The WANT Apothecary

Loosely inspired by the atmosphere of a 19th-century pharmacy, this concept shop presents a unique opportunity for customers to discover a trusted resource for their style and beauty needs. The shop is carefully curated by Byron and Dexter Peart, designers of the leather-goods brand WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie. Appropriately, the shop embraces the same design ethos as the celebrated accessories brand: timelessness, quality and a modern interpretation of the past. Situated on the western slopes of Mont Royal, The WANT Apothecary is nestled among boutiques, fine grocers, florists and cafés on charming Sherbrooke Street West. The Peart twins were drawn to this location by the unique heritage of Montreal’s Westmount residential neighbourhood. This multicultural community shares an ever-present enthusiasm for the rich heritage and tradition espoused by WANT. The WANT Apothecary stocks a selection of narrowly distributed yet highly desired international fashion brands, including Acne, Nudie Jeans, Arc’teryx Veilance, Maison Kitsuné and, naturally, WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie. A carefully edited array of beauty and body-care products including Aesop and Astier de Villatte will round out this selective offering. Created together with interior designer Maria Rosa di Ioia, the shop features aged herringbone floors, custom-designed dark oak tables and Roll & Hill smoked bulb chandeliers. Natural and classic materials such as American walnut, Bianco Carrara marble and brushed copper lend a sense of tradition and warmth to the environment. Patrons will enjoy unparalleled personalized service and be encouraged to confidently pamper themselves with smart fashions, beauty products and homewares that fulfill their daily wants and needs.