Inside Toronto’s first Anthropologie store

The opening of Anthropologie’s first Canadian outpost at the Shops at Don Mills was one of the most anticipated retail launches of the spring. The popular U.S. chain had established a devoted Canadian following on-line, and those familiar with its line of women’s clothing, accessories and housewares have been flocking to the new store in droves. “Don’t come on a Saturday,” manager Nancy Chang advises. “It’s crazy.” On this Thursday morning, the shop is already abuzz with uptown moms and daughters. (Downtowners will get theirs in July when a Yorkville location opens.) With almost 7,000 square feet packed with goodies, shopping can be overwhelming, so we asked Chang to show us some of her favourite items.