Pink Poodle

Lovely boutique clothes store, bright and quirky but a tad pricey… maybe somewhere to keep an eye out for the sales. I saw a few items that I knew my kid would love, so will return for a second opinion. Lots of nice fabrics, bags and scarfs.

The word ‘SALE!’ in the Pink Poodle windows beckoned us in during an afternoon of second hand shopping in the west end.
Pink Poodle has some really pretty things, there’s no doubt about that. But even with the reductions, everything was a little bit steep. Sadly, when there’s so many fantastic second hand shops for rummaging just seconds away, I don’t think I’d be tempted to spend my pennies here. And we weren’t given the warmest of welcomes either.
Unfortunately, I’d most likely give Pink Poodle a miss as there’s just so many more interesting places to shop in the vicinity.

There’s really nothing too spectacular about this place. I was walking about Byres Road heading back towards Uni when I decided to finally take a look here and see what it was all about.
As I walked in the door, I heard a faint ‘Hey’ coming from somewhere in the shop, and I couldn’t tell who the shop staff was, as we were all wearing winter coats. I finally figured out who worked in the shop when a girl with a clipboard was walking around taking inventory, or so it seemed. A little unprofessional to be wearing her winter coat in the store– turn up the heat, doll.
Anyway, they have fab rain coats and hunter wellies which made my heart happy, but everything else was a little too much for my taste– the jewelry was bold (in a cool way) and some pieces had glass animals hanging from them (in a not so cool way).
I wasn’t in the shop long, only because it’s not really my cup of tea, even though they do have loads of stuff like some of the other Unilocalers mentioned that might tickle your fancy. It’s worth popping in for a wee wander.

I’m from Glasgow but now live in Charelston South Carolina I love my visits to pink poodle. I gave a Chanel type coat which is just beautiful. Prices are pretty reasonable. Girls are always very pleasant I give them ten out of ten. Lynn Lawson

Sells a lot of cheap stuff at high prices, also very difficult when it comes to exchanging items. Staff rude.

I really like this shop and always pop in when I’m over Byres Road way. It has interesting stuff, lovely gifts and the sales are brilliant. But all that has been said and I’m really only writing this in response to some of the more negative comments made in earlier reviews. I’ve never had any issue with the sales staff at all, they’ve been nothing other than helpful and pleasant and I don’t think the clothes are overpriced. I bought a winter coat here and it’s still my favourite and still going strong two and a half years later. (And you know how much wear a winter coat gets in Scotland :) Same with the dresses I’ve purchased — they’re not cheap, but I know they’re not going to shrink or fall apart or get all bobbly and scraggy looking after one wash.
Sooo, all in all, a cracking wee shop and well worth a visit.

When I saw the Hunter wellies in the window, I already knew it was going to be a dear do. However the dresses are pretty nice and if they were about £10 cheaper I would buy loads! There are, however a few too many ‘one size fits all’ numbers, which never fit well.
This puts me off the place more than the prices, for the right dress I will have a little splurge, but if something is a one-​size thing, it will stay on the rack however much I love it!

I had an emergency and couldn’t go into town from work as I had to go to the West End. My manager said I was to replace her in conducting an interview on camera in Edinburgh the following day. Eeeep! As it’s the winter, I have woollys a-​go-​go but nothing smart and stylish to wear. I’m staying away from home because of the snow and my fab wardrobe is alas at home. This was desperation!!!
Pink Poodle’s a shop that looks like a sweet shop from the outside and temptation draws me with all the pretty colours. I’ve only been in once before and after my jaw fell off at the sight of the prices, I made a suave sharp exit.
I knew the prices would be high but it was an emergency. If I didn’t get it now I wouldn’t have time the following day as I was heading first thing to Edinburgh.
I didn’t know if they would have something suitable as some of their stuff is a bit funky and not in a good way. I trawlled round the store and accidently kept knocking some of the clothes of the hangers. Eep! As it’s not always a busy store I knew the shop keepers eyes would be on me, so I kept my eyes down and looked focused.
After getting nowhere and knocking yet another item off the hanger, I gave in and made eye contact with a member of staff. He was very polite and asked if he could help. I must have looked that desperate, so I said yes please. I explained my situation and he went straight to some pretty tops I hadn’t seen, it was exactly what I was looking for. He suggested matching it up with another top, which I had something similar at home. I said I’ll take it. Yes it was a lot more than I would pay for but it is pretty and ideal. He was very helpful and eased my desperateness of my situation.
Well I ended up in a unexpected photoshoot as well as the on camera interview. So thanks to the young man in Pink Poodle I looked ok. Yay!

Pink Poodle. Hmm. Wasn’t convinced the first time I wandered round and am still not convinced three years later. Don’t get me wrong, the décor is lovely; retro glamour with a purple motif, the staff are perfectly civil and the stock is always plentiful, but I simply have never found anything in there to tease my purse open.
Without any successful buying experineces in Pink Poodle early on, I’m wary to judge it now, as I have had little inclination to return! I see from the window displays though that they are keeping up to date with the fashionable, but frankly cheap looking floral bodycons of the moment, yet, unsurpisinly I think, charging through the nose for it. I have always thought their pricing to be that little bit higher than other retailers of ‘Motel’ and co.
I shan’t write Pink Poodle off though; there may come a day when I have exhausted the majority of Glasgow’s other boutiques and high street haunts and in something not far short of desperation, will return there. It would simply never be my first choice. Or second. Or third…

Pink Poodle floats my boat. I can never afford to shop here, but I still really like it.
As Lisa says, it’s one of the very few places on Byres Road that sells brand new clothing and not items of a vintage or second hand stock. Along with lovely jewellery and accessories, they sell a range of quirky designer clothing, including brands such as Motel, Religion and Killah. So you know it’s going to be moderately pricey, but also that the clothing displayed is eye catching and of quality.
I can’t always afford to shop in here and on occasion I have felt like a tramp compared to the well dressed staff, but I still go back for a gander often. It’s a breezy boutique showcasing swanky designs.
But my favourite time of all to peruse the rails is when they have a sale on. Their sales are extensive, sometimes seeming like everything in store is reduced (especially during January), and they bring expensive clothing within your grasp. I’ve picked up some bargains, but just be prepared to sit and wait a while for your perfect funky dress!

All of the fashion magazines are advising people to go to more boutiques. Two reasons: 1) you get quality and uniqueness and 2) support the independant retailers and designers.
It’s for these reasons that I have always gone to Pink Poodle when I can.
They have designer-​direct clothes, which means, yes, they are a bit more expensive, however, you do get the comfort of knowing that it’s unlikely someone else will have on the same outfit as you, and also, you know that it’s well-​made.
In addition to those two reasons, it should be enough that finally there is a shop where you can find something that is inherently ‘you’; and more of your own style and statement.
In saying all of that, however, I feel it’s gone a bit down hill in recent months in regards to service. I’m not a frequent enough customer for the sales-​people to recognise me, and that’s ok. However, when asking for a hand with something, the two people on just looked like they could not be bothered.
Disappointing to be sure and I honestly was put off for the rest of my visit because of it.
Come on, Poodle, we love you so treat us right.

I can’t decide if I love or hate this boutique. So I have decide to make a list of Pros and Cons in the style of Ross from friends in the episode where he has to choose between Rachel and Emily, you know the one I mean, we’ve all seen it at least twenty times!
Pros
* This is one of the few boutiques on Byres Road which sells brand new clothes rather than second hand or vintage.
* There are some lovely little gifts such as candles which look like cupcakes, bath bombs and Cath Kidson goodies.
* The jewellery is always really nice and interesting in an Urban Outfitters kind of way.
* This is a great emergency shop if you have nothing to wear for a night out and don’t have the time, or more likely, can’t be bothered to make the trip into Glasgow’s city centre.
Cons
* The sales staff are horrible. As soon as you walk in the door they give you one of those looks, you know the one I mean. It makes you think, oh my God do I have something in my teeth, bird poo in my hair or my skirt tucked in knickers??? But it is none of those things. Its just that these girls don’t think you, or anyone else, is good enough to browse in their shop.
* The majority of the clothes are verging on being tacky and tarty and yet the price tag claims otherwise. Personally I think there are «going out» clothes and there are «getting it all out» clothes. These are the latter. However Pink Poodle does sell some Yumi branded clothes which are a bit more interesting and, well, a bit more West End.
So to summarize I would say Pink Poodle is worth a look but if at all possible, just drag yourself into Glasgow city centre is you really have nothing to wear (and by the way, you know fine well you have plenty to wear. You just want something new, admit it!)

A different style of boutique in comparison with many of those found in the west end with a sturdier collection of clothing (that isn’t vintage or second-​hand). Very handy if you don’t have time to nip into town for a hit at the high street stores but need a new dress or top for an evening out.
I find it is very hit or miss, however, with a complete mixture of styles. Don’t be put off by the window display if it’s not your kind of thing as it is not a reflection of the varied styles and trends found inside.
My fave collection is the jewellery. Ideal for picking up a special little gift.

So I’d just made a mammouth move halfway up the UK all in the name of love (what else?!) and I was having a bit of a wander round my newly adopted neighbourhood. As you can imagine, I was generally feeling a bit lost, THEN the beacon of purple and pinkness that is Pink Poodle caught my eye.
Inside I found myself surrounded by fabulous mini dresses and cosy but stylish knitwear. I knew I was home.
Pink Poodle is a little pricey (okay, more than a little) but sells an absolutely gorgeous selection of things. As well as party clothes — most of their clothing range is going out type things — they also sell a great selection of bags, costume jewelery, keyrings and gifts. If you like all things patterned and all things metallic, then you’ll love Pink Poodle.
The shop is beautifully decked out, ice-​maiden shop assistants included. If you’re after a gift for someone special (and that could just be yourself) it is definitely worth a visit. Even if it’s just to marvel at their very pretty window display!

There is a nice mix of styles in this boutique — so you’re bound to find something you like. Granted, it veers more towards the tan-​glam than kooky, but I’ve really fallen in love with some clothes in that shop — and found some great little presents for friends.
I’ve often found some great stuff in the sale if the rest is too pricey (which I usually find it is) — often because I used to walk home past it every day! Good location for a bit of sneaky shopping…
I’ve found the girls who work there to be pretty bitchy on occasion though — mostly in a false nicey nice way, but I’d kinda expect that anyway — it’s fashion, darling.

Nightmare scenario: meant to be going out, but have nothing to wear, and don’t have enough time to get into town? Well Pink Poodle will solve that for you no problem!
Strategically placed, this clothing shop is amazing… slightly pricey, but the clothes are all very much high quality. Each piece has a slightly retro feel to it, but all in all, the clothes are nice and stylish. It’s really the only clothes shop on Byres road, apart from a few other boutiques, but it gets my vote on hittng the fashion spot.
I absolutely love the fact it sells Parcel purses too…

Great little shop offering something a little different to the normal high street fashions. Loads of little independent labels are found here suck as Miss 60, Orion, Religion and others
Great accessories also. Always find myself in here for ages hunting, trying on and checking everything it has on offer even though is a tiny shop! Well worth a visit.

This little boutique is aimed at the younger women’s market from 18 – 25 year olds.
The feel of the shop is fun and funky, and they stock lots of funky brands that you can’t find elsewhere in Glasgow. The staff are friendly and they have some brilliant sales throughout the year.
Although it isn’t a large shop they still manage to have a great range of casual and more dressy clothes which set the wearer apart from the Topshop gang.

An interesting little shop which is well worth a visit, especially during sale time. The window display changes regularly and always draws you in with it’s bright and outrageous combinations. Some of the clothes are certainly not for the faint hearted. There is a boutique feel to this shop with clothes generally from young, independent designers/​labels. Prices are from the high end of the high street, with tops starting from around £35 and dresses from about £80. There are usually some pretty healthy discounts during sale times, which are heavily advertised in the window. Lots of unusual and different clothes on offer, so if you’re looking for something to set you apart from the crowd this is definitely worth a look.