I was in the area and I have always been a fan of Wasteland so I decided to check it out since I haven't been to Melrose in years. I ended up finding some Versace boots for such a great price and a blazer by Alice & Olivia plus a cute classic Fendi skirt. I tried on everything before I bought and everything looked great. It's definitely a splurge coming here but I figured it's worth it and I might come back for another item. If it is still here and if it gets marked down. Overall, I say that it does take time trying on and looking for a special item but it is worth it if you are in the area and you have a lot of patience. All my items are really stunning and I can honestly say that they are just exceptional. I got a lot of compliments on this one blazer that matches the whole Hollywood vibe. But yeah if you want to look cool and on point, Wasteland always has everything. Fitting room staff very nice and also the assistants who helped me with the higher end stuff. I will definitely come back! Just make sure you come prepared when you come visit because the stuff is not cheap. You truly get what you pay for but I will say it is very worth it! read more

Stopped by Wastleland a day before the 4th of July. It was hot and when I walked in the super friendly staff offered me an ice cold drink. My friend got a pair of Timberland boots in great condition and a pair or earrings. I unfortunately did not find something. I had my eye on a pair of Miu Miu shoes but they were too small for me. While shopping, multiple smiling employees offered us help. Honestly the vibes were amazing. read more

Wasteland - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had a great experience selling yesterday thanks to Wes, Mikey and Uri. I'm moving out of the country for work in October and needed to sell a ton of clothing. Uri, who was my buyer, was very helpful, professional and super chill. He gave me so much time and looked over everything while explaining the pricing versus what wasteland could resell. It helped me make decisions that were best for me. He ended up buying a lot of really great pieces for a fair price, which made it worth the trip. Plus he was so nice and helped make the experience fun and enjoyable. I highly recommend. read more

Will come again!! Place is very hit or miss but got super lucky with a hit and scored a pair of super cute betsey johnson heels that I wore to a magic show~ yippee so happi very much curated shops, surely all thnx to the staff who btw were helpful very kind and friendly and all around incredibly stylish, hence why cute awesome girl help me (sorry spacing on her name..) with da shoes (user error moment) and let me know she picked them out for the floor~ tyty pricing is decent/soso they could have been mean and evils and price gouged (they did not yet!! YAY) but it not like a steal price either their condition was used but vv decent/good (some wear+minor stains) and I did not have anyyyy heels on unforch some shoes seemed near brand spanking new thou all relatively good condition again finds alil hit or miss overall so thankful I stumbled here in time for da showww ps. ty for da pen :3 added to my collection heheh read more

Wasteland - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Surprisingly this was a well organized shop. I didn't think I'd find anything here, only accompanying my Dd here. Staff were welcoming and very helpful. So many rare finds, in great condition. Too bad they didn't have my size DD found a whole concert outfit here that she couldn't find online or in retail stores. Love that there was security at the door. Somehow that made my shopping experience more comfortable. read more

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Excellent customer service , authentic personalities and of course great high end merchandise I definitely recommend! Excellent staff as well and shout out to Niko she's great! read more

Just was in here a few minutes ago. After shopping around for a bit I went to the dressing room to try on a few dresses and a male worker pulled back the dressing room curtain on me while I was down to my underwear. Couldn't even comfortably continue to try on clothes, I was afraid it would happen again so I put my clothes back on and left. Be cautious going here, as there are workers that will harass you. This experience left me feeling violated and paranoid. Be aware read more

This was a fun visit for the variety of brands offered. Prices are a bit extreme for some things and shockingly reasonable for others, with no seeming rhyme or reason. The security guard was pacing outside the door and walked right in front of me without noticing when I tried to enter. They had a notoriously counterfeit Louis Vuitton belt (complete with a regularly-faked box) in the showcase. But I did find a trench coat I've had my eye on for years and it had a great price for the condition. I'd come back. read more

Used to come here to buy and sale and my last few experiences at this specific location weren't the best. The staff seems young and unprofessional, more focused on what music is playing and joking amongst themselves than to make sure people who are to sell are seen in order and greeted properly. I came today around 11:30 ans was told selling would start at 12. Came back at 12:15 and my name had been called apparently but I was told I'd be the next person they'd see. After they called different sellers name I just walked back to the desk to tell them I was now in a hurry and the buyer girl that was "helping me" told me I would be next. She then proceed to call me 15 minutes later to let me know she was going on break (while giggling) and that someone else would see me shortly. I just left. Place need some good management. The place in studio city is much better read more

I've been to Wasteland for a total of 3 times so far and it's always fun to browse. They have clothing, shoes, accessories and handbags. Prices aren't that cheap but you can find fast fashion to mid luxury brands (LoveShackFancy, Ganni etc) to designer brands. I have seen a Balenciaga skirt and a Chanel vest here but prices are very high. I did purchase a vintage white dress for about $50 on my 3rd try here. Plenty of fitting rooms. read more

Wasteland - Vintage Dress - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The store is amazing. I love the customer service Anna the store manager is amazing. Very professional amazing great service and the merchandises top of the line. read more

This Wasteland is my favorite location by far. One of my biggest gripes with thrifting is that 98% of it is usually wack, and you end up spending all that time browsing for that possible hidden gem, which most of the time isn't even there. However, for this location, I almost always instantly find something fire and I walk away with a purchase or two. I guess the people who sell to this location just have great taste. I have bought all my thrifted Harley Davidson shirts from this location. Also I need to know what laundry detergent they are using to clean the clothes. Everything on the rack smell amazing, its crazy. Parking in this area can be a little hectic but the surrounding neighborhood streets have 2 hr parking so it's not too bad. Just be respectful of the people living there and don't block their driveways. read more

I've been coming to this location for almost 10 years. Like any thrift store, you have to look & the selection depends on the day. Yes obviously employees get first dibs - they work there - but I've never had bad service. I have found Rick, Margiela, Marni, and LV here before - sometimes for good prices, sometimes not so good. Wanted to get rid of some unused clothes so I came by here the other day. Other than the manager saying the wait time would be short, while I actually waited for 30+ minutes - which wasn't appreciated - it was ok. I sold most of my items (yes for no where near retail), but better than the 1% I have been offered before. Whether I want to or not - I know I'll be back at some point. read more

Stopped by while shopping in the area and then returned to shop again two weeks later. I was able to find some great pieces the first trip and much better than retail price. They have a nice sized dressing room. They have a lot of inventory so prepare to spend some time looking through it all. read more

Wasteland - Perfect Reformation dress! - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great store - well laid out. You'd never guess this was a vintage store. Staff is friendly. Quality of the items run the gamut of pristine to somewhat moth-ridden but there is a wide variety of brands to be found. Pricing is good, but not always commensurate with condition. There are really good deals to be found here. This will definitely be a must go every time I'm in town! read more

Great store for vintage clothing especially if you're looking for high end resale. Wasteland has plenty of goods from clothing to shoes and accessories. Price points range. I got a few pieces of jewelry that was on par with say H&M, cheap yeah but you could also walk away with a pair of Burberry Sunglasses that retail for 700.00 for like 250.00. Staff is fun and friendly but the wrap stand is confusing. Cashiers are in a big circle so it's unclear where you should stand in terms of forming a line. I would definitely check them out if you're in the area. read more

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Great store.. you will always find something good in here. I've been here 1 million times I just don't understand the need for them to have the music at full blast every single time I come in here.. it's like you can't even be on the phone while you're in here it's so loud. I don't know if they just like wanna give you a headache so you can't think straight while you're trying to shop but it's just out of control read more

It was my 1st time at this location I always go to the one in Studio City I have to be real, honest and say that the Melrose location is a lot better they bought so many of the items that Studio City couldn't buy. They have more namebrand in this location and the staff was amazing very friendly. The service was on point and their prices were top dollar on the purchases. I want to thank the manager, Mikey D and Brandon for making things very fast and easy even though you guys are far from my house, I will definitely be coming to this location read more

Wasteland is at the top of our list for high end, limited edition and hard to find vintage clothing. The store is well-organized and clean. Prices are reasonable for the quality, especially when you consider the work that goes into the item selections, displays and the overall shopping experience. The staff is always friendly. Street parking is fairly easy to find. There are similar stores in the area, but none compare to Wasteland. read more

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Sadly showed up at 5:59 with clothing to sell and was turned away before I even stepped over the door frame. I guess they stop accepting clothing for appraisal by 6pm (even though I can't find this notated anywhere online). I wanted to leave a tip on this page, but could only leave a review. read more

I love going into Wasteland, I always find something I love or covet, and the prices make it a great place to expand and freshen up my wardrobe. Highly recommend! read more

The buying process was quick and straightforward. They selected a few of my items, but the pricing was not close enough to reflect a fair market value for my designer pieces, so I decided not to sell. This place is a great option if you need cash and have unique designs or designer items you want to part with. read more

Great shop! Love their selection. Take your time and find some great rock tees! Can't wait for the next time I have time to shop here

Wasteland Clothing Store on Melrose Avenue is a vintage clothing store that has been around since the early 1980s. It was founded by Joe Swinney and Cheryl Cohen, who had a passion for vintage clothing and saw the potential in creating a retail store that would bring together the best of vintage clothing from around the world. The store quickly became a favorite among celebrities, fashion designers, and trendsetters, and it continues to remain a popular destination for those looking for unique and stylish pieces. I used to shop this location from time to time many years ago but I stopped going as the quality of the items (either vintage or fairly recent year items) began to go downhill. Also the entire shopping experience has just deteriorated. I think the other locations are much much better. Also... you CAN sell your items to this store or the other locations... but there is a high likelihood that you will face rejection. read more

Among the top of my list of things to do in LA was some thrifting with the hopes of coming across some designer pieces. Wasteland is certainly the place for that! There are shelves and racks and cases dedicated specifically to housing designer products. However, I'm not sure you're really getting "deals" when shopping there. Stuff is still pretty expensive. If you're on the fence about a particular designer piece, I encourage you to do your due diligence and research. The selection it great. Ranges from high end to popular online boutique. Theres a great selection for men and women and items for various seasons. This is definitely the spot to get the ~LA experience~. Attaching a photo of the pieces I got from there. Tan top - Meshki Tan skirt - I Am Gia blue dress - Meshki Al this came to about $150. read more

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I really liked Wasteland overall. A friend gave me Wasteland actually a destination in the area to park, not necessarily a place to visit, but I decided to stop by anyway. The store is noisy, both from the loud pop music play and the customers milling about looking for cool vintage finds. At first I was slightly overwhelmed by what I was experiencing, but in a good way I suppose. I immediately began looking in the men's area, which I found to be a little small, but overall they had some really great finds. I did think for the most part that the prices were a little over the top, but I get it considering where I was (LA), and if you scoured eBay for some vintage shirts you might see some comparable pricing. Also, Wasteland has some high end brands too so you're getting quality for the price too. I did find a concert t shirt that I had to get. I was waited on by a super friendly associate and off I went. I'd definitely recommend it for someone (probably a girl) looking for vintage fashions who doesn't mind spending a few extra dollars. read more

Wasteland - Perfect find - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The employee named Oren was knowledgeable and passionate about the clothing. He helped me get to the dressing room and he helped me find my Special outfit for my fancy night :) read more

Wasteland is one of my favorite stores to sell and shop in LA. I feel welcomed here and the staff is very friendly & professional.They have a great selection of clothes. read more

There are many great finds here. Many things here are very expensive though. I will definitely be returning for more iconic pieces. read more

Wasteland - Found a cute kappa jacket that makes me feel like I'm part of the 2000s Y2K era. - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I make a point to come here when I'm in the area, not for the overall shopping experience, but in hopes that I'll strike gold. Today I got lucky. I found a practically new Wilson's leather jacket and a cute mini skirt that actually fit me. Most of the time when I come here I don't find anything and am quite frankly let down by the overall selection. The employees are sweet and chill. No issue there. I just feel like their selection is all over the place, and not in a good way. You're either paying $100 minimum for a nicer and/or name brand piece, or paying around $20 for a used item from Urban Outfitters. What about more middle of the road items / prices? I do have to say they have some great designer stuff but most people aren't in the market for that. Don't come here expecting to find low prices, even on lower end brands. I paid $28 for a skirt from Urban Outfitters, which isn't god awful but isn't low either. I'm stoked on what I found but I know today was a rarity. I'd say Wasteland is worth the visit if you're in the area and looking for something cool read more

Wasteland is always one of my favorite Melrose thrift stores. I have been to LA a couple of times and always stop in because of their selection! Everyone who works there is super kind! They have high value items and a large selection! read more

Had always wanted to check this store out when I was on Melrose again. Finally had the chance last weekend. It's a large store with a lot of clothing for both men and women. They also had a large amount of designer bags and shoes locked behind glass. The staff were nice and friendly and said hello a lot. I had wanted to look at Gucci belts and. Lady Dior bag and the staff was patient with me. Although it's possible that one of the Gucci belts I looked at may not have been authentic. I have some myself and the one I looked at didn't have a serial number on the back like they usually do. They have a good selection of high end designer clothing as well. Prices were expected for a store like this. Some pieces I liked from brands were marked off reasonably. They had clothing from Saint Laurent, Prada, Supreme, and more. Definitely fun to spend some time looking around. The styles are really unique and would definitely help make you stand out. I sadly didn't purchase anything this trip I liked but I spent at least 45 min in here browsing and getting an idea for what I like. read more

This place is huge and their stuff, especially there shoes, are amazing! They're not that cheap but I definitely wouldn't have minded getting some of the stuff I tried, if it was my size. read more

I previously purchased a few items from Wasteland online, but I had been wanting to check out the physical store because I was told there were many more options in person than online. I was not disappointed! I really enjoyed my entire experience as I was met with fun music, spunky decor, and some great thrifting finds. I love that there's a mixture of new, vintage, and luxury so it's really a fun place to visit with friends even if you have different styles and preferences. There are so many rows of different styles of clothing and shoes, so you can really find something for any type of clothing style. I ended up purchasing two items, but I definitely would have shopped around for more if I didn't visit right before closing! To top it off, staff was extremely welcoming and friendly. I loved that I could try on items, and the staff were very accommodating and made some small talk that just puts the cherry on top of this experience. I definitely will return to Wasteland if I'm in the area! read more

Wasteland - Front window display - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wow how the mighty have fallen... this store used to be amazing before corona virus, now it's full of tacky items with July/August tags... in October & a bunch of strung out looking 20 year olds behind the counter who know nothing about fashion. Even the way they tag the items is so uncool, they don't tag seams or tags they just make holes in everything. The store is pretty much empty, all there is to browse is tacky stripper looking shoes and jeans from July. They have about 20 sweaters in the designer section, just so disappointing this place used to be amazing! Bring back old management and staff!! read more

first things first: this is a more expensive secondhand store than crossroads/buffalo exchange. because of that, you can find some really cool designer/vintage pieces here, which may or may not be in your price range. it's a fun place to browse, but only occasionally do i end up actually finding something i want in my price range, and that's okay. that is the nature of this store. however, recently i have had some less than stellar experiences here. firstly, because the prices of the items sold here are on the higher side, i naturally assumed that this would therefore be the best place to sell my nicer items. of course i don't want to waste my own time, so i took ONLY my nicest things that i was trying to sell there - trendy and cute pieces from brands like aritzia, i am gia, tigermist, peppermayo, a genuine leather skirt from alice & olivia, a green genuine leather jacket in perfect condition, vintage lingerie from frederick's of hollywood, etc. but in the end, they only wanted to buy one piece from me - a brand new with tags dress from tigermist. they told me they would price it at $22, so they would pay me $6.60 for it. look, it is what it is, it's their right to not buy my items. i do think they were weird for passing on so many of my items because like i said, i only took things there that i thought they might actually buy given the brands i've seen before while shopping there. but i did find it insulting and honestly a little suspicious that they offered to buy my one dress for less than $7. yes, this is pure speculation, but frankly i just found it hard to believe that they would only sell that dress for $22 given the prices i've seen them sell similar items for. so i decided for that price i would rather just keep it and sell to crossroads instead, where i would probably get either the same price or better, and where i can feel confident crossroads will actually sell it for the price they claim they will. i do not think i will try selling here ever again. but the selling experience is not even what left a seriously bad taste in my mouth. after my unsuccessful selling attempt i decided to look around the store and try on some things. one dress i tried on i thought was very cute, but it didn't have any tag on it anywhere, not even a materials tag. wasteland had labeled it as a "women's vintage dress" and priced it at $68. i was seriously considering buying it, but out of curiosity, i took a picture of the dress while in the fitting room and looked it up on google. turns out - that EXACT dress was being sold on amazon for $42. (pictures attached for proof). not vintage AT ALL. so yeah. needless to say i didn't buy the dress. i will continue to shop here, but i would say you should be wary of any item that has no tag and is labeled "vintage". google image search is your friend - use it. maybe it was an honest mistake on the part of whoever took in that item... or maybe it wasn't. but you'd think the buyers here would know better, and would know how to use google. so it feels veeeery shady to me. proceed with caution when shopping here! read more

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Love this location, the thrift finds are top tier and the employees (specifically James and Camille who are AWESOME) helped me with advice and tips. Amazing service and great finds. Now this is my favorite location but I'll miss them at the studio city store read more

Whats not to love about this store! High end designer clothes fairly priced with excellent music playing in the background. This has to be my "go-to " spot for special occasion outfits. The one thing I wish they had more of are Large dresses. Its possible that I showed up on a bad day for dresses as I found plenty of other pieces like tops. read more

Went in today to sold my beloved dress and I was ready to part with it. I'm grateful there's a place that buys high end designer clothing at any point in time even if I won't get anywhere close to the price I paid for it. Thank you! I'm definitely going to continue selling and buying here. I love the other location also so I am a regular seller and buyer read more

From a sellers view they pay more than crossroads and then other consignment stores so if you have expensive stuff and don't want to sell on Poshmark this is a good option. read more