Treasure Trove

In summer, city folk love to drive out to the country, breathe some fresh air, bask in nature...and shop at funky eclectic boutiques. What? Yes, the town of Elora, home to the Elora Gorge, and only one hour's drive from Toronto, is teeming with art, culture and fashion-forward flair. Premiere among these chic shopping sites is Pod on Metcalfe Street, a treasure trove of environmentally-friendly, recycled and Canadian-made clothing, accessories and housewares.

Canadiana: get some Yoga Jeans, so-called because they stretch in every direction and still retain their shape. Or Lole athletic and mix-and-match swim wear. Share the love and the clothing with Shared organic cotton tees, sold in a set of two with half the proceeds going to charity! All made in Canada.

Price points are accessible and you get an additional 10% off just by telling the cashier you are a Pod Family Member. You won't be able to drag yourself out of here and once you do, you'll be back again and again.