3 Best Shopping in Montreal, Quebec

One of the top shoe stores in Montréal, hands down, Scarpa, which means "shoe" in Italian, opened in 2008. From espadrilles, flats, and pumps to winter boots, sneakers, and strappy sandals, Scarpa shoes are always high quality and consistently on point. The company has its own footwear brand and atelier, which aptly enough is called Ateliers. A smaller collection of men's shoes is also available. 

In business since 1940, this local institution stocks fashionable footwear and accessories for men and women. Besides its own label, Browns carries shoes by Emporio Armani, Michael Kors, Cole Haan, Steve Madden, Stuart Weitzman, and more. Comfortable couches make shopping a pleasant experience inside this gleaming white-and-silver flagship.

Unusually curved lines, from the heels of his shoes to the interior design of his funky boutique, have cultivated a devout following for the Canadian shoe designer. Belts and bags are also available, letting you create a quirky yet coordinated outfit. Look to the soles for curious and inspiring messages.