Published Aug 9th, 2010

By Lynda Sea

Store Openings for August 2010

Some exciting new shops are opening their doors in Calgary this summer.

Apt 22

Formerly Boutik, this clothing store carries trendy, affordable fashions. Owner Kim Stern brings in new lines such as Hale Bob, Eighty Sixty and Karina Grimaldi at a new location that feels small and intimate — like shopping in your BFF’s closet. (1312 1 St. S.W., 403-452-5911, shopapt22.com)

The Athlete Factory

This “hybrid gym” offers one-on-one and group training, as well as sport conditioning. It’s owned and operated by Canadian pro athletes. Douglas Cridland designed the interior, so expect upscale details in the industrial chic gym like tile and granite locker rooms and rain head showers. (6, 510 77 Ave. S.E., 403-255-7703, athletefactory.net)

SFM Lifestyle Salon & Spa

This posh salon and spa offers hair treatments with Schwarzkopf professional and Kerastase products, as well as body and facial treatments, manicures and pedicures. Sleek, white stylist chairs, 20-foot ceilings and a swank lounge area evoke a trendy boutique hotel feel. Guys can get straight-razor shaves in the men’s grooming area of the salon. (100, 1333 8 St. S.W., 403-228-1600, sfmsalonspa.com)

Shades of Sleep

Luxurious 100-percent Egyptian cotton bedding, fashion accessories and designer sleepwear can all be found at this new Inglewood shop. Here you’ll discover ceramic table lamps, Peacock Alley and Revelle bedspreads, as well as pajamas from PJ Harlow — all designed to make your sleep tight. (1221 9 Ave. S.E., 403-457-0092, shadesofsleep.com)

Shoe Craze

This new shoe store in The Devenish carries styles ranging from casual flip-flops to traditional, flirty or glam flats and heels from lines such as Emilio Pucci, Donna Karan and Badgley Mischka. A selection of handbags, scarves and bridal shoes are also available. (107, 908 17 Ave. S.W., 403-245-6600)

Used House of Vintage

This vintage shop on 17th Avenue S.W. occupies the space that used to house The Rocket Custom T-Shirts. It’s a great spot to find handpicked vintage clothes, shoes, accessories and collectibles. Organized by frocks, skirts, jackets, pants and T-shirts, Used is stocked full of unique finds without being overwhelming or disorganized.(738A 17 Ave. S.W., 403-228-5407)

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