The next time you go on a shopping trip to the Eaton Centre, there may be a new store to add to your rotation! WINNERS, Canada’s largest off-price retailer, has announced that the grand opening of its new store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre will be on August 27th, 2024.
In a location formally occupied by Old Navy, the new WINNERS store offers over 18,613 square feet of designer and brand-name apparel, footwear, and accessories–at unbeatable prices!
“We’re very excited to bring all the fabulous WINNERS finds to CF Eaton Centre – North America’s busiest mall – and help more Torontonians have their winning moments,” shares Natalie Zaremba, WINNERS spokesperson. “Our newest store features a unique urban design, modern jewellery counter, an expanded beauty department, and an upgraded mall storefront with convenient access to Dundas Station.”
The grand opening ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. on August 27th, when its doors will officially be open to the public! Regular store hours will be Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
We can’t wait to check out the new WINNERS location!
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Going to a Winners or Marshalls store is like a treasure hunt. You never know what you may find, and the makeup section is no exception! You’ll likely find a mix of high-end products locked in a box – to makeup that looks to have already been touched and put on additional clearance (we recommend leaving those specific products behind). If you look close enough, you may just find some great holy grail makeup products at a steal while browsing the Winners/Marshalls’ beauty section.
Here are some of the top makeup finds we found at Marshalls!
MAC Fix Plus
MAC’s Fix Plus is a staple product in so many people’s makeup collections! So it was a little surprising to see it sitting on the shelf at Marshalls. But we definitely aren’t complaining. It usually retails for $39 and Marshalls was selling it for just $24.99 – and had plenty stocked.
MAC Powder Kiss Lipstick
Speaking of MAC, there was actually a decent amount of the brand’s products to go around. Including this lipstick in the shade Mandarin for only $12.99, compared to its normal price of $31 at Sephora. It’s such a perfect colour for summer too!
Sephora Playlist Eyeshadow Palettes
Next, we came across a couple of eyeshadow palettes from Sephora Collection. Sephora Playlist; Heartland Hero and Disco Diva. At Sephora, the palettes retail for $20 each, and Marshalls had them for half of that price!
Revlon Colorstay Moisture Stain
Although Revlon is a drugstore brand, you can usually still score at least a couple of dollars off while shopping its products at TJX. We were loving this shade of its Colorstay Moisture Stain (015).
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Powder
Another product we were surprised to see on the makeup shelf was Huda Beauty’s Easy Bake Powder! Is this product not currently viral?! In true Winners/Marshalls’ fashion though, it only had the one shade. But hey! A win is a win.
Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer
If you’re a fan of the Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer, check out your local Winners or Marshalls! There was plenty of its Dark Chocolate shade to go around at the one we visited.
Clinique All About Shadow
If you’ve never tried Clinique’s eyeshadows they’re totally worth a try! Especially if you can find them for a steal like we did. The quad version of Clinique’s All About Shadow retails for $47 usually, and it was on sale for $16.99!
Jaclyn Cosmetics
Lastly, we came across some Jaclyn Cosmetics products. We aren’t going to lie – we’ve yet to try out any of Jaclyn’s products yet, but if you were wondering how they perform, what better way to test it out than grabbing at Winners/Marhalls!?
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With over 240 locations across Canada, WINNERS is one of the leading off-price fashion retailers in the country. Canadians can’t resist the off-price retailers’ designer fashions, home goods, and accessories at 20-60% off daily. Plus, its stores and product offerings can vary significantly based on a number of factors including location, store size, and proximity to other WINNERS, Marshalls, and/or HomeSense stores.
Here’s our line-up of the best WINNERS locations in Toronto and the GTA.
Mavis and Matheson (650 Matheson Blvd. West)
Located at Heartland Town Centre, this WINNERS location boasts an impressive runway and contemporary section, full of amazing designer deals at a discount. Not to mention, a large selection of menswear, homewares, bags, footwear, and more.
Mavis and Britannia (765 Britannia Rd.)
This WINNERS is the second Heartland Town Centre location at Mavis and Britannia. Standing at a whopping 28,000-square-feet. It features an expanded beauty and activewear section, a well-stocked contemporary section, and much more. And the best part yet is that it’s just a stone’s throw away from the WINNERS at Mavis and Matheson, making the area a deal hunter’s dream!
Yorkville (110 Bloor St. West)
This discount haven is discreetly hidden amongst the high-end designers along Toronto’s Mink Mile. This WINNERS and HomeSense combo in Yorkville should not be missed. Spanning two floors, the WINNERS’ side offers massive footwear and accessories departments including a sparkly jewellery counter fully stocked with some major designer brands. Look out for a well-organized beauty department including a wall of clearance as well.
Bathurst and Lawrence (3090 Bathurst St.)
The brands at the Bathurst and Lawrence WINNERS location are truly unbelievable. While most Winners stores now carry a contemporary department featuring premium, high-end designers, this WINNERS location carries endless brand names across all departments. We spotted designer steals in the men’s department, women’s department, and footwear department. Look out for an expansive home décor section with beautifully curated seasonal displays at the end of each aisle.
College Park (444 Yonge Street)
The WINNERS location at College Park is hard to compete with in terms of selection and size. This store is huge and while it can get messy quickly due to the large volumes of shoppers, the merchandise makes up for it. We found a covetable travel section at this location. If you spot an incredible deal at this College Park Winners location, don’t think about it — buy it right away before someone else does.
Yonge and Front (35-45 Front St. East)
Just steps from St. Lawrence Market, the WINNERS location on Front east of Yonge Street boasts an elegant exterior, friendly staff, and a warm and inviting store environment. While this location isn’t the largest, it’s easy to shop and not at all overwhelming. We enjoyed the massive footwear department and well-organized pet section. Also worth checking out are the sizeable men’s department and well-lit beauty department.
Liberty Village (1100 King St. West)
Toronto’s newest WINNERS location is seriously impressive, and it definitely needs to be on your WINNERS hit list. Not only is it located in a great neighbourhood, but it’s also filled with everything from the latest in fashion, accessories, and footwear, to beauty, homewares, activewear, and much more. You’ll be sure to find something fabulous for less!
Oakville (2460 Winston Churchill Blvd)
Recently, GUCCI and Balmain jewellery was spotted at this Oakville WINNERS location! This spot is well-stocked with great brand names for less in jewellery, footwear, beauty, accessories, and even decor! It’s definitely worth visiting, and who knows, you may even score some premium designer goodies while you’re there.
Yongue and Eglinton (2290 Yonge St.)
This WINNERS is great if you’re looking for trendy womenswear, they carry tons of fashion-forward pieces, at a fraction of what they would normally cost. Apparently they don’t have a men’s or children section though, so this one is strictly for those of you who are looking for some chic finds in the women’s section.
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Makeup can get quite pricey, especially if you’re loyal to designer makeup brands. The good news is that there are actually a handful of discount beauty websites to shop at that your wallet will thank you for. Plus, even some beloved stores have an awesome sale section for designer finds! Not only do these shops help you hunt down the best high-end makeup deals, but some of them also help you save on all your favourite drugstore beauty products.
Here are places to purchase designer makeup.
Winners & Marshalls
Winners and Marshalls are mainly recognized for having incredible deals on designer clothes, handbags, and home decor. And while all that is good, they also have a beauty section with some worthwhile deals. Their selection is limited at times, but they carry designer makeup and skincare products for 60% off the original price, and professional hair tools for under $40.
Rue La La
Like HauteLook, Rue La La’s sales are an ever-changing, moving target. But when you manage to spot a deal on your favourite designer product, it’s always a big one. For example, instead of paying $70 for a Laura Mercier palette, you’d get it for $18. This site also ships worldwide, so no matter where you are, you can take advantage of these amazing discounted prices.
Beauty Encounter
Beauty Encounter is great for a number of reasons, but their best feature is likely that they carry high-end and drugstore products at a discounted price, all under one virtual roof. So, instead of having to pick up that reliable Cover Girl mascara you’ve been using for years, and that Christian Dior foundation at two different stores, you can order them both from the same place, and both will be on sale.
BuyMeBeauty
BuyMeBeauty has all the beauty cult-favourites, at majorly discounted prices, and if that wasn’t already enough, their shipping is only $5. Sometimes we fill our online shopping carts and then realize that the shipping cost is through the roof, so we ditch our entire order. But Buy Me Beauty makes sure that you can put the better part of your budget towards products instead of delivery.
Glambot
Glambot is particularly interesting because it is the consignment of beauty products. Most people think that buying gently used items is limited to consignment clothing stores, but Glambot has broken all the rules. Here, you can find gently used designer makeup products for a fraction of the original price. You also have the option of selling any products you may have to linger around that you haven’t really used, for cash that you can put towards other items.
Saks Off 5th
The American discounted department store chain was founded in 1990, and is a subsidiary of the luxury department store chain Saks Fifth Avenue. Shop designer makeup brands like Chanel, Gucci, Dior, and more for up to 70% off.
Image Beauty
Image Beauty is great for a lot more than just makeup. Here you can find hair care products, hair tools, fragrances, skincare products, bath & body products, and of course, makeup — all for a great deal. Like Beauty Encounter, they carry high-end and drugstore products, and shipping is free on orders over $55.
Sephora
The beauty giant, Sephora, carries makeup, skincare, haircare, various fragrances, and more. The sale section is full of designer beauty finds at awesome discounts. Stock up on a whole new makeup collection here!
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Attention shoppers, good news is coming your way! HomeSense, Winners, and Marshalls have all opened their storefront doors in select Ontario locations.
Due to the changing restrictions, 27 regions have officially moved into Ontario’s colour zones this week.
This means that customers can visit the discount shops once again to score the awesome deals that we all know and love.
Cities that have opened its HomeSense, Winners, and Marshalls locations are Guelph, Hamilton, Niagara, Windsor, Ottawa, London, and Stratford—to name a few.
In some locations, the company is offering a virtual lineup open where shoppers scan a code to get notified when it’s their turn to browse the racks. How convenient is that?
There are still many safety rules in place and only a limited number of customers are allowed inside at once.
If you fall under the 27 regions, check out your closest store to get shopping, but be sure to abide by all safety precautions and social distancing rules!
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For pretty much my entire life, my mom and I would always stop off at WINNERS to go shopping. As we would bury ourselves in the racks, her in the home decor and me in the juniors section, our shopping cart would fill up. For many, WINNERS has become the go-to place for brand name clothing at incredible prices.
But something has changed, or rather perhaps it is my awareness of the issue. Previously when I used to go shopping with my mom, I’d attempt with all my might to fit into clothes that didn’t fit me, in the hopes that I too could have brand name clothes. But now as an older, self-identified plus-size woman who has a passion for fashion and self-awareness of her clothing size, I had to wonder if WINNERS was still a place I could shop with ease.
As I went plus-size shopping at WINNERS, I decided to check out the following stores…
College Park Winners
According to BlogTO, this is one of the best WINNERS in Toronto and to be honest, they are not wrong. The selection in this plus size section was pretty vast, albeit the style was fairly dated. What do I mean by that exactly? Shirts with lace and trim and beading. Jeans that had either a sprinkling of sequins or various grommets. And do not even get me started on the uneven hemlines, that are meant to “hide” certain aspects of your body. But I dug through the racks and pulled out a handful of items worth trying on.
Yellow sweater (wool or cashmere), $29.99
I really loved this sweater, but the fabric was so itchy. I loved the high-low hemline around the waist and the droopy arms. It would be such a comfy sweater for the winter, but I honestly don’t think I could deal with the fabric.
Military green jeggings, $24.99
Finding pants that fit and then don’t stretch out is the eternal struggle. While I love coloured jeans/jeggings and these did indeed fit perfectly (pictured paired with the yellow sweater), they bunched in the crotch. It created a weird camel toe almost, which meant the pants had too much stretch. You’d be replacing those in a few months and cursing their existence. Take this from someone who has been there and pulled up way too many pants falling down her butt in the middle of the street.
Navy blue floral Junarose dress, $29.99
Okay, real talk? I was low-key obsessed with this dress. It fit perfectly, was made from a cotton/poly blend fabric so it was breathable and was absolutely beautiful. No complaints about this dress other than I don’t know why I didn’t buy it. Really kicking myself here.
Pink patterned dress shirt with zipper detailing, $24.99 and Rebel Wilson denim (size 20), $24.99
I decided to try these two items together, and I have feelings. First and foremost, this dress shirt is something I likely would have worn a few years ago. The fit was actually totally fine, except the arms felt longer than necessary. But the jeans from Rebel Wilson were just a mess. They had this little detailing on the pocket, which I didn’t notice when I picked them up. Immediately, I was enraged. It was unnecessary and just awful. Plus, the pants gave me camel toe. These pants were everything that is wrong with plus size fashion. No wonder they are on sale from $128 to $24.99.
Navy floral dress with purple flowers and cinched waist, $59.99
I saw this on the rack and was immediately obsessed. It has a similar vibe/feel to the Junarose dress I tried on earlier, but this had more of an empire waist. Anyways, the thing that made me hate it immediately? There was a slip underneath the dress which had to go on first, and then the dress had to go on over top. Beautiful dress, but I put the dress on backward at first because I’m a human woman who doesn’t know how to dress themself. Can you imagine doing this every day? No thanks.
Yonge and Dundas Winners
According to BlogTO, this is one of the worst Winners in Toronto and once again, they were not wrong. I walked in and looked around attempting to find the plus-size section, and well: It just didn’t exist. I went up to a sales assistant as I saw some plus sizes mixed into the regular sizes and asked if there was a specific section. She told me no, and mentioned what was on the racks was just what they had.
Well, alright then. What I can say is this: the changeroom lighting at the Yonge and Dundas store was considerably better, so points for that?
Blue and Grey oversized blazer, $39.99
I actually really liked this and thought it fit well. I checked the label, and it was a cotton and polyester blend. I know that those have a tendency to pill the most, so I was uncertain of how it would withstand the test of time. But it was super cute on and fit well — this was a great plus-size shopping at WINNERS find.
Floral shirt in yellow and pink, $24.99 and Rebel Wilson denim in black (skinny fit, size 20), $24.99
So this outfit is everything that is wrong with plus-size fashion. A shirt with competitive patterns and an uneven hemline, with a tail in the back to cover your butt. A pair of jeans that actually fit, but then you look at the bottom and there are all these unnecessary detailings that go half-way up the leg. WHY!?!
Yellow knitted sweater, $29.99
I loved this knitted sweater so much and it was comfortable and not itchy. Honestly, I could imagine this being one of my go-to sweaters for winter. I loved the button detailing on the side that you could undo to reveal a shirt.
So what’s my verdict for plus-size shopping at WINNERS?
Well, it’s clear you can go shopping at WINNERS but akin to Value Village, it’s about the hunt. WINNERS will acquire overstock or items from brands or labels that are off-season or never succeeded for them. The taste in plus-size is questionable, at best. Right now (in my opinion) the plus-size sections seem to skew older, rather than younger. While WINNERS really prides itself on being a store for brand names, the only two labels I recognized while shopping in the plus section were Junarose and Rebel Wilson, which is great, but I went to two different stores. We need more than two recognizable brand names in those sections considering the straight size sections have so many recognizable brands. If you have the time to spend, check it out. But to be honest, Winners is hit and miss considering I only loved three out of the ten things I tried on.
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As we ease into the new normal during the global pandemic, many of the things we used to do are looking a lot different. In retail, we’ve seen a shift in online shopping and many retailers have announced the closures of physical locations.
The stores that have reopened have new protocols in place to ensure the safety of employees and shoppers. Among some of the changes, there are more lineups, markers for social distancing, limits in-stores, and a lot of cleaning. It’s just the price we have to pay for the shopping experience we’ve missed over the past few months. But one thing we’ve been particularly interested in is how retailers are now handling store returns and exchanges.
Here is How 4 different retailers are approaching the in-store return and exchange process since stores have reopened.
Aldo Shoes
For purchases made online between February 1, 2020 and May 1, 2020, the return period has been extended to July 1. Items that are returned will be put into a 24-hour quarantine. Afterward, the items will be sanitized and put back into inventory. As per usual, items such as earrings, jewellery, and insoles are final sale.
WINNERS, Marshalls, and HomeSense
Like Aldo Shoes, all three TJX brands — WINNERS, Marshalls, and HomeSense — will be setting aside return merchandise for 24-hours, unless otherwise mandated by a province, before making it available for customers to purchase.
H&M
In a statement to Narcity, H&M said that returns will be isolated for 24-hours before it’s placed back onto the sales floor for purchase. In addition, H&M has extended its store return policy for online purchases from 30 days to 90 days, and in-store sale items, which were originally final sale, are now eligible for exchanges.
Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is taking a four-part approach to reopening its Canadian locations, which includes new protocols for how returns are handled. During this time, Saks is putting its returns in isolation for a period of 48-hours. The luxury retailer is also offering curbside returns and a dedicated sales desk on the stores’ main floors.
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Calling all TJX fans! The moment you’ve been waiting for is just around the corner.
While stores across Canada have been closed due to the global health crisis, retailers across the country have slowly been reopening in accordance with government regulations.
WINNERS, Marshalls, and HomeSense are among the retailers who have started to reopen to the public.
Currently, TJX has reopened stores in Alberta, PEI, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, and Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Quebec are next on the list. According to the retailer’s websites, stores across these three provinces are slated to reopen on Wednesday, May 27.
As to what that will look like at WINNERS, Marshalls, and HomeSense, here’s what we know:
- Stores will be reopening with limited hours. Check your local WINNERS, Marshalls, or HomeSense to find the exact operating hours.
- A limited number of shoppers will be allowed in-store at a time. In-store, shoppers can expect social distancing markers in queue lines.
- All store associates will be provided with personal protective equipment. In addition, there will be new protective shields at all cash desks and shoppers are encouraged to wear masks in-store, too.
- New cleaning regimens have been put in place. High-touch surfaces in TJX stores will be disinfected more regularly. There will be hand sanitizer around the stores for customers.
- The return policy has been updated. If you made a purchase between February 18 and March 18, 2020, you have up to 30 days after your local store opens to return or exchange the item. For new purchases, TJX’s standard return policy applies and there are new processes in place for store associates handling these items.
To find the nearest WINNERS, Marshalls, or HomeSense reopening near you, head to the tjxcanada.com.
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While non-essential businesses remain closed across Canada, many retailers and restaurants have been pivoting strategies to adjust to the new normal. For some businesses, this has meant offering alcohol sales, building online stores, or offering free shipping to entice shoppers. And for others, it means focusing on what happens when stores are allowed to reopen.
Ernie Herrman, the President Of TJX Companies Inc., recently released a statement about what shopping will look like post-pandemic.
TJX is the company behind WINNERS, Marshalls, and HomeSense, and its locations and warehouses across nine countries have remained closed since the mandatory government shutdowns. But the TJX team hasn’t been sitting idle — they’ve been thinking about what the shopping experience at stores will look like once reopened.
“No matter where people live in the world, we want our associates and customers to feel confident when they come back to work or shop in our stores,” Herrman said in a letter. Noting that the team has been highly focused on how to operate more safely in the future.
For team members, this includes newly established health protocols, providing personal protective equipment, and implementing social distancing practices. For shoppers, Plexiglas partitions will be installed near cashiers and social distancing markers in queue lines. Shoppers can also expect new processes for handling merchandise returns and enhanced cleaning regiments. As the TJX team returns to distribution centres, there will be new safety protocols to protect the workers’ health as well.
When WINNERS, Marshalls, and HomeSense will reopen is still unknown.
But we can be sure that when they do open, WINNERS, Marshalls, and HomeSense will be prioritizing the health of its staff and customers. If you’ve been missing these stores, be sure to keep your eye on the TJX website for store updates.
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The holidays are supposed to be filled with cheer, family, and friends, but oftentimes, the task of finding the perfect gifts for everyone on your list can make things stressful. Shopping doesn’t have to be anxiety-inducing, though. In fact, it can be pretty darn easy, even if you hate shopping — you just have to know where to shop.
Case-in-point: Heartland Town Centre.
There are two WINNERS stores, a HomeSense, and a Marshalls all within five minutes of each other — and all with plenty of parking. So, if you’re looking to knock out your holiday shopping all in one go, look no further than these four stores.
From presents that’ll suit anyone of any age or interest, to wrapping paper and gift cards, and even treats for your holiday parties, shopping at the Heartland Town Centre WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls is a no-brainer. With so many unique items to choose from at such great prices, you can’t wait when you find something great because the next day it might be gone! It’s like a treasure hunt at each store – and that’s the magic of it all!
In case you need more proof that these stores will make holiday shopping easier, here are 16 gift ideas that we found at WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls at Heartland Town Centre:
Matching Pajamas for the Whole Family
Is there anything cuter than a family that matches? We don’t think so! Take #FamilyGoals to the next level with matching holiday pajamas. At the WINNERS at Mavis and Matheson, we found sets made for matching, but you can get creative and browse through the racks for different colour schemes and styles. The sleepwear selections at the Heartland Town Centre WINNERS and Marshalls can’t be beat, and if you can’t find what you’re looking for at one store, you’re sure to find it at the next.
Cozy Sweaters
Baby, it’s cold outside! And the perfect way to stay warm over the winter is with a big, cozy sweater. Both WINNERS stores and the Marshalls at Heartland Town Centre have a stellar selection of cozy sweaters from top name brands your giftee is sure to love, at prices you (and your wallet) will love, too.
Pro tip: Hit up all three brands and visit often — new items are always arriving, so you never know what gems you’ll be able to find.
Throw Blankets
Know someone who’s on #TeamCozy? A throw blanket is the perfect gift because you can never have too many. Of the four stores that we visited, HomeSense definitely had the largest selection. From fuzzy textures and classic tartans, to perfectly packed cable knit throws, your giftee will love snuggling up with whatever you choose.
Bags and Accessories
Bags and accessories are a great gift to give someone who already has great style. Small items like wallets, gloves, hats, and scarves make the perfect stocking stuffers, and WINNERS and Marshalls have a huge selection to browse for both men and women.
Pro tip: WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls all offer the option to choose a gift receipt with your purchase, which is a great way to ensure your giftee ends up with something they love. Make sure to grab one as you check out. That way, they can get a store credit or exchange their gift if it’s not quite their style.
Games
Games are the gift that keeps on giving, and every time your giftee plays, they’ll think of you! At HomeSense, we spotted some awesome game sets that’ll add just the right amount of fun to anyone on your shopping list’s life. For board game aficionados, keep an eye out for classic games that double as home decor, or spoil your loved ones with trivia, memory, or guessing games — the options are endless!
Toys, galore!
Nothing makes you want to be a kid again more than browsing the toy aisles at WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls. All four of the stores at Heartland Town Centre have a great selection of cool kids’ gift ideas; we’re talking giant stuffed animals, child-sized cars, child-sized kitchens, trucks, dolls, and more. The hard part about shopping for your kiddos at WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls won’t be finding the perfect gift — it’ll be stopping at just one!
Ready-Made Gift Baskets
Nobody said gifting was easy — in fact, it’s probably one of the harder things to do. But WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls make things a little less stressful with their selection of beautiful gift baskets. You can find full sections of each store dedicated to these baskets, which come in different price ranges and sizes, and are filled to the brim with the best holiday goodies — think chocolates, cookies, mugs, and more. Because they’re so easy to grab and go, we suggest ditching the wine and making this your go-to host/hostess gift instead.
Holy Grail Beauty Products
If you’re looking for a store with the widest selection of top beauty products, we suggest checking out the new WINNERS at Mavis and Britannia, which features an expanded beauty section. Whatever you choose to pick up — whether it’s a palette, lip gloss set, skincare, or haircare — it’s sure to make your beauty-lover swoon. The best part? You can score brand names that impress for a fraction of the regular retail price.
Beauty Tools
While you’re in the beauty section, be sure to check out all of the beauty tools that WINNERS and Marshalls have in store. These bigger-ticket items are super affordable and well worth the purchase, especially if someone on your list is truly beauty-obsessed. We found vanity mirrors, beauty cases, and even the “it” item of 2019: the coveted beauty fridge. On top of that, curling irons, hair straighteners, and blow dryers are great choices, too. The selection is amazing – you’ll be sure to find every type of curling wand or iron, hair dryer, or hair straightener you can imagine!
Watches
A classic timepiece is a wardrobe staple, so if you’re looking to pick one up for someone on your list, WINNERS is a great place to start (and end) the hunt. Stop by the jewelry section at either WINNERS store at Heartland Town Centre to find perfectly packed designer watches in a variety of styles, all at incredible prices.
Luxury Eats and Sweets
While you’re making your rounds, don’t forget to check out the food aisles. This is the best section for foodies, Secret Santa, and White Elephant gifts because everyone loves to eat. From giant jars of cookies and candy sets, to truffle oils and hot sauce samplers, we’d be surprised if you walked out empty-handed.
Serve and Cookware
Another great gift for foodies? Serve and cookware! WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls all have an amazing selection of brand name items — even the best of the best is affordable at these stores. Know a foodie or an at-home chef? A great platter or baking dish is the way to their heart. Gift one of these and you can definitely expect some delicious treats to make their way back as a thank you!
Stocking Stuffers
Is it just us or are stocking stuffers the funnest things to shop for? The WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls at Heartland Town Centre make it particularly easy to fill up stockings with affordable giftables. You’ll find items like holiday-themed socks, pens, games, desk calendars, notebooks, teas, candy, mugs, water bottles, and so much more. While you can find great stocking stuffers in every corner of the store, the checkout aisle is the jackpot.
Pro tip: Don’t forget to pick up your holiday gift bags, wrapping paper, and cards in this same aisle!
Bar accessories
Nothing pairs better with the holidays than a fun cocktail! All four stores we visited at Heartland Town Centre had an impressive assortment of bar accessories, but we particularly loved the selection that HomeSense boasted. Mixer and glass sets are the perfect addition to a bar aficionado’s collection, but you’ll also find cute wine tumblers and flasks that make great bar cart accessories!
Headphones and Other Tech Gadgets
You don’t have to spend a fortune to find a great pair of headphones — we found tons at all four stores. There were lots of different styles to choose from, so you’ll be able to find a pair that suits your giftee’s needs. But the tech gadgets and accessories don’t stop there — at WINNERS and Marshalls, we saw a huge variety of speakers, phone cases, and even a karaoke machine!
Candles and Diffusers
Last but not least are candles and diffusers. The wellness fanatic or decor enthusiast on your list is sure to appreciate the new, soothing scents you bring into their lives. However, if a diffuser is something your giftee already has in their home, just like throw blankets, we’re big believers that you can never have too many candles!
And if all else fails…gift cards!
Let’s be real: nobody’s ever gotten mad about receiving a gift card. And the best part about receiving a gift card from WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls is that it can be redeemed at any of the stores all across Canada. If you’re in a bind, a gift card is the quickest way to guarantee your giftee will get something that they love — and isn’t that the greatest gift of all?
Also, if you’re a registered STYLE+ member, don’t forget to enter your receipts online before December 27 for a chance to win your gifts!
Like what you see? Visit all four stores at the addresses below!
WINNERS Mavis & Matheson
650 Matheson Blvd. W
Mississauga, ON L5R 3T2
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WINNERS Mavis & Britannia
765 Britannia Road
Mississauga, ON L5V 2Y1
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Marshalls
905 Britannia Road
Mississauga, ON L5V 2X8
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HomeSense
5935 Mavis Road
Mississauga, ON L5R 3T7
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