I just had the most wonderful experience at elegant man, and I'm pretty sure the owner helped me…read moreout as I was referred to him by my cousins and was told that he usually only deals with men, but I had a last-minute alteration for a suit that I had for myself and Munther was so caring, knowing that I was the only girl in his elegant man and when I needed to try it on, he just made sure no one else was there and he got my suit ready and even when I came to pick it up there was no parking and he instructed me to go in the back alley and he had somebody bring it out to me and it was just top notch service from beginning to end and if you read the reviews about him, you'll see that my review is almost like everyone else I wish I had someone that I could send to him so they could get taken care of by him but until then here's my review! Keep up the good work you have a beautiful business you're running

I'm so thankful for this place. My son misplaced his suit last minute for a party to attend for his…read morebest friend five minutes before they close they stayed until they got him a suit ready put him together. He dressed from there. I went to the party. amazing service. Thank you for the excelant customer service. Will definitely be back!

I got my wedding dress at Prevue Bridal about a month ago and had such a great experience here!…read more The associate was so kind and made me feel very comfortable. Unfortunately, I'm horrible with remembering names, but I was there January 10th and my appointment was at 3:30 PM (hope this helps get her a shout out). She made great selections based on the style I wanted and I ended up choosing the 3rd dress I tried on. This was my very first wedding dress appointment and I was suprised to have found the perfect dress so quickly. The prices were also very reasonable compared to other places I was looking into. Definitely recommend Prevue bridal!

I drove over an hour in heavy traffic with a friend to shop for a wedding dress and was turned away…read morebefore even making it through the door. On Tuesday, March 3, I called at 3:27 PM while driving from the UTC area. I saw 3:30 PM and 4:30 PM appointments available, indicating they were fairly open that afternoon, but explained I wasn't comfortable entering my credit card information online because reviews mention a strict 15-minute late charge policy. I told the associate I would try my best to make the 4:30 PM slot, and that if other brides arrived before me they should take priority. I also said that if it looked like I could arrive within the 4:45 PM grace period, I would enter my information while driving. I was communicating proactively because that day a fiery fatal tractor-trailer crash shut down southbound I-805 near I-8 for roughly 12 hours, creating traffic chaos across San Diego. As traffic worsened on the 52 East, my ETA slipped to about 4:48 PM. At 4:25 PM, I called again to explain that I likely wouldn't arrive before 4:45 PM and wanted to avoid being charged the late fee. I asked what options were available. I was simply trying to communicate proactively and avoid being charged for something outside of my control. I was repeatedly told that because I was not already in their appointment system before 4:30 PM, they could not help me at all. I suggested several reasonable options: (1) marking me as arrived so I could finish driving safely, or (2) simply working with the situation, but every suggestion was rejected. They offered to apply the $50 late fee towards a dress, but couldn't answer what would happen if I didn't find my dress there. The conversation continued in circles. At that point I was about 10 minutes away and would have arrived at 4:48 PM, just three minutes past their grace period. Despite calling ahead, communicating honestly, and making every effort to come to their store, they refused to accommodate me. My friend had come with me to help look for a wedding dress, so the situation unfortunately wasted both of our time. We ended the call around 4:40 PM, and I turned around and drove home. Ironically, at 4:45 PM, the store called back with a workaround: if I made an appointment for the next day, they could simply mark me as "arrived" in their system and take me in immediately. This made it clear they had the capacity to help the entire time, but had chosen to rigidly enforce their process instead of welcoming business. When I pointed this out, I was told they have been in business for 40 years, which makes the lack of flexibility and basic customer consideration all the more surprising. Based on this experience, I'm glad I learned how this business operates before even walking through the door. It doesn't inspire confidence in how customers are treated once they've committed, and it's not the kind of experience that would make me feel comfortable trusting them with something as personal as a wedding dress.

Gypsy Treasure has a wide range of costumes. I went looking for accessories for a 1920's flapper…read moreparty and found everything I needed (except a beaded shawl). Chris gave me suggestions (a boa) instead of a shawl. The black gloves are stretchy so one size fits all. Highly recommend Gipsy Treasure for fancy dress parties or Halloween.

I'm giving Gypsy Treasure a four-star review as they are a valuable community resource since they…read moreare one of the few costume stores open year-round, and they also provide some theater-quality makeup with staff that actually know how to use it. I have been to Gypsy Treasure several times in the past, but this was my first visit since they have moved to the Grossmont Center location (apparently about five years ago). I came in about 5 days before Halloween, primarily in search of makeup and a crown for my Day of the Dead festival look. When I walked in, the place was pretty hopping. However, I was quickly greeted at the makeup counter and walked through the white face paint options, and given information about some of the various color palettes. After some conversation and deliberation, I chose a white water-based face paint and a couple of color palettes. One was glow-in-the-dark. I then asked about flower crowns, and was surprised to find that they only had one. It was one of those cheesy costume kits that came with skeleton hand gloves and skull earrings, neither of which I wanted. However, the price was pretty inexpensive, so I purchased it just for the crown. I looked around for a hat for my husband's costume, but couldn't find exactly what he wanted, though they had some pretty unique hats. Gypsy Treasure has a large selection of costumes for rent, which appeared to be of much higher quality than the costumes for sale. I saw several cute vintage dresses and hats for women, as well as some pretty elaborate costumes. I did feel that several of the costume items in the front of the store were the same quality you would get from any Halloween store. However, I would definitely return for makeup, or if I had costume needs outside of the Halloween season.

This place is the one stop shop! Been a customer since 2013-Carlsbad Store, and every other store…read moresince! Last one was in El Cajon at Park Plaza mall. Lorenzo, whom now has his own store in Washington!! Congratulations my boy! So big shout out the Yessenia as well! Excuse the bathroom pic! But I wanted to show the cut on the vest. Again thank you! You guys don't disappoint. I'll definitely be coming back along with all my referrals

Terrible quality. No return policy. The sales person felt like a sleezy car salesman. They…read moredefinitely make commission off of sales. Suit was cheap. Stay far away from this place.

The ladies working here are SO nice. I highly recommend shopping here at this location.read more

I had the best experience with Brandon at Windsor. He helped me pick out an entire outfit- dress,…read moreshoes, and jewelry to go with it for an upcoming wedding that I have. He literally helped me style the entire thing and was so helpful and friendly. Highly recommend having Brandon help you- he has an eye for this and I feel so confident in my entire ensemble. Thank you Brandon!!! You are the best!

I was referred to Primo Alterations by a friend who had her wedding dress altered here a few years…read moreago. Just picked up two formal dresses that needed alterations and they now both fit like a glove! One needed to be let out and the other needed the straps shortened. Lua altered both dresses and is sweet, personable, and talented. She finished both dresses well before their expected date. Carolina and Joseph, the owners are friendly and you can tell why their business has been around for awhile. I had my wedding dress consultation with Isis. She was very sweet, you can tell she has an eye for detail. I can't wait to come back in August for my wedding dress alterations. Will provide an update then! The seamstresses are upfront about their prices during your consultation, so there aren't any surprises. Their prices are well worth the quality of work they do.

I cannot recommend Primo Alterations & Dry Cleaning enough! They did an absolutely incredible job…read moreon my wedding dress. The attention to detail was beyond anything I could have imagined, and they truly made my dress fit like a dream. Every single person on their staff was so kind, welcoming, and professional throughout the entire process. They made me feel comfortable and confident every time I came in, which meant so much during such a special (and sometimes stressful!) time. Their work is truly worth every penny. If you're looking for someone you can trust with something as important as your wedding dress, this is the place. 5 stars all the way!

Weird staff always thinking you're trying to steal, even was asked for ID for making a purchase…read morewith a debit card for a transaction less than $40, SD is in DIRE need of proper costume shops with friendly staff

The place is a family run costume store. They are the place to find and make costumes for your…read moreHalloween party or a play. I have gone here for several years. I'm always very happy with my costumes and experience. Go there and see the variety and majesty costumes.

It has really fun and playful things to see inside Parkway Plaza mall in El Cajon, California where…read moreI visited with someone. The whole mall feels lively in a way that surprised me, because every corner had something different going on that teenagers would enjoy a lot. When I walked through the main areas, I noticed so many teenagers hanging out together, laughing, taking pictures, and just enjoying the freedom of being in a place that feels safe and full of energy. The atmosphere there reminded me of the kind of spot where teenagers can be themselves without feeling rushed or judged. One thing that stood out to me was how many stores had bright displays and colorful setups that made the whole place feel more exciting. Even the seating areas around the mall had this relaxed vibe that made it easy to stop and take a break without feeling like you were in the way. I saw teenagers sitting together in groups, sharing snacks, showing each other things they bought, and taking fun photos around the mall decorations. Everything about the environment felt welcoming and easygoing, which makes it perfect for teenagers who love spending time somewhere that feels both fun and comfortable. It is a familiar mall to me, but I didn't realize how much there was to enjoy there until I walked around inside with a more playful mindset. I really appreciated how easy it was to have fun there without feeling overwhelmed. The whole experience felt smooth and comfortable, and I never doubted that the visit was going to turn out the way I hoped it would. I only visited Parkway Plaza one time in my life before I made this review, but that one visit was enough to show me how enjoyable and welcoming it is. It was one of the most lively and teen‑friendly places I've been to in a long time, and I would highly recommend that even teenagers go there because it gives them a place to hang out, walk around, shop, take pictures, and feel creative.

EMPTY NICE MALL (3 stars)…read more I haven't been inside an "inside" mall in years!!! If malls were still a thing, this place would have potential. I don't ever travel this East (15m from SD) but I had to pick up an item at this GameStop that wasn't at any of the may Gamestop stores in San Diego. This one is inside a mall... an inside mall (sorry I'm use to the outdoor malls) and didn't expect to walk inside and inside mall. The mall was near abandon but it's a nice mall and very spacious. From the outside you think it's just a few big stores but on the inside many small stores but also many vacancies. There are eateries and a food court that the local residence to go to. Surprisingly there is a movie theater inside too. Doubt I'll ever be back but it's a good to know what's out here.

I was a little nervous at first since this was a South Asian wedding lehenga, but Yilo and her team…read moredid a wonderful job. They really took our timeline into consideration, even with some of my last minute requests, and the pricing was very reasonable. In the end, they gave my husband and me the best gift of perfectly altered wedding outfits. My lehenga fit beautifully and Yilo's creativity really shows in her work. She even altered my husband's sherwani just a few weeks before the big day. I would absolutely recommend them if you have a South Asian wedding or event and need tailoring for heavier outfits.

I came to Winsome Brides to try on dresses and do alterations. Their selection is great and they…read morehave many unique styles you wouldn't be able to find in a traditional store. It has lots of charm! I put a dress on hold and although I didn't end up choosing it, I used my hold credit toward alterations with Yilo. My alterations came back very quick and Yilo was very knowledgeable about what would look best with my specific dress. She even helped me in and out of my dress the alterations were affordable and the craftsmanship is hard to beat. You can tell Yilo really takes pride in her work. An amazing place for dress shopping and alterations alike! Highly recommend!

Very frustrating to drive 40 minutes out to prom dress shop only to have the shop closed when it…read moresaid on Yelp that it was open.

I ordered a dress for my prom from THEIR website that delivers directly to THEIR store from THEIR…read moresystem. This should be completely reliable. However, when my dress was delivered I came to pick it up and they tried to tell me it was out of stock after I already paid for it and i got a notification that it was delivered. They did not help me at all. They said they sent an email a couple of days before it was "delivered" saying it was out of stock. There was NO email. This was absolutely ridiculous and now I have no dress for prom. If you need a dress I don't recommend you waste your time here.