OMG this is a cute shop. I love how it is well organized. The owner is super sweet and they had…read moresome stretchy skinny jeans in my size at $110 regular price = awesome steal.

From the owner: What originally started out as a swimwear boutique has transformed itself into a favourite spot for…read morefinding dresses, denim, basics, and accessories at prices that don't break the bank.

Such a cool place, full of trendy items like hats, dresses, funny socks, and accessories. Friendly…read morestaff.

Funky Fashions for Fabulous Females from around the world in beautiful downtown Nanaimo. - Numph,…read moreMotel Rocks, Coupe, Dereon, !iT jeans, Foxy, Traffic People, Lipsy, Evil Twin, Mink Pink, Papillon. Vancouver needs a consignment store like this that is geared more toward the edgy alternative person.The clothes were in awesome condition. There was a cute goth girl when I walked in whom wanted my opinion and a cute pair of Hell Bunny pants. People working there are super awesome.

There are lots of beautiful clothes in this store however the sales pressure is so high, I am not…read moregoing to shop there again. I told one of the sales women (I think she was the manager) over and over that I didn't want to try on a certain item, yet she brought the item to my dressing room and hung it on my dressing room rack anyway (are you kidding me?!). I eventually bought an item that was too snug for me and took it home, only to have to return it after I came to my senses. Now I have a store credit I have to use (no refunds) so I will have to go back, if only to use up the cost of my folly listening to someone who was only interested in selling me something, not whether or not it looked good on me. Thank goodness for one of the other sales consultants who ran interference with the manager, so I didn't have to tell her over and over - No, thank you. Once should have been enough. I have heard the same thing from other women who have shopped there.

This boutique has AMAZING formal gowns. I got the most perfect dress for prom there.....it was a…read moreshow stopper. A year after grad, I still get compliments on it! When I received the dress I wasn't happy with the way it looked, and the store staff were more than happy to order a new one for me. They really made my day that much more special with all their help. I would not hesitate to shop at Damsels!

Women's clothing boutique located in Downtown Nanaimo that is more on the high end side. Customer…read moreservice was friendly and prices were market value for the name brands that were carried.

Quintessential, is a unique boutique in downtown Nanaimo selling women's fashions including…read moreclothing, handbags, wallets, belts, shoes and much more. They also sell all kinds of jewelry and even specialty pet products for that special pooch. I loved their belts. They were neutral and sturdy.

Very cute shop with tons of dresses, but the woman who was "helping" me (the owner) was not helpful…read moreat all! She disappeared at least 3 times during my appointment. I was left standing around waiting for her to reappear, having no one zip, clip and/or tie up the dress. She wanted to argue with me about the style I liked, but only to correct the words I used to describe it. What's the point of that? She didn't smile once, seemed irritated with my presence, told me I should figure out what I actually like/want before I try on any more dresses. Isn't that how you find out what you like/want in a wedding dress? By trying some on? I'm a size 8, but she'd pulled a size 16 in one style. I know they are sized different from regular clothes, so I put it on anyway and it was ridiculously huge and sloppy. For a woman who is supposed to know her stuff, this was nuts! She only pulled about 4 dresses for my entire appointment. I was out of there within 30 mins. Ugh. Never again. I was in great spirits walking in and felt like crap when I left - not a single positive word out of her mouth. There was actually one dress I really liked, but if I decide I want to try that dress on again, I'll find it elsewhere because there's NO way I'm giving this shop my business.

Wowie if you ever want to feel judged for even carrying a slight amount of weight (such as baby…read moreweight) come on down to the bridal closet. As well as someone who completely disregards the brides requests. My friend said she didn't want one thing and that was a strapless dress because she's self conscious about her chest. The first two dresses the lady brings...strapless.

I don't buy anything here, but I love it for the consignment. I send all my unused name-brand…read moreclothes here and collect a cheque once in a while. They donate the clothes they don't use, or give them back. I always just donate. Way easier way of flogging guys clothes than selling on FB.

Another cool and fashionable place that is conservative on one hand and can be edgy if it wants to…read morebe. A healthy balance of booth. Prices could be better to be honest.