There was absolutely nothing wrong with Lula. It's clean, organized and the staff friendly. It's small, quaint and the selection is limited. The location is fun. There are a few places nearby to eat and shnoitz around. read more

Lula - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Lula is at the heart of the secondhand party that is Selby-Snelling. The owner is very discerning with her merchandise. I'd say it's some of the best quality vintage in the cities. Last week I found this adorable '60s swimsuit (if only it had been more flattering) and a couple of '50s and '60s cocktail dresses that I liked. I've never bought anything here, but I nearly always find something I would buy... and then talk myself out of it because it's more expensive than my typical Savers/ValuVillage raids. All things considered, it is pretty affordable for the quality, and a great place to check out, especially if you're looking for a dress. read more

Lula - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

What a great place! Super cute, well cared for vintage clothes that are reasonably priced. The owner Hailey is knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and fun. When I said my head was too fat for a hat she said "we don't allow the f word here at Lula" and showed me the way the hats were supposed to be worn. I was there to sell some vintage items I inherited and believe that her offer was fair and the process was easy. She has everything cleaned so you don't have to worry about getting it all dry cleaned before bringing it in. In hindsight if I could change anything I would have made an appointment where she comes to your house.... except then I wouldn't have seen the store so I guess I wouldn't change anything. She seriously makes the process super easy! You contact her by email and describe your items, she replies with what times she's available, you meet, sell her your stuff and you're done. Everything in the store is really clean and organized. The layout or the way things are arranged make it easy to browse through. It doesn't feel like you're hunting for a needle in a haystack as most vintage places do. It's much more like an upscale boutique. You might even forget you're looking at vintage and drift back to your inner self of the 50's or 60's. There isn't a parking lot so it's street parking only . Since I haven't parallel parked in 20 years I went around the block a few times to build up courage . I didn't hit anything, there weren't any limbs sticking out from under my tires and I got a spot almost right in front of the shop so it all worked out great. If you're looking for women's or men's vintage clothing and accessories or if you're looking to sell some items, I can't imagine a better place than Lula. Five star everything! read more

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This is a light, airy, smell good and look good store with tons of vintage organized by type and well labeled by current size guesses or waist sizes. The employee was very friendly to me. I keep trying to like vintage, but I realize it's just not for me. read more

The store is pretty small but it hosts a great selection of authentic vintage clothing. This store has been a consistent staple of my life. I got my senior year prom dress at this store over 15 years ago and have found my clothing here for many important events in my life --- sometimes I think it's just kinda magic because I might just be looking for a feeling and they always deliver. The staff here can really help you find the look you need -- and it's relatively affordable and you will never buy something from this store and not have it be totally clean and of quality. read more

Smaller shop. Almost exclusively female. Higher end vintage with a bit higher end price. They do dry clean everything so it's ready to be worn which is nice. Not a huge variety. Lots of 50's 60's and 70's clothes. Friendly staff. read more

Lula, snuggled in the cozy-now-buzzing Selby-Snelling neighborhood, is one of the best vintage finds in St.Paul. And if you're like me and new to vintage shopping- maybe a little timid of how to transform and update a whole outfit from the 1950s- Lula has a phenomenal selection of scarves to add a vintage flair to your personal style. Don't be afraid to describe exactly what you have in mind to the shop-keep because she will be vital in sifting through the boxes of colorful silks. The stock seems to turnover with the season, so if you find something that you love- buy it right then and there! My best Lula finds: a silk cream/navy polka-dot handkerchief and a lovely, teal ladybug broach. read more

I got my wedding dress here!!!! My sister and I walked in one day after a couple attempts at finding a vintage wedding dress at other shops. Here, the owner helped us right away and I tried on a couple pieces. When my sister so intuitively told Hayley (the owner) exactly what I was looking for (70's bohemian for an outdoor event) she says, matter of factly, "I have that. It will be in my warehouse though. Dresses that nice get ruined in the store." So she took my measurements... first eyeballed me and then used the tape. She was exactly right with her guesses!!! SHE IS SO GOOD! Then we made an appointment for the following week for me to try one her warehouse selections. At my appointment she already had 7-8 dresses hanging in a dressing room for me. Since I came there alone this time she (and another customer who apparently was VERY excited about my upcoming nuptials and a friend of Hayley's) helped my zip up the backs, button up the fronts, tie sashes, and gave me suggestions on how to alter it. Each dress fit more or less... YEAH, SHE IS SO SO GOOD! After I tried them all on she told me to walk the shop and sift through the racks and then come back to the dressing room to try my favorites on again. So thoughtful. I ended up buying TWO DRESSES! One for the wedding and the other for random special occasions. For both dresses, $145. Yes, my wedding dress cost me under $100! It was a great experience. If you're looking for something in particular just ask Hayley and she may have exactly what you want/need and probably more. read more

My first experience with Lula was not so great, but I held off on reviewing till I'd been a few more times. The first time I was here it was July and I was trying on gowns and they have no air conditioning. At one point my friend had to get the jaws of life to remove me from a dress. Not good. Yesterday I went back to Lula and came away with two awesome vintage finds: a cute 60s boxy jacket and a 40s wool shirt jac and both were in mint condition and were less than I would have paid for them on Ebay. The woman who runs Lula is very picky about what she takes in. She makes sure everything is truly vintage ( you don't have to wade through a lot of 80s crap) and in excellent repair. She dry cleans every single item so that what you buy is ready to wear out the door if you like. (This has to be the best smelling vintage store in the Universe. Not a whiff of that musk de Ragstock: incense and mildew. ) Service is also really helpful and knows her stock pretty well. She also tags her items with a modern size equivalent. read more

I absolutely love the owner, she is the BEST! She has a knack of looking at your body and knowing exactly what will work and be flattering for you. I recommend going during the week when it's less busy. Weekends tend to be busier and there's less 1:1 attention. I like to go and shop with particular ocassions in mind (like weddings, summer parties, dress up events, etc.) because I feel extra special wearing anything I've bought there. Compliments are guarenteed! I especially like buying dresses, sweaters, purses, and hankies from Lula. Prices depend on what you purchase. Dresses range from $ 25-50ish. Shirts/ sweaters $15-30ish. read more

I am a sucker for vintage clothes, and Lula is among my favorite retro sources! First, the new renovations in Lula make it feel more like an upscale boutique (rather than the previous store layout which had lots of clothing offerings, but was a bit overwhelming). If you aren't finding what you'd like in the boutique, just talk with the owner, and she may have something in mind that hasn't made its way out to the floor yet. Speaking of the owner, I echo the reviews that rave about her recommendations of what to try! I went to Lula looking for a dress to wear to a retro-themed party, and all of the choices I made were too big and frumpy. She brings me a beautiful 70s-style peach floor-length dress that has this almost Victorian-style neckline. I was skeptical of how it would look, but it fit like a glove! The dress got tons of compliments at the party, and I sort of felt like I was channeling an awesome 1970s Dolly Parton at the Country Music Awards or something (this is oddly specific, I know, but the dress was just that crazy-cool). Enough of my ode to that dress -- I can't emphasize enough how important it is to stop by Lula if you are a vintage enthusiast. Most dresses seem to be in the $50ish range, give or take. There are lots of well-curated gems here, just waiting to be rocked to your next party or date night. read more

I've been shopping at Lula since I moved to the Twin Cities ten years ago. My style has gone through a number of evolutions since then, and hasn't always been vintage-friendly, but I've always received wonderful service from Hayley. She knows EXACTLY what she has in store, and can size you up just by looking at you, so her assistance is invaluable! I can't tell you how many times I've gone in and just let her pull whatever she wants for me, and she is 95% of the time spot on in terms of style and fit. Recently during an event in store she pulled a 30s black silk gown and a 50s draped teal dream for me and they were so good, SO good, that I legitimately almost cried trying them on. And she is so, so, so knowledgeable. I've learned SO much from my conversations with her. She is an expert at curating her selection, and everything she has is thoughtfully chosen. Everything from the 30s to the late 70s! Her accessories, too... (those floral brocade pumps in the yelp photo are now in my closet, along with a great many fantastic hats). Love this store. Love shopping here. You should too. read more

i never find anything in here, but i don't shop like that, I guess. I love the idea of vintage, but don't have such good luck. still, a destination. I know many people to always come away with something that looks great and mod on them. read more

This is my favorite spot for vintage clothing. Much more glamorous than a thrift store, while keeping prices reasonable. Hayley, the owner, is the perfect mix of easygoing and attentive. Chat with her! She'll pull items related to what you're looking for; she can tell how/if something will fit you just by looking at you; and she'll offer to clean or repair little things if you bring them up. I love that she curates her store by what you want *right now*- everything changes according to the weather or time of year. I've been coming here since high school and almost never leave empty handed. Lula is a gem. And for the guys- my fiancé bought his wedding suit here! (: read more

I really want to love Lula, but each time I stop in, I'm a tiny bit let down. The owner is great--calls you "hon," makes helpful suggestions, bring you accessories to try on with the clothes--but if her friends stop in (and they have on many occasions when I've been there) it's hard to get her attention. Not a big deal, but it could be annoying if you really needed hands-on help. And the selection is large, yet I don't find a lot that works for me. Perhaps I just have a different style than the owner? The clothes are arranged by color, not by era as in most vintage stores. Lula does have a good amount of shoes and jackets and other pieces. If you're in the area of shooting the St. Paul retro loop, it's worth a stop in. read more

I have been involved in some local films (by: Christopher R. Mihm) lately and when you're looking for for vintage clothing for dated movie sets and props. I personally start here first. They have it all and in Great Condition especially since they are dealing with items as old as they are. Incredible !!!! Tell the ZERO sent ya. read more

hands down best place to shop for vintage clothes. great quality pieces at beyond reasonable prices. oh lula, how i miss your cheap and easy ways..... read more

I've bought a few dresses and a skirt from Lula, and I like browsing even when I don't need to purchase anything. The owner is knowledgeable and approachable; when I was looking for a suit for a job fair she picked out a few outfits, complete with accessories. Unlike other vintage stores in the twin cites (and elsewhere), the clothes are clean, in good shape, priced decently, and not all jumbled together even though it is a bit crowded. Big points for that. read more

Lula is the best! Any time I go in, I find a superb item at an even better price. I've been going into this fantastic store for eight years now, and it never ceases to impress. The owner, Hayley Bush, is hugely knowledgeable, helpful, and kind. She'll help you find that perfect party dress, or tell you how to wash your new knit top. She's the best, and Lula is a true treasure; we're lucky to have her and her fabulous store!!! read more

If you want to find vintage pieces that are wearable every day, this is the place! The selection is outstanding, the owner is helpful and honest--even if you like something she will let you know if it doesn't fit you well--and a good selection for the tiny and large. I am a well-endowed lady and I always find good fits here! Lula is the spot! read more

I must update my review and add another star. I found the most amazing top in here last week. I also found a great all purpose black "Kelly bag". I love how all the clothes in here are clean so you can wear them the next day like they are brand new. Yeah, Lulas! read more

An expertly curated vintage collection by an owner with a keen eye for fashion and what will flatter you. Hayley always picks out things I would never dream would look good on me, and they look amazing! It's a great store and a fun experience! read more

I needed opera gloves and I got them at Lula's! I had been in to browse times before and I'm glad I thought to go here for my opera glove needs! They were priced better here than they were at Party City and David's Bridal so I'm glad I got to shop local and experience the fun and beautiful store Lula's is...AND meet Lula herself! read more

Haven't bought but have browsed a few times. The owner has a good selection of clothing from American designers, actually still made in America which should tell you the stuff is of generally good quality. I recall DvF and Woolrich at my last browsing. I would love to be a vintage whore but I start sneezing from all that vintage wool and tend to depart before making a purchase. read more

Current photo on yelp is not accurate. The store has recently gotten a renovation and everything is crisp white and boutique-ish. The selection of vintage clothes is very edited and small. A lot of sizes in the M-L range, but if you're outside of those two then you might be out of luck or just find one or two pieces that you can squeeze into. There are 4.5 wall racks (total) for all sizes and clothing items on offer in the store. Men's has a tiny selection that shares with women's special occasion dresses. Maybe it's the clients the owner purchases from or the clientele that shops there, but the colors offered are pale, pastel, muted, with the occasional shocking neon from the 70s. It got a bit boring fast staring at a wide range of beige. Quite a few items are "As-Is" status. I saw a print shell that had an interesting pattern (ala Diane von Furstenburg), but when I flipped the tag to find the price, I noticed several pencil-size holes dotted across the back. The shirt was still $20+ though and about the cheapest item of clothing in the store. The accessories and shoes looked interesting in a period piece-admiration way, but I'm personally not a purse or trinkets girl so did not browse deeply to check the prices. Overall an okay store that I might stop by to see the stock if I'm in the neighborhood with nothing to do, but I wouldn't consider it a go to place for vintage finds. read more

Love this place more for the owner than the clothes. Lots of choices for the ladies. A little more limited for me but her winter selection is fab! read more

Amazing selection of quality retro/vintage clothes in great condition. I loved how knowledgeable the owner was on all of her items. The store was packed to the brim---in a good way. The clothing was all sorted by decade, which was also helpful. The price point was a little more than I thought necessary, but then again, it is worth it to pay a higher price for a place that has great service and knowledge of their stock (I am in the clothing industry as well). Overall, I highly recommend! read more

Love this store. Great vintage finds for both men and women - jackets, sweaters, shirts, trousers, scarves. Best part - the owner is welcoming, eager to help, and super-friendly. read more

Really? I don't get all the overwhelmingly positive reviews. I had admittedly high hopes for Lula (especially after walking ~2 miles to get there), but despite spending a long time combing the racks and trying to find the best aspects of this store, I was really disappointed. There are almost no clothes that will fit a petite person (e.g. I'm generally a size XS/S). I get that. But even had I been able to fit in the items, I found most of them to be less than compelling... Maybe you could refashion them a little with a sewing machine or something, but otherwise, there weren't many vintage pieces that I thought were really wearable, outside of costume parties. However, I realizes style is a personal and subjective issue, so you may find what you're looking for here. I found the organization unhelpful (by color -- why?), and left feeling like I wasted my time. I love supporting small business, and I tried to love Lula, but it just really missed the mark for me. read more

best vintage i have every come across. i can't wait to go back. the prices are more than fair and the condition of the goods can not be matched. lula wins over chicago, nyc, and san francisco vintage in my book. read more

I have been a loyal patron of Lula's since oh 198-90 something...and have always been thrilled with my experience and purchases in this fabulous shop. Owner and knowledgeable staff help source what I'm looking for in a flash, as well as being tolerant of my persnickity days of not knowing quite what I'm looking for. True vintage GOLD - be it victorian embroidered cotton croquet blouse, 40's rhinestoned rayon or the wonder of 70s Qiana, shoes, hats, belts, men's wear, shirts and pajama's - Pendleton ropes! She's got it, yeah baby she's got it read more

I visited LULA vintage over the winter holidays& absolutely loved the store . The fixtures and architecture, were clean and modern , but the clothing , hats and accessories were the best blasts from the past. All the merchandise was displayed in an organized manor , making it very easy to see , and touch all the lovely fabrics and materials of the clothing . Lula carries a range of styles from the 30s, 40s , 50s , 60s and beyond. As an avid vintage collector and fan of vintage , I am impressed with how " non- thrift store like " this particular boutique is. I purvhased several gorgeous pieces , in perfect condition ,so it shows the owner- Haily , has high standards for her collections. Surprisingly , I also loved her pricing - you can get a lot for a little . In my home town of Miami Florida,similar pieces cost 3 times as much ! I am a size6 and it's hard to find vintage- in sizes above a 2... but she had plenty of things that fit us modern girls. Last but not least , I dropped a piece of my own jewelry in a dressing room while I tried things on , later I called the store & asked Hailey to see if anyone found it.. She searched for me ,found it & took it upon herself to go through the trouble of mailing it back to me safely .. I was thrilled . Her ethic , honesty, and the merchandise she sells , is a testament to a well run business. I will visit again anytime I'm in town & only wish she had a sister store close to my home .. I recommend this store . It has huge respect for the past and present .. read more

This is a great vintage store! You can tell the owner really knows vintage and always stocks the cutest stuff. I would go here a lot more if I lived closer. I have gotten quite a few dressy dresses here and their stuff is always in great condition. read more