This shop kills me every time I go inside. I can't afford a thing on the racks, but I torture…read moremyself by window-shopping just the same. Prices rarely dip below the $200 mark but you'd almost swear it's worth the splurge and temptation to claim "fashion need" bankruptcy. The pieces in this boutique are exquisite and come from a splattering of designers - both known and emerging - who all have impeccable taste. Unique combinations of neutral tones and tactile materials mix with bohemian and eclectic to create the most stylish wardrobe a girl could hope for. Apart from the shell-shocking price tags, the shopping experience at Misch is very pleasurable. Hardwood floors and neatly arrange racks make for easy garment spotting and you'll also find a small assortment of very groovy shoes and bags to compliment your gorgeous look. I will definitely return to Misch to shop up a storm, once I've made my millions.

Though I usually find shopping to be a thoroughly therapeutic experience (!), there are certain…read moretimes and occasions when it can get a bit stressful. Like when you are invited to a big event or posh party last minute, only to discover you have absolutely nothing to wear! In this scenario, retail therapy can quickly turn into a complete and total nightmare. My suggestion: choose a store that will calm and relax your nerves, no matter how frantic you feel. With flowers, relaxing music, and aromatherapy, Misch on Granville Street creates an atmosphere conducive to finding the perfect outfit. Peruse the racks of neatly filed fashion finds for many big names in fashion, some hot off the runway, in a plethora of fabrics, patterns, and cuts, lace, satin, cashmere; dresses, skirts, pants, blazers, tops, and jackets, shoes, and designer jewellery. Trend with a twist is what you'll find at Misch. And, since they only order one size of each piece, you'll never get caught wearing someone else's outfit!

Came in because I needed a last minute grad dress and was blown away! There was a rack of long…read moredresses, mostly whites and pastels, size S M and L. The prices were very fair for the quality, every dress I tried on was under $200. When I was there I was the only person in the store, so I felt very comfortable when I was trying on dresses in front of the manager and my boyfriend. She was so sweet, very helpful and gave me heels to wear when I was looking in the mirror. She helped me chose my dress and was perfectly on the line between giving me time and space to decide, but also telling me how gorgeous the dresses looked. I felt no pressure to purchase, but when you try the right dress on, you know! She also had shoes in store that we very modestly priced, a cute pair of loafers only $40. Other, short dresses were more copious around the store, as well as jewelry and tops. I didn't have time to explore all the racks, but any upcoming occasion I have I will no doubt be returning here first. Cheapest prices, cutest, trendiest clothes and the sweetest girl running it all. Definitely recommend you giving this place a try. The only downside to this place is that it's not a chain, so if it's not on the racks it's not available, but I actually really like that. It adds to the uniqueness of the dress, especially for events such as graduation.

Fantastic women's boutique in gastown! The owner and stylists who work in the store are friendly…read moreand very happy to help you find pieces that work for your body! They carry a wide variety of stylish dresses (both classics and trendy styles) and update their stock weekly. It's one store I've always been able to find something in every time I go. The prices are very reasonable for a nice high quality dress. I've been shopping here for 4+ years now and never had a problem with anything bought here.

I've been working in Mt. Pleasant for over a year and decided to do some shopping on my break. I…read morewas looking for comfy but stylish clothes and was happy to see they had a lot of selection. Although I was very happy with my purchases, I've given a low rating due to the terrible customer service. I've been to this location 3 times and have been completely ignored while shopping. I do not feel welcome at all so I will not be returning.

My fashionista daughter and I were exploring Main Street recently, going in to all the eclectic…read moreshops and boutiques along the street, covering three blocks each side of the street. What a fun area - and this large clothing shop was our favorite of all the clothing stores there. The shop is well laid-out, and it carries an extensive array of women's and men's clothing and accessories. Everything was trendy and cute, and best of all, the prices were quite reasonable. The sale items I saw weren't the usual odd-lot items, too; there were checked Vans slip-on sneakers on sale and other mainstream, recognizable items. In fact, my kid and I commented how we liked how there are many brand-name items as well as unique, lesser-known brands, and clothes we've not seen anywhere else. This would be the perfect place for a young professional woman to get her work and non-work wardrobe, as the clothes are on-point and the prices are right. I definitely would be able to find whatever I needed here.

12 months later and my love affair with this little shop stands…read more Last week, I was walking the Make It Festival when the infamous Karen jumped into the aisle in front of me. Not only did she remember me (i've bumped into her a few times at the shop, but not more then a handful) but she was still the incredibly energetic, totally genuine ball of sunshine that made me RUN home to pen that first review back in January. And so, as a tip of the hat to my top service ninja of the year, I thought it be best to share some new findings at Two of Hearts: 1. Karen has a jewellery line that she sells at the shop! Go buy it and support local crafters and an all around rad person! ...I don't remember the name, because I took a business card and had her write down the specifics on a few pieces. Such organization obviously means I will lose said card within 24 hours. I do however have a note that says: "Sounds like the muppets song Mahna Mahna." Because i'm an adult. So I will take that to the Twitterverse for further investigation. Stay tuned. 2. Hats!! If you are looking for the most fabulous fall hat, go check out the Andre felt hats from Montreal. I debated over mine last January and it is singlehandedly my second favourite purchase of the year (it's tough to compete with the Fiat...) They are an excellent price (under $100), made in Canada and just classic, beautiful pieces. But if you buy the red one in the window before, I will get mad at you. Bonus points: you can't even find this line online for a better price. Tip of the hat 2ofH. 3. Bags! I have beat the s%&t out of my bag over the year - every day, dual laptop wielding and it has survived. Definitely looking a bit worse for wear, but it's held up far better then I expected, considering the price point is so reasonable. Right now, they have super awesome colours like hot pink mailbags & bright red clutches. It's a rainbow money suck! 4. Still with the awesome people. Karen isn't an anomaly here. Honest to gosh, i've had nothing but the most fabulous service every time i've gone in. Everyone who works here is all sugar & spice. ...I still have yet to find any actual clothing that fits me properly here... but I don't care. Great accessories & fab people will keep this place as a go to. *** Meiku Designs!!! ... not even close.

I can appreciate that their items are made from sustainable fabrics, but the prices are a little on…read morethe high side. Maybe if I loved the styles more, I can justify it and perhaps if they had a sale. Then again, everyone has different styles since my friend just loved this store. The sales person never once greeted me as well, but they seemed nice and could have been really busy. She worked with a smile on her face, I like that.

I guess it's true that the higher the merchandise prices the snobbier the staff. Went in there to…read moresee if I could find something nice for my granddaughter. Even though there were two sales people in the tiny shop neither of them so much as acknowledged my presence the whole time I was there. They manoeuvred around me, passed me, stood near me, all while completely ignoring me. I waited by the till while a staff member wrote up something, hoping for at least "I'll be with you in a moment," but no. She finished what she was doing, turned and walked away. There WERE other customers in the store that they were assisting, but does that preclude a quick smile or hello to a new customer? I had questions about a couple of items and waited patiently. To no avail. I may as well not have been there. I gave up, left and won't return. If you like browsing $200 T-shirts and $400 sweaters while being ignored by staff, Twist is the place for you.

It is easy to forget the feeling you great from great customer service and really being cared for…read more Walking into Twist, always reminds us! It's great to still find a shop where someone is willing to work with you to find an outfit rather than just show you to a fitting room. This type of customer care is rare and you can't find it in the mall. You do get what you pay for when you buy from Twist but it's more than just clothing, Kelly sells kindness.

What a cute new shop! I'm all for the vintage and consignment stores and Revival has a little bit…read moreof everything - trendy designer clothes, well-loved vintage staples, every-day or statement accessories, and more! Top it off the space is so warm and inviting, and the back wall is a vibe all on it's own! I came in to consign a few items and ended up buying a few more things as well. I especially love how the store creates space for local vendors to showcase their talents, and the owner, Christina, is so great to share the background of the vendors and the items they are selling. As mentioned, the location is super convenient, right at the intersection of Main and Kingsway. I'm looking forward to going in again on my next visit to see the new things they have!

Awesome workshop!!! My friends and I learned so much about our colours and the store is a shopping…read moregem! I've already told my friends about it! I highly recommend this great learning experience!!

One of many high end consignment shops in the downtown Vancouver area, Mine & Yours trades in high…read moreend luxury brand clothes and accessories that have been slightly used. The luxury brands that my wife saw were: Self-Portrait, Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney, Maje, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Fendi....even a piece of Fendace (collab between Fendi and Versace). The condition of the items examined were all nwt, excellent, or very good. My wife ended up buying a pair of Givenchy sneakers, which she thought was a great deal. You have to be buzzed in by an employee to get in, and the store itself is small, so they probably limit the number of people inside at a time. It wasn't that busy on a Sunday afternoon.

I enjoy browsing the goods at Mine and Yours, but it's a hit and miss experience for me. While they…read moreoffer a diverse selection of items, ranging from vintage pieces to contemporary styles, the quality and pricing can vary. Some items are reasonably priced and worth the purchase, but there are times when the prices are exceptionally high for what they offer. For example, I recently came across a pair of Chanel sneakers circa 2014 priced at $750, (it did not come with a shoebox). However, upon further research, I found the same shoes on a well known preloved boutique for CAD$325 (same color, same size and it came with a box and individual shoe bags), and the condition was better to what Mine and Yours offered. I understand the store incur additional overhead costs, such as rent, utilities, and staff wages, which can influence pricing, but it should allow them to be more competitive esp if customers are always looking at phones now and doing strategic price comparison. Of course, I will continue to shop and browse and like coming here, the sales associates are nice and welcoming. While the store has its charm and unique finds, the pricing strategy needs to be revisited by management especially when comparable items are available elsewhere at significantly lower prices.

there was a sale at aritzia, so naturally, i ducked in to check it out. finally found the tshirt…read morei've been hunting down for over three months, in my size and design. i grabbed two sizes just in case, since it fits small. this canadian retailer was founded in vancouver back in 1984, and their flagship location at robson and thurlow is made up of three connected storefronts. it's spacious, and sleek, complete with a lounge area featuring leather sofas, knit poufs, and a sculptural wire frame lounger with a matching footstool. part showroom, part chill out zone, it blends fashion and lifestyle in a way that feels more boutique than chain. they carry their own in house brands like wilfred (feminine and elevated), babaton (tailored and sleek), and tna (casual streetwear vibes), plus their iconic super puff line for the fashion forward fashionistas. now for the twist: no mirror in the fitting room (rude), so i debated just buying both tees and calling it a day. i was wearing a dress and then remembered i had shorts on underneath. crisis averted. mission accomplished. the a/c was strong, the staff were helpful. finally snagged the tee i'd been manifesting for ages, and of course, the one thing i wanted wasn't part of the sale. typical.

This experience speaks to online shopping in the US for the holidays, which ended up in customer…read moreservice out of Vancouver. This speaks to that and not a physical storefront. I purchased expensive pants for Christmas end of November for my wife. The pants were $30 off but still well over $100 dollars total. Christmas came and my wife didn't like them. Ok, it happens. I moved to return them to be told that it was past two weeks and couldn't be done. I explained it was a Christmas gift. Happily, customer service relented on their policy for that allowing me to return them. However, I then received a gift card unexpectedly rather than a refund. It was explained that this is policy if the item is marked down. Really? I said to customer service I'll chalk it up to caveat emptor but to think that I'd need to read deeply in the returns policy when purchasing clothing online for the holidays to make sure I'm not out over $100 essentially (my wife doesn't like their clothing) is terrible policy. The customer service agent was nice and tried to see what she could do but was told that she didn't have the power to do anything. That's also bad customer service: failing to empower the agents who are the face of the company with the customers. So I explained I wouldn't make a stink but would be letting people online know of my negative experience so that no one else should suffer my fate. Hence this review. Beware and good luck!

When I need to fill a spot in my wardrobe with some basics that are unique, impeccably tailored…read moreusing top quality fabrics but with enough of a fashion edge to never appear boring this is the place I look to. Every garment in the store seems to have arrived on the rack only after thoughtful consideration and more often than not I can flip through the rack coveting everything. This is not a store that chases trends and I suspect would not be the least bit appealing to the under 21 crowd. They carry a varied selection of local, Canadian and European designers, many of whom I think are unique in Vancouver to this store. There is a nice relaxed vibe and I have never felt uncomfortable even if I am only browsing. It is however not a store for the budget conscious unless you are buying yourself a quality investment piece.

I fially (finally!) had the opportunity to get back to the mainland recently, which of course meant…read morea visit to Tenth & Proper. As before, I was struck by the style and quality of the whole experience, but especially the clothes. It really is a light year above typical clothing fare. In a time when so many rely on the sweatshop disposability of stores like Old Navy, it's such a relief and a treat to find items of real quality. All you need to do is run your hand over the clothes - the fabric is high quality and extremely well made. The clothes are fit skillfully and thoughtfully, and fit well, to compliment the body. These are clothes made for bodies and figures, and wardrobe classic staples, some with genius flare and unusual style, to last and last. My favourite recent find was the bamboo leggings - being of a pretty generous body size (14-16), I was skeptical at the "one size" tag, which usually is my arch-nemesis, but they really are such a gorgeous, high-stretch but natural, durable fabric. I wear my two pairs constantly and hope to get more soon. If I had the money to be on the mainland more often, I would be here very frequently.

I came from out of town and one of the things on my list was to solve my shoe wear issues. I…read morechecked out the internet and since these guys were near where I was staying I headed there . I did not have high hopes as the brands they carried are similar to every other store I have been to. When I entered the store there were more sales reps than shoppers in the store and they were very welcoming without being pushy. The young woman that assisted me was the most considerate of reps and she knew her shoes. She measured my feet, asked a bunch of question, listened to my answers and said I'll go get some for you to try on. It was an interesting experience. She actually knew that shoes don't all fit the same from one supplier to the next and she knew that it might take several trips to the back for more shoes before she satisfied my slightly odd requirements. She just kept on helping me until we found the perfect shoes. Thanks to Emma who was so patient and knowledgeable. This place is awesome and the staff are all terrific. Give them a try!!

I went in on a Sunday to buy a pair of jogging shoes. It was busy and the sales person that helped…read moreme was distracted. As I am older, she didn't seem to think I could be a runner, and I ended up with an inferior shoe that I never wore again after two runs. A total waste of money.