Still Life is a boutique that has been around since '84, but has totally revamped in terms of…read moreoffering more of local designers in '07 when the ownership changed. They offer clothing, shoes, accessories, and clothing for both men and women, and the selection is pretty large! Brands include Storm & Marie, Filippa K, Sunja Link, and OSC. After a recent trip to Canada, I've been kind of super obsessed with some Canadian brands and want to hoard some more - there was one designer (Sunja Link) that I really fell in love with, but her new pieces are always out of stock or sold out completely within days! Still Life came to the rescue when they had a certain item in a different color that I was eyeing on, so I snagged it. They were also having some great sales, so I was able to purchase a winter jacket (OSC) as well! I also love that you can count on the fact that the pieces that you receive will be of high quality and made extremely well. I loved the super great deals, the semi-quick shipping (there was a little snafu in terms of getting the package to me, but I just need to request a signature authorization the next time), the careful shipment/packaging, as well as the great customer service follow-up (a representative actually reached out see if I received my order and if everything was of perfect quality!). If you're looking for independent and awesome local Canadian designer goods, check Still Life out! :D +great selection of Canadian designer goods +great customer service! +occasional deals and sales

I was feeling a bit blue because it has been a long and hard pandemic and nothing fits me. After an…read moreafternoon shopping and not finding anything, I walked into this shop and I was very hopeful because everything looked really cute from the get-go. I was looking to buy a few new items. I am also very cognizant that we are in a global pandemic and I have been sanitizing my hands and wearing a mask consistently. I do have an autoimmune issue, so I am aware. I am not the type of person who ignores public health mandates, but I was just so excited to be in this store I didn't see the hand sanitizer to the right as I walked in. AS soon as I started looking, like maybe I had been in the shop for about 5 seconds, this lady storms over to me and loudly demands I use the sanitizer. It was just so abrupt and really rude and embarrassing, I couldn't even respond. Her tone was so off-putting and made me feel like I was absolute trash. I worked in boutiques in New York for years in my 20s and waited tables as a college student and as a graduate student. I never spoke to people like this. Ever. It was clear to me by her really abrasive attitude that I didn't belong in that store so I sanitized my hands and left literally in tears.

Dear Eddie, You're…read morestill relevant and I like you... Sincerely a new rewards member... Eddie Bauer is a brand a lot of people know, however what they don't know is the quality of clothing is very worth the price (usually quite pricey)... however that said the EB in V BC CAND has some of the best deals I've seen across North America... their clearance section is quite fetching as you can find unique pieces of quality and comfort especially with Forest as your amazing sales guide. We stopped in recently mostly to window shop and browse, but found a few items between us during our trip to add to our wardrobe and practical attire list... in the rapid winds of the weekend. SALES ranging from 30 to 50% off with final prices barely breaking the $30 mark (CAN) /barely above $20 (US). Overall between William ringing me up with his inviting demeanor and friendliness to our buddy Forest on the floor and taking care of my travel mates from start to finish... this is definitely a store we recommend you giving a chance.

When you arrive to your final destination but your luggage is tardy for the party, Eddie Bauer is a…read morefamiliar, affordable option for casual apparel. This location has a nice selection and the sales associate who assisted us was very helpful and friendly. Despite his efforts, we were unable to convince Mr. to get a fun color layering t-shirt to accompany his long sleeve denim top, but the lively discussion created quite a laugh amongst local shoppers who were listening in.While neither of us are regular shoppers at Eddie Bauer, it is a go to store for select items. In the instance, longer length jeans led us here. Our visit to this store was quite memorable. Through a less than ideal incident, we met several nice people, received lots of recommendations and snagged a few nice casual pieces.

They have a great selection of quality clothes. Josh was fantastic. He was so patient in helping my…read morehusband Guy pick out something to wear as father of the groom. He chose something that Guy looked great in but was also comfortable in, which for someone who usually only wears ripped work clothes is a real achievement! Thanks again, Josh.

Can I Give You My Money? No Thanks. If you're looking for…read moreexceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere, Outlooks Menswear is NOT the place to find it. During a short visit to Duncan for Father's Day, I was excited to spend quality time with my Dad and treat him to some new clothes. We searched for menswear options and Outlooks came up first, so we headed there full of enthusiasm and ready to shop. We walked in smiling and ready for a great experience. I introduced my Father and explained we were looking to outfit him with some new pieces. The saleswoman took one look at him and flatly said, "We have nothing for him." No effort. No conversation. No alternative suggestions. Just a dismissive brush-off and out the door we went--feeling dejected and frankly, unwelcome. Thankfully, just two doors down was Jim's Clothes Closet. Not only did they greet us warmly, but their amazing team, especially CoCo, helped my Dad find pants in the exact size the Outlook's employee insisted wouldn't fit him. On top of that, he left with shirts, belts, a hat, and a great vest--plus a smile on his face. Outlooks Menswear gave us the worst customer service experience I've had in years. If you value your time, your money, and being treated like a human being, keep walking right past this place.

Where to begin? 1. Gorgeous clothes. I always find…read moresomething I love there. 2. Fabrics are luxurious, colours hold up well in the wash, and no shrinkage. 3. Sizes are consistent, and there is a huge range: from xs to 4x. 4. Bamboo is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. 5. They have matching socks and underwear, too!

I happened upon this shop while visiting Victoria. I was searching for vintage clothing on Yelp;…read morewhile this shop is not vintage, I'm glad it popped up. My boyfriend doesn't often shop for casual clothes so it was a nice treat for him to get such attentive customer service. The gentleman working was happy to give feedback and picked out some nice pieces while speaking about the quality of items they bring in. Most of the items are either made local or sweatshop free in the USA. This is the kind of quality I want to spend money on and is generally a deciding factor when I make any purchase. I also wanted to speak about the simplicity of the decor and layout of the shop. Great merchandising as it really draws the eye in. They also sell some quality accessories including footwear, bags, ties and sunglasses. We will certainly be back when we visit the island again.

Crisp and neat men's clothing…read more I spent $70 on a t-shirt here. $70. I only went through with it because my girlfriend said it was the best fitting t-shirt she'd ever seen on me (though I have to say I think she's right). Thumbs down on the lighting in the change room though. Someone should probably fix this.

Dark woods with a squeak to 'em. Just the way I like stores that look like this to sound!…read more I tried. I really did. I looked over the American Apparel racks. I browsed through the guys stuff. I thumbed over a pretty cardigan. I wanted to buy... I had my credit cards out, but every time I went to, something told me not to. Perhaps it was the smell of incense in the air and in the fibers of the cardigan that didn't do it for me because I left without anything in hand, feeling a little blue. Like the incense had depressed my mood and stripped me of my favourite type of therapy - the retail variety.

I now know where a really hip dressin friend of mine gets his duds! Ha, I have discovered his…read moresecret source. This is a cool store for funky sweaters and jackets. Some decent sale items too. You can't go wrong with a store that has ginormous bowling socks in the display case! and they were $5 to boot.

Manny of Straith's Fine Clothing is a gem! Even though I ordered a fairly inexpensive item, he went…read moreabove and beyond to ensure that a special gift arrived in time for Christmas. This level of customer service is a rarity nowadays and very much appreciated!!

The two brothers who own this store clearly know fine quality men's garments. But they also know…read morefine customer service. Just when we thought that friendly, attentive service was gone forever, we discovered this gem of a store in Victoria. Our purchases were small, but you wouldn't have known it. They even offered gift wrap at no charge! Thanks so much!

I've purchased a least five hats from this store and no matter how hard I try, I can't seem to…read moreavoid wandering back in every time I'm in town. I also can't seem to avoid walking out with a hat. Love this store.

Products are marked with prices lower than they ring up at the till, which isn't a huge deal, until…read moreyou bring it up and the owner himself won't honour the sticker price. It's not even about the money - it was a $4 difference, but to have the owner actually scoff in your face is where I draw the line. I was spending $248 in the store, and he was not willing to budge on his position, scoffed at me, and walked away to hide in the back. I put back over $60 worth of other merchandise due to his attitude. Already ordered the items that I put back off amazon for cheaper and they show up tomorrow. Attitude is important, and today it cost you a bit of money and a negative review. Will not be returning