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15 reviews for Value Village Stores
15 reviews in English
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Review from Anna A.
Halifax, NS
1/29/2011
Nothing takes your mind off of being blue quite like discovering the perfect pair of loafers straight out of Andie Walsh's closet cca 1986. No?? How about that 3.99 price tag?!
OK. Value Village isn't for everyone. Admittedly: the smell isn't the best (but not the worst by far!) and the junk-to-gem ratio can be off putting; however, there is something so therapeutic about scouring the aisles, your mind free to wander...and all of sudden! Is that the leopard print dress to fill the gaping hole in your heart??
Call me shallow and juvenile, but those not-so-rare days you wind up hauling home a heap of sartorial treasures, really help put things into perspective.
Your wallet may not wind up much lighter but your heart sure might :) -
Review from Kimberley M.
Halifax, NS
3/18/2012
Let's be honest I don't actually shop at Value Village for anything of imporance, I use Value Village as my go-to tickle trunk solution. Halloween costume? Check. Themed party needs? Check. Broken lamp stand as a DIY project? CHECK! (I can't promise stellar results, but I try).
Most recently, I was preparing for a 90's themed yelp event, and I visited the trusty Chain Lake Value Village. It had plenty of options, all well organized, so within 25 minutes of looking around, I was set!
This place is really well organized, and it's generally kept that way. Staff are courteous, but it's more of a self-selection place - don't really expect help from the staff unless you specifically ask for it. Also, Saturdays are pretty busy, so try for a week day or night for lower traffic. No one wants to fight over the dressing rooms! -
Review from Tiffany T.
Halifax, NS
9/22/2011
Value Village is another one of those places I have a love/hate relationship with. The bf LOVES it, as he loves to tinker and find hidden treasures (junk). Me not so much, he drags me here more often then I would like. But, occasionally it is my idea. Strange, I know.
So yes, you can find some gems. I have gone in not wanting to and look around only to pass the time. Sometimes I do find some neat things- I bought 2 pairs of shoes yesterday for $12, not too shabby. Sometimes I find clothes, sometimes I don't . It's a hit or miss experience that is for sure.
The bf is the t-shirt/hoodie type - Do you know what that means? It means that he always "needs" new t-shirts and hoodies and that's practically all he wears (after 3 years of trying, I have almost given up on seeing him in collared shirts when we're not going to a wedding).. And if he finds one he likes, he's on it. There is no stopping him - This obsession has gotten so out-of-hand that our agreement now is; if he buys one, he throws out 5....OK, the point is he can find tonns of t-shirts and hoodies at VV.
So, yes VV I can enjoy you, but I sometimes I just don't want to. I don't like the smell, thrifting through hangers, and the line-ups (on weekends) to try things on. I also hate doing laundry and I know that if I purchase clothing from you that gives me more laundry to do :(Listed in: On the Outskirts of Downtown
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Review from Krista P.
Halifax, NS
10/10/2011
Ah, Value Village. Once, in days gone by, my favourite thrift store. Then it seemed as though their prices went up, and some of their variety/quality of merchandise went down, and my feelings began to change.
Don't worry VV, we'll always have the memories. And of course our favourite spooky time of year, Halloween.
Though I may not shop here nearly as much as I used to the rest of the year, come October I can't wait to take a stroll or six through here looking for costume ideas, accessories and make-up, decorations, and just general inspiration to get me excited about this most fun of holidays. I especially love that they have not only ready-made costumes for purchase, but also a rack or two of clothing items that can be incorporated into costumes (e.g., clothes from previous decades, uniforms, etc.), for anyone who likes to piece their own together. This can also be a bit cheaper than buying the ready-made get-ups.Listed in: 30 Days of Yelp!, Happy Hauntings!
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Review from Cassandra M.
Moncton, NB
2/23/2011
I'm not sure if I've ever had a good visit here. This location is always super packed (I've yet to understand why)messy, smelly and full of useless shit hoarders would scoff at.
Although I enjoy the enthusiasm of other thrifters commenting on this location I just need to ask, why not go to a nice clean VV (Dartmouth location)continue to find cool things but not have to deal with the insanity that is this location. -
Review from Joshua Y.
Vancouver, BC
10/10/2009
Not the best value anymore but still a good place to shop.
Value Village is a very big, second hand clothing store. They have a very large selection and I always walk away with a few items of clothing. But I have recently been trained by some smart friends on how to find similar deals in other stores. Some of the prices at Value Village are the best one could find. But at other times I was surprised to find similar pricing of the same clothes at major clothing stores! A bit shocking to say the least.
That being said, when I see a t-shirt or shirt for five dollars at Value Village, I don't shy away from it nor do I go to other stores and try to price check the item in hopes of saving a dollar.
The staff are definitely not the friendliest but they aren't mean either. I sympathize because I can understand how hard it would be to work at such a large, second hand clothing store. But since you have chosen to work there, lets all smile together shall we?
I am happy Value Village exists and that they have a few locations in Halifax. They are definitely an option when I go shopping and I have found treasures on one or two occasions. So if you're in the area, definitely check it out. Who knows what you will find. -
Review from Katie M.
Halifax, NS
5/9/2010
To begin, if you're looking for a Polaroid camera or a VCR, this should be your first stop. The shelves of value village are usually lined with these nostalgic types of electronics; great for hipsters, artsy fartsy types and those of us who love watching home movies from family Christmases gone by.
Elsewhere in this Value Village there are a lot of really awful clothes. It definitely doesn't stack up to the Dartmouth location in terms of quality. That's not to say it's impossible to find cool garments here, you just need to be really patient and have a very keen eye. Certainly the staff aren't going to be much help, many of them seem to be zombies in red smocks, shuffling through the store, not really saying much...eating brains (ok, not eating brains).
Value Village can be a fun time, if you go, definitely check it out with friends. See who can create the most ridiculous outfit! You'll have a great laugh and there is a small chance (especially at this location) that you might find something you really like for a rock bottom price.
Hot Hint: If you're one of those kids with a tape deck in your car you're in luck! This Value Village has cassette tapes! Be sure to check out the classic tapes from David Lee Roth, Tom Cochrane and Poison! -
Review from Bethany J.
Halifax, NS
3/31/2010
I always second-guess myself as I walk into Value Village. The sheer volume of thrift-store goodness can be overwhelming at first, especially if you don't go often.
Soon, though, you get the hang of the different categories and find your thrifting groove. There are racks upon racks of different categories - ladies' wear, men's wear, children's clothing, houseware ... anything you can imagine can be found at Value Village.
Don't expect to pay Frenchy's prices, though - the tags at Value Village are marked up to about double your regular second-hand store prices. Hit them on a sale day and you could get half-off certain items. -
Review from Ang M.
Halifax, NS
11/4/2009
This store tends to get a little more chaotic than the new Dartmouth location, but a large proportion of my wardrobe has come from here, so it's certainly not difficult to find good stuff, even when it gets a little messy. Around Halloween it gets especially crazy because they stock a lot of costumes in addition to the costumes you can just make using the awesome clothes.
The dressing rooms get crowded and slow because people tend to ignore the limit on the number of items you're supposed to try on at one time (myself included - no point in getting undressed more than once), and there's barely enough room to turn around in the change rooms to see how fab you look in what you've just tried on, but I guess that's part of the charm.
I still enjoy shopping here, because I like my clothes broken in. And it's always worth a bit of digging when you find that little gem. -
Review from Darren G.
Lower Sackville, NS
1/31/2011 2 Check-ins Here
This is a THRIFT store.. enough said! I shop there for work clothes and alway find some good stuff. Place has a smell but they do wash all the clothes before they put them on the rack. I like how they have all the cloths divided up by size. My wife loves this place and so does my mother.. Were just thrifty people...
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Review from Shawna D.
Chester, NS
12/30/2009 1 photo
I have to admit I shy away from this store. I find it overwhelming when I go in. It is huge and there is just so much stuff.
I am not one to spend hours going through racks. I just get frustrated when I can not find anything.
I have noticed on the few occasions that I have been asked to go with a friend that not everything is cheap. At least not cheap for used clothing in my opinion. So even though you are in a second hand store, you should still pay attention to what you are paying.
I usually go to Value Village around Halloween time. They get some great costumes in.
I do see the appeal of the store for those that can sift though racks, to find those hidden gems. I wish I could. -
Review from Lacey H.
3/31/2010
I feel like I'm always waxing and waning over which VV location I'm most fond of. If I get a good score one day, I proclaim that location the top, but one visit of empty-handedness, and I'm a fair-weather fan.
I always enjoy a stroll through Value Village, unless it's super busy, then I find it to be a mildly irritating experience. You can find everything at Val-Ville, and sometimes there are good sales on items when they're trying to blowout the inventory (check out the CDs and books). Prices aren't always pleasing, as it seems that they're assigned willy-nilly, but if it's an item you're dying to have then chances are the cost will be worth it.
The miscellany section at this location is pretty good, along with their "art" area. If you're in the mood and ready to peruse, then head to the Halifax VV location. It's mega-sized and boasts tons of options, at prices lower than if you were to buy it new!Listed in: Damn, I Look Good, Before you go...
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Review from cheryl d.
Halifax, NS
4/29/2010 1 photo
Value Village always seems so busy. The store is always packed and people come out of the store double fisting with plastic bags full of clothes!
I admire people who can shop these stores. They have incredible patients and those people are usually the ones who find the great deals! I will find a few items from time to time, but for the most part, I don`t take the time to root through the shelves.
This store isn`t near as nice as the new one in Woodlawn. The new store is much cleaner and the selection is much fresher than the Bayers Lake location.
Value Village is my favourite Halloween store to shop in. They have an amazing selection of Halloween costumes and accessories. You name it, they have the costume! -
Review from Brittney K.
Halifax, NS
12/15/2010
Call me "unthrifty", but I'm just not into the whole thrift store shopping gig. I'm not really a fan of poring through racks and bins of disorganized stuff that I probably would not wear. I find that a lot of the stuff at these places are great for artsy, not-a-wallflower kind of people, which is a-ok, but it does't jive with my personal style or the conservative nature of my job. I'll stick to sales at mainstream stores for now...
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Review from Anna H.
Halifax, NS
12/10/2009 1 photo
Navigating mega thrift stores is a special breed of shopping, not for everyone, but those who are into it know they can find some amazing things hidden in the miles of aisles (sorry Joni). I am one of these folks, and particularly love the linens and house wares sections. Nothing gets my value-hunting juices flowing like a stack of vintage hankies or beautiful old vase. And at prices that are often under a dollar, I have to restrain myself from filling a cart.
This particular VV is mega, for sure, but I found the employees impressively nice. Floor staff were polite as they wheeled awkward carts around the store, and the girl who checked me out even knocked 20 cents off of a mug I bought. Some of you who may not be interested in saving 20 cents and to those I send my pity, as you will never know the joy of getting a deal on an already ridiculously low-priced item.
