Second Look On Granville

I came here looking for dress pants since I was in the area (I split mine at the bum earlier this week and needed some pants ASAP). I wanted to get high end on consignment, however, the prices were almost the same as buying it new only someone has worn them before. I was a little insulted and went elsewhere. Customer service was lacking, however, they really need to re-​think their price mark.

I had never been treated so poorly by anyone except for the tiny lady who owns this place. She’s probably one of the rudest people that I have ever met. It’s pretty cold in Vancouver so when I came in I had a lot of layers and was wearing a chunky scarf. I was browsing through not knowing the layout. I came across this really beautiful dress and right away she hissed and said that’s not my size and style. That’s for very tall and reallly really skinny people. WOW I just looked at her. I will not be going back. I work in the service industry and that’s not how you treat any clients. She needs to work on her manners and customer service.

Do not shop here!!! Prejudice against the Gay community!
Once thought Vancouver was a place where certain things never mattered I. e your sexuality.
The owner of second look cares very much.
I went into her store in search of a pair of red high heeled shoes for a school project. I am a film student, so we are always in need of a wide range of props.
Anyhow I walked into this store, completely empty. The owner was standing behind the counter lifting weights upon entry. I walked in and said «hello» to her. She responded with a uncomfortable «hi…». I informed her that I was a film student looking for a pair of red high heeled shoes for a project. I do not care what size they are (for the fact they would not be worn). She responded that we must leave because she does not sell to «our kind» she convinced herself I was a cross dresser! Which to me is quite funny because I would make a horrible looking female. It was absolutely disgusting though how she then told us to leave her store right then and there due to the fact that we were gay.
This is disgusting that this is happening here in Vancouver, out of all places.
THIS PLACE SHOULD BE SHUT DOWN!!!

This store, like it’s competitor close by, charges way over the odds for outdated secondhand clothes. Once again, there are a few, seriously overpriced, designer labels and once again, the staff are not friendly or helpful. This is a much smaller store, but otherwise very similar. Not worth the trip or the time to visit.

This store is a joke compared to turnabout. The prices are comparable to brand new items. You’re definitely not saving any money here. I was eyeing a pair of boots from turnabout but was sold to some lucky gal… We’ll, months later it appeared at this store with 15% more markup from the original price.
I agree that the owner can be standoffish or rude, but you can negotiate for layaway payment plan if you really like some of the designer bags.
My advice, take your money to Turnabout. Lovely staff and they know their designer goods. They are the oldest consignment store in Vancouver. Second look on Granville is definitely not a go see, and with that attitude to customers – you are definitely not getting my business.

This store can be hit or miss. It is almost all high-​end designer with the prices to match. It is definitely one of the more expensive consignments stores in Vancouver, but you can still get great items at a reasonable price. One of my favourite things ever, is from this store.
The owner can be standoffish to some, though she is nice to me as I have been coming for a few years now. She is also open to negotiating. Worth taking a look if you are going to Turnabout.

If you’re into high-​end business wear or ritzy evening wear (but would rather not break the bank by buying brand new), you’ll want to check out Second Look — a local consignment shop for women.
Note of caution though — this’ll only appeal to you if you like riffling through racks and racks of clothing (yes, I know it’s the standard set-​up, but I don’t have to like it!). The space is also a bit cramped and claustrophobic (
). Though, I suppose if I need to set myself up with some formal attire for hobnobbing, I could invest some time searching for a gem or two.
Oh, and speaking of gems… for ‘gently used’ clothing, this place is priceyyyyy — it *is* super high end after all. Check out any of the price tags, and you’ll see a confusing jumble of marked down prices in pen: An original price — crossed out, followed by a reduced price below that — crossed out, followed by yet another one below that — crossed out. Yet, it’s still beyond my reach!
But I also get the impression that prices are negotiable, if haggling happens to be your forte. Even with all those markdowns, the sales lady told me that the entire rack in the middle was yet an additional 25% off!
Awesome. But not today. I’ll be back when I get an invite to hobnob with the rich and famous.

Quality designer second hand clothing, but far too expensive. $ 80 for a Wolford’s tank top? I am aware of how much it would cost were it new… but it was not. Owner unfriendly, but reluctantly willing to haggle over prices of a few items.
Try Turnabout down the street instead.

This high-​end consignment store is just a few doors down from Turn About, and although Turn About is my favourite of the two, it’s worth stopping into Second Look as well. The store is a bit cramped, making it hard to really search through the racks for the perfect second-​hand find, but if you’re patient, you might find a real gem. Second Look generally carries plenty of women’s wear, shoes and accessories from high end designers such as Armani, Max Mara, BCBG, and Prada, and all of the apparel here is in very good condition. Typically, I find that there is a lot here in the way of women’s suits and some fancy dresses, but perhaps less in the way of everyday or casual wear. As for the prices, they’re not inexpensive, but for the labels that are here, you’re likely to pay half or a quarter of the original price. Overall, Second Look is worth taking in, and likely is worth rooting through the racks and racks; you might just find a hidden treasure.