Modao — Local services in Vancouver

I really wanted to like this store, I really did. Unfortunately, I just couldn't. First, this is not a high end designer resale shop. I think the owner is actually bothered by luxury brands. It's a middle of the road, with a few contemporary designer (at best) pieces, resale shop. That in and of itself wouldn't be an issue at all except that they seem to choose the worst pieces produced by those designers. The "mint" condition another reviewer mentions isn't necessarily a good thing, especially not here. Items that still have tags or are in "mint" condition are often that way because their owners didn't wear them. Typically, that's because they were not as flattering as they had hoped or are just plain ugly. Building a store around that concept is a horrible idea and if you want to see an example of why, look no further. Secondly, the owner seems to believe that her age appropriate, but somewhat dated, style is the style everyone should love. She's older and that's reflected throughout the store. If you still like flowy animal print tops and leggings, welcome home! Otherwise, get ready to be disappointed as the shoe selection is awful and the handbags are sub par. Perhaps a niche has been carved out in their little corner of the woods, which is great! Run with that but don't advertise yourself as a high end/luxury resale boutique when you aren't. I agree with another reviewer that the prices are a bit too high. 80.00 for a pair of used random off brand boots is too much. The picture of the two owners on their website says it all. If that's the style you like, this is the place for you. If you like actual high end/luxury items,...

Update...they no longer offer the coupon. I had a negative experience recently. The community should support small businesses and women should support other women, so I returned to check things out. They spoke negatively about the other consignment shops! Like THEY had poor quality items compared to Modao!! Talk about snooty, like the other reviews explained. The woman announced she was the owner. The prices are still high for 2nd hand, gently used. They obviously don't support the MAJORITY of women shopping/selling there and they don't support the other women small business consignors so I won't continue to support them anymore. I've been shopping there since they were selling FURNITURE with clothes...and it was a mom and daughter team till she had her baby. BTW...they keep records of all your purchases and if you shop SALES items. I have had the employees comment rudely about this to me. Who knows what else they keep notes on about the customers. It's not like they need the info for returns. Portland has better resale/consignment shops. I withdraw my support from this SNOOTY 2nd hand shop.

(1st review)Good quality but Pricey 2nd hand boutique. They offer a $10 off $30 coupon to everyone for taking clothes in but the price of their item are really high. $40 for an off brand sweater. $70 for used boots. $69 for used Rebecca M purse. They occasionally have sales on their...

I will not going to try to sell my items here again. The store employees are very friendly and courteous but the owner has an attitude. When I first tried to sell my items the owner offer me $100 for 10 brandnew bags, shoes and wallet that she took from me. I thought at first it was a great deal but when I got home I realized that I got rip off. I should get more money for my items. I tried to sell my louis vuitton and chanel bag when I went back the second time, I had high hope that they will offer me a good price since it’s a luxury item the owner only want to take it from me for less than $500. I didn’t took an offer and she gave me an attitude for telling me that I should sell it myself and see if anyone will buy it for the price I want. I am not asking for a big amount I just want them to be fair with the price and not giving you a lowball offers, I feel like this shop/owner are trying to rip off their customer for buying the items in a very low price then they will sell it for twice the amount that they got paid you for your items. I AM NOT GOING BACK IN THIS...