Our Story
E.J. Bishop on Webster Street
Prior to Phinneys clothing store opening in 1922, E.J. Bishop was the proprietor of another men's wear store in the same location on Webster Street.
Prior to Phinneys clothing store opening in 1922, E.J. Bishop was the proprietor of another men's wear store in the same location on Webster Street
1922
Phinneys is founded by Lewis Phinney
Lewis Phinney opened Phinneys, also known as 'Everything For The Dad & The Lad' store, in downtown Kentville in 1922.
1948
1950's
Lewis passes ownership to his son Wendell
In 1948, the business was sold to his son, R. Wendell Phinney
This photo, taken by Kentville photographer Harold Bailey, depicts what the exterior of Phinneys looked like in 1952. Photo courtesy of the Comeau Family Collection - Carole Morris-Underhill
Kentville photographer Harold Bailey captured what the interior of Phinneys looked like in the 1950s. Photo courtesy of the Comeau Family Collection - Contributed
1976
1970's
1990's - 2000's
Wendell retires & sells store to employee
In 1976, R. Wendell, who ran the store from 1948 retired from the clothing business. He sold the store to one of his employees.
R.W. Phinney Ltd. — "Everything For Dad And The Lad" storefront as seen in the 1970s
Phinneys — For Men & Women storefront during the 1990s–2000s era
2013
Andrew Zebian Purchases Phinneys
Andrew Zebian looks back at a special section of the Kentville Advertiser that celebrated Phinneys' 50th anniversary in 1972. - Carole Morris-Underhill
In 2013, Andrew and Mariam Zebian, purchased the iconic Phinneys building on Webster Street in Kentville.
2018
Phinneys is renovated to Gold & Black
In 2018, the historical Phinneys building was renovated and the Zebians introduced more great brands to cater to everyone's needs.
Andrew Zebian arranges some light-weight sweaters that are part of a display at Phinneys. The store tries to stock the latest fashions for all ages. - Carole Morris-Underhill
The renovated Phinneys storefront, 2018.
2022
Phinneys now undergoes expansion
In 2022, Phinneys celebrated its 100th anniversary and undertook a major expansion to double in size, ensuring the next century is even brighter.
2025
Fully Expanded & Ready to Welcome You
Phinneys enters 2025 with a fully expanded and beautifully renovated space — a destination for visitors and locals alike. Whether you're passing through the Annapolis Valley or calling Kentville home, we're here to offer you the finest in fashion with the warmth and service our community has come to expect for over a century.
Phinneys — fully expanded and renovated, ready to serve everyone visiting and living in the Annapolis Valley. Come in and experience over 100 years of fashion heritage.
The People Behind Phinneys
Our Team & Family
Phinneys is more than a store — it's a family. From our dedicated staff who greet you at the door, to the Zebian family who pour their hearts into every detail, we are proud to serve the Annapolis Valley together.
A Legacy of Passion
The Family Behind
the Store
Andrew's father Mike (Ibrahim) was born in Lebanon. He settled in Hantsport, NS, in 1961 and opened his first store, known as Mike's. Over the years, Mike and his wife, Mary, operated several successful clothing stores in the Annapolis Valley under the name Mike's Menswear & Nadia's House Of Fashion.
Many of Mike's family followed in his footsteps. Andrew remembers his father fondly and prides himself on the wisdom he provided:
"Carry good quality products and be good to your customers."
— Mike (Ibrahim) Zebian
Location
64 Webster St
Kentville, NS B4N 1H7
Hours
Mon – Sat: 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday: Closed