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1. Wink Beauty Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6A 1K3
(604) 696-9465
Categories:
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply,
Day Spas,
Eyelash Service
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
**Girlie review alert**
My lashes are saying thank you - thank you - thank you! My peepers couldn't feel prettier after my first trip to Wink today! With over 80 different styles of semi perm. lashes and a comfortable lash-tastic area - I feel like a…More »
2. Betsey Johnson
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A1
(604) 488-0314
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: West End, Downtown
One of the few designers that can bring me to my knees, squeal with joy, ooh and ahh, all while drooling (and gasping over the price tags).
Anytime I feel a little blah, a trip to Betsey will fill me with glee for the rest of the day. It's like a…More »
3. Object Design - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
(604) 683-7763
Category:
Jewellery
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
I'm wishing...I'm wishing...for the one I love...to buy me...to buy me... something pretty from here! (if you were in my head right now - you'd be hearing the Snow White Wishing Fountain song)
Beautiful jewelry pieces by local artists, helpful…More »
4. The Diamond
Vancouver, BC V6A 1E7
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
And then just when I thought they couldn't outdo themselves, I pop one of The Diamond's stuffed baby squids in my mouth. Stuffed with peanut pesto, I now know to save some room in my liquid filled tummy for yummy late night treats!
Gourmet snacks FTW!More »
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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3/21/2010
Almost, without fail, if anyone needs a recommendation or I am meeting friends for a drink in… Read more »
5. Boneta Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A5
(604) 684-1844
Be warned - you will be smiling and bopping in your chair during your whole Boneta experience.
To start the evening, I surprised myself in choosing "The Vancouver" martini. Nothing in it sounded like what I would want in a drink, but I love my town…More »
6. CocoaNymph
Vancouver, BC V6R 2G5
(604) 222-4477
Category:
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhood: Point Grey
I blame November's Elite Party http://www.yelp.ca/biz... It's where I first tried CocoaNymph and fell for the dark chocolate and salted caramel bar. Fast forward a couple of months and...
There I am, trying to push the thoughts of a crunch and tang of…More »
7. Gravity Pope Shoes
Shoe-a-holics be warned. You're leaving with at least one new pair of kicks. The only shoe store in town to have never disappointed me - in terms of selection and service (and the right size!).
From designer Marc by Marc Jacobs to staple brands like…More »
8. Big City Cupcakes - CLOSED
Screeeeech (that's the sound of my car brakes); kerplunk (that's the sound of my farm fresh produce falling off the seat); yippie (that's the sound of me as I skip towards the new cupcake shop)
It's okay to have a cupcake for brekkie right?
Just opened…More »
9. Ingénue Fashion House
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G6
(604) 716-5733
Category:
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
*Girlie Alert*
It's like strolling through Portobello West, but any day of the week! Local designers, a wide range of looks and trends with bags, jewelry, and a heap of clothes! With Erin Templeton leather bags (like the beautiful green one I wanted…More »
10. Linda's Urban Spa
Vancouver, BC V6J 1G5
(604) 736-0030
Categories:
Nail Salons,
Hair Removal
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Ahhhh - the bikini waxer's place to go and never be seen. Consistently quick and effective, they deserve the awards they have won for best bikini wax in the Georgia Straight's annual reader's vote.
Of special interest is their pricing. It's a no…More »
11. Forsya Boutique & Gallery
Vancouver, BC V5T 3C7
(604) 568-8667
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Art Galleries
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
**girlie review alert**
I may take a quick peak in the window (of every store I visit) but what propels me to enter, is what the mannequin is wearing. I'm that kind of shopper! Which is probably why when I saw a beautiful dress on a mannequin in…More »
12. Wishlist Boutique
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G6
(604) 676-8070
Categories:
Flowers & Gifts,
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply,
Accessories
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
*Girlie Review Alert*
Is that pink baby bottles I see? Makeup? Jewelry? Pink dishwashing gloves? White shelves dipped in chocolates and pinks? Boxes that spell out "Shopping?"Did I just enter a place built specifically for all things gifty-girlie? I…More »
13. Portobello West Fashion + Art Market
Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1
Category:
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
The last Sunday of every month the Railway Station is home to some of the coolest designers and crafters that you can find in the city. Jewelry, clothing, art, baby attire, pottery, accessories and (yes!) they even have guys stuff too. It's a bit…More »
14. Mink - A Chocolate Café
Vancouver, BC V6C 3N9
(604) 633-2451
Categories:
Chocolatiers and Shops,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Downtown
For a choco-holic, this is my paradise. Great vibe as soon as you walk in and smell the warm ganache. They give you a choice between milk or dark chocolate for your mocha and use the ganache to prepare it - no syrup here. The clover coffee machine…More »
15. Drive Dance Centre
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A6
(604) 762-4232
Category:
Dance Schools
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Okay -only share this amongst your nearest and dearest. The Drive's Burlesque classes are more giggles and winks than you can shake your booty at.
This is not a pole dancing studio. They have all sorts of classes - like the "popping" class that…More »
16. Poppy Hair Boutique
I sent my boyfriend in to get his hair cut - just to test it out. The staff is really friendly and the cut is fantastic (thanks Jarred).
I had a great time waiting for his cut to be done. With brands like Bring Your Own Bag, Delux hats, Bumble and…More »
17. Anthropologie
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 381-5900
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Accessories
Neighbourhood: Downtown
If I were to be a brand - this is who I would be. If I lived in a store, this is where I'd live. I could spend hours debating the merits of one decorative doorknob with another and days reading cookbooks all the while deciding if I should justify…More »
18. Forever 21
San Francisco, CA 94108
USA
(415) 984-0380
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Men's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Union Square
Hummina, hummina, hummina. (said out loud, it sounds like a teenaged boy in the movies who has just seen the adolescent girl of his dreams).
Happily surrendering my untouched coffee at the door - I began to drool. And like any seasoned shopper on a…More »
19. Spoof
Toronto, ON M5V 2A2
Category:
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
It's been a while, and not much has changed at Spoof. It's still small and simple, the sales associates still let you know about the deals and the clothes are still cheap and compliment provoking.
Cotton style blazer that travels without creasing -…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/8/2009
Every time I visit Toronto I make a pit stop at Spoof. I discovered a backless top/dress that I wear… Read more »
20. M Smart Design - CLOSED
West Vancouver, BC V7T 2Z3
(778) 280-3610
Category:
Furniture Stores
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Strathcona
I have been carefully saving up for a big purchase because I fell in love at M Smart Design. The object of my desire? A natural latex mattress, breathable and sealed in organic merino wool. I know dreamy isn't it? (really, it's because I'm paranoid…More »
21. Show Room
Toronto, ON M5V 2A1
(416) 977-3888
Categories:
Men's Clothing,
Home Staging
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
Okay, so I haven't been inside Show Room for over 2 years - the last time I entered I walked out with the most fabulously expensive BROWN denim jeans that still give me compliments from strangers! Still, every time I put them on, I feel like a…More »
22. Nordstrom Rack
How have I not been exposed to Nordstrom's Rack before? I guess that's what you get for being from Vancouver!
The floor of shoes could have been more fantastic if the shoes didn't look so sad all strewn around, but the central shoe pairing area made…More »
23. Noir Lash Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6B 2S2
(604) 915-5274
Category:
Beauty and Spas
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
"Living in a material world
And I am a material girl
You know that we are living in a material world
And I am a material girl"
Okay, so maybe it's not quite like Madonna in the 80's but getting semi-permanent lashes, is definitely only cosmetically…More »
24. Zing Paperie & Design
Vancouver, BC V6C 3P
(604) 630-1885
Category:
Cards & Stationery
Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown
Very pretty store. The type you buy a housewarming gift from. It's got a cute little location along Coal Harbour's side of the Seawall.
I don't think it's a space I would specifically make my way to, if I wasn't walking along the path, and I was…More »
25. Trixi's Crepe & Coffeehaus
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W5
(604) 709-6181
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Creperies
Neighbourhoods: South Cambie, Riley Park
It would be hard not to have a soft spot for a coffee shop where the server (maybe the owner?) comes over and takes your order...
The overstuffed chairs in the back made me want to curl up and read, but alas, this was not the time! I watched as my…More »
26. Max's Bakery & Delicatessen
Vancouver, BC V6H 2L2
(604) 733-4838
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: Shaughnessy, Fairview Slopes
Nom, nom, nom, nom! So many sugary, buttery, rich pastries...what should I chose? That almond butter and chocolate croissant looks like it has a day's worth of carbs--let's have one of those! Okay, so there's no denying it, it was incredible...but…More »
27. Qoola Frozen Yogurt + Fruit - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6G 2M8
(604) 801-6338
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: West End
Saying "live cultures" will get you 15% off...unless you're already ordering a special - but then, you're already getting a deal!
Mango was on the menu last night, and dang, it was tarty and de-lish. So much in fact, that I could've-shoud've-would've…More »
28. Plenty
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G6
(604) 736-4484
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
This location is still the best when my Vancity shopping is concerned. I come here at least once a season, because they consistently have rad deals. From shoes (Toms and Hunters) to purses/bags (Matt and Nat and Co-Lab) and brands that I love (Gentle…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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7/22/2009 First to Review
*Wait, there's boys clothes here too!*
The lure of two large floors of pretty garments pulls me in… Read more »
29. Cupcakes
Vancouver, BC V6G 2M9
(604) 974-1300
A place that hand delivers a gift box consisting of mini cupcakes on your birthday deserves a fourth star.
It's been about a year since my last Cupcakes review. Since that time, I've tested out the other cupcakeries in town, I've eaten a lot of cake,…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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8/12/2009
I have sat on the fence about cupcakes, not my love for them, but how I feel about "Cupcakes." I… Read more »
30. Pieces Giftware
Richmond, BC V7E 3A4
(604) 271-1011
Category:
Cards & Stationery
Neighbourhood: Steveston
*Girlie Review Alert*
I may have been sporting a MEC rain jacket and puddle jumping around Steveston sans makeup, but make no mistake about it-- I'm a girl!
Stir a pinch of princess, a dash of nautical and a healthy dose of hostess-with-the-mostess…More »
31. Virgin Mary's
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X2
(604) 844-7848
Categories:
Used, Vintage & Consignment,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Five minutes before the parking meter expires. Tick tock tick tock!
That leaves no time to find the perfect birthday gift for a girlfriend at all! I was in panic mode, on a mission on Commercial, none of the stores I had speed-shopped in had what I…More »
32. Era Designs
Vancouver, BC V6B 2Y5
(604) 688-2714
Category:
Jewellery
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
Perhaps I can't afford shopping here (with the exception of very special occasions) but the magnetic poll towards sparkly vintage pieces had me at hello!
Custom jewelry, Canadian made diamonds plus a sparkling case full of Edwardian and Art Deco…More »
33. Gloss Beauty Bar
When I was a little girl, all I wanted to do was colour everything in pink while playing with makeup. And here I finally get to do so. Like a candy-scented chocolate bon bon, it feels like you're walking into some ultra girlie celebrity's dressing…More »
34. BeautyMark
Vancouver, BC V6B 2S2
(604) 642-2294
Categories:
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply,
Skin Care,
Makeup Artists
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
Think back, way back, back in the day when pixie cuts came in again, MAC was the newest thing on the block and Kevyn Aucoin (RIP) was my idol.
Back then, BeautyMark must have been newish too. And through the years, I must admit, I had never been a…More »
35. The Lip Lounge
Vancouver, BC V5V 3N5
(778) 330-6952
Category:
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Someone help me... Did I miss the back room? A secret tunnel that takes girls to the "lip" part of the lounge? Was I in the right store at all?
Read the reviews? (Check, okay so they're from last year, and Kreag S's said 3 makeup lines, but still)
…More »
36. Kiehl's
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A9
(604) 408-4182
Category:
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply
Neighbourhoods: West End, Downtown
I still stand behind their facial and body SPF's. Add to the list the hand salve and oil-free cleanser.
On my most recent visit to their new location on Robson Street, I was blown away by their service. AND by the fact that they now have paraben free…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/14/2009
Almost everything I own is as organic as it comes. After one too many years working in cosmetics, I… Read more »
37. La Vie En Rose
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A9
(604) 684-5600
Category:
Lingerie
Neighbourhoods: West End, Downtown
Ever feel like you're being stalked? Like every step you take, someone is watching you? If you haven't, just take a little browse through La Vie En Rose. You'll immediately feel that awkward, slightly frightened sensation that comes from knowing…More »
38. The Candy Aisle
Sugar, sugar, sugar - down low and up high (literally, there are candy bar boxes glued to the ceiling!)
If you're looking for old school sweets, or from afar treats, you'll likely find them here... along with many of your dentist's nightmares [insert…More »
39. skoah
Vancouver, BC V6B 5T4
(604) 642-0200
And then, I had my first facial in a long time... yes, the Facialicious. I knew it was good when I woke up during the facial massage... hope I wasn't drooling. Not only does it come with all the stuff you expect, but you also get a full leg and foot,…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/16/2010
Clean, not clinical. Friendly staff who totally related, and even knew the products from another… Read more »
40. Goorin Bros
Vancouver, BC V6B 2S2
(604) 683-1895
Categories:
Accessories,
Men's Clothing,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
Perhaps if I told you that my prized possession was a Schiaparelli hat box from the early 1940's (in my imagination, it once held the famous Dali shoe hat), or that I have bags and drawers full of hats and scarves you would understand my love for…More »
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