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I've been working in Mt. Pleasant for over a year and decided to do some shopping on my break. I…read morewas looking for comfy but stylish clothes and was happy to see they had a lot of selection. Although I was very happy with my purchases, I've given a low rating due to the terrible customer service. I've been to this location 3 times and have been completely ignored while shopping. I do not feel welcome at all so I will not be returning.

The first time I walked in here, I knew I'd be back. The style of clothing is right up my kids'…read morealley. The left side of the store is for the boys and the right side for the girls. I am happy too see that the prices were reasonable and not ridiculously marked up. The staff members are all friendly, however not all are fully trained. More often than not the cashier I get end up getting the manager because s/he doesn't know what to do to make the transaction go through. Simple things like Tax-Exemption forms. Each time we go to 8th & Main, we always walk out with a purchase :o) There is always something for each one of my children. If you're a driver ... parking can be a nightmare ... be wary of the time you go, there are time restrictions on Main st for parking.

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Front and Company

3.3(181 reviews)

0.0 km•Riley Park

You can never predict what they're looking for. You walk through the store and they have beat up 20…read moreyear old Prada shoes but you bring in a new item with current designer tag on and they'll turn it away. I think their staff are not properly trained on brands and rely on what they know rather than researching and learning what is current. I've had good service and terrible patronizing service. Not my first place for consignment but gotta make a few bucks wherever I can.

I took 15 pairs of Levis and several pairs of hardly worn shoes. they said that shoes are no good…read moreunless they've been polished, lol. As for the jeans, they only chose 2 pairs, both button down 501's, which were 25 years old, and in new condition. I turned them down, and took all my goods to Salvation army. This company employs Gen Z people who treat older citizens much too casually. They could certainly use some training on respecting their elders. I will never shop there.

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Revival Colour Analysis Studio

5.0(8 reviews)

4.0 km•Downtown

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

What an incredible weekend in Vancouver! Celebrating my best friend's birthday turned into an…read moreunforgettable experience with our amazing friend Christina, a certified colour analysis analyst. Christina made us feel special and excited as she guided us through discovering our true colors. The session was eye-opening, highlighting shades that enhance our beauty and showing us what to avoid. Shopping will never be the same--I can't wait to use my new color palette! Christina tailored her advice perfectly for each of us, offering insights that no AI tool could replicate. It was a delightful mix of education and fun, filled with laughter. If you ever get the chance to experience colour analysis, do it! It's not just about colors; it's about embracing who you are. Thank you, Christina, for making our experience so special! Have any of you tried colour analysis? What was it like for you?

1.1 km•South Cambie, Riley Park

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Cadine

5.0(1 review)

I love this boutique. Their stuff are so nice and carefully curated. I always find something I like…read morethere. If you're looking for gifts, this is a perfect place. They have gorgeous flowers, books, candles and good quality chocolates. There are also plenty of stuff to browse. I can easily stay there for an hour. Today, I went in to buy two pair of pants and two bars of chocolates. The staff are very nice, helpful and friendly. PS After you shop, make sure you pop in Paragon to pick up a drink :)

From the owner: Cadine is a lifestyle brand creating sophisticated and timeless pieces for you and your home. We…read morefocus on bringing natural materials and old-world craftsmanship to guests who treasure aesthetically pure designs that hold lasting value. We invite guests to explore fresh botanicals from our floral department, art, books, leather goods, home decor, apparel, and fine jewellery. Cadine is an experience unique to us, with the intent of leaving guests inspired by our lifestyle through all their senses.

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Artemisia Clothing

3.6(24 reviews)

3.7 km•Gastown, Downtown

Came in because I needed a last minute grad dress and was blown away! There was a rack of long…read moredresses, mostly whites and pastels, size S M and L. The prices were very fair for the quality, every dress I tried on was under $200. When I was there I was the only person in the store, so I felt very comfortable when I was trying on dresses in front of the manager and my boyfriend. She was so sweet, very helpful and gave me heels to wear when I was looking in the mirror. She helped me chose my dress and was perfectly on the line between giving me time and space to decide, but also telling me how gorgeous the dresses looked. I felt no pressure to purchase, but when you try the right dress on, you know! She also had shoes in store that we very modestly priced, a cute pair of loafers only $40. Other, short dresses were more copious around the store, as well as jewelry and tops. I didn't have time to explore all the racks, but any upcoming occasion I have I will no doubt be returning here first. Cheapest prices, cutest, trendiest clothes and the sweetest girl running it all. Definitely recommend you giving this place a try. The only downside to this place is that it's not a chain, so if it's not on the racks it's not available, but I actually really like that. It adds to the uniqueness of the dress, especially for events such as graduation.

Fantastic women's boutique in gastown! The owner and stylists who work in the store are friendly…read moreand very happy to help you find pieces that work for your body! They carry a wide variety of stylish dresses (both classics and trendy styles) and update their stock weekly. It's one store I've always been able to find something in every time I go. The prices are very reasonable for a nice high quality dress. I've been shopping here for 4+ years now and never had a problem with anything bought here.

1.1 km•South Cambie, Riley Park

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Romeo + Juliet

3.2(5 reviews)

Thank you girls of Romeo & Juliet Clothing! Great, friendly and helpful service. Cannot leave the…read morestore without buying something. They carry brands you can't get anywhere else. Highly recommended for the fashionista! They also carry great items for Men as well!

I bought a $150 wildfox sweat shirt that shrunk 2 sizes. All I wanted was a new sweatshirt one to…read morereplace. I did not ask for a refund. The owner told me she could not exchange it because I had put it int the dryer Although the tag instructions states " tumble dry" She would not budge Terrible customer cooperation How did this review originally i said romeo and Juliet on cambie street

2.9 km•South Granville, Fairview Slopes

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Misch

4.4(7 reviews)

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!

Lolli Pretty

4.3(3 reviews)

1.2 km•Mount Pleasant

Went to Kingsgate mall the other day, I only go there when my husband needs to get his 5$ movie fix…read morefrom this store there (I think called Lily Books) that sells other types of random nic nacs and kids games/toys. I noticed Lolli Pretty that day and was curious to go in, so I did and I was pleasantly surprised! Great prints, designs and reasonably priced to boot. -1 for location but she has great made in the USA and Cali designed clothing. This store to cool for Kingsgate....

This place is the bomb! Honestly! Super cute clothes at a really reasonable price. It all started…read morewith a green skater dress I got in the fall which instantly became a staple of my wardrobe. Got a four piece purse set for $70. I've gotten so many pieces I love from this place. The owner is really nice too. Best hidden shop of east van.

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The Main Exchange

3.5(17 reviews)

0.0 km•Riley Park

Lovely store and great selection but I never find anything in larger sizes. But the staff are…read morelovely and I always enjoy browsing!

I've been to a few consignment and thrift stores on Main, and always found it really difficult to…read morefind clothes in my size that aren't boring! (L / XL) I found three things in my size that I liked on my first trip to The Main Exchange, and I'm planning on going back. The cashier / customer service was friendly even though I didn't really know what I was doing, and I didn't feel rushed when trying things on or pressured to buy anything. Prices seem to be about $35-40 for most items, so more than most thrift stores but less than some other consignment stores. I think the price is reasonable because the items are in good condition and curated. I would recommend stopping by!

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Ash L.

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5

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10 years ago

I have walked past Show Off for years, each time promising myself that I would get a custom wedding dress from there. But today when I went in to speak to the owner, I was ignored for the ten minutes that I was waiting there, with no courtesy from the owner to acknowledge me or let me know she was in an appointment. Furthermore when I had asked to quickly book an appointment or a time that I could call, she shrugged me off and just pointed to her business cards. I feel that being the owner of this business, she could have handled new clients better by simply acknowledging us and letting us know that she would be with us in a moment or passing us a business card politely rather practically than shooing us away. However, the moment she saw me take a photo of one of her designs, she dropped everything and rudely told me to delete the photo. I complied to her request without objection and simply told her that I was taking the photo to refer to, for when I call her and wanted to refer back to it when she designed my dress. She then had the audacity to make me open my phone and look at my photos to ensure the photo was deleted. She not only disturbed her current client session with that but also invaded my privacy and made me feel that I was untrustworthy. She clearly has not heard of Pintrest, because if I was really trying to "steal her design", I could have done that from a well known designer through Pintrest. I will no longer be recommending this business to anyone given the poor service I received today. read more

Susan W.

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4

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13 years ago

I was driving through main street and saw this store. I was looking for a dress for my niece who lives in toronto. After checking I found most of there dresses are tacky, cheaply made and expensive but luckily i did found one dress which was ok but very expensive. I talked to the owner( kam) if she could do any better price. I was shocked when she said if you cannot afford the price why did you came in and waste my time.She was very rude. I was in shock the way she yelled at me. I left the store in tears. I will tell all my freinds not to go there. Kam you have lost a customer for life. read more

Emily S.

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4

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12 years ago

This boutique has some super cute dresses! I came across this little store when I was out and about the community of Main St with a girlfriend when she pulled me inside. OMG! Gorgeous Beautiful eyecandy! I found two dresses on sale for $100 each. The lady working there was wonderful. read more

Kam K.

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2

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7 years ago

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