Love this place. So many wonderful finds. Great for gifts, as well as finding interesting jewellery…read moreand scarves. High recommended if you are in Dundarave!

Red Horses Gallery a wonderful little boutique in West Vancouver. The salespeople are always really…read morecheerful and friendly, which is a treat since too often that is not the case in other stores. I always find lots of lovely things from passport holders to winter hats. The shop also has a great selection of gift items, clothing, and other accessories. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the Dundarave area.

Wow ! I had such a great time . Amazing experience and so much fun ! I now understand my colors!read more

Awesome workshop!!! My friends and I learned so much about our colours and the store is a shopping…read moregem! I've already told my friends about it! I highly recommend this great learning experience!!

Marilyns from Caulfield . yes it's so wonderful she has moved into Dundarave Lane Alleyway…read moreEntrance @ 24th & Marine above RED LION On Trend and Classic clean lines Womens Wear ..all styles every Season top fabrics and designers , favourites & fresh NEW Fashionable GIFT ideas, day to night staples for all occassion top bottoms JEANS , dresses , etc , expect fabulous finds moderate to better priced pieces that well dressed women appreciate & prefer. Shop often ...they are in Dundarave now !

Okay, so Marilyn's is hard to describe - imagine walking into your most stylish friend's monster…read morewalk-in closet and having the run of the place! Things I've bought there that I LOVE: *** Nicole Miller party dresses (I have 3 - overkill, I know!) *** Mackage puffy coat - perfect for those cold days *** Chinese Laundry slouchy boots - I've worn them to death :) *** Cambio black pants - classic AND edgy all at once *** Jeans, Jeans, Jeans - Joes, Rich 'n Skinny, Citizens of Humanity Another plus - the staff are really fun. They'll help you out as much (or as little) as you like. My favorite person at the store (other than Marilyn of course!) is the seamstress. She's a frickin' magician!

I would give this clothing sore No stars if that were possible. I was unfortunate enough to have…read morebeen served by the most uncaring, and basically rude person that I have ever experienced. She was incredibly unfriendly, belittled choices made, made unwanted comments, and within hearing distance of myself and my friend accused a woman of wearing a garment before returning it, even though the price tags were exposed on the outside. With all the wonderful places to shop at in Vancouver, a clothing store, or any store, needs to be at the top of their game when it comes to service and this place is a real loser and not one I will ever frequent again! If you should go-run fast and far from the woman with dark hair down to her shoulders.

From the owner: So Blu Clothing carries the very latest in lifestyle clothing, accessories and shoes for Women and…read moreMen.

Really REAL Vintage...!?!…read more When I was younger I used to equate the term "vintage" with old, un-stylish, sometimes mothball-smelling, second hand throwaways. I was after all, a child of the 80's and honestly, whose parent's didn't do vintage...!?! It took a very close, and very highly regarded label-loving girlfriend of mine, (who is single-handedly responsible for introducing me to the world of Prada, Burberry and moderns like Tory Birch) to re-open my eyes to this wonderful world. And how amazing the world of Vintage can be! Enter Encore Fashion Boutique. This little gem doesn't appear to be an out-of-the-ordinary vintage store at first glance. When I visited it this weekend it had a bit of a run-down appearance, a basket of children's toys outside, and windows full of sparkly jewelry, some real and some not-so-real but eye catch and pretty. Being a new member to the vintage-loving cult, and naked without my fashionable confidante, it took me a second or two to compose myself and summon the courage to enter. I didn't take much convincing though, as it was suddenly clear that what lay just inside this camouflaged facade was better than anything anyone could have told me. With the ting of the doorbell I was immersed in Gucci, Coach, Kate Spade, Caroline Herrera, Diane Von Furstenberg and Manolo. Wow. These names did take a little coaxing from the racks of garments and piles of shoes, but I was more than delighted with all of my finds. Not only was I discovering discarded Versace but it was on sale from the discounted price too. 40% off the Vintage tag to be exact. And then it happened... the find of all finds - and TWO of them to be precise. I couldn't believe it as I pulled from the rack an in-perfect-condition Max Mara woolen black skirt. Followed by a grey pleated Dolce and Gabbana knee length wonder. And both, yes both, were on sale from $198 and $149 to $20. Yes, real Dolce and Max for just $20. I MUST have done something right! On top of these finds, I also discovered a Valetino cocktail dress that still had its tags on, that had gone from 349 Euros to $189 and was now 40% off. Unfortunately not the perfect fit for my body, but I've put the word out so imagine it will go quickly. Vintage, REAL Vintage, and at real Vintage prices too - something you don't find a lot of in Vancouver's Vintage specialty stores. This store is not half as picked-over as many of the other Vintage shops seem to be in and around this city. This little gem would never have enticed me if I was just passing by, but boy, this Vintage store must be the find of the century!

I purchased a leather jacket at Encore for $195, the saleslady reduced it for me from $250…read more Encore's price tag stated an original price of $650. It is made in India, so I doubted it was worth that much. After I purchased it, I went home and searched online, where I found the same jacket for $65 - $90. Of course, there is no law against making a profit, but this store is a rip-off. Encore fooled me once, but I will never shop at Encore Fashion Boutique again. Beware!

This shop kills me every time I go inside. I can't afford a thing on the racks, but I torture…read moremyself by window-shopping just the same. Prices rarely dip below the $200 mark but you'd almost swear it's worth the splurge and temptation to claim "fashion need" bankruptcy. The pieces in this boutique are exquisite and come from a splattering of designers - both known and emerging - who all have impeccable taste. Unique combinations of neutral tones and tactile materials mix with bohemian and eclectic to create the most stylish wardrobe a girl could hope for. Apart from the shell-shocking price tags, the shopping experience at Misch is very pleasurable. Hardwood floors and neatly arrange racks make for easy garment spotting and you'll also find a small assortment of very groovy shoes and bags to compliment your gorgeous look. I will definitely return to Misch to shop up a storm, once I've made my millions.

Though I usually find shopping to be a thoroughly therapeutic experience (!), there are certain…read moretimes and occasions when it can get a bit stressful. Like when you are invited to a big event or posh party last minute, only to discover you have absolutely nothing to wear! In this scenario, retail therapy can quickly turn into a complete and total nightmare. My suggestion: choose a store that will calm and relax your nerves, no matter how frantic you feel. With flowers, relaxing music, and aromatherapy, Misch on Granville Street creates an atmosphere conducive to finding the perfect outfit. Peruse the racks of neatly filed fashion finds for many big names in fashion, some hot off the runway, in a plethora of fabrics, patterns, and cuts, lace, satin, cashmere; dresses, skirts, pants, blazers, tops, and jackets, shoes, and designer jewellery. Trend with a twist is what you'll find at Misch. And, since they only order one size of each piece, you'll never get caught wearing someone else's outfit!

This is the first time I really feel comfortable in a thrift store. It's nice & clean, smell is ok,…read moreprice are reasonable and the selection of clothes is awesome. Going back? I can't wait to have my next paycheck to dress here, so yes! ;)

I actually checked out the Frock Shoppe for the first time today! Not sure how I missed this place…read moreconsidering what a vintage freak I am. Anyhow, I love it. Really nice vintage store. It's set up nicely, it's clean, and organized well. My favourite part though, is that they have lots of gorgeous older pieces. You can tell that each piece is hand picked for the shop. So glad I finally stopped by!

I can appreciate that their items are made from sustainable fabrics, but the prices are a little on…read morethe high side. Maybe if I loved the styles more, I can justify it and perhaps if they had a sale. Then again, everyone has different styles since my friend just loved this store. The sales person never once greeted me as well, but they seemed nice and could have been really busy. She worked with a smile on her face, I like that.

12 months later and my love affair with this little shop stands…read more Last week, I was walking the Make It Festival when the infamous Karen jumped into the aisle in front of me. Not only did she remember me (i've bumped into her a few times at the shop, but not more then a handful) but she was still the incredibly energetic, totally genuine ball of sunshine that made me RUN home to pen that first review back in January. And so, as a tip of the hat to my top service ninja of the year, I thought it be best to share some new findings at Two of Hearts: 1. Karen has a jewellery line that she sells at the shop! Go buy it and support local crafters and an all around rad person! ...I don't remember the name, because I took a business card and had her write down the specifics on a few pieces. Such organization obviously means I will lose said card within 24 hours. I do however have a note that says: "Sounds like the muppets song Mahna Mahna." Because i'm an adult. So I will take that to the Twitterverse for further investigation. Stay tuned. 2. Hats!! If you are looking for the most fabulous fall hat, go check out the Andre felt hats from Montreal. I debated over mine last January and it is singlehandedly my second favourite purchase of the year (it's tough to compete with the Fiat...) They are an excellent price (under $100), made in Canada and just classic, beautiful pieces. But if you buy the red one in the window before, I will get mad at you. Bonus points: you can't even find this line online for a better price. Tip of the hat 2ofH. 3. Bags! I have beat the s%&t out of my bag over the year - every day, dual laptop wielding and it has survived. Definitely looking a bit worse for wear, but it's held up far better then I expected, considering the price point is so reasonable. Right now, they have super awesome colours like hot pink mailbags & bright red clutches. It's a rainbow money suck! 4. Still with the awesome people. Karen isn't an anomaly here. Honest to gosh, i've had nothing but the most fabulous service every time i've gone in. Everyone who works here is all sugar & spice. ...I still have yet to find any actual clothing that fits me properly here... but I don't care. Great accessories & fab people will keep this place as a go to. *** Meiku Designs!!! ... not even close.

If you want good quality womens' clothing and shoes this is the place. Staff are very helpful and…read morecourteous. They currently have a sale on now for both clothing and shoes. You'll find some excellent deals if you wear a size 6. I bought 2 pairs of shoes that are unique, stylish, and comfy. The salesperson was helpful with suggestions. There's complimentary parking out in front of the store. I will be back!

The owners of Zig Zag Fashion in North Van keep the store as fresh as any current fashion magazine…read more Not only do they stock the newest and most distinctive pieces, they're also committed to finding the latest footwear, fashion, jewelry and purses for women of all ages, from 12 to 70. This shop is full of fun stuff; it even carries fashionable reading glasses. The shoe selection is one of the best I've seen, which accounts for why Zig Zag was named Fave Shoe Store and Fave Ladies Clothing Store in a Readers Choice poll by North Shore News. Prices here vary from as little as $5 for a pair of funky socks to $500 for designer shoes. Loyal customers see significant savings on their purchases over time, thanks to a reward system that gives a $50 gift certificate following $500 in purchases.

They are wonderful to deal with and so friendly and listen to what you want and then and have great…read moresuggestions. They do an excellent job and so reasonable. They were recommended by friends and I a so thankful they did. Thank you Erica and Lou.

I have a pewter belt buckle with a broken hook. Western style buckle with thin plate. After trying…read moretwo other places for repair, and being told it could not be repaired. I was then recommended to see Erica. I stopped by and showed Erica and (the young man helping with shop). No promises, but 5 days later - I got my repaired belt buckle back. Amazing work craftmanship. Highly recommend them.