Where to find the perfect gift in West Queen West
West Queen West possesses the perfect mix of urban trendiness and gentrification. It blends downtown grit with hipster cool and has enough fashionable retail to become a Toronto shopping destination. These shops sell gifts that are as much fun to give as they are to receive.
Poppies
1092 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H9Flowers are a classic gift: gorgeous, fragrant, instant room changers and able to brighten even Grumpy Cat’s mood. When you give flowers, you want to make sure the florist knows what he or she is doing. In this case, Laura, who’s delivered flowers to Sophia Loren, Elton John, Barbra Streisand and other A-listers, is renowned for creating stunning bouquets. Here, you can create a gift that’s both timeless and modern.
Your Feel Good Soap
616 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1E4Giving soap as a gift can be a delicate endeavour. On one hand, you don’t want your intent to be misunderstood, but on the other, who can resist soap that smells this delicious? You can create your own gift basket by adding oils and lip balms, or choose one of their preassembled ones. And if you want to give a truly unique gift, you can make your own soap on the premises.
Currys
1153 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J4It’s a popular misconception that Curry’s is just for serious artists, but that’s pretty far from the truth. You’ll see all sorts of supplies and products for anyone with a creative bent. From the foot-tall, articulated wood mannequins and calligraphy tools to projectors and spray paint (a.k.a. “urban art materials”). Artist or not, you’ll be impressed by the sheer size of this store and the vast inventory.
Cocktail Emporium
972 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H1For those friends who imbibe occasionally, assist them in starting a classy collection of drinking equipment and accessories so they don’t have to use a saucepan to make cocktails. You can opt for a beginner set for the budding mixologist or help the more sophisticated bartender top up their collection with a few useful devices and aromatic bitters. Almost anyone on your list can use an anchor-shaped or antique key-shaped bottle opener.
Valhalla Cards And Gifts Inc
791 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1G1If you have a solid idea of the kind of gift you want to buy – fantastic. Unfortunately, most of us get stuck on what to give so there’s no better place for inspiration than a store devoted entirely to gifts and cards. The gifts are on the petite side, so you can stock up with an armload and appear like the most generous gift-giver ever. Don’t forget to browse their extensive card selection for the perfect message.
