Two days: barely enough time to scratch the surface of all of the city’s treasures.
Saint-Denis Street
Whether you want to dress yourself to the nines or turn your home into a paragon of originality and elegance, you’ll find it all here.
- Get a feel for why Montréal is synonymous with bold creativity by browsing the boutiques of Québec fashion designers: Dubuc Mode de vie: chic urban style; Revenge: for gurus of good taste; Angela Jones maillots: the latest in bikinis, beachwear, robes and accessories.
- Discover the ultimate in home decor and accessories (and watch your friends’ jaws drop when they see your new digs); Bleu Nuit and Carré Blanc: slip between the sheets with style; Zone: decorative items, curtains, lamps and everything for the coolest bathroom ever. Marcel Proulx Fleuriste: decorative items and garden furniture; Arthur Quentin: kitchen items, porcelain and earthenware. A landmark; Couleurs: furniture and decorative items from the 40s to the 70s; Dix Mille Villages: fair trade products and objects of every description; Départ en Mer: Marine-themed gifts, accessories and decorative items.
De La Montagne Street
Three of Montréal’s leading haute-couture designers have set up shop on this trendy fashion strip:
- Marie Saint-Pierre: embraces a philosophy of movement. Marrying elegance with audacity, her collections offer something to fit every woman’s style and mood.
- Andy Thé-Ahn: offers colourful collections that are both feminine and elegant, designed with the professional woman in mind. Ultra-feminine blouses, tailored suits and sophisticated evening dresses for one-of-a-kind looks.
- Nadya Toto: has a weakness for combining comfort and refinement, plus a decidedly sexy side that lends signature charm to her creations.
Saint-Laurent Boulevard
Dive into the dynamic energy of “The Main”. The mosaic of cultures that call this area home has given birth to a captivating mix of totally eclectic businesses, from ultra-chic to quirky kitsch.
- Food stores, clothing boutiques and furniture stores flaunt their wares side by side. A paradise for those who love to shop, with something for every budget and taste.
- Antique stores and second-hand shops (friperies) are legion and boutiques are brimming with dishes, ceramics, and blown-glass objects—whatever your heart desires. Two addresses worth noting: Sauriol and Phil’z, which stock a treasure trove of accessories from the 30s to the 70s.
Boutique Revenge
514 843-4379
3852, rue Saint-Denis
Bleu Nuit
514 843-5702
3913, rue Saint-Denis
http://www.bleunuit.ca
Arthur Quentin
514 843-7513
3960, rue Saint-Denis
www.arthurquentin.com
Nadya Toto
514 327-4477
9200, rue Meilleur
http://www.nadyatoto.com
