Canadian Tire

I was just here with friends. We knew we arrived just before 4:30. We knew they closed at 5 so we…read morewanted to make it quick to not hold them up. But two minutes after being in the store they dimmed the lights to an absurd level. No one greeted us or asked if we wanted help. I passed two employees who turned their backs to me and wouldn't make eye contact. I tried to go to the fitting rooms and was told (rudely) that the fitting rooms were closed. I asked if it was because of Covid and they said no its because they closed at 5. I took my things to the cash as asked if everything I had was returnable because I couldn't try it on and may need to bring it back. I had to ask twice because the clerk just ignored me the first time. I thought, okay whatever it's a bunch of teens working who probably just want to get out early. I get it. I've worked retail. But then I saw someone who I assumed was a manager because of how she was talking to staff. She went infront of my sister in the checkout to purchase her own things before her even though she was obviously still on the clock (still had her radio on and everything). So we're leaving and it's still fifteen minutes to five and she's locking the other door and we're leaving. I stopped to ask if she was infact management and she said she was. I asked why she was letting her employees dim the lights a full half hour before close. At first she lied and told me they close at 4:30 even though another employee (and Google) had already told me they closed at five. After calling out her lie she said they have to "flush people out" early. I told her that was incredibly irregular for a box store to do that and she told me that I should make a complaint and not haras her. All this as she is literally locking the front doors before 5. Then she yelled after us a sarcastic 'have a nice day' as we left. I think there were maybe 2 other people in the store. No line. Certainly no reason to need to "flush people out" or lock the doors. And im sure it's against policy to buy stuff for yourself while on the clock. If the manager hadn't been so rude I probably wouldn't have made a complaint, but she was truly incompetent. Like I said, I've worked retail, but she didn't even bother to give me some BS apology. Didn't care at all.

Old Navy is where I go for some cheap t-shirts. I usually go here for the beginning of summer…read more T-Shirts for 12.99, flip-flops 2 for 6 dollars. None of the items you get here are the best quality, but you will get some great deals. The staff here are usually good, and you can take arm loads into the changing room. The biggest thing I love is the return policy, 90 days.

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PSEUDIO

4.5(2 reviews)

Pseudio, this location actually has an Outlet section attached. It is a great store…read more The main store has all the brand names, Bench, Hurley, Guess, Billabong, you get the picture by now. Although these brands can be a little more, they do carry a great selection. Now on to the fact that this location is has an outlet side. Here I found a lot of summer things, really good prices though. They did have about 4 racks of jeans though and the section is fairly large. I would need more time to look at everything there, there were a few coats I wanted to look at.

Pseudio is one of my favorite places to shop. The downfall however, is I am the biggest discount…read moreshopper and love to find the best deals. I really can't bring myself to spend $60 on a shirt. This is why I love the outlet! So many things to choose from, all my fave brands at superb discount prices. I have found $200 outfits that I pay $50 ( or less) for! This is the best outlet I have been too in a long time!

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Marshalls

3.7(3 reviews)

My visit to this Marshalls was an added surprise, lol. My husband and I were in our way to Fredie's…read moreFantastic Fish House for some lobster rolls when I spotted this Marahalls. If I'm on vacation and I spot a Winners or a Marshalls, I'm going in, haha. I have to say, I was pretty disappointed. I saw several items that were selling for more than they were in Ottawa (where I'm living now). Selection was also not great. Things looked like they had been picked over. I walked away empty handed. If I find myself back in the area, I'll still stop in, but definitely would not go out of my way to return to this location. There's lots of free parking in the plaza.

Pretty similar to Winners, just a bit cheaper. Winners has become very expensive so it's nice to…read morehave Marshall's where you can still get good deals. The store doesn't feel as clean and well organized as the competition but still gets the job done. I like their food stuff and home wares a lot.

Shoes by the entrance

Entrance to the store

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Food/pantry items

Winners

3.8(6 reviews)

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I don't know what happened to Winners. When I was in college I bought a lot of clothes from the…read morechain and got huge discounts on brand name items. Now the store is not very affordable at all.. You're hard pressed to find bargains and the ones you do find are typically extremely expensive brands that are discounted... but not to the point of the kind of affordability that Winners markets itself as. Prices are similar to or higher than department store prices. I only recommend shopping here if you really know what you want and have compared the prices to elsewhere.

I Love Winners! For those who want to brand names, but for a fraction of the cost, Winners is your…read morestore! It is a hit and miss at all winners though. Some times you go in, and it is like hitting the jackpot. You find everything and then some. Other times you will go in, and nothing, zero, nada. You just find nothing that you want, or maybe it is at the end of the feeding frenzy for all the shoppers before you. All picked over! Just wait for a new shipment to come in. Now, my experience at all Winners is the staff is found only, at the cash registers and dressing rooms. There are not staff walking up asking , may I help you. This is definitely a self-serve kind of place. Also, you can spend a lot of time in here. I have given many hours to perfect the shopping experience of Winners. Also ,not all stores carry the same merchandise. Happy Shopping!

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Storefront at night

Garage

5.0(1 review)

4.4 km•West End

Store is clean, nice employees, good service and selection of clothing items. Clothing pricing are…read morebest during summer sale.

Meteghan Frenchy's

3.7(6 reviews)

3.4 km•Fairview

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This previously loved wares shop has potential. I popped in last evening to ease my post blah meal…read moreconsumption blues. I perused halfheartedly and found some cute little shorts, along with a couple of good tops. Keeping in line with many other Frenchy's, this joint posts a fees list on the wall, so you can take a gander and find out what each garment is going to set you back. The prices are good, and the store is clean and uber bright. Andrew found the score of the evening; a sexy novelty pop-top (aka: bottle opener) which only cost 25 cents. If you're cruising the Dutch Village strip, veer off the road and head into this used goods hot-spot. Perhaps a treasure you will discover.

Great little second hand clothing and accessory shop. They have a great selection of used clothing…read morefor adults and children of all ages. This store is always PACKED full of shoppers. No matter what time of day I go, I'm usually searching through the same bins as at least one other shopper. I usually leave this store with a bag or two full of clothes for around $30. I find their clothes a little less expensive than your larger second hand clothing stores such as Value Village. I will say that I do find certain days better than others. I find some days hit and miss. I can either walk out with a lot of great picks or can barely find a thing on certain days. I think that they must only get stock once or twice a week and because there are so many shoppers, the clothing is picked over quickly.

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The Shoe Company

2.9(10 reviews)

The Shoe Company has become one of my new favourite stores. Although, I'm a much bigger fan of the…read moreone in Dartmouth Crossing, this one is still pretty good. I am a shoe shopper and nothing puts a bigger smile on my face more than a comfy, sexy pair of heals, or a cozy pair of slippers, or a casual pair of flats or even a pair of Nike runners for when I need to get out for a stroll. The Shoe Company has great selections at a reasonable price. I can usually get a pair of good quality shoes for under $50.00. I sometimes find it hard to get my size. Most times, they have a lot of size 7 and 8's left but when it comes down to finding a pair of size 9's, it's scarce. The staff is quite helpful though and are quick to offer assistance with calling another store. I am a fan of The Shoe Company and will continue to shop especially in the Dartmouth Crossing. Much better selection there!

The Shoe Company fills a need in the Halifax market: mass marketing of shoes in all sorts of…read moreheights, comfort and design. Sure, Payless has a variety of shoes, but I find their quality and comfort to be less than stellar. At The Shoe Company, you can find shoes in every price point, fit for every member of your family. It can be particularly difficult to find good fitting shoes for kids, and The Shoe Company is one of the few places where you can find well constructed shoes for beginning walkers. Sure, we all think women's shoes but The Shoe Company also offers a wide selection of men's shoes. There's nothing like a sharp-dressed man, and The Shoe Company certainly helps outfit you in that area. Try The Shoe Company before you head downtown to the higher-end stores.

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Aritzia

2.3(3 reviews)

4.4 km•West End

I don't remember if I ever had such a bad customer experience like this. attitude and lies for the…read moresake of a small sale

The staff goes above and beyond to help their customers. I've dealt with almost everyone who worked…read morethere, and they have always been very friendly! I've heard bad things about snobby sales associates at other Aritzia locations, and I'm so grateful that the hiring team in Halifax doesn't put up with that nonsense. Yes, you have to go outside of the changing room but consider this: if you need a longer size, the associates are right there to pounce on it! In other stores, I just stay in my dressing room and don't have anyone running over getting me other sizes or colours... Not sure why people don't want to come out of the store. No one is judging you if things don't fit you well except YOU. Good job, ladies! Keep up the good work!