I would like to say a huge thank you to the lovely ladies at Kindred Spirit. My granddaughter and…read moreI had spent the entire day shopping for a grade 8 grad dress, we were having special day and lots of fun but we had not managed to find "the one!" Last stop of the day was Kindred Spirit and it was the most pleasant shop with so much choice and lovely dresses to choose from, it was amazing! The ladies that served us could not have been nicer. They treated my granddaughter with special attention and curtesy. We narrowed it down to two beautiful dresses and she made the final choice, it was so exciting! She looks amazing and we are very grateful and will recommend this shop to all. Thanks for the special experience. We will return. Adrienne and Cadence

Go, you won't be disappointed. This is a wonderful place…read moreto buy a special occasion dress! There are tons of colours, styles, and sizes available, and the service is amazing!

They've got a tiny store in the basement of a building at King and Erb, but it's a gem for finding…read morecheap, but current second-hand clothes. For students who love thrift shopping, but find it hard to find something for them each time, this store should leave you satisfied every time. Their prices are really fair as well, usually ranging between $10-$20 for an item of clothing. As an example, I've see ASOS shorts go for $16 (which could be 2-3 times as much originally) and an Aritzia winter coat go for $150 (originally $300+). They often have brands you'll recognize like Zara, American Apparel, Aritzia, Urban Outfitters, etc. and they post their new arrivals on Instagram, but since they don't hold new arrivals those clothes can get snatched up within the day. They also sell accessories like sunglasses, atlas watches, scarves, and necklaces. The store itself is really nice and quaint. It's got an industrial style with brick walls and wooden furnishings. They also have a change room and one person working to help you out.

3.5. Quaint little consignment shop with selections for men and women. Prices are reasonable, and…read moresometimes you can get quite a steal. There's a lot of H&M and Forever 21 finds (it is a university town), but you'll also see nicer brands like BDG or Guess. I'm a little disappointed there's less vintage pieces that weren't large. However, they do a really good job of creating a cool mood through their displays and decor and indie music - even the plainest tank can catch your eye. Overall, a cute spot to stop by if you're in the area. Support sustainable local shops!

I have been to my share of Levi's Outlet Stores in Canada and the States. I usually have zero…read moreexpectation with their service as most of the stores. This outlet located inside St Jacob's Outlet really surprised me! There has such helpful and cheerful staff which is really knowledgeable with the products they carries. Even give suggestion of jean styles and fitting and help with finding the right size. And of course we ended up buying a nice pair of jeans that was on sale!

I returned a top that I got for Christmas that did not fit. My Mom paid $65 for it. I brought it in…read moreand forgot the bill, but told them my Mom was charged $65. They told me that top sold for only $45, so either I was being accused of lying or my Mom was overcharged by $20!! When my Mom and I dug further and found the bill for $65, they simply said 'Oh yeah - that's what that shirt is worth.' No apology...nothing. Will never shop there - poor customer service.

To be honest, I wasn't 100% sure what I was going into when I came across La Creme on a recent…read morevisit to St. Jacobs. But I was so pleasantly surprised in this modern yet classic boutique on the main street. Half of the store is bridal / prom dresses and the other half carries women's clothing, accessories and more. The store is sectioned by colour and I found that very aesthetically pleasing. It was nice to see they carry Canadian / local brands so you are sure to really support local here. The quality of the clothing reflects the price, to me quality speaks volumes. The staff were helpful, masked, and supportive of my choices. I could have spent way longer in the store because each time I walked around I saw something new. They have a cute section of bride themed items so if you're in a bridal party or have a bride in your life, definitely come see the unique items they have here!

Pretty dresses! Lovely tops! Beautiful jewellery! What's not to LOVE about Andie's?…read more When my sister invited me for a day of shopping in Kitchener, I wasn't expecting much. Coming from Toronto, I'm spoiled with a spectacular shopping scene and the whole idea of a small town with a few chain stores kept looping around in my head. But I love my sister, and I'm not one to turn down shopping, so I obliged. King Street actually has a few neat shops, but my favourite by far was Andie's. A small, independently owned boutique, Andie's is a haven of girly dresses. Some are slightly business, some more casual and some for fancy parties...all in all they have a great selection and carry a variety of brands. If I had to describe the overall style I would say it's classy, but definitely fun. Andie's also has shirts, pants, skirts, and jewellery (although the dresses are the main focus). Decor of the store is gorgeous! Beautiful accent wall at the back, with patterned wallpaper...I'm not sure what the print is called, but I want it for my house now. Change rooms also have that boutique feel, and make you feel like a socialite. Service here is fantastic too! The sales girls are friendly, but not pushy; they're helpful, but they give you space. They also know their stuff when it comes to fashion, and it genuinely seems that they love what they do. I mentioned to my sis that one of the girls seemed particularly helpful, and she whispered to me "oh, that's Andie." That's right, the owner of the store works out on the floor and sees that everything runs smoothly. And that just gives me the warm fuzzies. Prices are a little high, but in this case you're getting every penny's worth in quality and style. My overall rating? Andie's -- it's worth the drive to Kitchener.

Andie's is a totally unpretentious store, looking to make fun clothes accessible for 20-somethings…read moreacross the board. They're prices are mid-range, offering quality yoga jeans, dresses, tops and accessories. I'm definitely going to shop here for some of my spring wardrobe, they have jeans is every colour imaginable!

I have come to love vintage clothing since finding this store …read more She is super helpful and knows your shape, what will fit and look great on you! You can tell she knows the fashion and dress making side of it as well giving lots of advice and terms of dresses etc . Wonderful shop! I feel it's tailored to me and she has the time to be one on one and find the perfect piece ! Timeless fashion, that makes you feel feminine too.

From the owner: Vintage apparel that is carefully curated for each member of your family. Offering appointment-only…read moreservice to suit your schedule. Make it a group event and book a time to come in with your wedding party or group of friends. Please call to set up your time with us soon!

I'm new to Waterloo, love this store. Staff was professional, helpful and informative. Store is…read morevery clean and well organized. Offered to order product not on hand. I recommend this lingerie shop to all.

Conestoga Mall was right across the street from the hotel we were staying at, and it has a…read moreWinners, so we had to go, lol. We walked over, but of course there is lots of free parking. The mall itself is like any other medium to large mall in Canada with the usual chains. I did not see anything special about this mall. No unique stores or anything that really sets it apart from any other mall. The Winners was really picked over and was wasn't that great. The food court was just chains with no independently owned vendors. My husband and I walked around, but nothing caught our eyes, so we didn't buy anything. It's an ok place to poke around, but not a destination mall, at least not in my opinion.

This mall is probably the best you can get in Waterloo Region in terms of ambience and selection…read more Oh, and it even has an Apple store! Good transit connections as well from UW, Laurier, and well...most of the Waterloo core since the very frequent routes 7 and 200 both serve there. You can even do your grocery shopping inside as there's a Zehrs Market connected to the mall. The food court has the usual selections, though the addition of a Spring Rolls To Go and a Tandori makes it slightly more unique than others. Love the open concept of it by the way. The washrooms are very environmentally friendly as they encourage you to use the reusable towels they offer by the sinks. No need to use paper towels, no need to worry about bacteria from the dryers. I rarely rate malls a 5 as I believe malls are a hindrance to good urban development, but at least this mall incorporates environmental concepts to it.