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Sanctuary Curio Shoppe
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10310 81 Ave NWEdmonton, AB T6E 1X2
(780) 944-2654
- Hours:
Mon-Tue, Sat 11 am - 6 pm
Wed-Fri 11 am - 7 pm
Sun 12 pm - 5 pm
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
10 reviews for Sanctuary Curio Shoppe
10 reviews in English
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Review from Francesca K.
Edmonton, AB
3/12/2010
This is definitely a different kind of store. The theme that washes over you when you walk in the door is gothic and it really keeps in tune with this theme throughout the store.
I am not, nor have I ever been, a goth but I have been to this store on a couple different occasions. This place is packed with everything from clothing to accessories to books to incense.
I have purchased incense as well as books from here. The book collection focuses on new age stuff. The book I bought from here that I can remember was a dream book. It basically was a dictionary for your dreams and you could look up aspects of your dream and see what it means in your real life. It is really fun.
If you like gothic punk style, check this place out. Chances are if you are a true goth, you already have! -
Review from KoKo C.
Edmonton, AB
11/14/2011
While I like a lot of the items in the store, I will not be going back. I have shopped there twice and both times the same sales person was incredibly rude. I even asked him why he being such an ass and he told me that he could care less if I shopped there or not and that my opinion didn't matter. Fine with me. There are other stores in the city that carry the same items and appreciate my business.
Also they do not do returns or exchanges not matter what. Buy something for $210 there that has a defect? Doesn't matter. They tell you to contact the manufacturer. I wish I could give zero stars for customer service. -
Review from Jenna T.
Edmonton, AB
6/4/2011
Sanctuary is definitely a regular and favorite shop to visit for me, especially since I am a five minutes bike ride from it's location.
Sanctuary has alot of interesting little gothic, fantasy, metal, romantic, and pagan nick-knacks, to say the least. It can be a little overwhelming for the first-time visitor, but the staff are friendly and are willing to help you around to store, whether you just want to have a peek at everything or if you are looking for something specific.
The downside is that it is a bit pricey, although to be fair the service is excellent and the goods they sell are great quality.
A great place to check out! -
Review from Alex P.
8/10/2011
A long long time ago, when I was in high school, I was goth. I visited Sanctuary all the time, mainly because back then there were not too many options in the city when it came to that style of clothing.
Back then, I was maybe a size 2 or 4. I'm talkin' tiny. A lot of people thought I was anorexic. But, somehow, I still fit a medium or large in a lot of the clothing Sanctuary sold. That's kind of terrifying. (I haven't tried on anything since then, so can't comment further.) The clothing was hit or miss when it came to quality, but this really just came down to the brands. Sticking to the right brands, the clothing showed only minor wear and tear after years of use. Nowadays, most of the stuff in there seems to be well constructed.
I didn't buy too much outside of that. Some accessories here and there, but not too much. They were outrageously priced back when I shopped there, and still seem to be just as outrageously priced now.
I don't really go for the goth style these days, but I've popped in to the store occasionally over the years, just to see what kinds of stuff they have. The staff were very friendly and helpful when I shopped there regularly, but nowadays they seem more distant. Not that the service there is bad, but maybe my "image" (a normal graduate student) is less welcome in the shoppe. -
Review from Cory D.
6/29/2011
GOTH! Thats what this store is all about. I went in for curiosities sake because I am no goth. If your into Marlyn Manson dripped in leather and death this is the place for you. I gave it 2 stars because I really can't stand goth but mostly because everything was OUTRAGEOULSY priced.
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Review from Colleen P.
Edmonton, AB
8/10/2011
Own a number of rah rah tutu's from here , as well as a steel boned corset. Found exactly what I wanted but it seemed like the hours posted were an estimate at best. I went by twice during the hours posted on the door but the place was closed, so I tried calling before my next trip to verify the hours only to get a voicemail saying they don't answer the phone so they can better focus on the clients in the shop.
Loved the stock, but I don't go back. Too much of a hassle -
Review from Lauren N.
10/20/2008
Wow! was pretty much my first thought when I stepped in here. There's just so much stuff in this shop, it's overwhelming to the eyes. Paula was not kidding when she said they use every inch of space they have here. I didn't even know where to begin!
Sanctuary is another shop I wouldn't normally be found in, but it's got some pretty awesome stuff if you like punk or gothic things. I thought it was cool they sold old war helmets and crystal balls. They had a really neat chess set too, where the pieces were dragons (or gargoyles?).
This is a great place to go for unique accessories to complete your Halloween look this year. I noticed some beautiful butterfly and fairy wings hanging from the ceiling, and these ones are different from the typical ones you see every year because they're in funky colours and cuts. They also had some neat packaged costumes, but I was surprised to see that the Princess Leia one cost $100. A little too steep for me, thanks.
The shop has a dark feeling to it, but this is mixed with an aura of fantasy and magic. Dungeons and dragons, so to speak. Lots of New Age books and cards and platform leather boots. I like that they give you the feeling that anything is possible here. Pretty much whatever you can imagine, they'll have it in this shop.Listed in: Spooktacular Shops
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Review from Jeanette B.
Edmonton, AB
10/1/2008 1 photo
Sanctuary is one of those incredibly unique stores that is always interesting and intriguing. The feel of the store is very dark, focusing mostly on things that are gothic, punk, or wiccan. But just because you don't fit into one of those categories doesn't mean you're not going to find something that works for you.
I got a chunky black ring here quite a few years ago, and I get compliments on it all the time. I also got a hematite bracelet that I absolutely love. And when I used to be into Hellraiser, I would buy posters here and other horror-related items.
Some of the statues and furniture that they get in are amazing pieces of work. The clothing section is full of beautiful designs (a lot of leather, lace, and PVC), but they are rather expensive, since they are not mass-marketed products. The shoes they carry are really cool too--a lot of high-heeled knee-highs and chunky boots with buckles and shocking designs. I really do think this is one of the best independent stores we have here in Edmonton. -
Review from Jack G.
Edmonton, AB
2/12/2010
Sanctuary will allow you to take a walk on the Gothic side of life, or punk.. or are they the same? I am not exactly sure. Either way this store is pretty neat and if you are into this kind of stuff you will love it.
It is a cozy little store packed with, like I said before, goth items. They also carry merchandise from some darker movies. Other than clothing they also carry jewelry, books, shoes and lamps. Some people might make the mistake of thinking this is a halloween related store but don't be so ignorant. This is a lifestyle for many people and I wouldn't even say the stuff here is over the top. Most of it would be seen as fashionable by anyone that likes to stay trendy.
You could probably find some pretty original gifts here if you know anyone who likes this kind of stuff. -
Review from Paula K.
10/1/2008 1 photo
Sanctuary is all things goth. While I am personally not into the goth look or lifestyle, I always get a kick out of checking out the clothing, jewellery, books, and household items sold here. People into New Age, Wicca, punk, and other alternative lifestyles and beliefs will find all kinds of things to suite their homes and wardrobes. The store atmosphere is vibrant and cozy (don't let the dark lighting fool you), with practically every space used to its maximum potential. Who knows -- maybe you'll find some gem or treasure even if you are not someone who usually heads to this sort of store.
