Founded in 1978, House of Savoy, located at 1869 Oak Bay Avenue, is a sustainably minded consignment boutique that champions community and circular fashion. While it’s Victoria’s oldest consignment store, it houses modern and cutting-edge finds, bringing new life into gently worn ready-to-wear and accessories for life’s most important moments—formalwear, vintage bridal gowns, veils, tuxedos, and cummerbunds.
The boutique opened its doors in 1978 under the name Encore before its bookkeeper, Marian Savoy, purchased the business in 1980 and changed its name to House of Savoy. Today, its owners, Émilie Hamel and Ženija Esmits, maintain its cult status and heritage with Chou Chou and Tina Louise, its “shop dogs,” and a pink vintage rotary phone that takes visitors back to the ’70s. They also give back to local charities and contribute to the circular economy, reducing fashion’s impact on our planet.
Victoria, British Columbia, is Canada’s resale capital and a sustainably chic haven for style enthusiasts, shoppers, and sellers alike. This vibrant city welcomes a new wave of fashion-passionate travelers drawn by its unique approach to sustainable style. Adding to the allure is House of Savoy, a consignment boutique “for all people and all occasions,” offering an economical way to acquire exquisite pieces and elevate any wardrobe in the region.
Instead of fast fashion, the boutique is stocked with high-quality, unique, and vintage finds at a fraction of the prices you’d see from traditional retailers. It also answers the question of what to do with your wedding gown after the big day and offers one-of-a-kind finds for the idyllic modern vintage wedding.
From a vintage bridal gown that dates back to the 1950s to a contemporary pair of Dior sunglasses, see a few of our editor’s favorite House of Savoy finds here:
Vintage Mid-Century Bridal Gown
$225
Escada Dress
$375
Wedgewood Brooch
$115
Demetrios Bridal Gown
$350
Christian Dior Sunglasses
$375
Terence Nolder London Asymmetrical Strapless Gown
$250
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