The Next Page
This rustic, two-level bookstore is lined from floor to ceiling with an impressive collection of new and used books, ranging from sci-fi and horror to works in philosophy, psychology and more, along with an in-house café, The Espresso Bar, featuring the shop’s signature bean blend, Top Shelf.
Cool product recommendation: We Survived the Night (2025) by Julian Brave NoiseCat, $39
1217A 9 Ave. S.E., 403-452-6550, nextpageyyc.ca, @thenextpageyyc
Kent of Inglewood
After 12 years of providing Canadian beard-care products, fragrances and deodorants, plus outdoor gear such as knives and axes, Kent of Inglewood recently relocated to a larger space just a block from its original home. Check out the new shop for the ultimate outdoorsy experience.
Cool product recommendation: Kent of Inglewood Spice Beard Balm, $30
1222 9 Ave. S.E., 403-457-1595, kentofinglewood.com, @kentofinglewood
Faire Living
Runner-up – Best Home Décor Store
Step inside this boutique and you’ll find a whole universe of home décor, from wooden shelves and armoires lined with ceramics and glassware to throw pillows, art and nursery goods from this family-owned, independent retailer that opened its Calgary location in 2025.
Cool product recommendation: Urceus Fumé Mouth Blown Recycled Glass Pitcher, $78
1226 9 Ave. S.E., faireliving.com, @faireliving
Lemonceillo Home & Gift
This vibrant green-and-yellow shop is full of items that look like works of art, like whimsically shaped soaps and colourful candles. Owner Jennifer Arrowsmith was inspired by a trip to Italy, where people use their best clothes, dishes and the like daily, instead of only for special occasions.
Cool product recommendation: Erode Cold-Process Soap, $80
1223 9 Ave. S.E., 403-475-8442, lemonceillo.com, @lemonceillo
Plant
It started as husband-and-wife team Kyle and Erika Chow’s passion project centred on terrariums, but Plant has grown into a local institution known for its array of plants, potting and gardening products, ceramics and terrariums for green-thumbed Calgarians and garden enthusiasts, alike.
Cool product recommendation: Resurrection Plant, $15
1327 9 Ave. S.E., 403-585-4226, plantshop.ca, @plantshopyyc
