There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes, goes an old Norwegian saying. Calgarians know a thing or two about dressing for the elements, sometimes getting a taste of four seasons in one day. This list of shops will help you locate winter outerwear for any weather – from sub-zero to shoulder season to fast-melting Chinook days.
Besides being essential to the Canadian wardrobe, there’s just something about sweaters. They’re the one piece of clothing that wraps you in warmth and security, whether they’re gossamer-thin spring cardigans or cozy, chunky cable knits worn to keep out winter’s icy bite. They can also be casual or sophisticated. These are some of the sweetest spots in which to find sweaters.
For those of us who collect great reads, buying used books is a budget-friendly way to build a home library. Alternatively, most second-hand bookshops accept trade-ins for cash or credit. This list includes specialty used shops as well as shops offering textbook buybacks and second-hand stores that carry books. Image credit: iStock.com/Maxiphoto.
Inglewood is Calgary’s oldest neighbourhood, but also one of its hottest arts and shopping destinations. Its historic buildings, foot traffic, restaurants and live music venues give it lots of appeal. This area is also home to some very cool women’s boutiques catering to a wide variety of tastes. Here are some of the neighbourhood’s top clothing shops.
Green living is more than a trend, it’s a necessity. Minimize your ecological footprint with help from these Earth-friendly boutiques and businesses.
With eating local being the biggest restaurant food trend ever, home cooks have turned to the city’s butcher shops to supply cuts of Alberta beef, pork, lamb, chicken and game for their own cuisine adventures. A number of excellent meat boutiques carry a wide variety of cuts, locally produced and otherwise.
Generally following a mantra of “made, baked or grown in Alberta,” Calgary farmers’ markets transform shopping and grocery getting into an adventure. As well as specialty foods, endless kiosks and counters carry locally produced arts, crafts, clothing and accessories plus an array of natural health products.
Sweet and universally loved, chocolate is one treat we can all agree on. Lucky for you, Calgary’s chocolate boutiques carry a huge variety of premium selections.
What’s a suit without a shirt and tie? It’s certainly a look most of us can’t pull off. These Calgary men’s clothiers can help you complete your formal ensemble with shirts and ties in a range of prices and styles.
If you’re new to the Calgary knitting and sewing scene and curious about suppliers, this list is for you. When you’re looking for someone that knows their way around a magic loop or a blanket stitch, your latest project will be in good hands with these expert sewing outlets.