Ahead Of the Mainstream
When Riot first opened on funky Commercial Drive in 1993, the idea was to offer young men and women clothing that were stylish, sustainable and fashion-forward. They didn’t disappoint. Today, the small, modern store—warm wood floors, white walls with art, and easy-to-access racks—features seasonal designs from unique labels. The store’s collections include independent, local and national designers, as well as the latest look from as far away as Brazil and Australia.

Eclectic Collections
Whether you’re a guy looking for a cool, casual shirt that’s on trend, or a gal looking for something special to wear out on the town, Riot Clothing offers options. As well as a selection of menswear, and women’s tops, pants, skirts and dresses, Riot also carries a range of accessories. These include hats, caps, belts, purses and beautiful pieces of locally-made jewellery. Labels include Haight & Ashbury, Insight, Nine O’Clock Gun, Colcci, Super Trash, and more. Items are easy on your pocketbook. Riot tries to keep its inventory affordable.

Emphasis on Sustainability
As much as possible, Riot Clothing supports local and environmentally responsible designers and business practices. This is reflected on the clothing racks, where hangars are tagged Green for Sustainable, Red for Made in Canada, and Yellow for Made in Vancouver. The store encourages suppliers to produce sustainably, use less packaging, and reduce, reuse and recycle. Riot is a strong supporter of local artists and arts groups.