We have some news to share - it is with mixed emotions that we announce the closure of our retail store at 580 Johnson Street. After more than 50 amazing years of serving up a legendary selection of footwear and friendly service, we have made the tough decision to transition to an online-only model starting October 2024.

If you’ve ever been to our store you know that at Baggins we’re not just dog friendly, we’re dog enthusiastic! As soon as you and your furry friend walk through our open door one of our lovely staff members will rush over to greet you and give your dog lots of love and chin scratches. We find that dogs not only brighten the store's energy but also open room for friendly conversation and connection with our range of customers. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite dogs we’ve had the pleasure of meeting at our store. 

We’ve collaborated with a few of the outstanding artists at Black Cat Tattoo to make five new Baggins Originals. Each artist brought their own unique style to create these incredible original designs perfect for all your summer adventures. In this blog, you’ll discover a little bit more about these beautiful designs and the artists who created them. 

Pride month may be over but it’s never too late to celebrate! For Vans’ 2022 Pride collection, they asked the community what pride meant to them. In celebration of Pride, Vans donated $200,000 from the Checkerboard Fund at Tides Foundation to three organizations that advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, one of which being the Tegan and Sara Foundation. They then used those messages to create a meaningful artistic representation of what Pride is. Let's take a look at this year’s pride collection from Vans. 

The sun is coming out, the flowers are bright and blooming... you know what that means. It's almost summertime! If you're visiting Victoria this summer or just looking for a new spot to hit up, check out these 10 must-see stops. From shopping to sightseeing - we've got your itinerary covered. Enj...