by Steve Venegas for The Vancouver Observer

With fashion changing faster than a South American
government, it can get pretty pricey for young and hip Vancouverites to
stay on top of the trends. But with brand named stores rife with faux
"pre-worn" clothes, jeans with artificial holes and weathered finishes,
faded band t-shirts for acts that never existed, and "authentic vintage
shades,” more and more people are heading to the second-hand shops to
find their next fashion treasure.  Get the Top Ten List (and more) on The Vancouver Observer.