‘Tails’ by Iggy Joey

WORDS BY IGGY JOEY, PHOTOS BY RICHIE DOS SANTOS

‘Tails’ of the Best Spots in Queen West

Well hello there darlings – it’s your local Fashion Icon and Lifestyle Enthusiast Iggy Joey! You may recognize me from social media, television, or even your most fashionable dreams. Either way, I’m thrilled to be here sharing some of my favourite spots on my favourite street!

As a busy working dog model, I often frequent Queen Street West. More often than not it’s for a photoshoot – it’s no secret the area is filled with incredible graffiti and murals. Honestly everywhere you look is an Insta background! I just adore such hidden gems as the stages on Denison Ave!

Perhaps you’ll remember me from my appearance on Much Music (299 Queen St West) - wait, is it okay to call it that, or does it have to be Bell Media? Anyway, a lesser known fact about yours truly is that both my first television appearance and my human’s first job in Toronto were right here! I have been on The Marilyn Dennis Show, Your Morning, and CP24 Breakfast which are all filmed on Queen Street West. Or maybe you’ll recognize me from a shopping trip! One of my favourite things to do on Queen Street West is shopping for fabric and accessories! Affordable Textiles (529-531 Queen St West) is my go-to. They have so many colourful fabrics! Whether I need something specific for an outfit or just some inspiration I can always count on them.

Finally, I could never strut past Petview (322 Queen Street West) without a visit. The treats there are delicious and plentiful, plus they have all the essentials any pup needs. Bonus points for the latest in doggy fashion.

If I’m going to be “seen” anywhere in Toronto, I’m going to be “seen on Queen West.” There are so many stores that give out doggie treats, and in my personal opinion it’s a very stylish neighbourhood. If you see me this summer, please say hello!

Iggy Joey xoxo

p.s. Shout outs out to my besties Hazel, Horton, and Anna!

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