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 Style for hip young women |
1110 Robson St Vancouver, BC V6E 1B2 Canada +1 604 684 3251 http://www.aritzia.com/ |
This local boutique chain is a good place to go if you're young, female, and have pockets fat with cash. This trendy store carries the latest styles in youthful clothes, both casual and dressy, as well as shoes, accessories and bags. Talula Babaton, Kookai, Free People and Parallel are just some of the labels available. It's not super expensive, but it's definitely getting up there! It is a Vancouver original with other locations to choose from. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nearly new designer clothing |
721 Denman Street Vancouver, BC V6B 3K4 Canada +1 604 689 8616 |
This downtown consignment store buys and sells designer clothing in top condition. It's a popular destination for students and businesswomen on a budget, and a saving grace for the thrifty yet fashionable. Find dressy suits and separates, casual knit and cottonwear, shoes, handbags, jewellery, hats, and other accessories. Among the well-known brands and designers that grace their second-hand racks: Laura Ashley, Fendi, Guess, Gucci, and Virani. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exclusive imports |
2790 Granville St Vancouver, BC V6H 3J3 Canada +1 604 737 0368 |
This South Granville boutique is literally two-sided. One side carries women's clothing, shoes, and other fashion accessories, while the other side (next door) carries exclusive home accessories. The housewares side has linens such as tablecloths, towels and sheets, as well as dishware, photo albums and candle sticks. They also carry the hard-to-find Kiehl's line of skincare. It is very exclusive, very European, and very chic, and the price tags are as high as one would expect. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shop Til You Drop |
350 West Cordova Street Vancouver, BC V6B 1E8 Canada +1 604 685 8885 http://www.theblock.ca/ |
What makes The Block a happening place? Tons of clothes for men and women, not forgetting shoes, belts, hats, and other accessories. Despite there being several other apparel shops in the vicinity, The Block has emerged as a trendy stopover for everything from bowling bags to vintage charms. Brands to look out for are Alex & Chloe, Paul Frank, Loomstate, Ella Moss, and Dace. There's something for everyone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designer decadence |
2776 Granville Street (at 12th Avenue) Vancouver, BC V6H 3J3 Canada +1 604 257 2300 |
Just walking by this storefront will make your heart ache and your credit card max out. If you're a staunch clothes hound you have just spotted heaven (or hell, depending on your budget). In the striking window displays there usually glitters a Miyake original to cherish or an Armani suit to covet. This is a conservatively elegant, highly professional, and very expensive boutique carrying exclusive international designer fashions. Among the lines they carry: Thierry Mugler, La Perla, Alberta Ferretti, Versace, Armani, and Issey Miyake. Shoes and accessories are also available. Payment method varies by store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For the trendy jet set |
1038 Alberni St (At Robson Street) Vancouver, BC V6E 1A3 Canada +1 604 688 8802 |
This new fashion-obsessed department store is inspired by the haughty Parisienne boutique, Colette. It carries a selection of upscale home accessories, clothing for men and women and a variety of exclusive beauty products. Furniture, music, food, and other cosmopolitan goodies can be spotted gleaming and glowing in this new downtown spot. The modern store is 7,000 square feet and features an open and spare retail design. There's also a gourmet cafe on premises. If you're not rich, go for the browsing; if you are, go for the deluxe shopping. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Diverse Downtown Neighbourhood |
Denman and Davie Streets Vancouver, BC V6G 1Y9 Canada http://www.englishbay.com |
English Bay is one of Vancouver's most diverse neighbourhoods. Located in downtown's West End, it's where the energetic action of Denman and Davie streets converges. The area is a popular venue for outdoor activities like in-line skating, cycling, walking the seawall, running, and jogging. There are bookstores, gift shops, fashion and cosmetic retailers and other specialty shops; and an eclectic fusion of culinary arts and eateries with clientele to match. Some of the city's best dine-with-a-view restaurants can be found here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Baby boomer's shoe store |
535 Granville Street Vancouver, BC V6C 1X6 Canada +1 604 687 8606 http://www.ingledews.com |
This is Vancouver's premiere sensible shoes destination and has been since 1915. Most high-quality comfortable brands can be found here—Birkenstocks, Clark's of England, Easy Spirit, Ecco, Hush Puppies, and Rockport. Both men's and women's dressy and casual footwear are stocked, as well as accessories like insoles, purses, socks, and hosiery. The store is also known for its customer service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Funkiest footwear around |
837 Granville St Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K7 Canada +1 604 688 2828 http://www.fluevog.com/ |
Madonna has said she loves these shoes and it's easy to see why: John Fluevog creates shoes as art. Garnering attention from New York, San Francisco and beyond, this innovator creates a variety of styles including Swingers, Liftoffs, Angels, and Wok'nRolls (a line inspired by '50s furniture designs). You'll find everything from oxfords that would fit into any office setting, to sandals, clogs and more daring designs. Whatever your personal style, you will probably find something you simply "must have" at this original downtown store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Snow and skateboarding gear |
1025 Robson Street Vancouver, BC V6E 1A9 Canada +1 604 683 8200 |
Snowboarding and skateboarding are two of the most popular sports in this city. Browse around and find out what all those stylish, sullen-faced kids love so much. To suit yourself up for a day on a local peak or flying around the city, stop at this busy, concrete Robson Street store. It carries men's and women's clothing, accessories, shoes and more. Find popular brands like Airwalk, Diesel, DKNY, Rusty, Burton, Droors and Westbeach. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Uncommon arts |
235 Cambie Street Vancouver, BC V6B 1E5 Canada +1 604 685 9575 http://www.mooncruisegallery.com/ |
Mooncruise, personifies the uniqueness in everything that they have to offer to the buyers. A fashion store and an art gallery that displays the works of local as well as international artists and designers. Visual arts include paintings and photography from around the world. The fashion section has shoes, caps, belts, handbags, wrist bands, furniture, jewelery. A completely unique shopping experience altogether at Mooncruise. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For the naturalists |
130 West Broadway Vancouver, BC V5Y 1P3 Canada +1 604 872 7858 http://www.mec.ca/ |
Hiking, camping, climbing, cycling, snowshoeing, kayaking, skiing, backcountry snowboarding and walking—this member-owned and directed equipment store specializes in any activity you can enjoy in the great outdoors. The city and the surrounding area offer some of the most extensive outdoor activities anywhere, and this west side store offers extremely high quality merchandise at very good prices. You have to shell out dough for a required (lifetime) membership card the first time you go, but that entitles you to a large catalogue and other perks. Equipment rentals are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 South Vancouver shopping ease |
650 West 41st Ave Vancouver, BC V5Z 2M9 Canada +1 604 261 2511 http://www.oakridgecentre.com/ |
The biggest shopping centre in the city, Oakridge located about 20 minutes outside of downtown. The complex includes shops like Banana Republic, Kookai, Aritzia, Club Monaco, Safeway and two major department stores: The Bay and Zellers. Major chains such as Aldo and The Gap are also represented, and the mall also contains a mulitplex movie theatre, babysitting services and a large food fair. The tower above the mall has business offices, a large pharmacy, dentists, doctors and other medical services. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trendy gear for young urbanites |
748 Burrard Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 1A1 Canada +1 604 605 0314 http://www.offthewallclothing.com |
If you're looking to suit up in the latest street, board and club clothing, this boutique will fill your bags. It's a hip stopover for young downtown shoppers. It carries jeanswear, casualwear, shoes and accessories for women. Find popular brands like Mavi, Kikwear, Silver, Flosport, Sugar, Yum Pop, Paul Frank, Mooks and DKNY. Globally and locally produced labels are carried. Quality fabrics, wide range of sizes, and large selection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Most exclusive and popular shopping |
700 West Georgia St Vancouver, BC V7Y 1A1 Canada +1 604 688 7236 http://www.pacificcentre.com/ |
Spanning three city blocks above and under ground, this shopping centre will leave mall lovers reeling with consumption-induced joy. Located in the centre of the downtown action, this popular place has nearly every store and service. From cosmetics, gifts and souvenirs to kids clothing, flowers and furniture, it's here. Some of the notable stores include Ralph Lauren, Mexx, Holt Renfrew, Banana Republic and the ubiquitous Gap. The upscale Holt Renfrew department store is on site, and the large food fair offers everything from tacos to sushi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designs on you |
918 Robson Street Vancouver, BC V6Z2E Canada +1 604 669 4495 / +1 604 669 2218 http://www.salvatoreferragamo.... |
You'll feel like a new person strutting around in shoes offered by this Italian heavyweight of the fashion industry. Throw away those old duds and don a pair of Ferragamos to make heads turn. Chic clothes and accessories are also on offer here; if your budget is not sky high, just choose from amongst scarves, eyegear, watches, bags, perfumes and more. The ever-friendly staff puts you at ease and helps you without being overly obtrusive. Even a round of window-shopping at this place can prove to be therapeutic! Review © 2007, Wcities |