Why Vogue Named West Queen West One of the World's Coolest Neighbourhoods

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Explore One of the World’s Most Stylish and Artistic Communities

How do you define cool? Is it style and fashion? Or is it history and vibe? Whatever it is, when something is cool, you know it. You can feel it in your bones, that desire to exemplify whoever or whatever has that “it” factor. In Toronto, that “it” factor is embodied by the ultra-hip west queen west neighborhood. In fact, vogue named west queen west, with its art, fashion, and local style, one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world. Here are just a few reasons why:
 

Graffiti Alley

Graffiti and street art have always been hallmarks of urban cool—from local artists and taggers to renowned artists like Banksy. What makes Toronto’s graffiti alley so impressive is that, unlike other parts of the world, graffiti here is completely legal. This allows artists to work with more freedom, and creativity, and without the fear of punishment, which has led to the production of some stunning, uber-cool street art.
 

Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto Canada

The Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto Canada (MOCA) is a groundbreaking modern art museum that focuses on creating relevant spaces that reflect the world around us. MOCA focuses on bringing art, artists, and visitors together to explore and experience inspiring works of art.
 

Sleep in a Work of Art

West Queen West is home to some of the world’s most unique “art” hotels. Hotels such as the Gladstone and the Drake allow artists to redesign their rooms, creating unique, one-of-a-kind spaces. Food and drink offers at these hotels are also artistically inspired and crafted, and the events and installations hosted within their halls are mind-blowing. No wonder this Toronto neighbourhood is one of the coolest in the world.
 

Local Vibe

One thing that sets West Queen West apart from other neighborhoods around the world is its focus on local Toronto art and culture. By fostering Toronto-based artists and tastemakers, West Queen West is full of local brands and boutiques and an inspired diy vibe.

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