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Your Concordia gift guide: 8 holiday-fabulous stores powered by alumni

Shop for gifts and support your fellow grads
December 5, 2019
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By Molly Hamilton


From cosmetics and fashion to urban agriculture and pet treats, the Concordia alumni community is full of creative entrepreneurs who have achieved success in a variety of businesses.

We’ve rounded up some of our favourites for your holiday gift-buying consideration.

Also — write and tell us at magazine@concordia.ca if you know a great alumni-powered shop or product!

1. Main and Local, co-founded by David Prince, BComm 04

For connoisseurs of kitsch:

Canadiana-inspired holiday ornaments, from ketchup chips and poutine to Montreal bagels and smoked meat (from $12.99).

Moose Knuckles

2. Moose Knuckles, co-founded by Ayal Twik, BComm 99

For the person who needs a warm and trendy winter jacket:

The Paddockwood Parka ($995).

Sabrina's Closet

3. Sabrina’s Closet, founded by Sabrina Grassi, BComm 14

For the fashion-forward eco-conscious footwear lover:

Pre-loved Christian Louboutin embellished pointed-toe pumps ($565).

Wise Men’s Care

4.  Wise Men’s Care, co-founded by Abraham Gusman, BComm 11, and Andre Barsalou, GrDip 11

For the man who loves to groom:

The intro bundle from Wise ($44) comes with birch bark shampoo, sea kelp soap and a neem wood comb.

MUA MOI Cosmetics

5. MUA MOI Cosmetics, founded by Melissa Ackad, BComm 06

For the person who can never find the perfect shade of lipstick:

With a gift card from MUA MOI Cosmetics (from $25), you can customize your very own lipstick or lip gloss.

Bierbrier

6. Bierbrier Brewery, founded by Charles Bierbrier, MBA 03

For the craft beer fan:

Bierbrier swag (caps, tees and totes, from $28) and products (available at local dépanneurs).

Microhabitat

7. Microhabitat, co-founded by Orlane Panet-Gigon, current student

For the gardener:

With the summer garden kit from Microhabitat, you can enjoy home-grown vegetables and herbs all summer long. The package includes the installation of a Microhabitat garden and regular maintenance from June to October.

Woof Pack

8. Woof Pack, co-founded by Francis Dagher​ and Hani Auran, both BEng 14

For the dog lover:

This subscription service for pups delivers natural treats, fun toys, delicious chews and cool accessories to your door every month ($48 for one month).



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