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.

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.

The boutique is like a fairytale, no matter which way you turn your head there are amazing…read more products to view- books, toys, hair clips, special oils, preloved items , candles, cards and so much more. Owner Candace Negm is knowledgable, loves helping women, and making sure her store is full of Canadian products. The staff at Thistle & Wren always greets you with a smile and their knowledge of the shop contents are remarkable. This is one business I can't get enough of. See you there!

Wow, beautiful things in this store. Their customer service is incredible and I always get inspired…read morewhen I visit. Check out their Instagram for good ideas too! Lots of great stufff on there. Glad I found this gem!

Most amazing furniture/home store in victoria! The owner is super friendly, knowledgeable, and…read morehelpful. The prices range from fair to fantastic. Their eye for amazing vintage pieces is unmatched in Victoria. Check in often because things fly out of this place!

I intensely despise shopping. To the point that I will let my clothes fall apart before I replace…read morethem. I bought the last few pairs of shoes from mall type shoe stores. I paid good money (not cheap shoes) and they always fall apart within a year or so and "mall shoes" aren't repairable (glued and stitching falls apart). I also have issues with one of my ankles and have a doctors note for my bunion. So, I called ahead and spoke to the man at Oak Bay Shoe. He said he can fix me up. 100% or he won't recommend anything. When I got there he looked at my ankle and assessed my bunion. I have extended insurance so he is making me some custom orthotics. I told him what I was looking for in shoes and him and his wife found me various styles. Lots of great stuff. Fourth pair was the charm: Nice brown leather with rubber soles. These are good and rugged for with my kids; but they are not chunky like doc martins. They will look fine at the office and not track mud. He said he can repair anything on this shoe. *Perfect* He said they have been in that shop now for 25 years. I can see why. I was made to feel like a king. I also bought a pair of slippers. I bought the good ones and they are *fantastic*. I also have some nice dress shoes that have never fit properly. I am looking forward to what he can do with those as well. Great job. I am very picky and I am very happy with my experience. A shout out to the amazing Chinese Canadians and small business owners that keep this country moving.

I keep coming back because Daniel, the owner, is conscientious and doesn't charge too much. He…read moretreats me like a loyal customer.

I'm so glad I found this place! Previously I'd go to The Bay, La Senza and once in a while La Vie…read moreEn Rose and have been finding their selections worse and worse over the past couple years. The Bay just doesn't really carry much anymore and the other two store's quality is pretty terrible plus more and more not at all my style. In finding this shop I was delighted to find high quality items and different styles to choose from that don't look like everything else I keep seeing over and over. They do still have a lot of the usual items too but it was nice to see stuff that was unique. The prices are higher but the quality is too so it's warranted. I'd rather buy a few less items that I love than more cheaper items that I don't. The set I purchased feels like it's high quality and honestly, just makes me feel better too :) I also really appreciated the selection of natural shapes, not all padded and pushed etc even in the smaller sizes. The selection really offers pieces meant to flatter each body as is, not try to turn it into something it's not. Lastly, the owner was very approachable but not annoying or pushy which is what I like. She was happy to help but also gave me lots of space to look and try things on without any pressure. I'll definitely be back :)

Wonderful customer service. Classy…read more Unique pieces. Private. Well stocked Center of the city.

The best European collections boutique in Victoria BC, very high quality and amazing customer…read moreservice. Highly recommend!

I've heard a lot about this new store from my friends and decided to give it a try. I have been to…read moreother mid to high-end boutiques in Europe and, to be honest, I didn't expect to see anything even close to those European stores that I visited. To my huge surprise, this store impressed as soon as I stepped in. Very bright and stylish and at the same time inviting and comfy. You can see the store owners put a lot of work and love in this place. In addition to the store design, I was taken aback with the clothes selection and how it's tastefully organized on the rack and the shelves. Kudos to Natalie and Maria! And what a service! These girls treated me as VIP and for this short period of time I was given some beautiful choices for outfits and also the style that would suite me the best. It's definitely not your ordinary store. I'll be back for more shopping! Christina

I have a really hard time trying to think of a way to compare this place to something similar in my…read morehometown of San Diego. This store has a lot of different things! I probably spent 2 hours browsing the store. There are kitchen gadgets, serving ware, garden items, cold weather clothes, and so much more. I had a hard time leaving this place because I ran out of time to explore all of it. Thankfully, while I was there, I found the shoe sale area and bought three beautiful pairs of shoes! Timberland leather boots, Sorel snow boots, and a casual pair of low boots from Minnetonka. I got a great deal on these shoes and since the Canada/US exchange rate was in my favor, I got an additional (25% off) discount! Next time I'm in town, I will definitely come back to this store!

The appliances are the same as anywhere else, but BUYER BEWARE when it comes to the hidden costs!…read moreIf you buy a gas appliance, they will NOT install it for you. We paid nearly $400 in extra fees because the installer had to come twice - because Capital Iron couldn't give us a precise time for him to be there, even though I requested, twice, that they look after coordinating it. This was on top of their own delivery and installation fee.