Shopping in Edmonton

Though they're aided by modern saponification science, Wild Prairie Soap Company's skilled artisans hearken to centuries-old techniques as they handcraft batches of natural soap within their in-store soaperie. They hand-cut and cure each bar before nestling it onto a clean white table or chic antique armoire. The high-end soaps share the spotlight with towers of body polishes and lotions infused with shea butter for silky-smooth secret handshakes.

The soap-makers infuse their blends with 50 per cent olive oil and pure essential oils to gently condition and clean every type of skin without unwanted fillers or animal byproducts. Dozens of varieties range from rosehip and grapefruit to man-centric brew bars, which are blended with dark irish stout and organic hops to elicit a subtle scent, thick lather, and even thicker five o'clock shadow.

After waking up to shoes full of picket signs, Flip Flop Shops' founders opened their sandal emporiums with one motto in mind—Free Your Toes!. Each of the shop's locations in the United States, Canada, St. Thomas, and Guam are unified by flip-flops and other sandals for men, women, and children from brands such as Reef, Sanuk, Roxy, OluKai, and Quiksilver.

Each day after work, Cloud Nine Pajamas owner Robyn Zechel delights in changing out of her work wear and into her comfortable pajamas. She aims to inspire similar daily rituals with her collection of cozy and practical threads that have been featured in the Edmonton Journal. The sleep apparel spans the spectrum, from light, breezy robes and pajamas made with bamboo and wicking materials to cozy styles ideal for midnight raids on walk-in freezers. Additionally, Cloud Nine Pajamas helps you work toward more restful slumber with accessories such as heated stuffed animals and soothing body lotions.

Behind Baby & Beyond's storefront, pastel greens, blues, and yellows set a calming scene accented by charming baby clothes and accessories. Pint-sized clothing and footwear for both boys and girls boasts brand names such as Mexx, Guess, and Robeez and range from sleepers to tuxedos. Guardians and those taking exceptionally good care of their stuffed animals can also peruse the vast selection of accessories, including carriers, diaper bags and feeding supplies.

The licensed and insured installers at Five Star Holiday Decor brighten homes’ exteriors with holiday- and Christmas-light installations. Each package includes design recommendations and a three-year warranty on commercial-grade C7 lights, as well as removal and storage. Additionally, the team delivers living or fresh-cut Christmas trees directly to doorsteps.

Drawing from a pool of 50 suppliers, the staff at Direct Home Decor can administer complete makeovers to most any living space. These suppliers contribute furniture, fabrics, flooring, plumbing fixtures, and art for Direct Home Decor's custom home-design combinations. The designers then adjust each plan to fit the client's budget and artistic taste, supervising projects that range from choosing and installing new window shades to overhauling entire houses.

Before proceeding with renovations, they can visit properties for in-depth consultations, advising owners on aesthetic schemes or ways to boost their home's value without bedazzling the gutters. Additionally, their do-it-yourself options accommodate patrons who would rather retain complete control of their changes.