I had a really fun time shopping here!…read more I was in Parksville for a conference at Tigh-Na-Mara. We had just driven in from a few days in Tofino, and I realized I hadn't really packed anything too appropriate for a conference with my coworkers and colleagues. Oops. Emergency dress shopping time! Sometimes, I am afraid to step foot into adorable boutiques, because I am borderline plus-size and often feel like I'm being judged a la Pretty Woman in this type of shop. This was a refreshing experience! The owner helped me pick out lots of adorable things to try on, most of them fit, and I ended up with two fabulous dresses that are now wardrobe regulars, as well as the most comfortable pair of bamboo leggings I could have ever imagined. I strongly considered going back after the conference to buy them in different colors and lengths. I had to hold myself back from all the gorgeous accessories and jewelery on offer, but it did make me a little sad. This boutique would be right at home in Victoria - the fact that I found it up in unassuming little Parksville with an amazing owner with a flair for stocking fabulous things just puts it right over the top for me.

Went in to buy a few things for my wife. Place was great and staff were super helpful. Recommend…read moreand will be back

Such a cool place, full of trendy items like hats, dresses, funny socks, and accessories. Friendly…read morestaff.

Funky Fashions for Fabulous Females from around the world in beautiful downtown Nanaimo. - Numph,…read moreMotel Rocks, Coupe, Dereon, !iT jeans, Foxy, Traffic People, Lipsy, Evil Twin, Mink Pink, Papillon. Vancouver needs a consignment store like this that is geared more toward the edgy alternative person.The clothes were in awesome condition. There was a cute goth girl when I walked in whom wanted my opinion and a cute pair of Hell Bunny pants. People working there are super awesome.

There are lots of beautiful clothes in this store however the sales pressure is so high, I am not…read moregoing to shop there again. I told one of the sales women (I think she was the manager) over and over that I didn't want to try on a certain item, yet she brought the item to my dressing room and hung it on my dressing room rack anyway (are you kidding me?!). I eventually bought an item that was too snug for me and took it home, only to have to return it after I came to my senses. Now I have a store credit I have to use (no refunds) so I will have to go back, if only to use up the cost of my folly listening to someone who was only interested in selling me something, not whether or not it looked good on me. Thank goodness for one of the other sales consultants who ran interference with the manager, so I didn't have to tell her over and over - No, thank you. Once should have been enough. I have heard the same thing from other women who have shopped there.

This boutique has AMAZING formal gowns. I got the most perfect dress for prom there.....it was a…read moreshow stopper. A year after grad, I still get compliments on it! When I received the dress I wasn't happy with the way it looked, and the store staff were more than happy to order a new one for me. They really made my day that much more special with all their help. I would not hesitate to shop at Damsels!

OMG this is a cute shop. I love how it is well organized. The owner is super sweet and they had…read moresome stretchy skinny jeans in my size at $110 regular price = awesome steal.

From the owner: What originally started out as a swimwear boutique has transformed itself into a favourite spot for…read morefinding dresses, denim, basics, and accessories at prices that don't break the bank.

Not the best Bay I've been too. Selection wasn't the best and the layout of the store was hard to…read morefigure out where anything was. Staff however were friendly. The lady in woman's fashion offered to price check for me when I couldn't find the self scanner. I liked that they had Free People. My favourite line of clothing. But I didn't find anything to buy. What I did like, was very pricy. Not much was marked down despite it being Boxing Day.

I used to visit The Bay a lot as I'm a big makeup lover and it was the one place in the mall that I…read morecould buy MAC cosmetics. I'm an autistic, young woman with an anxiety disorder and I was told that the MAC counter was always a safe place for me to come to. I made friends with Shanel, one of the employees at the counter, who still to this day is one of the sweetest people I've ever met. Fast forward to January 2nd, this year, I came to the counter to look at products, post Christmas, and was confronted by the store manager, Nadja, whom asked to speak to me. She humiliated me and discriminated against my disability of being autistic and kicked me from the store and told me I was no longer welcome unless I was making a purchase and directly leaving. I came back the next day to return items I had bought from the store cause I wanted no affiliation with The Bay and the entire time I was surveilled by five employees. I felt like I was being treated like a criminal. And for what, always being kind and respectful to all the staff, never shoplifting, but the second I have a disability, I'm the most horrible person that needs to be removed from the store? Absolutely unbelievable.

Love this store! I live out of the country, and visited recently, but after returning home I…read morerealized I couldn't live without some pants I saw in the store. I called them and they shipped them to me! Sally is the best. I really appreciate their service and selection!

We are residents of Utah in the States and have come to Gibsons and Sechelt three times for…read morevisits. We're smitten with the Sunshine Coast. Each visit I have gone to Zocalo and time I have purchased clothes that have a flare and have become some of the favorite parts of my wardrobe. Plus, their sales are incredible. Give it a try.

Shopping in Duncan and wanted something I do not see everywhere for clothes. This shop has it in…read morespades! Found a grey and white floral dress just perfect for Mexico in January for only $45! Purchased two sweaters for around $50 each that are really lovely--grey with poppies (have never see this one) and white wool looking but made of cotton so doesn't itch. Really debated about a review and I want to keep this one all for myself but decided to share.

This little gem of a shop is fantastic! It was recommended to me by a friend to find a dress for…read moremy office Christmas party. Not only do they have great unique outfits, but they only bring in limited stock in each style - one of each size. The staff was super helpful and not afraid to tell you, "oh honey, no! Not that one." As each item is purchased (at least during Christmas party season) they write down what you purchased AND which office part you are attending to avoid the dreaded "who wore it better" moment when you and a coworker's wife show up in the same outfit. Plus the prices are very reasonable (maybe too reasonable as I walked out with multiple outfits. Love this shop!!