The Handwork Department store is a vintage and consignment shop with A LOT of amazing items. There…read moreis a downstairs section with household items that are very aesthetically pleasing to look at and purchase. My friend and I spend a good hour downstairs just playing different records and dancing around LOL. I came here because it was noted that they have a lot of cameras and I was surprised to see them all myself. Initially, I was a little nervous about buying a film camera because I am not very familiar with them but the representative that was there (Maggie) provided me with a lot of insights and useful information on each brand. She was very patient and helpful and made me feel at ease so I left the store confident. Also, the shop is located on Danforth so after my visit, I just went on an adventure and ate a lot of food. I truly loved everything at this store and it was an honour conversing with Maggie. I fully dedicate myself and wallet to this shop and I can't wait to come back!

New place for me to check out! Two floors of neat stuff, so I'll definitely be back to check this…read moreplace out again.

Great cat!! I love a shop with a pet, dog, cat.... Friendly…read morestaff. Prices OK. worth checking out.

Art of Demolition is a funky little shop in the Junction. It is on Keele a half-block north of the…read moreDundas and Keele intersection on the west side of the street near the pay parking lot. While a sign warning you that you are on camera serves as your only greeting ( the person at the counter in the back either "does not speak" or "leaves you alone to let you shop" depending on how you look at it.) Art of Demolition has a nice range of old eclectic stuff similar to what you would see at a flea market. Old license plates, records, and posters, as well as larger items such as chest coca cola coolers (they had a fairly nice one for 700$) are here as well. Recently, they did some spring cleaning/reorganizing so it is much easier to navigate the small space. If you like old odds and ends, The Art of Demolition may have that special something you were looking for.

Went in and browsed around…read more Era Vintage reminds me of a smaller Ragstop (in Erin Mills Town Centre) since it's the only frame of reference for me. It seems a bit more popular and busy (granted it's located in Toronto and The Well mall in Downtown Toronto). Prices and selection are pretty similar. The smaller stuff (like the 3d printed stuff) might not be worth it.

What a walk back to the past…read more Gretzky was one of my brother's favorite hockey player. I forgot I used to have the Michael Jackson, that's worth $50 now in the box. Lots of throwback apparel, books, used too.

Cozy store with great finds and deals! Very nice owner too! Highly recommend checking this store…read moreout! :)

One of the COOLEST stores I have come across since I moved to Toronto! Odd Finds General Store on…read moreBloor has such a cool vintage vibe for other worldly creatures like me. Check out the local handmade masks for $15. In Toronto you have to wear a mask in indoor spaces now so if you need one for when you go to buy food these ones are cotton, machine washable and made by Raygun Designs. Super nice staff and I am so glad they have reopened. You know I love all things retro and this store has fantastic items for sale. Tons of character!

Love visiting Rick at Odds and Ends every time I go visit Toronto with my bestie Karen! Rick can…read morefind you anything your looking for by simply requesting what your looking for. Shout out to Rick, your Chinese friends that make it a ritual to come year round to visit your shop full of treasures all the way from Texas!

This is the oddest (no pun intended, groan) antique shop I've ever been to. It's a narrow shop with…read moreantiques haphazardly stacked on top of each other all the way up to the ceiling. There's only a foot wide walking path so multiple customers in the store at once is very difficult. There was also no prices on anything and it was hard to see everything that was offered at the store. I would also worry that the quality of what I'd buy would be subpar because of the bad conditions it sits in amidst this store's clutter. However, there were many unique finds at this store, so it's still worth checking out. With the lack of price tags, I imagine you're free to haggle.

This is one of the tops for vintage in Kensington. For…read moreexample my sister was looking for a Hudson Bay original vintage blanket and they had several, take you pick for different prices and much lower than they would sell online, or anyone would sell for. We went to Exile around the corner and they had none, completely sold out from what they may have had earlier. I also got a great ugly xmas sweater for $10. Check this place first!

I can't believe no one has reviewed this store! I love walking in when the barbershop below is in…read morefull swing and you can smell the shaving lather. As the name suggests, this is one store in Kensington that caters a little more to the gentlemen. Having said that, there is a great selection of vintage dresses for the ladies. The gent who is usually there is also very helpful and will pull items for you to try on if you explain the general style you're going for. Deffo worth a gander!

This vintage shop in Kensington Market neighborhood in Toronto Ontario Canada clothing,…read moreaccessories, jewelry, retro housewares, unique home accessories and mid-century modern furniture. This large space gives you plenty of room to shop. I purchased some vintage earrings for $10. They look to be good quality. It's always fun to go thrifting.

Found such a variety of fun stuff here. New and old. Women's and men's. Clothes and knick knacks…read more It's like a hybrid of new boutique, curated consignment, and true vintage. Staff is friendly. This was my favorite stop in my Kensington Markwt wandering. Love the vintage dress I scored. And fun earrings. Nicely organized and not crazy prices.

Came across this vintage store as part of the recent "Queen of Hearts" (WQW BIA) event. It's easy…read moreto miss, as it's upstairs. It's just across from CAMH and west of MOCCA. The sign says "hand-picked vintage" and it's a good description. The space is quite small (looks like a converted apartment, with 2 small rooms and a hallway) and the selection is not as vast as some of the bigger vintage shops. However, each piece is carefully chosen (hence the name). The owner is really friendly and as my shopping partner and I perused the racks, she gave us back-stories for many of the pieces that caught our eyes. She also has altered some of the items to make them more wearable circa now. Compared to other vintage stores, there were some really kooky/costumey pieces here, include a gold lamé jumpsuit ("I had to take that one... it has stirrups!!") and a gothic, Addams-Family-esque black velvet dress with white lace detailing. This would be a fantastic place to find the perfect Halloween costume. It's also a great place to re-live the 90's. As I was browsing, I found myself repeatedly saying to my friend - "omg, remember these?!?" Like those cutout shoulder dresses. Other finds include leopard printed faux-fur coats and beat-up vintage leather jackets for men. There's a sale rack (currently 50% off some winter merchandise) and a $10 accessories section at the back. Definitely worth a look!

The vibe: Tucked away on a second floor on Queen Street, being inside Chosen feels like being…read moreinside a fortune teller's shop where you can see your future in all of the clothing. Even the change room curtain looks like outer space. It's a small and cozy shop that's never too busy. I almost didn't want to write this review because it's one of the city's best kept vintage secrets. The clothes: Whereas a lot of vintage shops in the city have a huge variety of clothing from all kinds of different eras, Chosen features a well-curated selection of clothes that appeal to anyone with a lust for the 90s (ie. me) and girls who want to be a bit more badass and a bit less girly. But this doesn't mean they don't have girly t't to Chosen and you can find sexy little lace slips, James Dean-esque leather jackets, and combat boots for dancing all night. The staff: No complaints here. The owner and the one other girl I've met are both super friendly, helpful and full of interesting tidbits about the pieces. Best finds: I bought the most comfortable/warm/amazing winter boots here that I will keep forever and always.