shop canadian
39 businesses to support. hand made lingerie, the perfect cotton tees, bespoke jewellery, natural wine and ceramics
there’s no thrill like scurrying around a new city, high on caffeine, poking your head into a small boutique you’ve never visited before. maybe you try on clothes, pet the shop dog, buy some incense, and leave with a stamped paper bag. shopping locally fuels intimate moments like these, and while they’re precious, they’re not always possible (small town girlies get it). thankfully, online shopping has allowed us to connect with small businesses across the country. it’s fair to say that no ux can replicate that in-person connection, but shopping canadian whether irl or from bed, still feels good. i’ve compiled 39 canadian businesses worth taking a look at the next time you need a dress, sparkling bev, skincare product, stationary, or leather bag. this juicy dispatch is free for all readers, enjoy!
a bronze age: the most darling dresses, colourful bags, easy wearing impactful pieces from a vancouver woman owned business
ami sangha: ceramics, keychains and beyond. her site is under construction, but some of her pieces are available at one of a few
a sunday in august: BC made natural wines
atelier tulipe: beautiful small batch womenswear
boheme goods: high quality womenswear designed in canada. they’ve also got vintage drops worth setting alarms for
cadette: stunning fine jewellery and engagement rings
decade studio: incredibly well constructed, intentionally crafted denim
em & may size inclusive lingerie and swimwear
f. miller: luxe botanical skin care offerings. their oils are a godsend
happy hour: women’s pieces handmade on vancouver island
harly jae: sustainably made linen dresses and beyond
hey jude: vintage + modern independent brands like deiji, everyday oil, nanin and more
jenny bird: my favourite spot for anklets. silver, pearl, and gold plated pieces
jubi the label: tofino made linen clothing. the striped track pants are everything
kid sister: small batch, vancouver made skincare
kotn: timeless designs with a focus on ethical practices. great denim and rugby shirts
le febour: everyone’s favourite carry-all bag for spring. designed and made in canada
magnetism store: timeless women’s vintage and curated style bundles
merge goods: one of my favourite irl shopping experiences. their in house beauty and clothing is unreal, as is their selection of small brands
micaila abboud: whimsical sea-inspired ceramics
neighbour: objects, women’s, men’s and books. ft. cecilie bahnsen, tekla, mondo mondo, gohar world and so many more
noon jewellery: stunning bespoke jewelry. when it’s time to redo my wedding rings, i’ll turn to soph : )
nouvelle nouvelle: men + women’s clothing and goods with a focus on designers from japan, denmark and france
okay to rest: small batch, intentionally designed sweats, tees, and accessories
old faithful shop: highly curated, well made homewares. featuring brands like alessi, kinto, bodha, and toyo
one of a few: *the* spot for sustainable and sought after brands. sandy liang, charlie beads, paloma wool, maryam nassir zadeh and beyond
pearle knits: gorgeous handmade dresses, tops, and one of a kind skirts
rainbo mushrooms: adaptogenic, mushroom-based tinctures. their lions mane changed my brain fog for the better
revel cider: ontario foraged and farmed ciders. the widest ranging, wildest tasting bubbles i’ve ever had
saltwater collective: canadian designed swimwear, intimates, and loungwear
sidia: clean fragrance and body care
smith bowen shop: sustainably made, ethical intimates dyed with botanicals
sonya lee: gorgeous handbags made in toronto
sort: products focusing on intentionality and quality. featuring books, homewares, incense, and stationary
sunja link: skincare shop (and spa) specializing in earth-conscious, small batch products, along with their own in-house line
the thirteen club: curated vintage and canadian designed clothes
wolf circus: vancouver-made silver and gold plated jewelry
yoggu: probiotic coconut yogurt, found in save-on and essentially all natural grocers
zamalek: organic, montreal made canned hibiscus bevs
