Millennium

It’s a real shame this store has now closed. I heard that they may try to open somewhere else at some point but I don’t know how likely that is. The staff there were so friendly and helpful and I absolutely loved popping in there to see what was new. It was a real treasure trove for fans of punk clothing, retro dresses, Dr Who, Star Wars, Star Trek, fantasy memorabilia and all kinds of wonderful odds and ends including TUK shoes and Hello Kitty items! Sort of like Hot Topic but more niche and more «nerd» cred. I am sad this store is gone and if anyone has recommendations of similar places to shop at, please let me know!

I used to love this store when it was still in Metrotown with that cool dragon and cave designed store front… and it sure has tried to stay alive, which I was happy about for awhile… but nowadays I don’t feel much for it anymore.
They aren’t what they used to be, and I went originally because I loved all the creatures and dragon things they sold, so much awesome variety of fantasy, mythology, steam punk and related décor… like griffon and manticore statues, dragon posters. Now they sell… Almost fully goth things to the point it feels like a cult and… My Little Pony and other easy to find franchises and pretty much ditched the dragons.
A huge, huge minus is how they treated me when I came in with a flyer hosting a local fantasy event. I was not an «affiliated» group, whatever the heck that means here.
The affiliated thing was very pompous and snobbish of them being a small company who is desperately feeding off fashion markets now and cannot stay in one place very long… I laugh at them now and could care less if they go out of business for being arrogant and full of themselves… it also shows in their job postings.
All I can say is this: You don’t wana help out others who support you, don’t expect them to help you either.
Of course, I forgot to add that while small shops need higher prices, I barely feel like I want to spend much here.
On that note, if you want fantasy décor, go visit Vikings, Fairies and Dragons! her shop is very nice and modest.

Sadly I’ve just heard that they are having a going out of business sale and expect perhaps to close their doors at the end of dec 2014.
They feature alternative clothing, figurines, swords, jewelry and statement making shoes.
So shop now before they’re gone!
Their shoes are half price!

The timing for coming to Millennium was just in the nick of time. As we went into the store there were signs hung on the door and other locations that the store had everything on sale. But it was not a temporary sale. The store would be going out of business soon. And it is a real shame too. They had a good gothic gear selection for guys and gals. There were some cool t-​shirts and hats (none that I could not live without though) and good selection of shoes.
There were some nice bowling shirts here and Steve had one picked out to wear at the league we are in but the size was way too small. Still some really nicely desgined clothes.
We would have asked to see if the clothes we liked had our sizes possibly in the back but since the place was not bringing in any new merchandise there was not much point in pursuing that. So best dive in here quick and check it out before the place closes for good, you may find something you like and hope it comes in the right size before it is too picked over.
Too bad to see it go, it was a cool place to check out.

Awesome. This place is awesome. This is the place where geekiness, steampunk and goth come together and it’s perfect.
From pinupp dresses to band shirts to action figures and katanas, you name it, they’ve got it! The staff are totally friendly and cool, the place is magical and great music is playing. What are you waiting for?!

I wish I had more time and money to drop since I popped in for a quick visit, but I was really impressed by Millennium’s selection. Easily one of the best goth clothing stores I’ve visited in North America with a considerable range of labels, styles, and prices. The staff were very helpful while I was browsing and I’d love to stop by again.

I remember when this place was in Metrotown… I miss that. I am glad that they were able to relocate, even if it was a few times. Vancouver needs a store like this in general. I agree that the clothes are $$$, however, a lot of the clothes for the genre are well stitched and put together by some notable names in the fashion genre. I’ve had a pair of Trip NYC pants for 5 years with good wear. When you think about it it’s better to spend a lot on something that will last rather than buying a few pairs of cheap pants. You end up really spending more for the cheap stuff in the long run than just investing in a piece right from the gate. If this is your primary style than I can see why this place would be expensive. I’m a working admin/​book keeper, therefore, I only need a few pieces in this fashion line, therefore, investment is minimal. It does annoy me that some things are not tagged for pricing which is an indication that I will need to bring out the credit card. I find the staff very helpful.
I had to get some El wire for my Coachella Costume and the staff was extremely helpful.

Prices are expensive and some prices are not tagged on the merchandise itself.
Sales were outgoing when it came to up selling products.
However when I went to return an item I purchased, they wouldn’t even look at me. I managed to get my money refunded however it wasn’t a full refund.
Due to the poor handling of my refund, I don’t i’ll be going back there anytime soon

I come for the clothes.
I stay for the hot cashiers.
Über expensive, so it’s definetely a «birthday/​stat pay money» place.
Did I mention the beautiful punk cashiers?

Awesome place! Staff is very friendly, outgoing and helpful. THey aren’t afraid to approach you or upsell the things on sale. I also quite enjoy that they give their personal thoughts and experiences on their products.
I find lots of really great stuff in this place, including some awesome clothing (mostly dresses).
Love love love!

I’ve been a loyal lover of Millennium since I was way young and it was in it’s Metrotown years. I loved the whole experience, the space, the dragon, the staff, the music and of course the beautiful items. I think it was better suited in that space, but it’s also better suited for the area it’s currently in. Millennium stocks everything from fairy and medieval décor to geeky Dungeons and Dragons sets to incense to their crazily expensive clothing. I’m less charmed by the clothing now and I don’t think I’d buy it even if I had the money, it’s a real rip off. However the knick knacks, the adventure of looking around and the sales make it all worth it.

I remember when this store used to be in Metrotown. Yeah it’s that one with the big dragon in the cage which has now been taken down. Their clothing is awfully expencive for what you get. I have a few pair of pants from there that I think I could find cheaper on some places online.
Still nice to go in there and see the whole collection of weapons (swords, armour etc), dragon figurines etc. Don’t think I can afford much from there anymore but every time I’m in the area I make sure to go in there and take a look around.

This time i am pleased to say my experience was much better!
Staff was friendly and helpful (unlike the last time)
Had a nice section of boxing week sale items and i scored 2 nice glass pipes for only 10 $ each

Being a Vancourite my whole life, and someone who has seen the demise of «cool» on Granville street, I am pleased to announce a new store that has opened and brought the freakyness back to the city where it once lived so long ago.
You may remember when Cheap Thrills, the Beauty Bar and the Underground were staples on G-​ville, before the big box retailers moved in to where all the cool kids were hanging out and basically bought the place out. Mavi Jeans used to be where Millennium is now located, and Millennium used to be a store in Metrotown, but has since moved to the downtown core.
Millennium sells a lot of gothic, medieval, and some steampunk clothing for men and women, and also swords and dragon sculptures so you can keep the DND nights alive. They have some typical rock shop products like bongs and pipes, and some cute yet scary little stuffed animals. The store is basically a mix of all things alternative and dark, which is exactly what this city needs.