* BC - Gothic Retail Stores *
A list of the most popular vendors in BC for all sorts of Gothy goodies. Although the BC scene is primarily focussed in Vancouver, we'd like to list cool shops from all over the province. Just a note: there are many shops in the province that sell a *few* Gothy things, but <b>this is a list of places where the majority of the stock would be of interest to Goths</b>. If you know of any, please post about them! If you see a broken link, error, or want me to add anything please reply to this and I will make the change.
[color=white]Clothing: Gothic, Punk and Vintage[/color]
<ul><li><a href="http://www.adrenalinevancity.com/">Adrenaline</a> [color=9966CC]982 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 669-6800[/color]
Mens and ladies clothing, accessories, body jewelry, smoking supplies. Also tattooing and piercing services.</li><li><a href="http://www.chardwolfarmory.com">Chardwolf Armory</a> [color=9966CC]Kamloops, BC malakav@chardwolfarmory.com[/color]
Custom made leather and chainmaille jewelry, clothing, body armor, and decor for men & women.</li><li><a href="http://www.deadlyfetish.com/">Deadly Couture</a> [color=9966CC]317A Cambie St., Vancouver. (604) 609-3766[/color]
Ladies' corsets, Gothic, cyber, punk and fetish clothing. Also carrying <i>Demonia, Devious, Pleaser</i>, and <i>Lucious</i> shoes. Located "underneath" Venus & Mars.</li><li><a href="http://www.deluxejunk.com/">Deluxe Junk Co.</a> [color=9966CC]310 Cordova St., Vancouver. (604) 685-487[/color]
Ladies' and mens' gently used vintage clothing, shoes, and accessories.</li><li><a href="http://www.flamingangels.net/">Flaming Angels</a> [color=9966CC]Online store. (604) 377-1165[/color]
Mens' and ladies' Gothic clothing, accessories, shoes, home decor, and jewellery.</li><li><a href="http://www.heartweardesigns.ca/">Heart Wear Designs</a> [color=9966CC] Victoria, by appointment. (250) 217-6172[/color]
Custom-made "cloaks and corsets for everyday theatre".</li><li><a href="http://www.velvetandlace.com">House Gallery Boutique</a> [color=9966CC]2865 West 4th Ave., Vancouver. (604) 732-8647[/color]
Custom and ready-to-wear apparel for men, women and children that span Medieval through Edwardian styles. Excellent corset selection (note: plastic boning is used. Not for support or tightlacing).</li><li><a href="http://www.laceembrace.com/">Lace Embrace Atelier</a> [color=9966CC]Online store & by appointment. (604) 737-1119[/color]
Corsets! Corsets! Corsets! Custom order. Very authentic historical styles, with sturdy steel boning construction. Some ready-made corsets available at Front & Co. (3772 Main St.).</li><li><a href="http://www.le-chateau.com">Le Chateau</a> [color=9966CC]Various locations (store locator), online store.[/color] Believe it or not, they have been a Goth's secret source for mens' & ladies' clothing for over 2 decades. "Normal" store with moderate pricing and a good selection of cool items, including hosiery and shoes.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Legends Retro Fashion</b> 4366 Main St., Vancouver. (604) 875-0621[/color]
Exceptional ladies' and men's vintage clothing, shoes and accessories.</li>
<li>[color=9966CC]<b>Millennium</b> Metropolis @ Metrotown Mall, 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby (upper level near HomeSense). 604-451-7500[/color]
Carrying a selection of clothing by <i>TRIPP NYC, Lip Service, Lucky Thirteen, Vexy</i>, and <i>Demonia</i> shoes, plus accessories and decor.</li><li><a href="http://www.newworlddesigns.bc.ca/">New World Designs</a></b> [color=9966CC]306 West Cordova St., Vancouver. (604) 687-3443[/color]
Gothic and Renaissance period ladies' clothing, jewellery, shoes, corsets, and accessories. Some men's wear, tends to be more rivet-head oriented.</li>
<li><strike>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://www.organizedkaosclothing.com/">Organized Kaos</a> 1014 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 677-9688[/color]
Men's and women's clothing (mostly punk & retro, local designers), shoes, fine art, books, and some decor. All animal-friendly goods.</strike></li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Retro Rock</b> 594 Davie St., Vancouver. </a>. [/color]
Select vintage and modern clothing, shoes, housewares, and more. Formerly "Trash & Treasures" but with a clean new look and higher quality items.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Retro Wear</b> 610 Johnson St., Victoria. (250) 384-9327.[/color]
Vintage fashions for men & women; plus wigs, costumes, and a huge selection of t-shirt transfers available.</li><li><b>[color=9966CC]The Rock Shop</b> 1076 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 685-9228[/color]
Rock t-shirts, patches, wallets, and stickers. Metal/Punk/Gothic accessories and smoking supplies.</li><li><a href="http://www.roseandthorn.tk/">Rose & Thorn Clothing</a>[color=9966CC] Roberts Creek. (604) 314-5985[/color]
Ladies clothing specializing in neo-Victorian and Lolita/jrock styles.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Sativa/Labyrinth Gothic</b> 941 Commercial Drive, Vancouver. (604) 215-7436[/color]
Men's & women's clothing, accessories, novelties, smoking supplies & more. Also located at 702 Columbia St. (New Westminster) and #4-33550 S. Fraser Way (Abbotsford).</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Still Life Vintage Clothing</b> 551 Johnson St., Victoria. (250) 386-5655.[/color]</li><li><b> [color=9966CC]True Value Vintage Clothing</b> 710 Robson St., Vancouver. (604) 685-5403[/color]
Ladies' and mens' used and vintage clothing, lingerie, shoes and accessories.</li><li><a href="http://www.venusandmars.nu/">Venus and Mars</a> [color=9966CC]315 Cambie St., Vancouver (604) 687-1908, and 708 Columbia St., New Westminster (604) 540-1908[/color]
Ladies' Mediaeval and Renaissance style gowns, small selection of shoes and accessories. Some mens' wear. Apparently the New Westminster store has a larger selection.</li></ul>
[color=white]Clothing: Fetish (PVC, Rubber, Leather)and BD/SM Gear[/color]
<ul><li>[color=9966cc]<a href="http://www.bleedingrose.com/Bleeding%20Rose%20Afterdark.htm">Bleeding Rose Afterdark</a> 584 Johnson Street, Victoria. (250) 385-3099[/color]
Queer books & videos, adult products, good selection of BDSM/leather/rubber fetish wear for men & women, coffee bar, computer services and dungeon.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.dare-to-wear.com/">Dare To Wear</a> [color=9966CC]1028 Granville St., Vancouver.[/color]
PVC clothing, lingerie (more info to come soon).</li><li><a href="http://www.fetwear.com/">FetWear</a> [color=9966CC]931C Brunette Ave., Coquitlam. (604) 526-9327 [/color]
Fetish fashions & lingerie for men & women, sexy costumes, and a selection of corsets by Vollers. Also adult toys, games, books & more. </li><li><a href="http://www.judybashadesigns.com/">Judy Basha Designs</a> [color=9966CC]Online store. (604) 725-3843[/color]
PVC clothing, corsets and accessories for men and women.</li><li>[color=9966CC][b]Love's Touch[/b] 1069 Davie St., Vancouver. (604) 681-7024[/color]
Toys, accessories, and a good selection of BD/SM gear, PVC and costume fetish wear for men & women.</li><li><strike><a href="http://www.macksleathers.com/">Mack's Leathers</a> [color=9966CC]1043 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 688-6225[/color]
Leather fashions and BD/SM gear for men and women. Jewellery and body piercing services.</strike></li><li><a href="http://www.mikescustomleather.com/">Mike's Custom Leather</a> [color=9966CC]By appointment. (604) 319-6755[/color]
Exotic sculpted leather ladies' clothing, as well as metal and rubber creations. Frequently available at <a href="http://www.gothic.bc.ca/cgi-bin/Blah/Blah.pl?b=60,m=1076913649">SinCity</a> fetish nights.</li><li><a href="http://www.nancyblack.net/">Nancy Black Designs</a> [color=9966CC]Online store. (604) 633-9488[/color]
PVC clothing and accessories for men and women.</li><li>[color=9966CC][b]Ultra-Love[/b] 1151 Davie St., Vancouver. (604) 687-2337[/color]
A good selection of toys, accessories, BD/SM gear, PVC and costume fetish clothing for men and women.</li><li><a href="http://www.womynsware.com/">WomynsWare</a> [color=9966CC]896 Commercial Dr., Vancouver. (604) 254-2543[/color]
Woman-owned fetish and sex shop. Chainmail, S/M clothing, toys and accessories.</li></ul>
[color=white]Costume, Cosmetics and Hair[/color]
<ul><li><b><strike>[color=9966CC]Act One Theatrical Supplies</b> 606 Robson St., Vancouver. (604) 687-0737[/color]
Costumes, dance wear, exotic hair colour (Punky Colour, Manic Panic) and theatrical cosmetics.</strike></li><li><a href="http://www.thepartybazaar.com/">Bazaar and Novelty/The Party Bazaar</a> [color=9966CC]215 West 2nd Ave, Vancouver. (604) 873-524[/color]
Costumes (tonnes!), wigs, toys, stage make-up, decor and party supplies. Mask-making and craft supplies (*wicked* mask forms!).</li><li><b>[color=9966CC]Dressew Supply Ltd.</b> 337 West Hastings St., Vancouver. (604) 682-6196[/color]
Costumes, masks, evening gloves, wigs, craft and party supplies, as well as discount fabrics and notions (some steel corset boning available). Now selling glass beads. **Cash or cheque payments only.</li><li><a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/setcountry/home.tmpl?ngextredir=1&COUNTRY_ABBR=CA">M*A*C Cosmetics</a> [color=9966CC]908 Robson St., Vancouver. (604) 682-6588[/color]
Foundation powder: a Goth's best friend ("NW15"), and black eyeshadow that's actually jet black. Many locations in BC, usually inside The Bay (use store locator). The location listed here is the Pro store, with very hard-to-find colours/products in stock.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Retro Wear</b> 610 Johnson St., Victoria. (250) 384-9327.[/color]
Vintage fashions for men & women; plus wigs, t-shirt transfers, and a wide slection of costumes for purchase or rental.</li></ul>
[color=white]Housewares, Decor and Gifts[/color]
<ul><li><a href="http://www.chintz.com/">Chintz and Company</a> [color=9966CC]950 Homer St., Vancouver. (604) 689-2022 [b]and[/b] 1720 Store St., Victoria. (250) 381-2404[/color]
Extremely deluxe furniture, garden decor, kitchenware and linens. Also very unusual novelty items (like rhinestone encrusted hammers and feather dusters). Rich textiles, all historically-inspired designs.</li><li><a href="http://www.dragon-space.com/">Dragonspace</a> [color=9966CC]#6 - 1551 Johnston St., (Granville Island) Vancouver. (604) 689-8931[/color]
Beautiful Celtic and mythical motif jewellery, figurines, and knick-knacks. Also books, Tarot and incense.</li><li><a href="http://www.eccentricgenius.ca/">Eccentric Genius</a> [color=9966CC](by appointment) Vancouver. (604) 518- 8745[/color]
Unconventional contrivances for home and office. Scale working models of guillotines, trebuchets, and other archaic machines of destruction.</li><li><a href="http://www.libertyinside.com/index.html">Liberty</a> [color=9966CC]See website for locations.[/color]
A good place to find Gothic mirrors, candleholders, garden furniture, and knick-knacks. Lots of wrought iron.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Millennium</b> Metropolis @ Metrotown Mall, 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby (upper level near HomeSense). 604-451-7500[/color]
Dragons, wizards and swords, oh my! Celtic and Medieval-themed home decor items, smoking supplies, incense and some jewelry.</li>
<li>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://www.spencersonline.com">Spencer Gifts</a> Multiple <a href="http://www.keepyourreceipt.com/cgi-bin/fstates/cgi/states.pl?command=display&state=Canada&text=Canada">locations</a> (scroll down for BC)[/color]
Tons of novelties, housewares, spooky jewelry and gag gifts - apparently a good selection of pewter items as well. Even better around Hallowe'en time!</li>
<li><a href="http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/">Warriors and Wonders</a> [color=9966CC]3381 Cambie St., Vancouver. (604) 875-1867[/color]
Amazing selection of swords! Egyptian, Medieval, faerie, skull, dragon, and mythical statues, knick-knacks and jewellery. Great prices.</li></ul>
[color=white]Jewelry and Accessories[/color]
<ul><li><a href="http://www.adrenalinevancity.com/">Adrenaline</a> [color=9966CC]982 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 669-6800[/color]
A huge variety of body jewelry and other accessories. Also tattooing and piercing services.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://www.ardene.com">Ardene</a> and <a href="http://www.claires.com">Claire's</a> Various mall locations (store locator), plus online stores.[/color]
"Normal" shops which are great sources for cheap accessories (it's actually not that cheap, but they often have 2-for-1and 3-items-for-$10 sales). Costume jewelry, body jewelry, hair accessories, ear and nose piercing, some evening gloves, and more. More Goth-friendly stock seems to show up year after year.</li><li><a href="http://www.artofadornment.ca/">Art of Adornment</a> [color=9966CC](and <a href="http://stores.ebay.ca/Art-of-Adornment?refid=store">eBay store</a>) Vancouver. contact@artofadornment.ca[/color]
Unique hand-crafted Victorian, Renaissance & Gothic style accessories, featuring velvet chokers, cameos, sterling silver and crystal jewelry, wood box handbags, and elaborate top hats. Also retro Victorian costume supplies and hosiery. Online store only, but cash pick-up available (please email for info).</li><li><a href="http://www.dragon-space.com/">Dragonspace</a> [color=9966CC]#6 - 1551 Johnston St., (Granville Island) Vancouver. (604) 689-8931[/color]
Beautiful Celtic and mythical motif jewellery, figurines, and knick-knacks. Also books, Tarot and incense.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Heart's Content</b> 18 Fan Tan Alley, Victoria. (250) 380-1234 [/color]
Accessories for women: stockings, chokers, bracelets, and collars. Some boots and clothing.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.nextbody.com/">Next! Body Piercing</a> [color=9966CC]1068 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 684-6398[/color]
A wide variety of body jewellery. Tattooing and piercing services.</li>
<li>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://www.spencersonline.com">Spencer Gifts</a> Multiple <a href="http://www.keepyourreceipt.com/cgi-bin/fstates/cgi/states.pl?command=display&state=Canada&text=Canada">locations</a> (scroll down for BC)[/color]
Tons of novelties, housewares, spooky jewelry and gag gifts - apparently a good selection of pewter items as well. Even better around Hallowe'en time!</li></ul>
[color=white]Music Retailers (Vinyl, CD's, etc)[/color]
<ul><li>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://www.wreckords.com/">Wreckords</a> #117 - 9821 140th St., Surrey (604) 685-3784[/color]
Specializing in Industrial, Synth-pop, EBM, and Goth. Local and other independent artists available. CD's, DVD's and selected band merch. Wares regularly available at <a href="http://www.gothic.bc.ca/cgi-bin/Blah/Blah.pl?,b=60,m=1076913749">Sanctuary</a> nights.</li>
<li>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://cdn.scratchrecords.com/">Scratch Records</a> 726 Richards St., Vancouver (604) 687-6355[/color]
Excellent selection of alternative/local/independant artists on CD and vinyl. Ticket sales for selected local live events available; also provides label and distribution services.</li>
<li>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://www.zulurecords.com/">Zulu Records</a> 1972 West 4th Ave., Vancouver (604) 738-3232[/color]
All the new and used alternative/local/independant/avante-garde artists you can handle, crossing all genres. CD's, DVD's, vinyl and selected band merch. Good selection of hard-to find imported items. Ticket sales for selected local live events available.</li></ul></ul>
[color=white]Shoes/Boots Stores[/color]
<ul><li>[color=9966CC]<b>David Gordon Shoes</b> 840 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 685-3784[/color]
Cowboy boots, biker boots and Gothic shoes for men and women. Proud sellers of <i>Harley-Davidson</i> and <i>Doctor Martens</i> boots.</li><li><a href="http://www.fluevog.com/">John Fluevog Shoes</a> [color=9966CC]837 Granville St., Vancouver. (604) 688-2828[/color]
Easily the first icon of Gothic footwear. Stompy and pointy shoes/boots for men and women.</li><li><a href="http://www.hypatiashoes.com/">Hypatia Shoes</a> [color=9966CC] 1340 Davie St., Vancouver. (604) 688-4862.[/color]
Fabulous selection of fetish shoes and boots for men & women. Platforms, stompy, strappy, pointy - they have them all. Proud sellers of <i>Northbound Leather, Demonia, Pleasers, Lucious</i> and <i>Devious</i> brands.
<li><strike><a href="http://www.direct.ca/latienda/">La Tienda Shoe Salon</a> [color=9966CC]341 West Pender St., Vancouver. (604) 683-6200[/color]
Fetish shoes and boots from size 5 to 14. Coffee and juice bar. Exotic dance instruction and crossdresser makeovers by appointment.
</strike></li><li>[color=9966CC]<a href="http://www.modelexpressfashion.com/shop/">Model Express</a> 57 W. Hastings St., (Gastown), Vancouver. (604)-685-5052[/color]
Huge selection of fetish/exotic shoes and boots. Not the greatest part of town, but worth the trip.</li><li><a href="http://www.peterfoxshoes.com">Peter Fox Shoes Ltd.</a> [color=9966CC]2204 E. 11th Ave., Vancouver. (604) 253-3331[/color]
Extremely elegant ladies' bridal and formal shoes. Prepare to sell your first born for a pair.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Scalie Shoes Inc.</b> #102 - 370 E. Broadway (Kingsgate Mall), Vancouver. (604) 877-0752[/color]
Fetish shoes and boots (stompy, buckly, pointy, spikey, thigh-high) in a wide range of sizes. Excellent prices!</li></ul>
[color=white]Thrift Stores[/color]
<ul><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Salvation Army</b> Multiple Locations: <a href="http://www1.salvationarmy.org/can/www_can_bc.nsf/vw-dynamic-arrays/F183368B1C2A58B885256ECB005EBA18?openDocument">store finder</a>. [/color]
Clothing (men's, women's, children's), shoes, housewares, books, furniture, music, and more - still the lowest price thrift chains around.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>SPCA Thrift Store</b> <a href="http://www.spca.bc.ca/vancouver/thriftstores.htm">Multiple locations</a>. [/color]
Housewares, china/flatware, furniture, rugs, curtains, appliances, electronic equipment, clothing, games, and books.</li><li>[color=9966CC]<b>Value Village</b> Multiple Locations: <a href="http://www.valuevillage.com/whoweare/canada/bc.php">store locator</a>.[/color]
Probably the best spot to hit around Hallowee'en for costumes and storewide sales on clothing for the whole family. Also housewares, music, books, furniture and fabric.</li></ul>
Submitted by Valerian on June 29, 2007 - 8:26pm.
Velorium: Most of the Vancouver stuff on the list is walkable since it's mostly downtown, or do-able by a very short bus trip. There's only two shops (I think) in New West, but that's about a 35 minute drive (or SkyTrain trip) from downtown Vancouver. Venus & Mars should still be there, I think they just forgot to renew their domain (or else they are in the midst of changing it). They haven't closed or anything as far as I know. Sativa/Labyrinth Gothic is in New West, as well.
Darksyde: added!
Well, the best and quickest ways I know to advertise (for free) is to always put a descriptive link and/or image in your forum signatures no matter where you post (which it looks like you're already doing)... other than that, start a store blog on a site which is RSS feed-capable (example: LiveJournal, search engines pick those up), create a free MySpace page, submit your site to as many search engines as possible, and join a few web rings. :)
Submitted by velorium on June 22, 2007 - 8:52pm.
This list with stores is really helpfull, thank you. =)
Im searching for stores of clothes, boots, anything, near New Westminster, at least according to my travel agency thats where I'm going to live for 3 weeks. Of course I will travel around Vancouver but I guess it would be easier to go to the stores near where I'll stay. ^^
I tried Google and I found 'Venus and Mars' but the website Google gave me didnt work. -_-
Ive never been to Canada so I have no idea how far or how close the places are. :/
Submitted by Darksyde on April 14, 2007 - 11:37am.
hey i do custom jewelry, bondage, chainmail, armor etc i was wondering if i could be added to you list of links even though im more of a private shop (i noticed you had a few online stores)
www.chardwolfarmory.com in kamloops and kelowna bc
is there any other good places to advertise that people use?
Submitted by Akela on January 14, 2007 - 10:50pm.
Actually Model Express now has a website. They don't list all of their stock there, but still: www.modelexpressfashion.com
Submitted by rhyspar (not verified) on January 8, 2007 - 7:58pm.
I'm in search of some cheaper skirts and dresses/corsettes in the style of what they have at Millenium (Metrotown) but without the huge pricetag (hot skirt, but $104 for barely any fabric, sheesh). Does anyone know of anything in Vancouver or near there that would have what i'm looking for?
Respond here or email necrogirl@gmail.com
Submitted by showme (not verified) on December 2, 2006 - 5:15pm.
I'm looking for the name of a shop that sells goth dresses on columbia street near The Paramount, my gf saw a dress there while walking by that she went nuts over and I am trying to sneak back there and get it for her for christmas, any help would be greatly appreciated, I live in the states and have to do this on the downlo
Submitted by Puck on October 18, 2006 - 4:48pm.
Act 1 has also closed:(
Submitted by Puck on October 16, 2006 - 9:24pm.
Yeah, I was up there the other day and the shop is empty, with a broken window. There is a note taped to the front with prices for a bunch of fixtures and security things for sale.
Submitted by Valerian on October 16, 2006 - 10:45am.
It would appear that OrganizedKaos is no more...
Oh... you mean, their shop is (physically) gone?
Wow, that was quick. Mind you that whole strip of Granville street is becoming a huge flop. If they have actually vanished let me know and I'll remove the listing ASAP.
Submitted by Puck on October 16, 2006 - 10:17am.
It would appear that OrganizedKaos is no more...
Submitted by Khallayne (not verified) on September 13, 2006 - 1:53am.
Okay, so I went to Millenium again recently, and someone said they don't have furniture...Yes, indeed they do. I'm surprised nobody's corrected this yet. The cabinets that they hold their bongs and some of their dragons and such in ARE for sale, by order, they're just super expensive (Isn't everything? ::) ). Also, they have one or two glass-top tables with dragons for bases. This isn't actually what I wanted to post about though, it was about a specific shirt that I saw there (Less than a week ago, so around Sept. 9th). It was a double layer of thin material, cotton maybe? It was black, and if you turned it inside out, it was black and..grey..?...stripes, and the neck was like a turtleneck, only seriously baggy, almost like an all around hood. Not sure if anyone's seen it or not, but it was horribly overpriced ($70 for that? :-/ No thanks). So I was wondering if anyone's seen any shirts/sweaters like that, with the huge turtleneck. Thanks ;)
PS - It was a Vexy shirt, just in case anyone was wondering. Loved it.
Submitted by harrysheep on August 24, 2006 - 12:42am.
Yeah, I think they're pretty new. And yep, that myspace page is just hideous..... but stop in and have a looky: they've got good stuff.
Submitted by Valerian on August 20, 2006 - 11:11am.
I did a google search and found Millennium's phone number rather easily: 604-451-7500
But then that was before I realized that I've had their phone & address in the list the whole time, but under Decor & Gifts. LOL! Not surprising, they used to only sell giftware & stuff. I think the clothing is a pretty recent addition (within the last 2 years).
Organized Kaos is not on the list because um... no one has ever recommended it (this is actually the first I've heard of it - are they new?). I just Googled them & got their MySpace page. It is such a pain to look at that I'm not going to link it, but I'll add the store to the list because it does look like they have some pretty neat stuff. :P
Submitted by harrysheep on August 20, 2006 - 10:53am.
Not sure if Organized Kaos is on the retail stores list - they're on Granville, sorta near the Rock Shop. Pretty good stuff - lots of Flaming Angels gear.
Submitted by SLove on August 13, 2006 - 1:42pm.
Well I can't find Millennium in the phonebook, or find their number on the internet. They're not even on the Metrotown website. I was hoping someone would know (or at least know their number?) before I bus out there for nothing. I am totally guilty of not phoning Scalie. I'll give them a call about the boots I want.
Submitted by Valerian on August 12, 2006 - 3:06pm.
Depends what you want. I found most prices to be between $50-$120 at Scalie, but I haven't been there lately. If you have something pretty specific in mind I'd suggest calling them both and asking. I'm sure you'll get a quicker answer that way anyway. (why is it no one calls anyone anymore?)
Submitted by SLove on August 12, 2006 - 2:05pm.
What's the price range of the shoes at Millenium and at Scalie Shoes? I'm interested in checking them out but I just can't afford paying $150+ for a new pair of boots like they charge at Fluevog.
Submitted by Valerian on August 9, 2006 - 11:59pm.
Thanks! - added Millennium. I don't get out of downtown much so if there's anything else I should be listing, speak up, folks! Remember, stock must be <i>primarily</i> Goth-friendly.
:)
Submitted by razorplayground on August 9, 2006 - 11:46pm.
just wanted to let u know since its not on there..that Millenium at Metrotown in Burnaby carries clothing: brands like TRIPP NYC, Lipservice, Lucky Thirteen, Vexy, and Demonia shoes. We started bringing it in about 6 months ago so if u havent been to the store to see all the new stuff you should come check us out.
Submitted by BookWyrm on July 12, 2006 - 11:50pm.
I came across a new store recently - it's on Granville (1028? I think) and sells inexpensive gothy-type stuff. Not the highest-end quality, but you can get a pair of studded PVC-ish pants for under $30, which is cool. Lots of corsetty-bustier type tops too, and some leather. Also a wide selection of fishnet shirts, bodysuits, etc etc. Basically this is the place to go if SinCity is in 5 hours and you have nothing to wear. Worth checking out. It's called Dare to Wear. Their site seems to be down but if I recall correctly it was (under construction) at www.dare-to-wear.com.
Submitted by Hannah on June 9, 2006 - 11:45am.
Thank you :)
Submitted by Trixy on June 8, 2006 - 8:48pm.
Bluenotes also carries striped socks and nylons/tights. Awful clothes, decent socks.
Submitted by Hannah on June 8, 2006 - 8:43pm.
(checks if she mentioned that she was looking for knee-high/over-the-knee) Yep, I did :B
Alright, I'll check those out, thanks :)
Submitted by Valerian on June 8, 2006 - 5:32pm.
There's a hosiery shop in Royal Centre Mall (Burrard & Georgia) that sells some, I know that for sure. Otherwise try The Bay downtown - they have a pretty big selection of tights and socks, and may have some. Le Chateau may have a small selection, if there's one near you maybe try them too.
Socks are a pretty small and inexpensive item, so a lot of online stores won't list them.
Submitted by Hannah on June 8, 2006 - 5:22pm.
Are there any stores in Vancouver that sell the striped Knee High/Over the Knee socks? I couldn't find any in the places on the list (unless I missed something; those sites can be hard to navigate...sorry :B)
~Thank you
Submitted by Puck on March 27, 2006 - 7:15pm.
Millenium is now stocking Lip Service, and the lady that makes Deadly Dicotomy(sp?) has now opened her own shop, Deadly Coture, on Camby under Venus and Mars.
Submitted by esquire on February 6, 2006 - 10:09am.
Millenium sells incense burners, pipes, bongs, a lot of new age statues likes dragons, gargoyles and wizards. They also sell attitude t-shirts with Spongebob, Simpsons, Family Guy, Trailer Park Boys characters. As for gothic jewellery and other stuff, I bought a nice anhk there not too long ago. They have celtic jewellery, mainly necklaces and rings. I didn't see any wrist bands or anklets or bellychains or anything like that. No gothic clothing or furniture either. If you're looking for gothic jewellery, Spencers Gifts has a much bigger selection.
Submitted by Valerian on February 4, 2006 - 3:20pm.
Regarding the "Millennium" store inside Metrotown - could someone who's in the area take a good look in there for me, and let me know what kind of things they sell? I have only been in there once, and all I recall was swords. I'd like to add them to the list, but not if that's the only thing remotely Gothy they have. I'd like to know if they have jewelry that might appeal to our crowd, or knick-knacks, furniture, clothing, etc.
Submitted by harrysheep on November 28, 2005 - 10:38pm.
I love that J-Roc on Trailer Park Boys is the Jonovision man!!
tangentially yrs,
sheep
Submitted by Rabbit on October 10, 2005 - 12:34pm.
Just a hunch since I haven't seen the store yet, but that [i]would[/i] explain why it is called "Jaywalk" (i.e. J-Rock).
Intuitive, haha. I just thought that it was trying to sound 'rebellious', because jaywalking is so incredibly hard-core, you know. ;)
Submitted by Atratus on October 10, 2005 - 11:48am.
... reminded me a bit of like Japanese-type fashion.
Just a hunch since I haven't seen the store yet, but that [i]would[/i] explain why it is called "Jaywalk" (i.e. J-Rock).
Submitted by Rabbit on October 9, 2005 - 8:39pm.
I noticed a newish store in Granville called 'Jaywalk Clothing'. It wasn't incredibly gothy but they had a lot of things that /could/ be gothy with some work. Most of it was just brightly coloured and reminded me a bit of like Japanese-type fashion.
Submitted by donnaidh_sidhe (not verified) on October 2, 2005 - 11:21am.
There's a place next door to the Kripps pharmacy (Granville at Nelson in Vancouver) that sells "alternative" clothing and accessories, as well as a decent stock of body jewellery. It's called Adrenaline.
Submitted by lifeless_drone on June 29, 2005 - 3:25pm.
umm.... i dont know really, i only went there once. sorry
Submitted by Valerian on June 28, 2005 - 10:07pm.
Does Warriors and Wonders on Cambie Street have finger armour? Anyone know? I've only ever been in there once...
Submitted by lifeless_drone on June 28, 2005 - 7:14pm.
thanks. i didn't really pay to much attention to Millenium. i got some great sterling silver finger armour at spencer gifts around april...well atleast they said it was sterling....
Submitted by MidLman on June 28, 2005 - 6:26pm.
The store in Metrotown Mallthat everyone is thinking of is probably Millenium. It's near the theatre entrance. You can't miss it with all the dragons and swords in the window. Dragonspace has cool stuff too.
However, if you're looking for the finger-armor style rings, you won't find them at either location. I was shopping around for those as well just a few months ago, and couldn't find any. My honest suggestion is, IF that's what you're looking for, shop around online, especially on e-bay. The trick is to find out your ring size at a jewellery store, and go from there. Most auctions on e-bay will list a size range ie "fits sizes 10-12". From experience, the ring is more likely to be close to the larger end of that range. (ie closer to 12).
Submitted by lifeless_drone on June 27, 2005 - 9:55pm.
thanks. i'll check the adress on google. thanks again :D
Submitted by Freaker on June 27, 2005 - 9:51pm.
A *moderate* selection of such things can be found in the Granville Island market in the Dragonspace store. It's adequate. It seems to me that there's a store in Metropolis in the Metrotown mall as well. Sorry in both cases, addresses unknown due to the fact that these places are landmarks to me anyway.
Submitted by lifeless_drone on June 27, 2005 - 9:00pm.
Do any of you know a shop in downtown vancouver that has a great selection on gothic style rings for men? A phone # & adress would be great. Thanks :)
Submitted by Atratus on May 25, 2005 - 2:25pm.
Hot Topic doesn't have outlets in Canada. The closest thing was Cheap Thrills, but they recently closed down for good. New World Designs carries some Lip Service brand clothes. What kind of things are you looking for?
Submitted by BtotheRITTO (not verified) on May 24, 2005 - 11:12pm.
Is there a Hot Topic, or something like it, in Vancouver *preferbly metrotown, or close to metrotown*
Submitted by Valerian on February 4, 2005 - 10:01am.
It's much more comfortable to have some kind of "quick exit" from a corset, for the odd unforseen circumstance when you might have to get it off quickly by yourself (hyperventilation, a heated moment with a passionate partner, etc.) - so some sort of front mechanism is a good idea. They sell hook & eye tape cut to length there, so think about going for that. It's not terribly strong so you won't be able to cinch super-tightly, but it will do the job with the minimum of sewing. All the notions are in the basement. Of course, if this is for SinCity, you'll have some fun shopping upstairs for wigs and costume accessories too!
I'm in the middle of making a new corset myself. I doubt it will be done in time though. I have a lot of other proects on the go at the same time! But you never know...
Submitted by BookWyrm on January 31, 2005 - 6:42pm.
Marvelous! Thanks so much for the additional resources. I don't think for this corset that I will order a busk; I'll just have to make do with what I can scrounge up (Valentine's Sin City is fast approaching!) so I may go [i]sans busk[/i] on this one. I'm a pattern-free kinda gal, so I wouldn't want to expend a lot of money without any guarantee of success, anyhow. I have yet to get to Dressew (*insert sharp intake of breath*) which I have heard is a must see. What with statistics homework and all there's little time to get downtown. Thanks again for the help.
Submitted by Valerian on January 30, 2005 - 3:06pm.
Your best bet is to order a steel busk from <a href="http://www.farthingales.on.ca/busks.php">Farthingale's</a> in Toronto. I have yet to find a store here that has any in stock, although they might order one in for you. That being said, Farthingale's is most likely where they will order it in from, so save yourself a few bucks & order direct. Dressew has quite a bit of corset-making supplies - spiral steel boning & flat steel boning in a wide array of lengths (as well as all the plactic boning you can handle, plus lingerie hook & eye closures for the front if you don't want a steel busk). I make my corsets with steel boning & steel busks for the durability & cinching power. I have to admit I'm not a fan of plastic.
If you ever need to shop around for corset supplies, I made myself a comparison chart for materials <a href="http://valerian.araneum.ca/Images/LJ/corsetsupply.htm">here</a>. It's not comprehensive by any means, but it has links to some good resources (almost all are in the US though).
Submitted by BookWyrm on January 29, 2005 - 11:24pm.
My first post! Yay.
A coupla things - as far as peircing goes, I recently had my helix peirced by Bear at Sacred Heart. I would HIGHLY recommend him, he made me and my friends who were also getting peircings very comfortable, he took his time and explained the process and the aftercare very clearly. He was obviously interested in our well being and making sure the experience was a good one.
A now a question - I am a newbie corsetmaker (I've made one, using brocade fabric and plastic canvas for boning). I'm making another, this time out of velvet, and I have bought boning this time from Textile Clearing House (Fraser at 41st - very cheap and lots of cool fabric). However, I am looking for a busk or some sort of material I could use to make one. Any suggestions? Does anyone know of a place that sells corsetmaking supplies in the Vancouver area? Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
Submitted by SwoopGuy on January 15, 2005 - 1:03pm.
Women's clothing still makes up the bulk of the inventory, but of all the places I checked out while I was on the mainland, New World had the largest selection. The men's stuff had mostly a PVC/Fetish slant to it, whereas the women's is both classic and modern. For classic stuff I was able to pick up two nice shirts at Venus and Mars in New West.
And thanks again to Valerian about the tip on the shoe store at Kingsgate mall. I picked up a decent pair of boots at a great price. I just have to resist the temptation to wear them everywhere.
Later,
Swoopguy
Submitted by Atratus on January 15, 2005 - 11:36am.
Good to know! I've been wanting some new clothes and hadn't really even thought about New World since their men's selection used to be so small.
Submitted by SwoopGuy on January 14, 2005 - 8:10pm.
In regards to New World Designs...
You might want to expand the description to include some men's wear, because I was in just before I left for the island, and they have expanded their selection to include some pretty nice things for guys. The designs include stuff by "lip-service", and Deadly Dichotomy Designs, the latter being produced by a local Vancouver lady.
If I'd had any money left after my post christmas shopping spree, I'd probably have picked something up. Oh well.
Swoopguy
Submitted by amazon_warbitch on January 1, 2005 - 11:16pm.
Thanks a bunch, I'll check out the places you mentioned. The only reason for my restriction to Vancouver is ease of access. I am what you could call transportation-impaired. Tahnks again!