Shopping in Burnaby

Privilege Clothing Boutique's sartorial gurus relish in unleashing shoppers' inner style icons by making outfit suggestions based on individual tastes and lifestyles. The ever-changing lineup of apparel and accessories is culled from brands including French Connection, J. Lindeberg, and Hugo Boss. Among the well-stocked shelves and racks of the Surrey and Port Moody stores, black-and-white damask wallpaper envelops patrons with a pattern reminiscent of a French cabaret lounge or a debonair Barbie dream house.

The online store’s pixelated hangers sway with the same garments found in-store, and digital browsers have the added bonus of restocking their wardrobes from the comfort of their homes.

The gear gurus at Bikes For All keep two-wheeled commuters running smoothly through an array of maintenance services and large inventory of new bikes and parts. Owners can dust off hibernating bicycles and have them restored to proper working order through the outfit's tune-ups, or customize a fixed-gear bicycle, which, when a baseball card has been permanently fixed in the spokes, earns its title as a "fixie." In addition to its services, the outfit also sells bikes, including Japanese Tanbo bicycles, as well as parts and accessories.

Words aren’t always necessary to show someone you care. The florists at Blumen Floral Boutique let flowers do the talking with their colourful petals and sweet scents. To make the message as clear as possible, head designer Nghia Diep and his team transform seasonal blossoms into hand-tied bouquets, boutonnieres, and bundles that spring from stylish containers such as glass blocks and ceramic pots. Nghia can also create large arrangements for special events such as weddings, graduations, and corporate celebrations. They deliver their aromatic masterpieces to nearly any location in the Lower Mainland, and they partner with FTD to transport their bouquets to international and intergalactic addresses.

Though Blumen Floral Boutique specializes in floral arrangements, it strives to position itself as a one-stop shop for anyone looking for a thoughtful gift or simple trinket to brighten up a dreary day, such as handmade cards by local artists, scented candles, and books of motivational quotes. The boutique even offers floral-design classes and microlandscaping services for your patio or deck.

Executive Custom Tailors handcrafts suits from luxurious Italian fabrics, creating a silhouette that bespeaks both power and elegance. To personalize the fit without flying overseas, the company uses measurements taken by local tailors. Armed with a measuring rope, the tailors take 40 measurements and snap photos of each client’s build, stance, and shadow. They then send the order to the company’s overseas tailors, who lovingly stitch each made-to-measure suit, shirt, and tie from an often-updated catalogue of more than 500 fabrics.

Upon completion, the company swiftly ships garments to customers' mailboxes. And to ensure a smooth game of dress up, Executive Custom Tailors backs each item of menswear with a fit guarantee that covers up to $50 of necessary alterations. They also keep measurements on record in the event that customers want to place future orders for themselves or their long-lost, recently reunited twin brother.

For nearly 40 years, the expert technicians of West Coast Pool Service have kept things running smoothly in residential and commercial pools, spas, and water features. Beyond installation and maintenance, the team can perform more specialized repairs including liner replacement and leak detection after a pool party is crashed by porcupines. Those looking to buy homes with preexisting pools can commission one of West Coast's experts to inspect them and provide written and verbal reports of any potential hazards.

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