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1. Bruce Eyewear
Vancouver, BC V6B 2K7
(604) 662-8300
Categories:
Eyewear & Opticians,
Accessories
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
They have some seriously cool frames in this store. I'm talkin' SERIOUSLY cool. Not only that, the staff are super friendly and eager to have you try on as many pairs as it takes until you find that magical, perfect pair.
I went in there this…More »
2. East Vanity Parlour
Oh, how I love East Vanity Parlour. Let's see, they have awesome, talented hairstylists who I (not so) secretly wish would be my friends, their prices are the absolute best in town, the parlour itself has a quirky, kitchy aesthetic that appeals to…More »
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2/5/2011
This is truly a rad little hair parlour. I visited the shop almost a year ago when my hair was first… Read more »
3. Lace Embrace Atelier
Vancouver, BC V5T 2T5
(604) 737-1119
Categories:
Personal Shopping,
Women's Clothing,
Lingerie,
Bridal
Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant, Riley Park
One word to describe Lace Embrace Atelier: wow. I've been meaning to pay this little shop a visit for quite some time now, but last week I was finally given the perfect excuse as my best friend was looking for some lingerie for her wedding.
Upon…More »
4. Erin Templeton
Vancouver, BC V6B 2J8
(604) 682-2451
Categories:
Leather Goods,
Used, Vintage & Consignment,
Accessories
Neighbourhood: Chinatown
Well-made and timeless, every woman should own an Erin Templeton bag. I certainly plan on owning one of these beauties soon! Erin's designs are classic, without any "trendy" metal hardware or grommets. I love how you can change the length of the…More »
5. Anthropologie
Vancouver, BC V6H 3J7
(604) 734-2529
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Furniture Stores,
Kitchen & Bath
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Let me start this review by saying that Anthropologie is my very favourite clothing store. I have visited the Seattle and Edmonton locations, and just like many other ladies I almost peed my pants with excitement when I heard they were finally…More »
6. Funhouse Tattoo
I was looking to get a sizeable Victorian-style Alice in Wonderland piece done on my back a couple years ago, and a heavily tattooed friend of mine advised me to check out Art Godoy, the shop owner at Funhouse Tattoo. Good thing I did - Art did an…More »
7. Acupoint Wellness & Massage Therapy Centre
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1V3
(604) 688-7710
Categories:
Acupuncture,
Massage
Neighbourhood: Downtown
"Sweet mother of all things holy." Those were the words I found myself uttering after my first RMT massage with Sue. You know it's a great massage if it causes you to utter sacrilegious phrases. It's also gotta be great if you leave the place feeling…More »
8. Front & Company
Vancouver, BC V5V 3N7
(604) 879-8431
Categories:
Used, Vintage & Consignment,
Accessories,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Whenever I'm in the mid-Main neighbourhood, I have to stop here. Why? Because they have the most wonderful, random selection of almost everything a gal could ever want. Robot necklaces? Check. Vintage Alexander McQueen? Check. Flask with an old-timey…More »
9. skoah
Vancouver, BC V6B 5T4
(604) 642-0200
Oh, Skoah. How do I love thee? Let me count the ways...
I had my first facial at Skoah last summer. It was the facialiscious, and boy was it amazing. It was 75 minutes of pure bliss, and my skin looked incredible at the end. My technician was down to…More »
10. Change Lingerie
For affordable, beautiful lingerie and excellent customer service, Change is the place to be. My first visit to Change Lingerie was about three years ago, when my friend decided that she wanted to go lingerie shopping. Little did I know that I would…More »
11. Spank
Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y2
Category:
Shoe Stores
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
This has got to be one of the best shoe stores in the city. The selection is great, and the designs are inspired. I can't count how many pairs of shoes I've picked up in this store saying, "oh I LOVE these." I bought a pair of Victorian-inspired…More »
12. Community Thrift and Vintage
Vancouver, BC V6C 3N8
(604) 682-1004
Category:
Thrift Stores
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
I first heard about Community Thrift and Vintage from Scout Magazine, and I've been achin' to check it out ever since. Word on the street was that everything in this store is under $30, and I am so pleased to report that this is indeed the case. With…More »
13. L'atelier Hair Boutique
Vancouver, BC V6B 5P9
(604) 685-2444
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
So, I'm the type of person who isn't afraid to try a few different hairstyles. In my day, I've had everything from can-sit-on-it long, to pixie cut, to asymmetrical hair. Over the last year or so, I had been growing out my 'do, and as a result it…More »
14. Absolutely Fabulous Urban Spa
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2P9
(604) 738-6245
Categories:
Nail Salons,
Massage
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I had purchased a voucher for a 1/2 hour FIR sauna, a one-hour hot stone massage, and a one-hour facial around Christmastime, and recently I decided that the time had come to redeem it.
This spa is located at the southernmost end of Hornby St,…More »
15. Rocky Mountain Soap Company
Vancouver, BC V6H 3J9
(604) 731-5701
Category:
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
I've been shopping at Rocky Mountain Soap Company for a few years now, and I absolutely love it. About a year ago, it was featured on David Suzuki's website when he was doing his "dirty dozen" chemicals in cosmetics campaign; Rocky Mountain Soap…More »
16. Barefoot Contessa
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A7
(604) 255-9035
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Accessories
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
This is probably my favourite shop in Vancouver. The clothing is feminine, unique and beautiful, and I always get compliments on the pieces that I've bought here.
Also, for a boutique shop, the prices are very reasonable (comparable to "big box"…More »
17. Bombay Brow Bar
Vancouver, BC V6B
(604) 683-2769
Category:
Beauty and Spas
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
Last summer as I was strolling through Yaletown, I walked by BBB and was captivated by the bright colours emanating from this tiny Mainland St shop. I made a mental note to check out their website later, and upon doing so I made my first appointment…More »
18. Boutique Vasanji
I was doing some window shopping in Yaletown a while back, and as I passed Boutique Vasanji, I was lured in by a pair of cute shoes in the window that were shockingly inexpensive. Much to my suprise and delight, as I was looking through the clothing…More »
19. Portobello West Fashion + Art Market
Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1
Category:
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
I've been to Portobello West on a few occasions, and overall it's a nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon with a couple of girlfriends. I love being able to buy clothing and art directly from the artisans, and there are always interesting things to…More »
20. Bling Nails & Beauty Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6B 0C9
(604) 568-8208
Categories:
Hair Removal,
Nail Salons
Neighbourhood: Downtown
How are your fingers and toes lookin', ladies? If you hesitated at all to answer, methinks it's time to head over to Bling Nails & Beauty Lounge. I mean, what girl doesn't enjoy getting her nails did?
My best friend and I happen to have birthdays that…More »
21. Diane's Lingerie
Vancouver, BC V6H 3J7
(604) 738-5121
Category:
Lingerie
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Need to put a little more va-va-voom in your life? It's time to make a trip over to Diane's -the ladies here will make sure that you leave with the perfect lingerie for your body.
I was introduced to Diane's by a friend who taught me that it's okay to…More »
22. Sugarbox
Vancouver, BC V6B 5L7
(604) 569-1100
Categories:
Hair Removal,
Day Spas
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
Honestly, I know Sugarbox doesn't *need* any more five star reviews, but I can't keep my love for them bottled in. I was introduced to Sugarbox through my hairstylist at East Vanity Parlour during a conversation about horrible brow-shaping mishaps at…More »
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Vancouver, BC
Yelping SinceSeptember 2010
Things I LoveTwin Peaks, astronomy (NOT astrology), tattoos, nerd glasses, girls with attitude, yoga, stand-up comedy, hipsters, 90's grunge rock, art, secret languages, eyebrows, Guinness draught, learning, edgy hair cuts, farmers markets, words on paper, singing loudly, bright lipstick, running
Find Me InA leopard-print unitard
My HometownVancouver, BC
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I'm desperately trying to learn to do the moonwalk.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsBecause I wash myself with a rag on a stick.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadPillars of the Earth
My First ConcertGreen Day (Dookie Tour)
My Favourite MovieLost Highway, Kill Bill, Love Actually, Lord of the Rings, V for Vendetta
My Last Meal On EarthMy mom's cabbage rolls. Or salmon rolls. Or mushrooms. I just love all food!
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I HAVE to sing Alice In Chains' "Man in the Box" every time I play Rock Band.
Most Recent DiscoverySpinning! It burns like hell, but is so gratifying.
Current CrushMy husband, and the guys from Rammstein. Not gonna lie, those Germans are hot!