Umeboshi it is easy to be swept away as the full, rich scent of high quality leather fills the air, a perfectly picked bouquet of seasonal blooms from a neighbouring shop delight the eyes and the tranquility of 100 year old theatre chairs bring a gentle sense of grounding to visitors. Within mere moments we are taken to a time gone by, a time of engagement, when quality was valued over quantity. A time when taking a Saturday stroll meant stopping by the local baker, butcher, florist and shoe shop, greeting each merchant by name. The inspiration that sparked Umeboshi comes from a place that remembers this time.more...See more text
This intimidate and cozy boutique located on Main Street is home to many beautiful shoes, and it’s a great place to stock up on all your footwear needs. You’ll find everything from beachy sandals to stylish fall-ready boots. While their shoes may be on the pricier side, the high quality, handcrafted styles are worth the investment. And you’re sure to have a lovely experience with the great staff at Umeboshi.
This neighbourhood boutique in Mount Pleasant stocks beautiful, high-end footwear with a timeless appeal. These simple sandals might be minimal in design, but they make a serious statement. Come summertime, style-savvy gals and guys will appreciate the carefully curated selection of finely crafted footwear from indie labels. Rachel Comey has earned a cult following thanks to her city-chic aesthetic; her leather sandals and open-toed mules feature sculpted light wood block heels and are effortlessly cool. Versatile flats from Ancient Greek Sandals are handcrafted in Greece with chemical free, natural tan leather that weathers nicely over time.
This shoe-box sized store in Mount Pleasant is all about offering an old-school, neighbourhood shopping experience. Carrying unique and hard-to-find brands, each pair of shoes emits an enticing aroma of good leather and carries with it the markings of well made, handcrafted goods. Recently opening their online shop means that now this tiny local store is playing in the big leagues, where it continues to thrive despite (or perhaps because of) its independent spirit and unwillingness to compromise on quality.