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Shopping in Montreal: 15+ Unique Clothing Boutiques

Montreal is one of the trendiest cities in Canada. Its streets are filled with beautiful, fashionable people. With thousands of boutiques to choose from, where to begin your shopping journey? Here is a list of the top quaint, trendy, and hip boutiques that scream the Montreal style.

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15. Atelier Anfibio Montréal

Atelier Anfibio’s flagship store showcases a blend of craftsmanship and contemporary design, featuring waterproof winter boots, stylish footwear, and elegant leather bags. Expert staff offer personalized guidance on customizable products. Customers can book private appointments for tailored service, and the store also provides convenient options like gift cards and in-store pickup for a seamless shopping experience.

175 Villeray Street
https://www.anfibioboots.com

18. Ciele Athletics

Ciele Athletics seeks to inspire movement, connection, and community through thoughtfully designed equipment and exceptional experiences. As a Canadian company, Ciele offers a unique approach to sportswear, emphasizing performance and protection tailored for athletes and adventurers of all kinds. You can either visit their flagship store in Griffintown or head to the other many stores where they sell Ciele Athletics!

1630 R. Notre Dame O
https://ca.cieleathletics.com

17. Boutique Tozzi

Tozzi is an upscale women & menswear boutique that opened in the Fall of 2010. They have the latest and most tasteful picks for your wardrobe. The shop is very minimalist and located on Crescent, bordered by magnificent architecture. You will find many great local brands as well as from Scandinavian countries.

2115 Rue Crescent, 2095 Rue Crescent
https://www.boutiquetozzi.com

14. Boutique Unicorn

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Boutique Unicorn opened up in 2008 and is situated in the Mile End district of Montreal. The shop sells women’s clothes, shoes and jewelry from independent designers and local, national, and international brands. They sell very hip, tasteful, and classy items.

5135 Boul. Saint-Laurent
https://boutiqueunicorn.com

15. Pony MTL

Located near Plaza Saint-Hubert, the store showcases the vision of owner Gabrielle. The boutique offers a variety of colorful products, including clothing, children’s items, mugs, and bags, all featuring playful messaging. Supporting a local and responsible economy is a priority for the brand, which proudly manufactures some clothing in Montreal, for both print and embroidery.

6534 Rue St-Hubert
https://www.ponymtl.com

14. M0851 Bags and Clothes (3 locations)

A balance between charm and functionality have always been at the heart of M0851. With a total of 22 stores located all around the world, its products are entirely conceived and crafted in Montreal. They have three locations in town: on St. Laurent, on St. Catherine’s street and, in Carrefour Laval.
https://www.m0851.com

13. Boutique Marmier Betina Lou

Opened in 2009 by Montreal designer Marie-Eve Emond, Betina Lou offers timeless, feminine apparel that is easy-to-wear. It blends classic and modern design to provide wardrobe staples. Lots of neutral colors, subtle patterns and versatile garments! Every local and international brand they feature is thoughtfully chosen to reflect their commitment to quality, transparency, and ethical manufacturing as well as their commitment to advocate slow wear, prioritizing quality over quantity.

6510 Av. Henri-Julien
https://www.betinalou.com/us

12. Le Cartel

Founded in 2015 in Montreal, LE CARTEL specializes in streetwear created in collaboration with diverse artists. This artistic collective is recognized for its originality and boldness, representing over 50 international talents across disciplines like drawing, street art, photography, and graphic design. Together, they produce unique collections that make their art accessible to all.

911 Avenue du Mont-Royal E
https://lecartelclothing.com/en

11. 1861 & La Petite Garçonne

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Inspired by vintage clothing, 1861 is a glamorous boutique that offers affordable girlie clothes, paying specific attention to dresses! The store is decked out with ornate tables, vintage suitcases, and of course fabulous finds. On the other hand, La Petite Garçonne is a boutique that is rooted in simplicity. Their clothing is casually sophisticated for the modern woman with styles drawn from Parisian fashion at the turn of the last century. For quintessential feminine elegance, visit both stores on Saint-Laurent Boulevard.

Boutique 1861
3670 Boul. Saint-Laurent
La Petite Garçonne
3650 Boul. Saint-Laurent
https://1861.ca

10. Ex Voto

Since 2014, Ex-Voto has been dedicated to supporting local and ethical brands. They offer a range of handmade, eco-friendly products at affordable prices, including clothing, jewelry, home decor, and more—all designed to enhance your life and space. You can find them in Little Italy!

6534 Boul. Saint-Laurent
https://exvoto.ca/en

9. Frank & Oak

Ethan Song and Hicham Ratnani, co-founders of Frank & Oak, both grew up together in Montreal. They opened the store with the mission of helping a generation of men dress and live well at reasonable prices. They’ve now introduced women’s clothing as well!

www.frankandoak.com

8. Belle et Rebelle

Founded in 2007 in a cozy space in Rosemont la Petite Patrie, Belle et Rebelle aims to promote emerging designers from Quebec while making local creations as accessible as possible. Their core values focus on supporting the local economy, providing quality products, and championing causes that are meaningful to them.

6583A Saint-Hubert Street
https://belleetrebelle.ca/en

7. Maguire Shoes

Sisters Myriam and Romy founded Maguire, an independent direct-to-consumer footwear brand. Their entrepreneurial journey began with a mission to make high-quality shoes accessible to a wider audience. They have been featured in Forbes, WWD, Elle, and Bazaar, and won the Emerging Talent Award for Accessories at the Canadian Fashion Awards in 2022. Head over to their boutique to see all of their creations!

5365 Boul. Saint-Laurent
https://maguireshoes.com

6. Clark Street and Mercantile

Clark Street Mercantile carries items that have been meticulously scrutinized and handpicked. All the brands they have in stock have a history and quality of their own. Their focus is on craftsmanship and on things that are built to last as well as to forge a genuine bond between people and craftsmen.

5200 Rue Clark
https://clarkstreetmercantile.com

5. The Mile End Montreal Food Tour

The Mile End Food Tour takes you on a walking tour of Montreal’s hippest neighborhood. The Mile End is home to some of Montreal’s best small boutiques that offer locally made and artisanal goods from food to clothing. This tour stops at many different foodie spots but also showcases the culture and ambiance of Mile End! Let the Mile End Food tour guide you through your shopping experience!

localfoodtours.com/Mile-End-Food-Experience

Vintage Shopping in Montreal

Vintage shopping is a treasure hunt that allows you to discover unique pieces with history and character, making your wardrobe truly one-of-a-kind. Montreal is lucky enough to have a multitude of vintage stores to choose from and here are some of our favorites!

4. Citizens Vintage

Citizen Vintage is an independently owned vintage clothing boutique located on Boulevard Saint Laurent. Its owners Rebecca and Lara, select each piece focusing on quality and current trends. Their pieces end up reflecting classic, timeless styles for both men and women, that slip seamlessly into a modern wardrobe!

5330 Boulevard Saint Laurent
https://www.citizenvintage.com

3. Empire Exchange

From vintage to new, Empire Exchange has a huge selection of clothing and products carrying local Montreal designers and artists’ products, accessories, and other creations. They also offer a selection of beautiful stationary, mugs, soaps, and other fun things! They accept exchanges, cash, and store credit on their vintage items.

Mile End
5225 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
Little Italy
6796 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
https://www.empiremtl.com/fr

2. Annex Vintage

Annex Vintage is a vintage clothing shop in Montreal’s trendy Mile End. They stock a large and changing inventory of vintage clothes, leather bags, boots, shoes, jewelry, and accessories for both men and women!

5364 Boul. Saint-Laurent
https://www.annexvintage.com/fc

1. Eva B

Eva B is a vibrant vintage boutique located in downtown Montreal, near Place des Spectacles, offering a unique shopping experience. Keep an eye out for our graffiti-covered facade—though the store might look closed at first glance, we’re definitely open! The boutique features two levels, so make sure to explore the second floor. Each area is thoughtfully organized by clothing category. During the summer, you can relax on our terrace and enjoy a meal from our café in a peaceful setting.

Eva D, their sister store, offers a curated selection of vintage and high-end ready-to-wear pieces, as well as gently used contemporary items, with a special emphasis on vintage Levi’s jeans. Our friendly staff is always available to help you find the perfect outfit. Plus, our in-store café serves the best coffee deal in town, with espresso priced at just $1!

Eva B
2015 Boulevard St-Laurent, Montréal
Eva D
1611 Boulevard St-Laurent
https://boutiqueevab.com

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Montreal is a city brimming with creativity—one doesn’t have to look further than the street art adorning almost every building from NDG to the Plateau to see that. From graffiti murals to fine arts, the local art scene in Montreal is as vibrant as the city itself. For a taste of some of the best current local (and international) talent we recommend checking out these contemporary art galleries.

If you’re looking for cool things to do in Montreal, look no further than our article: 16+ Extremely “Cool” Things to Do in Montreal This Year

10. Parisian Laundry

One of Montreal’s leading galleries, Parisian Laundry is a local gem that can boast international influence. With satellite projects in art capitals of the world like New York, Berlin, and Toronto, the artists showcases here are the creme de la creme (comme on dit a Paris). All the pieces that come through the doors of this industrial building-turned-gallery are curated carefully by the Parisian Laundry team, and it shows.

Where: 3550, Saint-Antoine Ouest

http://parisianlaundry.com/en/

9. Station 16

Located in the heart of the city, Station 16 pushes the boundaries of contemporary art, showcasing works with a definitively urban core. From street art and graffiti to printmaking to design, they exhibit the works of both local and international artists whose works might not have a home in more traditional galleries. Station 16 gallery and its sister printshop are part of LNDMRK, the guys behind the Mural festival and Saintwoods, so you know they’re cool.

Where: 3523 Boul St-Laurent

www.station16gallery.com/

8. Arsenal

Come for the architecture, stay for the art. The pieces on display at this contemporary gallery may be modern, but the walls around it are anything but. The building—which now houses some of the best Canadian and international contemporary works in the city—was once a sprawling shipyard, built in 1846 by Augustin Cantin. Right on the scenic Lachine Canal in Griffintown, sail away on the tides of some truly impressive art, in an equally impressive space.

Where: 2020 William St.

http://arsenalmontreal.com/

7. FOFA

galleries montreal FOFA — Source: concordia.ca

Home of Concordia’s best work from their Faculty of Fine Arts students, teachers, and alumni, this non-profit gallery is all about supporting emerging talent. Students run the show at FOFA, and the gallery occasionally offers grants and internship programs for promising Concordia artists. The art on display ranges as far and wide as the talent of the students who create it—there’s always something new to be seen, and new artists to discover.

Where: 1515 rue Ste-Catherine Ouest

http://fofagallery.concordia.ca/

6. Articule

montreal gallery articule — Source: articule.org

More than just a gallery, Articule is a centre for emerging artists, and aims to engage the artistic community with discussion, promoting networking opportunities and challenging established conventions with their experimental approach. They’re not-for-profit, independent, and artist-run. They boast an open structure where collaboration is key in planning exhibits, screenings, talks, and programming. Located in the Mile End, the welcoming and unpretentious atmosphere welcomes patrons to come as they are and stay awhile.

Where: 262 Fairmount W.

http://www.articule.org/

5. Phi centre

montreal galleries phi center — Source: Vincent Toi, Phi Center

The Phi Centre has a little bit of everything—their mission is to make art (all kinds of art) accessible to everybody. Their space houses everything from interactive exhibits, one of the city’s best venues to hear international and local live DJs, a dining space for special events, and movie screenings of arthouse films. They have a multitude of special events every day of the week, and there’s sure to be something that tickles just about any fancy.

Where: 407, Saint-Pierre Street

phi-centre.com

4. DHC fondation pour l’art contemporain

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DHC Foundation for Contemporary art is another awesome not-for-profit which every year offers a handful of long-running exhibits for the public to enjoy, totally free. They’re housed in two beautiful heritage buildings in Old Montreal—get lost in the beautiful artwork and in the winding cobblestone streets of this historical neighbourhood.

Where: 451 & 465 St-Jean Street

dhc-art.org

3. Fonderie darling

galleries montreal fonderiedarling — Source: fonderiedarling.org

Fonderie Darling is a unique visual arts centre under the umbrella of Montreal’s Quarter Ephemere, a group which reclaims abandoned industrial buildings in the city and converts the spaces into art venues. Their mission is to increase awareness of local art while at the same time drawing attention to these desolate urban spaces. Fonderie Darling is part art gallery, part artists studio block, and all heart.

Where: 475 Ottawa St.

http://www.fonderiedarling.org/

2. Freshpaint Gallery

Founded by the International Convention of Graffiti Under Pressure, Freshpaint Gallery delivers exactly what it’s name evokes. All in the name of promoting urban culture, the exhibition space and special events aim to educate and engage patrons about the unique world of street art. Alongside the gallery, the group takes beautification into its own hands, creating art and temporary installations in vacant spaces around the city.

Where: 221 Ste Catherine E.

http://www.freshpaintgallery.ca/

1. Galerie de Bellefeuille

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An all-Canadian gallery turned International, Helen and Jacques de Bellefeuille strive to showcase emerging Canadian talent alongside higher-tier artists from around the globe. It was founded in 1980 and has hosted many important events since. Artists like Damien Hirst and Sophie Ryder have seen the walls of de Bellefeuille. It’s become such an important space in the city, that in 2014 they took over a location across the street from the original gallery, dedicating it to 6,500 square feet of contemporary art.

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Things to do in Montreal

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Drogheria Fine opened their doors to the Mile End community approximately five years ago. Since then folks have travelled from near and far to grab a jar of its famed pasta sauce. This special sauce is the only product that Drogheria Fine actively promotes. Yet, they have shown that what they lack in variety, they make up for in quality! The specialty store has under ten products and all of them are based off the prized pasta sauce. Which is titled “La Salsa Della Nonna.” This quite literally translates to “Grandmas Sauce” and is owner Franco Grattuso’s family recipe.

Photo by Ismaël Ulvik

When walking into the tiny shop visitors are instantly greeted with a tantalizing aroma and some tomato eye candy. Customers are able to see the sauce being prepared in the back room, pots’n’all! The small shop can give off a minimalist appearance with only a few jars on the shelves. However, this is due to customers buying the sauce faster than they can stock it, rather than an offbeat design choice.

After meeting Franco it quickly becomes clear that he is the godfather of Montreal pasta sauce. He explained to us “With Drogheria I’m continuing the history of my culture and of the history of Montreal culture.” Franco used to disperse his famed sauce from his own restaurant “Il Piatto della Nonna.” However he departed from the busy restaurant industry and chose to focus on dispersing his sauce at a retail level. Thus, Drogheria Fine was born!

The shop is located directly next door to the world famous Fairmont bagel. Franco told us that he likes having Fairmont as a neighbours because “the light’s always on and they have great clientele.” Who would have thought such a partnership could exist between bagels and tomato sauce?

So if you find yourself in the neighbourhood be sure to pop into Drogheria Fine. Have a chat with Franco, enjoy the traditional ambience, and pick up some of his exceptional pasta sauce. You’d better go before it’s sold out!

68 Fairmount Street W

514-588-7477

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