Mi Golondrina’s breezy tops and dresses are hand-embroidered by artisans in Mexico, making them the perfect Cinco de Mayo purchase. Read our interview with founder Cristina Lynch here.

From dresses, blankets and décor, Leos Imports, 25 W. Twohig Ave., is filled with beautiful and colorful items.

One of my favourites was a black spaghetti strap dress with an embroidered belt and a bolero jacket but it was more Latino than Mexican. I finally decided on this dress as it combines both Matthew ...