First time here with my daughters, brother and sister-in-law today. So fun to browse. Great couch to sit for trying shoes. The staff were particularly cheerful and seemed up be having fun organizing items together--I like seeing camaraderie among coworkers. My brother found a nice bow tie and some handkerchiefs and my sister-in-law found some fancy vintage costume jewelry. read more

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The staff is rude and unwelcoming. No greeting walking in and the staff gave me a dirty look and I didn't know why. I took a sip of water and the staff shouted across the store for me to stop drinking the water. I wasn't aware I couldn't drink water in the store and I think there was a nicer way to go about the situation. I felt uncomfortable and left. read more

Fun fun fun... Another amazing store that literally carries everything. It can be a bit overwhelming when you walk in but your eyes will get adjusted...lol... This place has loads and I mean loads of fun hidden jewels. There's so much items in stock that you literally have to spend some time here. You will literally want everything that you see. The selection of clothing from all sorts of era. You have fun theme items which theres loads. Of course they can be a daily wear item. The vintage collection is top notch. All the decors throughout the stores are fun. Vintage mannequin heads, the dressing rooms doors made of old vintage refrigerator doors, they were great. There's a huge selection of vintage jewelry on displays as well as loads of fun sunglasses. Beside the clothes, the vintage signs which I assume are display were fun. Now that'll be great for home decor. Not sure if they're for sale though. Basically this is another gem along the art district that worth a wander. So much amazing and fun pieces. read more

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The plus is that there is a lot to choose from in this thrift shop. The minus is that it is hard to shop because the racks are jam packed too tight and I hate that because when you try to pull one thing out five other things come jumping off the rack. The other negative is that they are a bit over priced for what they have so I ended up not purchasing anything here. The decor is cool and I do suggest people stop in to see if there is something they might like. read more

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Great second hand store. There are a lot of items which makes it a bit hard to shop, since there is not too much space in the racks to move things around. read more

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Visited this store for the first time with my daughter yesterday. OMG. This store is literally packed full of vintage clothing, shoes and accessories. So many racks and shelves to look through. Their dressing room doors are actual old refrigerator doors. Everything about and in this shop was so cool not to mention the employees were super friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning soon. read more

The customer service was nice , they have a great selection of vintage clothing and I like how they title what era the clothing is from, it's a bit pricey . My son absolutely wanted this one shirt looked about $10 but it was $90 for a shirt I know would have sold way cheaper at a donation place but the store had the cutest dressing room doors . The parking is street parking which was a bit annoying to look for but overall I recommend visiting this place read more

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Great clothes just too expensive. I if the prices were more accessible it would be 5 stars but some stuff is like 80+ for a stained tee and you just can't justify that on minimum wage. read more

The good: This vintage shop has a ton of cool vintage clothing for both men and women. They also have a lot of shoes and accessories like ties, jewelry, sunglasses, hats, belts and more. I had so much fun looking through all of the cool graphic t-shirts. The place is very well organized. The graphic t-shirts are separated from the polos, vests, button-ups, etc. The best part about this place is how their price tags tell you the decade that the item is from. I don't know if it's just their best estimate/guess or if they look into the brand/production history, etc. The items I saw were mostly from the 60s-80s. It's spooky season so this is a great spot to come get items for decade-related Halloween costumes. The bad: Everything is pretty pricey. I know some folks are willing to pay a pretty penny for authentic vintage gear so this is your place is you're looking for a unique and authentic souvenir from the past. T-shirts are around $25-38 on average. The interesting: They have cat-related figurines and art as well as dog statues. read more

Meow - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Did you know if you walk in and don't look like the expected regulars then you'll have eyes on you the second you walk in, and that even if you ask them with a smile to use the fitting room they still will look at you like you shouldn't be there and when you leave and say goodbye and thank you they will chase you down the street and GRAB YOUR HOODIE to accuse you of stealing a 5 dollar hair clip from a store I've shopped at since I was a teenager that I've sent countless people to over the years. read more

Great selection of vintage garments and accessories. Definitely worth a visit if you're in to original and rare items!

I love this shop, came in to check it out and found a lot of cute things. I especially loved my this top with the name Betty, since my name is Bety!!! You know I had to have it. I saw take a trip or make it a day on 4th street. Come support these businesses. read more

Meow - Had to get it, names Bety !!!! - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This store is amazing! It's Jam-packed with vintage clothes, sunglasses and regular frames, cards and postcards, shoes, jewelry, hair accessories, and so much more. The staff member behind the counter was incredibly sweet. They heard my young daughter asking for a locket, and while I scanned the cases, they found one and presented it to me to make sure it was okay. Then they gave her a special box to protect her necklace, which she thought was so wonderful. Customer service and available selection are both five stars, and we would/will definitely return. I am LOVING my vintage sunnies! read more

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Found some really cool stuff, definitely overpriced but a unique place overall. The worker wasn't super friendly but that's ok.

I got a weird vibe there. "Cooler than thou" store clerks that gave me the stink eye and immediately put me in a really bad shopping mood. Not even a "hello" guys? The woman there breezed by me several times ignoring my existence. Maybe I'm just not "cool" enough for you to acknowledge my existence or I wasn't dressed "rockabilly" enough to be allowed proper recognition. Okay, fine. I kind of felt like shouting "Doesn't anyone want my money?!!!" The racks were a little too packed for my taste. That's how stuff gets damaged. And my arms get tired shoving things around. Flipping through the dresses made me feel like I was going through circa 1970s Dolly Parton's costume wardrobe. Despite seeing several really cute things I liked, I refused to buy them because of the crappy mood this store was putting me in. I prefer to buy things from people who say "Hello" to me when entering their place of business rather than being greeted by a look of complete and utter disdain for my existence. The shops on Retro Row kind of peeve me off. Doubt I'll be back anytime soon. I'm a vintage dealer and I've run several vintage shops in the past and I would never imagine being so rude to people who might want to spend money, or heaven forbid want to actually RETURN to shop again. Unbelievable. read more

Loved loved loved this Long Beach Retro Row store, Meow! The place is hip. The employees are even hipper! They have all kinds of neat vintage clothing and accessories in the shop! I loved the selection. I liked the focus (they don't have all kinds of crap laying around). I liked the prices (although some items were a bit pricey). I was looking foa fun vintage men's jacket (which I didn't find here). I had fun shopping here and left with a smile on my face! Love it! read more

First time browsing here was a great experience. Didn't end up buying anything, but loved how many items there were to look through and appreciated how kind/positive all of the workers were. I've been followed around stores and felt pressured into making purchases around the Long Beach/LA area before, so it was refreshing to get some space while shopping and be treated like a friend. There were sections dedicated to vintage lingerie, button up tops, short sleeves, dresses, jackets, sweaters, denim, shoes and more. Also enjoyed the music that was playing which is always a plus! Will definitely return my next time out in CA :) read more

I came here looking for some vintage clothing to add perfectly to my Halloween costume. I went a little bit overboard because I absolutely loved everything that I saw! We bought vintage jackets, boots and some fun buttons to go along with our costumes and let me tell you these things are authentic! You're going to be paying a little bit for the Vintage aspect. Everything looks and wears nicely though! The lady that helped us out was really helpful and she found everything in the sizes that we were looking for. Awesome little store with neon signs as decoration. Great experience overall. read more

Went in here today to drop off flyers for a community event in English and Spanish- whoever the guy was refused the Spanish flyers and said "last I checked this is still America." So offensive on so many levels. I just wish I could have thought of something better to say to him than "ewww." Also, last time I went in there with my Mexican boyfriend they were really polite to me and rude to him. I won't be going back there. Ewww. read more

Great quality clothes that are in great condition , found a brown Corduroy suit set ! Usually hard to find sets of things when they are vintage but they had a lot of suit sets read more

Been here a few times and the staff is always awesome and helpful. After a bad experience at Far Outfit I came here looking for better service and items. I def got that. Service has always been wonderful when I've come in. I've now bought a top, bell bottoms, a coat, and more to come in the future. PROS: - great staff - big selection of era clothing - shoes, hats, coats, pants, accessories - prices are pretty fair - they always have Dead Stock - Staff is always so kind and incredibly helpful CONS: - wish it was bigger so I can search through more goodies read more

Meow - Lovely 70s coat for $75 - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Long Beach, California

The idea of vintage clothing really does it for me, but in practice? Well, I'm more of a wash n' wear kinda gal and vintage is just too damn high-maintenance for my liking. But, I guess because I like to torture myself or dream that I live in a world of tumble dry vintage dresses I've been to Meow a thousand times. I'm mostly a looky loo, but I really do like how the store is organized and compared to some other vintage shops the prices seem pretty reasonable. I generally only buy accessories or costumes here. And let me tell you, they've got their shit together when it comes to costumes. The staff is super helpful at helping you find items for your party whether it be Ugly Sweater or Carnie Chic - they've got you covered. Now that I think about it... the reason I go in here so much is probably to marvel at the giant Steak-O-Rama neon sign and reminisce about days of yore with cheap steak and potato lunches. ...and then walk down the street to eat at Lola's. read more

One word: QUALITY. Stepping into Meow is truly like transporting back to a time when women actually cared about being impeccably coiffed to go to the market, and highballs at noon were perfectly acceptable. For those that expect to go in and find pristine pieces but want to pay Goodwill prices, they are deluded. This is a vintage store, which specifically buys and hand selects each item based on their period, quality, and worth. Consider them investment pieces that will carry on for another fifty years. Really, if you're looking for vintage pieces at thrift store prices, by all means, try your luck at a thrift store. Back in my strict retro-styling days, Meow was one of the stores that I would visit frequently. I have always found the prices to be fair and appropriate. Again, anyone who complains of the "inflation" does not understand vintage fashion, and is merely trying to fulfill some faddish look. To which I say "laaaame". I have yet to come across a vintage store that contains as much deadstock (never worn, never sold items, originally produced in its era) as Meow. It's pretty amazing, actually, how much time and care owner Kathleen puts forth in finding the items that she does. They are truly unique and worthwhile purchases. The clothing, shoes, and accessories are well organized yet displayed in a creative way. The clothing is also steamed and ready-to-wear, which is a pretty thoughtful and professional way to present/sell the items. Shopping at Meow is very much how I would imagine shopping back in the day would look and feel like. It's fun, and almost indulgent. Lastly, props go to my girl J Martin who mans the Meow on weekends. She's a sweet gal with an even sweeter style. If anyone knows anything about fashion, especially vintage fashion, it would be her. So, make sure to hit her up with any questions! But really, the whole gang is helpful and fabulous, so anyone with attitude issues are just being catty themselves. Me-owww. read more

.. what are you guys even talking about.. "Quality" my patoot! I walked in here yesterday, first off it smells.. funny. Not good nostalgic 'funny' either.. more like great grandma's moth ball filled closet 'funny'. I took a look around... looking.. looking some more. Basically, it seems like Austin Powers threw up ALL OVER. I guess if you're looking for overpriced loud vintage-ware, this is the spot for you! We found shoes that had no business being sold for anything over a few bucks, the girl working made a comment that they were "lovingly worn". "Thrashed" would be the word I'd have used. They were sort of next to a few dresses I was thinking of giving a chance from a few feet away. Upon further inspection there were a few buttons missing and a small but noticeable hole near the hemline on one and stains around the arm areas on the other.. and.. just.. no. read more

I have to agree with other yelpers, the associates at the store couldn't even manage to say hi or smile to acknowledge mine and my friend's existence. I was there yesterday and I found a pair of gold ankle boots that I absolutely loved. They were $40 but they were in good condition and I figured it's best to give my money to an independent business anyway. I wore them for literally less than an hour, during my drive from home to school and they immediately started falling apart. I know that their items are final sale so I didn't even bother asking for store credit because I already know what their answer is gonna be. Never thought I would say this but... go to Forever 21 or H&M instead. Their shoes will at least last more than 24 hours. Check out the photos I posted to see how crappy the shoes were :( read more

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VERY COOL GLITTERY BLUE SEATS INSIDE AND THAT'S ABOUT THE ONLY GOOD THING. Employees (white lady & a black guy) were cold, my friend and I greeted them and they didn't even say "Hi" back or anything. Don't know if it's because we're teenage girls, but according to previous reviews, they're just plain old rude people. Overpriced stuff, I bought a small ring for $6, I just really liked it. Tried testing out the employees to see if they would like us more after buying something with a good-hearted "Have a nice day!" and once again got no response back. Whatever, they're just old and dusty like the rest of their overpriced stuff. read more

Love coming here for vintage fashion. This weekend was my second time visiting the store. Both visits I have spent alot of money. Love the items I found here but I'm bummed about the high prices. I dropped a couple hundred on my first visit and over a hundred this past weekend. Just be prepared to spend money when you walk in here. Tons of great stuff to look at. read more

One evening before getting ready, (IE pajama pants, no make up and a big bottle of Vodka), a friend and I went to the store for some pre drinking booze....While standing in line, the man waiting behind us, tapped me on the shoulder and said, "you look like you're into vintage clothes!" then handed me a meow business card. "Really? what gave it away? The sweat pants??" 5 stars for a charming man that really can spot a diamond in the rough! read more

My secret weapon in the fashion world If you can't find anything at Meow you're either Blind or you don't know what to look for read more

I've been purchasing clothing here for well over ten years. Kathleen is the Queen of Vintage! Her prices are unbeatable and very affordable. I've purchased many dead stock items that would have cost double at any other vintage store in Los Angles or online. When ever I visit I always seem to run into someone I know. Met some very interesting people while shopping here and I've learned some useful tips from the Queen of Vintage herself. Meow is one of my favorite places to shop in Long Beach. read more

I just wish everything wasn't so damn expensive, though I understand why it is. I get all my glasses frames here...and they'll even recommend an optometrist who will straighten frames for you. If that isn't the bomb...? But I'm too chubby to fit into most the clothes these days and they are overstocked. Love you guys...but have a mega-sale or something, okay? They style of the shop is very very very cute. The staff are not a bunch of snobby a-holes. Also, if you don't find something at Meow, you can find something cool at another store on 4th street. Meow is a Long Beach legend. You have to go there at least once. read more

I must've missed something... I didn't really see much of a difference between the prices here and those at the other stores on 4th. And the quality here is top-notch, "deadstock" or otherwise. I think Meow takes the prize for variety and selection as well. While Christina S. is spot-on about there being much better deals on similar items at the Rose Bowl flea market, part of what you're paying for is the experience- a comfortable store, clothing that has already been cleaned and doesn't require as much inspection, nice fitting rooms for trying on, not to mention the limitations of the Rose Bowl- it's a bit of a trek for some, and only there once a month! Meow separates most items by era, and there are tons of handbags, unique jewelry, and vintage eyeglass frames- in general, a larger offering of accessories than the other shops on 4th. This is my second-favorite shop on 4th, after immoni. I always find something here. read more

I really really liked this store, it just didn't have what I was shopping for. I came looking for a '60's cocktail dress and I found a lot of other stuff, just not quite right for what I needed. The dressing rooms and decor here are AMAZING, and it's worth a visit just to see them. The best part of this place is that each of their tags are labeled with the decade they're from-- so if you're looking for something specific, you need only to look at the tag without even so much as eyeballing the racks. If you're like me and not much of a vintage shopper, this is MAJORLY helpful. On 4th Street's Retro Row, this store is most definitely a standout boutique! read more

I was confused upon seeing this... you might think; "what the balls is this place?!" well, it turns out that "meow" is The Ultimate name for a Store EVAR!!! read more

i love meow! they have a beautiful store & unique dressing rooms made out of 1950's refrigerator dorrs. they have a great selection of vintage clothes & are always very organized by era. they are a bit pricey, but i have found some good deals as well. a must see though!!!!!! read more

Meow - JUST LOOK AT THOSE DRESSING ROOMS DOORS! - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Long Beach, California

This store has one of the best selections of extremely well organized vintage pieces at not ridiculous prices. The owner is a fun person who collected her opening stock for years while waitressing and dreaming of her own store. She shops flea markets and swap meets regularly and the stock is ever changing. Colorful, fun, joyful. People who think vintage stores smell should stick to haunting Macy's (but not the Shoe Department, that's my area and sacred turf). read more

I bought vintage glasses frames here for a very affordable $48 (less than any frames at Costco or Target cost). I love them, and get lots of compliments on them. What's more, the staff at Meow was incredibly nice and helpful, even when I took forever trying on frames and hemming and hawing over which ones to buy. I've been here several times since, and I've always found the staff to be really friendly, the atmosphere to be nice, and the prices to be reasonable. I definitely recommend going here if you're looking for vintage glasses frames, which can be hard to find. They have a huge selection, at really reasonable prices, and are cool about helping you find ones that work for you. read more

Of all the vintage shops on "Retro Row", this one is the best. It's been there so long I remember buying stuff as a kid. They have lots of clothes, jewelry, and shoes. Some of the vintage stuff has never been worn, with the old tags still on it. One star off because I'm a broke fattie who can't fit into any of their cute stuff, and since it's all a little overpriced I wouldn't be able to afford it anyway. Still fun to shop there though. read more

So people keep complaining that Retro Row is over priced, and I guess people don't realize that these are not your regular good ol' thrift stores like Goodwill of Salvation Army...these are VINTAGE STORES! They have cut out the hunting that you would normally do for a cute vintage skirt and have put a ton of vintage skirts in one place! I personally LOVE Meow over the other shops, their prices are reasonable for the quality/make/era and they are actually one of a kind VINTAGE pieces not just mass produced vintage look-a-likes. So if you are looking for a vintage piece and in a particular color and need it soon GO TO MEOW and pay the price tag as it will save you time and money on gas. read more

I love the selection the shop has. u can find from 20s to 90s and even vintage birthday cards. 50's sunglasses? staff are super friendly too. store is clean and organized. read more