Aaardvark

Well I was going to check out their jackets. But as I was looking for the jackets, the woman working rushed up to me and asked me what I was doing (in a tone as if I wasn’t supposed to be there). I said I’m looking for a jacket. The woman said I wasn’t allowed to have my skateboard inside. I asked why not. She repeated you aren’t allowed to have your skateboard inside. I told her I would take great care not to get any of the clothing or the floor dirty from my skateboard. She was very persistent that I leave my skateboard outside. I was not going to leave my skateboard outside though, I told her my skateboard is worth over $ 200. I asked if I could leave it inside somewhere and she said There is no room inside. There was clearly PLENTY of room for me to fit my board. I don’t understand what she (or management/​owners) have against skateboards. But I am not going to just leave my skateboard out on the side of the street for it to get stolen. I skated nearly 10 miles to look at their selection of jackets but I left without getting the chance to look at any because they have something against skateboards.
TO THE OWNER: I probably would taken the bus back to the store if the woman working weren’t the rudest person I ever dealt with at a used clothing store. But she had a horrible tone and treated me like a criminal and as if I was stupid. Horrible first impression and I doubt there will be a chance for a second unless my friends end up coming here some time

I love this place! I initially went here for a pair sunglasses because I was told there sunglasses are amazing. The sunglasses are just okay, but the clothing is everything! I could not decide if I wanted a legit vintage camo jacket or a legit popping poncho. This was an enteral battle. This lead me to have a conversation with myself which also lead the employee to watch me like a hawk and look at me strangely. I do not blame her LOL
After seeing I was sane she was sweet and very helpful. I ended up getting the vintage camo jacket for $ 20.00. Know you may be saying I can bet that at a Thrift Store BUT they have all sizes, the jacket is impeccably clean, pristine condition, and you have to look around for it which could be a waste of time. Come here for your vintage needs! Love the clothing here.
It is a small intimate store. Very clean and organize. The parking SUCKS but I will take the hit it is worth it.

I usually come here before a rave, this trip was for EDC! The lady helping me today was so sweet and very helpful! I picked up a garter which she approved of and said was very good and didn’t have to worry about pulling socks or fishnets up. She was super sweet and helpful and gave me a few tips and tricks when I wear my mesh garter and fish nets to EDC!
Thank you! Excellent customer service! And they have a parking lot so don’t worry about parking on the street.

Small shop with a lot of surprises and choices. They have excellent quality wigs for a cheap price. They have great costumes, too.

I always come here & theyre always super nice!
Jessica was there today. Her customer service was outstanding :)
They have so many choices to pick from with everything they have. I always get my highwaist shorts from here — $ 20 for Levis!
They also sell stage makeup, contact lenses, tights/​fishnets, knee high socks, booty shorts (sequins, metallic, & american apparel solids), all types of costume shoes, tutus, wigs, accessories!
If you’re ever looking for costumes check this place out!

Great assortment of goods for your dress up needs. Came here on a whim from the suggestion of a friend. The minute I walked in I was glad I took his recommendation. This year I decided on a flapper costume and they had all the small details for costume I needed. They did not have meet small pearl necklaces, but the long ones I could wrap twice around my neck. The best part about this place was how reasonably priced was. It was great.

I was desperately seeking some items for my Sweeney Todd outfit and found this place on Unilocal.Walked in and found everything immediately and the ladies that work there are very helpful. I will be returning to grab more stuff for My Mrs. Lovett costume. This store has everything. The prices are reasonable!!!

I’ve driven by this store regularly for over a year, and today was the 1^st time I’ve gone, and now I can’t believe it took me so long to check it out. I’m no stranger to costume stores but I was pleasantly surprised at how affordable the prices were. I had been looking at some similar items on Etsy and the prices here were a fraction of what I was considering to pay for the same item elsewhere. The staff was friendly and informative, helped me find exactly what I needed and even stayed a little late to make sure we had everything we needed, even though it was past closing time. Their selection is pretty good and has a wide range of sizes and a variety of styles and accessories. Tons of cute sunglasses too, all $ 10 and under but good quality. I got a huge bag of goodies for Burning Man for very little cost. I will definitely be back again soon!

I had to rush in literally 5 mins before they closed to get some costume accessories. I know they were motivated by wanting to close on time, but I got exceptional cust serv from the 2 gas that were working. They showed me several options for exactly what I needed, wigs + more and I was out of there in 5 mins, no joke. So glad they’ve been able to stay open all these yrs, they are really a great addition to the community when they moved to N Red Bch.

Today was the first time I went into the store and it blew my mind, they have every thing inside you have to go the next review I will have my outfit on
Diana from Compton, Ca 90 220

Awesome vintage and costume store. Found everything I needed. Helpful workers. Definitely recommend!

This store has a great selection of costumes, costume accessories and of course Christmas sweaters and vests. I could have looked around for an hour. I did not experience any bad customer service like others who posted reviews.
But choose items carefully… there are no refunds or exchanges.

A fun place for costumes, vintage clothing, weird things, role playing /​cosplay, and trinkets (i.e. wigs, tutus, body paint, etc.) Most of the stuff you better try on, or really, really want because there’s no exchanges, refunds, store credits, or anything… you buy it… it’s yours.
There’s much much more ladies stuff here than guys stuff… but for the dude’s there’s costumes, 70’s shirts, some vintage sports jerseys, flannels, and knick-​knacks.
For the ladies there’s every kind of role-​play costume imaginable and some that leave very little to the imagination (almost like a naughty lingerie store selection, but without being one of those creepy porno stores).
I dunno… sometimes I’ve found some costume stuff there, and other times I’ve struck out miserably… is what it is…
80% of the stock seems like re-​used, re-​purposed, pre-​worn stuff or of low quality… but I did buy an afro wig once that’s held up well… so there.
Smutty clothes and afro wigs… for when you need that!

Amazingly rude sales person. My son was inquiring about contacts for his costume when he asked the salesperson he was referred to about the safety rating of them and what was actually needed to go along with them she snapped… «You shouldn’t buy them if you have that many concerns». I personally think his questions were warranted because he had done research and was informed to get a specific kind of contacts with a certain rating. For a sales person to get mad and snap was a real turn off of the store itself! Being rude is no excuse for being uninformed.

HORRIBLE customer service. It turns out that the individual that was the most annoying and rude of all was the owner. I am completely shocked by the unprofessional conduct exemplified by the owner of this establishment. Shame on you!!!

Place is very pricy but if you need a speciality item for a party or a holiday that party city doesn’t have they usually have it and I guess that’s why you pay the price.
The only other issue is that they think everyone that comes in a stealing from them which makes your shopping experience there seem like a jail visit

What a cute and cool Costume and Vintage store in Redondo Beach.
Came here to get a Christmas sweater last minute. Price varies from $ 15 to $ 30 depending on how «ugly» they are. The «uglier» the sweater, the more expensive it is lol. They also have a lot of awesome stuff from clothing, shoes and accessories. However, it’s too expensive for my taste. I’m cheap, very cheap, and almost all the stuff they have are something I could find for cheaper at other thrift store or in Downtown LA Fashion District.
I think I’ll only come here for last minute costume/​fun clothes, but it won’t be my first choice next time.

My co-​worker and I were discussing our needs for a Christmas sweater for upcoming events we were attending. I Googled for nearby places and found this place on Unilocal!I suggested we go here for lunch to complete our Christmas sweater destiny, which we successfully did!
This store is filled with great costumes, vintage clothing, and accessories, but around Christmas time the hot item is the Christmas sweaters, and they have plenty of them! All their sweaters are pretty awesome, made with high quality, and a great price! In addition, all the sweaters are new and not used! Better than going to a local thrift store which have a limited amount of Christmas sweaters, if you ask me. I bought a great Christmas sweater vest for $ 22, which had snowflakes and tiny bells that jingle. They have pretty tame ones, and also pretty crazy ones… I saw one with fur sleeves which I almost purchased.
In addition, they had cool Christmas accessories, like hats, sunglasses, socks etc. I was planning to buy some but they were kind of pricey, I felt like I could buy these items at a Big Lots or even Wal Mart for cheaper.
When Halloween comes around, or next Christmas, this would be the first place on my list to shop at!

Um this place gets 1 star because the sales girl told me I couldn’t bring my purse in that I would have to leave it outside of the store on the dirty sidewalk if id like to come In. I asked if i could just leave it behind the register with them and she said no it had to be outside of the store.
I’m just saying are you kidding me? You’re not going to let me buy anything because my purse is too big? I had text books and other valuables as I just got out of class and I’m just supposed to throw it out on the sidewalk for one of the many homeless people living off the train tracks over it to steal um it’s okay! I’ll be doing my vintage shopping somewhere else thanks.

Been here 3 times.
1^st visit: Came in to look for Asian themed attire for a dress up birthday bar-​cycling adventure. Asked the sales lady «do you have any viet-​cong looking clothing/​hats?». Lady replied «whats a viet-​cong?». Left making fun of how idiotic that woman/​girl/​idiot was but also feeling sad that she was a functional member of society. Also, did she graduate high school? Hmmm
(BTW, no Asian looking outfits or accessories at all)
2^nd visit: Came in looking for ugly Christmas sweaters for a party-​bomb type moment at a company Christmas party. «Surprise, we look like crazy nuts!». (The boss loved it). Found lots of ugly sweaters but still no customer service. Meh.
3^rd visit: Just a few days ago my husband and I stop in to look for some funky mustaches for Mustache Monday. Found some mustaches, but still no customer service. No one said ‘Hi, can I help you find something’ no one even said ‘thank you’.
We approach the cash register and I ask if they have those plastic sunglasses/​glasses that have the hanging plastic mustaches attached. Rude woman replied «We are not a novelty store. People see stuff like that and they break it then we lose money. If you want novelty items you should go to Party City.» Now, imagine all that said in a real bitchy condescending voice while she looks at you with a straight face as if she should be really taken seriously. We buy our two stupid mustaches and adhesive and leave.
The only sign of customer service this store has ever showed me is a rude woman suggesting I go to Party City to find the items I’m looking for. Thanks for the suggestion. Party City was wonderful. The staff made conversation with me asking what I was going to be for Halloween, a young man helped us find accessories and more (better) mustaches.
I don’t know if Aaardvarks is franchised or if someone/​people own all of them. This location in North Redondo really has problems. Next time just hit up Party City or if you want to go to a mom and pop please try out «Lelands just for fun» on Aviation near Big Lots (Hermosa Beach I think).
Question: What is your definition of a ‘novelty store’?