I often feel like every female my age in Calgary shops at Aritzia. There is nothing more disconcerting than realizing that you and ten of your friends all own the same sweater but in different colours and vaguely different designs. Several of my friends are on the record as saying that's because Aritzia is the only place to find nice clothes in Calgary. I disagree, and maybe that's because my tastes run a little quirkier or I just prefer to be a little unique.
They do have great clothes, though not always quality ones. I'm well endowed and am hardly a stick, but I've still found some pretty cute items. I just get frustrated when my 30 dollar tank top pills hardcore after two washes. Despite all these facts, a goodly part of my wardrobe is still made up of clothing from Aritzia.
The staff are very friendly and eager to help. They take your selections to the fitting rooms for you, and after you've made a decision take the purchases up to the register. I used to work in retail, and so when this first happened I was really offended. "I'm not going to steal anything!" I wanted to snap at the girl, until I realized they were doing this to all of the customers. I admit to feeling slightly smothered with all the help. I don't always like it.