Often when I visit this store, I wonder if this isn't a second or third tier Gymboree store for a…read moresmaller market. Yeah, it's that higher end chain but this store bears little resemblance in terms of organization and display to other Gymborees I've visited. Even my seven year old daughter commented on the disarray saying it was like a garbage dump but with clothes not garbage. And this was on a quiet Monday afternoon. I can't day that I find the staff that friendly, but there is the odd decent sale and that kind of makes up for the lack of service. And one other thing. There are no dressing rooms. Sure, babies don't need to try on clothes but sometimes, it's helpful to have a place where say, a six or seven year old could try something on so you don't have to buy it and return it.

This isn't a review of the clothing (good quality) or the staff (very helpful). Rather, this is a…read morereview of the store facilities. Someone from the Dartmouth location had the Halifax store hold an item for me. I brought my daughter to try it on, as she's very tall and thin and most companies don't make clothing that fits her. I asked where the fitting room was . . . and was told there wasn't one. My shy 10 year old had to try pants on behind a rack right in the store. Unbelievable and unacceptable. The staff were embarrassed that their location didn't have an appropriate changing area. I'm not sure if the company is to blame for this oversight, or the mall itself is responsible. All I know is I'll never, ever shop at the Halifax location again. If the Dartmouth store doesn't have the right size in the item I want, we'll simply look for something else.

I popped in this shop with a friend a couple weeks ago, and we both expected sort of "precious"…read moreclothes with a precious price tag to match. Boy were we wrong! Totally cute kids clothes at super reasonable prices. I got each of my favourite girls a super cute t-shirt that says, "My aunt (hearts) me" for $6 each. I picked up a gift for my cousins's little boy from my mom - a plaid dress shirt onesie in turqouise, blue and green that comes with the cutest little pair of khakis for $20. Huge selection, really cute stuff and affordable.

I was here yesterday looking for some outfits for my baby to be. I had a question about the sizing…read moreso I approached a sales clerk to ask about it. When I said I was due September 3rd, her response was a look, and then saying, "You still have THAT far to go?" I was really put off, and just shook my head, said a very sarcastic "Thanks" and walked away from her. I left without buying anything, which is a shame because they do have really cute things here for great prices. Salespeople, ESPECIALLY in this line of work should really know better than to make rude comments to expecting parents. I can certainly infer the translation of what she was saying to be "wow, you're huge and look like you are about to have the baby now!" Not helpful. I know I'm short and have popped quite a bit, but my doctor tells me I'm exactly the size I should be, so there, rude lady!

The clothes are great quality, great prices and very cute! However, the store's size is beyond…read morefrusturating! If you are shopping with a stoller, you may as well just turn around and walk right out. The isles are barely big enough for an adult to walk through by themselves, let a long with a big stroller. I mentioned my frurations with the employee and she said they get this complaint a lot but are not going to change their location. If they want the baby Mama's to shop in the stores, they have to be able to wheel their babies around in the stollers. They need to relocate to another store which is bigger.

The Children's Place is a large store devoted entirely to children's clothing. In general, they…read moresell trendy styles in high-quality clothing at premium prices. I'll admit that I've bought the odd one or two purchases there for special occasions but can't imagine how anyone could afford to shop there on a regular basis. With winter coats, neck ties, polo shirts and shoes, they have a little bit of everything for every age group, including newborns. Towards the back of the store you'll sometimes find clearance racks, and fairly often they'll have other specials and promotions on in the store. Overall, a fun place to shop but steeply priced.

Wow, what a nice discovery this was! They're open exceptionally late by Halifax standards (8 pm?)…read more Anything Irish or Scottish... they have it. Kilts, scarves, ruanas, neckties, etc. in all kinds of tartans; cloak and kilt pins and other jewelry; funny bumper stickers, etc. And if you need anything warm, they've got you covered, with a great selection of sweaters, hats, mittens, etc. The woman on duty when we visited (maybe the owner?) couldn't have been more friendly and she gave us some good intel on the area, too.

I went in expecting Northern Watters to be kilts, United Kingdom soccer, and more kilts. There is…read morethat, but also some beautiful and varied souvenirs. There were wooden ornaments made by a couple on Halifax. There were woolen animals made by women in South America where the animals sale is their only source of income. Also, there are drinks from the UK. The shop is a lot of fun to browse, and the shopkeeper will provide additional information about your purchase if it's artisan. Definitely worth a stop as you walk down the pier!

Amazing resource in West Hants - definitely worth a trip for locally made and ethically sourced…read morebaby items

From the owner: Enby Baby is a new and preloved, gender free baby boutique focused on sourcing local, Canadian…read moreproducts.

The finest selection of men's clothing in town, and always a very welcoming and helpful staff…read more Prices are what you'd expect from a fine menswear store. I know many people come in off the cruise ships to this area, and as an American myself let me suggest that a fine shirt, accessory, or even a full suit do make fantastic and practical souvenirs from your travels.

Colwell's serves up high-end threads mainly for men and women of conservative and refined…read morepreferences. Tucked away in the forgotten quarters of Barrington Place, I tend to forget about its existence, but its longevity and steady clientele prove it to be downtown destination. Names like Cambridge, Jack Victor, Cutter & Buck, Nautica, Bugatchi, Lipson, Klauss Bochler and Michael Kors are amongst its flavourful offerings, and its all quite clear that quality is priority. Not a spot for my own taste, but I understand Cowell's appeal for the right man or woman. Heavy prices are to be expected, but the large stocking of apparel is enough to take your mind off the logistics. Outerwear, basics, formal dresses and accessories, Colwell's does it all with the utmost class, and is certainly a spot to try if you're looking to sport this niche.