Block Party WeHo

This was my experience from Thanksgiving weekend of 2013 —
Do the sales associates even work here? I mean, wow.
I was with two friends, and we were the only ones in the store. We had been trying on quite a few clothing pieces in the corner, having received zero attention from any employees, other than a brief «hi» when walking in.
Finally, some guy comes over to where we are, not even to ask if we needed assistance, but to check himself out in the mirror! He didn’t acknowledge us at all, and I didn’t even realize he was an employee until my friend went to pay at the register.
I feel sorry for whoever is paying these guys to basically do nothing, except maybe perpetuate the narcissistic WeHo stereotype.
No thank you.

Great stuff, bad staff. Easily would’ve gotten 4 or 5 stars if we had a better experience with the staff.
Came here upon recommendation of a friend.
Me and my friend walked in to buy this underwear that our friend was hyping up lol.
After about 5 minutes of looking around, I tell me friend «We should just ask someone». A guy leaning on the counter says «what are you looking for” — holy shit I thought he was a customer. Theres no way to identify who works here and who doesn’t.
Anyways we tried to describe what we’re looking for and his face was literally like «-.-». He gives us some attitude and tells us they sell out of things all the time, he has no idea what we’re talking about, and that theres nothing he can do about it. All of that may be true, but theres certainly a better way to say it. While we were looking at the sale section, I caught him starring at us. Uh. Okay.
He rings us up quickly, mumbles under his breath «receipt is in the bag have a good day» and practically shoos us away. They were not busy. Why am I getting shooed away like they’re busy.
Homie in the green cap did not like us for whatever reason.

I have come here for all my clothing and accesory needs when I want to look ‘gay chic’- they are the best– most affordable– but more importantly– friendly– owners and staff. They support the arts– they support the community. Larry, Jim and James are all wonderful people and I can’t say enough good things about them or this store’s witty and funny and creative merchandise. The paintings are rad too! Come check it out– you will love it.

I really had a bad weekend and had to visit a center in West Hollywood after work. I had some time to spare so I walked around the area and decided to go to this store. I never owned a Pair of Papi Underwears or something similar to them so I was kind of nervous shopping for the first time. I looked online to see how much they cost and they are expensive! I came here plenty of times in the past but never bought anything. When I came in the store I wasnt planning to talk to any staff because Im shy when it comes to buying underwear. James was the cashier at the time and he was the first one that greeted me. He asked me if I needed help and I told him I was browsing around. Then he asked what size Im I looking for and I told him I was medium. I told him it was my first time shopping for these type of underwears and what caught my eye was the deals! Theres a whole $ 9.99 table! He took the time to find something similar to what I was looking at which were the Private Structure and I decided to get that one as well. He really made my day!!! I just got off from work from a WeHo Starbucks, I was tired, I had to visit this center but when I came in here it changed my mood. This is what I call great customer service. I’ve been with retail for 9 years and Sbux for 3 and I know what GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE is like and James is a good example. I read bad reviews about this place and there are some hit and miss but today was my lucky day because I came across James. He made me feel comfortible and welcome. I will definietly will come back here and look for him. And at the end of the transaction he really made my day. Thank you so much for helping me. I take customer service seriously and you are a true sales person. We don’t get those kind of service now a days. I am satisfied with my purchase and my service today. Good Job!!!

Thanks to a nicer employee. I was happily returned the unwanted items and refunded. The other clerk could use a lesson from the nice gentleman who correctly charged me.

I bought silver lame shorts on Sunday from a clerk who was very interested in his friends. I interrupted his social life when he rung me up. Last night I wanted to return these shorts. The tag was still on, I didn’t even take them out of the bag. But the shorts are considered swimwear or underwear and are not returnable, even though they don’t seem suitable for either. I was a bit shocked, but the clerk was already done with me and back to talking with his friend. The store has a nice selection, but my two experiences with the staff made me feel like a nuisance for being there.

Very cute stuff for the gym worked clones in this neck of the woods. But Princess who worked last night when my friend and I came in basically ignored us so he could help gym worked go go dancer Faboo find the right shade of Salmon in their underwear bin. And I have never, EVER been asked if I want a bag for my purchases.
If I had little reason to return in the future, Princess insured it.

Cool little store where you can find some good deals on clothing, underwear and other accessories. I’ve gotten several pair of nice underwear and some jockstraps (if you’re into that sort of thing) for great prices. Tank tops, swim trunks, sunglasses, singlets and everything else a guy who frequents WeHo would need to feel sexy :-)
The staff doesn’t care but I guess that’s ok as long as they ring up my items correctly.
Definitely worth dropping in to check out the deals

So, update from my last time here where I was dragged in because my friend wanted to go so badly. *rolls eyes*
Definitely saw them mopping the floor with toilet water. Like, actual water from the toilet.

The customer service can’t be beat. Everyone is always super friendly and helpful. There are always pretty good sales on clothing. Face it– even the gays with our higher level of disposable income love a sweet deal. Bonus– it’s wedged between two iconic weho bars, so the late night people watching is also awesome. My gf and I stop by here frequently. She loves the super soft tees and tanks for bed. She’s like the princess and the pea. If that cotton isn’t triple spun, triple combed, and baby soft– she isn’t even going to touch it, let alone sleep in it.

You can get all kinds of clothing, and fun stuff. They people that work there are always cool and helpful. They already got new stuff to browse. Great place

Friendliest Customer Service I’ve had in a long time; great products and a one-​stop shop…

I always stop by here when I’m in WeHo, although I can’t remember if I actually bought anything.
The staff is ok. They just need to greet and seem more friendly.
The layout of the shop is great. I like the way how the fitting rooms are located in a semi secluded area. I also want to point out about their racks they leave outdoor. Great idea! A good way to catch a customer’s eyes with great deals.
Most of the clothes are mainly for gay males. Stuff ranging from innuendo and shirts with jokes that only gay men would understand (i.e. top or bottom? your call) to your Pride Parade attire (if you know what I mean). I always see great deals on underwear for less than $ 15. They’re always changing out their inventory so styles change constantly. They always have some items that don’t «look gay» so there’s always something for every guy. I have to admit, I’m starting to like those Ajaxx63 shirts. But there are a few things that concern me. Sometimes when I skim through their clothes, I would catch things like holes or tears. Some don’t even look like their sizes as labeled.
Some decent accessories are found here. There are shades, watches, lgbt related bumper stickers and magnets, xxx postcards and hats.
To sum it up, decent merchandise, reasonable prices, but they need to work on customer service. Just greet and talk about specials!

Great place to pick up some essential items in WeHo if you don’t want to walk far. They have a variety of clothing and underwear. Also they have great Gay birthday cards. Worth stoping by if your walking around.

They do not want to honor returns for swimwear even if it is paid in full (not on sale), tags still on and bought less than 24 hours! Not buying anything for this place again!

I’m not a big clothes shopper and absolutely loath it but I love coming in here and getting clothes! I’m a fan of t-​shirts with funny things written on them and this place fuels my addiction. I have many, many, many shirts from this store and will continue to buy from them.

This is a fabulous store! The selection is really good and prices are comparable to other similar stores, but they frequently have fantastic clearance sales. Unlike other stores where the salespeople hover over you, after a friendly greeting the sales staff usually leave you to browse in peace. And they’re open really late, so you can stop in and buy something sexy to enjoy with that hottie you just met next door at Micky’s. ;-)

Hi, straight female here!
I live up the street and have what you might call a minor shopping habit (ok major addiction), so one thing my lovely ‘hood lacks is women’s clothing. I’d giving up after wandering LASC and a few other boutiques, so imagine my squealing surprise when staring longingly at a sidewalk sale, the friendly shopkeep (owner? manager?) told me they had a slew of women’s samples for $ 5.99!
I scored three cute ts/​tanks for under $ 20 and received gracious service to boot. I glanced around the store before checking out and loved the quirky selection not the mention the «straight people are welcome too!» sign.
I’ll definitely be back!

Spencer Gifts meets Chi Chi Larues meets Aeropostale meets Buffalo Exchange. Quirky, sometimes off-​color, some items priced REALLY inexpensively, some a bit pricey.
I’ve bought greeting cards, a few clothing items, and a couple of miscellaneous things here. The people are friendly and the merchandise is entertaining.
One major complaint as a doctor: Poppers. Come on, a legitimate and responsible business shouldn’t stoop to this to make a quick buck. Not being moralistic here, it’s just that there is a potential for neurological damage and too many people seem to downplay or underestimate this, thinking that they’re harmess. They tried to make them illegal but this is a slightly modified formula that slipped through a loophole… I’d just really like the owner of this place to keep it fun, keep it light, and not sell products that hurt people with bad judgment.

«This is the really real world, there ain’t no coming back. There ain’t no coming back!»
So said David Patrick Kelly — as T-​Bird — in «The Crow» just before Brandon Lee strapped him into his own car and drove him into the Detroit River to an explosive death.
What does this have to do with anything?
I have no crackheading idea, but…
After the unfortunate closure of A Different Light bookstore — a WeHo stalwart since 1979 — there was a definite void in the heart of SanMo Boulevard.
But if the LGBT community felt deep pangs of loss, Block Party is the explosive gain!
Once again, 8853 Santa Monica Boulevard is bringing the hot. And I mean that in the most delicious, sexy, delightfully tacky and gaudy way.
Are you in the mood for an overtly-​sexual T-​shirt plastered with lewd slogans? Do you want a banana hammock? How about an «I Eat at the Y Nightly» tank top — that can fit a boy OR a girl?
What about a crotchless thong or formal Speedo for board meetings?
Get it here, lover. Lotion? Yes. Literature? Uh-​huh.
Threads to skank it up for any and all genders? You’d better believe in it like lavender ghosts.
Prices? Low.
Selection? High
Service? Sexy
You: Crazy, sexy, cool.
Make them all melt, you orgasm machine, you.