Walked in and was greeted by the most beautiful model, maybe? The staff is all smiles and helpful,…read moreso many racks are fulllll of women's clothing of all sorts and affordably priced between 5 - 30ish dollars. There's a few men's options. The store is really clean, in order and parking right in front. I didn't, however notice dressing rooms, and all sales are final. I got the cutest suede- jacket type that had a tag for $385 and I paid $10!!!!

So amazing if your in downtown Los Angeles, and you have some time, , stop in and check out all…read morethe bargains. So much variety, styles and design from jeans to dresses and everything in between. Today was a huge sidewalk sale. If your between size 4 to 14 you should be able to get some great pieces for great prices. Heads up, no dressing room but they have a return policy. Team Smiley

This shop is unique and beautiful, I always find excellent good quality pieces for great value. The…read moreowner has great taste and gives great advice. I love shopping there!

I was visiting Little Tokyo after having been fabric shopping in the Fashion District when I came…read moreupon Leola Lace while walking. I had just come from a cafe where I had a matcha latte and was holding it when I spotted a lovely fruit patterned skirt in the display window. Immediately, I knew I wanted to try it on because it was cute and I could see myself wearing it. I entered the store and the sole employee seated at the cash register told me there were no drinks allowed in the store. I asked her if there was someplace inside I could leave my drink, such as the cash register table she was seated at. She told me I could leave my drink outside, on the floor. I honestly was a bit in shock hearing this?? I've never had this happen where if a store did not allow drinks they would not also have a space designated to park your drinks so customers could still browse and therefore shop at their establishments?? Her tone and delivery was also rude and I was completely turned off from the entire store, let alone purchasing this skirt that I had liked. I left shortly after this rude interaction, which was a shame, because I liked their products.

If I could give more than 5 stars I would for the People's Free Boutique by Quirk. I was looking…read morefor a place to donate for all of those affected by the LA fires. That's when I found Melynda and Quirk. What Melynda has done is not only absolute genius, but shows what an enormous heart this woman has, her incredible kindness and fantastic talent! I was in the entertainment business for 17 years, with the majority of that time working in the costume department. I was extremely grateful for having a good career but had to leave to take care of my special needs son. I've worked as a private stylist whenever the time permitted but that was becoming less and less. When the fires happened I wanted desperately to do something, get involved, help. By doing something I really knew how to do. I considered trying to put together some kind of free store but absolutely knew I would not be able to devote the time needed. When I found out what Melynda was doing I was absolutely thrilled! Contacted her immediately and told her I had a garage full of beautiful things that I wanted to donate. We immediately exchanged numbers, with Melynda giving me her private cell immediately. With the help of my husband we got to work! When we got to the first location there were a fantastic group of folks loading box after box into a U-Haul. They were loading in from the donations that had been delivered or shipped to Quirk to move to their next location which was much larger. Our first trip we were delivering rolling racks, clothing, and boxes of supplies. That's when I met Melynda! We gave each other a big hug like we'd been friends our whole lives. I told her I was so incredibly grateful for what she was doing! She just smiled and said she wanted to do her best to help. She didn't hesitate to start helping load boxes and managing to do it all while being fashionably dressed!!! Impressive in itself!! When I went around the corner on the 2nd floor towards her shop the amount of rolling racks, racks of shoes, racks of every kind of supplies lined up all the way down the hall on both sides. There were boxes and boxes, bags and bags. Melynda was at this point back near her shop. A young woman, of normal size was trying on different outfits that had been put together for her. Not only did everything fit, it was stylish and fun and with each outfit you could tell whatever this lovely woman had been through for a brief moment all that seemed gone and she was shopping and enjoying herself. As well as getting advice from someone who knew her fashion! Finding new and flattering outfits she might not have put together on her own. She seemed so completely happy and it was something that really has stayed with me to this day. Melynda's shop was full of great clothes for women that had been donated and the shop across the hall was filled with men's. Everything was on hangers, had been sorted by size and quality checked, I know because I immediately started helping! I actually was sent to the next floor, where I saw again the massive amount of donations!!! It was so well organized. This floor was where everything was being sorted and sized, it was just amazing! After the years of experience of going through costume houses, loading and transporting rolling racks full of clothing, setting up wardrobe trailers, it was absolutely obvious to me how much work was required to get all of this done! When I was sorting, I came across a beautiful vintage piece and put it aside. Later I showed it to Melynda, thinking she might actually want it for her store. She immediately recognized the vintage designer, knew it was valuable and said it would make someone truly happy. Not thinking twice about keeping it! And that's how I was immediately in 100 percent! The following Sunday we were delivering another load but now to the new space. It was huge! Very well organized, and buzzing! Families with smiles on their faces leaving with bags of clothing! Full of thanks. And a children's area had been created with clothing, toys, books, diapers, formula, even items for special needs kids!! I know this is a long review but honestly, I could go on!!! Melynda has put her own shop on hold for months so that she can focus on this nonprofit. She is in the midst of trying to get the space longer so more people can benefit. Melynda is one of a kind, truly. I am so grateful for someone like her and a huge shoutout to all of the volunteers who are helping to make this happen!!! If you are a victim of the fires, this place is a treasure! Please support Melynda in anyway you can! Donate! Volunteer! Stop by her vintage shop! Let her help bring out the happiness in you that something as simple as an outfit, a sharp eye for fashion, and a smile can only do!!!! All my very best to Melynda and hopefully I can continue being a small part of this amazing project!!!!

5 stars for what they are doing for the community but not for my personal experience. They were…read morelisted on the wildfire Google sheet / website as one of the few places still accepting donations, so I brought all my unworn clothes over. The address on the website and online is not the correct one, so had to get back in my car and find new parking closer to the new location. Then I get inside and they said donations are by appointment only. 30 minute drive and a lot of parking hassle with nothing to show for it. Would be nice if they updated their donation status and location on the Google sheet. Annoying for me but glad they are helping those in need. The new location is in the photo.

This store has awful service, they treat everyone as a thief, following you step by step, watching…read moreyou in every corner of the store even they have camera. The store is very small but the employee walking with you every where and treat you as shop lifter and said store owner asked me to do it. This is very disrespective behavior I haven't seen any where in US. I am giving them zero star if I can. I will never go there again. It was very humilating.

Nicely organized discount dollar store. Good selection of products. The store carries ladies…read morefavorite things- Jewelery, hair accessories, makeup, and much more. It's located inside a mall of a grocery store.

This store is one-of-a-kind! They have a wide variety of…read moreaccessories and such cute clothes! I always receive compliments on items I have bought at this store. Everything is pretty affordable too. Wendy is very sweet and is very attentive!

I love shopping at Carmelo Botique. I still have some jeans I bought three years ago and they…read moreremain good as new. They're jeans I use on a regular basis. Definitely recommend this place. The clothes are not only good quality but also affordable. Wendy the store owner is always attentive and positive willing to help you out at any given moment.

They have two or three stores in Santee Alley...don't let them fool you ...they have the fashion…read morebusiness all "sewed up". They know what they are doing. If you like something here...it's probably because they have very good buyers and the stuff is cute...but you will be paying more for the same thing here than at any other place in this part of downtown who is selling the same stuff. Look around, check around and if their clothes are so adorable you just gotta have it ...then pay their prices... I picked up a brown crocheted knit top that will look fantastic over leggings.

I see everyone here complaining about the prices.Everytime I go to Madera Fashion, I am greeted and…read morehelped by the nicest sales people in all Santee Alley Area. They dont push you to buy and they are not screaming like crazy outside the alley like the others do. I rather spend 1 or 2 dollars more for a good shopping experience than being all stressed. One thing the reviews got right is that they must have an amazing buyer because they have really cute things and everytime I go I end up buying something .

I popped into this shop randomly and loved the cute clothes. I immediately picked out a few dresses…read moreI liked, and when I saw the price, I had to do a double-take. $10?! I had to get them. one pair of shoes I got were $10 also. I love it! The only thing I didn't like was that there were none of these shops outside of southern California. Hey Red Apparel, I live in the Bay Area, in case you're thinking of expanding to new places... :)

Miss this store in Los Altos! Darling clothes and accessories! Owner was always helpful and had an…read moreexcellent eye for mixed aged clothing.

I left a 1 star review the other day for Kiyonna , and would love to delete it but don't know how…read more Kiyonna made it right, and I found out it was not their fault at all, with the return and getting my money back! I did get refunded finally! Thank you Kiyonna!

I love this place! The clothes are gorgeous and made on site. They are also reasonably priced…read more My favorite dress is a long green velvet dress. I feel like a princess in it. It has pockets and it's washable. Yes, it's fancy but I've had places to wear it.