I have a leather coat by Ocean Drive Leather that I bought over 20 years ago. It's in beautiful…read morecondition. Strangers compliment it when I wear it now as much as they did when it was new. It was, no question, worth the money and wait to get the right fit. I was lead to Ocean Drive Leather because I wasn't able to find a leather coat I liked. I had an approximate vision of what I wanted, and was finding it nowhere, not even close, and also I'm smaller than average so the right fit was tricky too. I was beginning to feel like I should just give up when someone in a clothing shop in Vancouver told me to try Ocean Drive Leather. Ocean Drive Leather was relatively new at the time. My experience both with customer service and quality is something I've always been grateful for. Thank you Darryl and Keith.

Um, I am in love with Oceandrive Leather. This leather apparel company is owned by the Christensen…read morebrothers, who are based out of Vancouver. They are accomplished designers of leather apparel and offer the convenience of online shopping by you first selecting a style, filling out a measurement chart, and then making a deposit (50% of the jacket price). You get your order in about 4-8 weeks, depending on the season. They offer both men and women jackets, and my absolutely favorite is the Swan/Shearling - it has a detachable lush hoodie, made out of lamb shearling, and comes in either brown or black (custom colors are also available during specific seasons). If you're looking for a high quality, legit, made-to-fit-well/pefectly leather jacket that will last for a lifetime, check Oceandrive out! You won't be disappointed! :D +customized leather apparel! :D

I bought a beautiful handmade purse from Fiveleft a few months ago, and realized after getting tons…read moreof compliments on it tonight at the Yelp event that I had not yet reviewed fiveleft on Yelp. Lincoln is a lovely man who makes lovely, unique, and durable purses, bags, and wallets. Check out this true Vancouver original.

I have two FiveLeft bags (a Day Goods bag and a custom knapsack) and I bought one for my sister as…read morea gift - what can I say - I am a huge fan. I am complimented on lincoln's work whenever I use them. I just picked up a pencil case at Circle Craft and I am looking forward to wearing it in :) The pieces just get more beautiful with age. Not to mention lincoln is an AMAZING person with a creative, fun and functional eye for design - how can you go wrong with that?! I have my eyes on a tote bag next :) Local artists rock!

I had a super experience with Mavi recently. I had bought a pair of "Johnny" slim jeans a year ago…read morethat I really like because they are 97% cotton with 3% spandex which creates a very comfortable fit. I decided to buy another a couple of pairs at the YVR Outlet store but they didn't have the colors I wanted. I was directed to the 4th street store who didn't have the colors either but they looked around and brought them in for me from other stores. And, they also honoured the after-Christmas sale price for 2 pairs! I was very happy - thanks to Shia for the excellent service!

I go through jeans stages. Translation: different periods of my life can literally be defined by…read moredifferent brands of jeans. In junior high it was Levis, high school was Guess and Big Star, undergrad was Miss Sixty and post-grad Rock & Republic. Now 30 years old, I'm a Mavi girl. Thank goodness I live right around the corner from my jeans store of choice. Mavi on West 4th is great. Seems like there's always a sale on something and the sales girls are superb. I love how they bag each of your purchases in a reusable cloth bag (great for grocery shopping in your sexy new jeans!) and take the time to come around the cash counter to hand you your goods personally. And the jeans. I don't know why I didn't get into Mavi sooner in life, but I sure am glad I've discovered them now. They fit great, they come in a myriad of styles and - best of all - they REALLY won't cost you an arm and a leg. Every pair I've bought cost me under $100. So long $300 R&Rs - hello Mavi!

This place is amazing highly recommend going for any occasion or none at all. We have gone here…read morefor birthdays, baptisms, confirmations and weddings. The service is excellent!

Bought a beautiful dress for a 1st birthday. The lady who served me was very helpful and genuinely…read moreinterested in helping me find what I wanted within my price range. (Prices were surprisingly reasonable for imported quality products). My only negative comment would be that I smelled a bit of cigarette smoke when I stepped in, but in all fairness it was a rainy day and there was another customer standing near the entrance. It's THE place to buy communion clothes, but there's so much more! They're trying to bring in other products since COVID and it's worth a look. Please keep this little local Italian institution in business.

I got a nice leather backpack/purse here. The quality of the bag is really nice. I thought that if…read moreI bought a no name brand bag, I risked it breaking in the future. But I have used this bag every day for the last month and it has delivered. The leather quality is nice and the inner lining is all top quality workmanship. You can tell when you examine the bags there. The man who sold me the bag was really helpful and nice. He provided me with a lot of options after hearing what I was looking for. You would think there would be tourist traps at the Lonsdale Quay but this store was fairly priced with great product sold here.

Allyado carries Rolser brand rolling shopping bags with wheels. It's the perfect way to buy your…read moregroceries at Lonsdale Quay on a rainy day and make sure that they get more dry. Allyado also sells bags, suitcases, belts, luggage locks, passport wallets and money belts. If you want cute luggage and backpacks for kids, you really have to check this place out.

The shop is by appointment only. I was looking for headpiece for a party and I didn't know most…read moreitems needs 2 wks pre order. But I was able to buy their sample which was good. The lady helping me was very nice and helpful. Very good choices of hair piece which you couldn't find at the mall. Reasonable price.

Went in to look around and found the perfect engagement ring and came back for wedding rings for…read moreboth her and I. Lovely service and a resizing if it's not quite right. And the prices were very, very reasonable. Way less then other stores. Just wonderful!

I have altered my jeans multiple times in this place. The fit is perfect after alteration with…read morereasonable cost. I would definitely recommend this place.

Honesty. I brought in 3 pairs of pants for hemming, and when I went back to pick up. Rachel only…read morecharged me for 2 as one was already short enough or close to it. So she did not do anything with it this no charge for that pair. Most other shops would have just charged me for ,3 instead of 2.

I like this place. It is TJMaxx or Ross version of Canada, where you can get good deals of shoes,…read moreclothes and others for home. This location is popular for Asians and most of the time, the stuff is quite messy because of the shoppers. Immigrants flip over everything and sometimes don't put it back properly. Price is good and service is good. You have have to fight with sharp Asian shoppers to compete for hot items. That can be fun. I have got a lot of stuff from here for myself and my kids. Price is good as long as you don't go after current fashion and are looking for what you really like. This place can also make you over spend for something you don't really need simply because of the lower price. Don't forget, BC has higher tax than other places including US.

Another Winners location to see what great items you can find at a discount! It's Canada's version…read moreof Ross Dress for Less. This location is in Richmond, at Landsdowne Center ( right on Canada Line, the stop just before Richmond Brighouse ) it's accessible from the outside of the mall, then just up the escalator. It's not the biggest Winners, but it's usually good for not being crowded, and not picked over. This trip I found some cute new boots, Urban Decay eyeshadow palette, a cool dress, a top, and a really sweet lightweight coat. Facial exfoliant, and some boxer briefs for my husband. Add a Diet Coke, and a shopping bag, and my total was $ 151.00 including tax. *Pro Tip* Across from the cashiers, Winners sells large colourful recyclable shopping bags for 1.99. I highly suggest buying one ( or more depending how much shopping you are doing ) they are the best ! They are super strong and hold lots. Perfect for the grocery store, or for any shopping really. Trust me - you will thank me later !