be was a good dresser. He had a classic chic, with suits of clean lines and his signature top hat. Aside from Abe and the Monopoly Man, who else can pull off a top hat on a daily basis? No one. Sure, Abe was a tall drink of water and that's always conducive to sartorial glory, but he cared about details; he didn't just strap on mall gear. Most people forget about Mary's style. She got overshadowed by Mr. tall, dark, and bearded, but she held her own. Sure, you're thinking bonnets and doily dresses, but those were the power suits of the mid 19th Century.

Inspired by divided America's first couple, Abe & Mary provides anti-mall wear for the fashion conscious, offering myriad labels from Marc Jacobs and Juicy to Free City and Christopher Deane and beyond. Tired of shopping? Get a strong hit of caffeine and reenter the fray. Like a small department store, A&M compartmentalizes its wares/wears for your convenience; if you're focused on main-event wear, feel free to skip the kicks or accessories. Once you've scored the ideal high-end outfit, take it out on the town. Just don't go to the theatre. -S.T.


4175 Jean Talon Street West
Montreal, QC
514-789-6279