
