Ragg Mopp Vintage

My first visit to Ragg Mopp went too well! I walked away buying more than I intended, but I am so happy with the purchases I made. I have shopped all around LA, for vintage dresses that are beautiful, unique, in good condition, and in my price range, but have never before found a store I could really get down with. While Ragg Mopp isn’t the least expensive, their prices are completely fair. Like a previous reviewer said, the same items would be much more expensive at another store. I honestly think they have some solid deals considering the quality of their inventory. They have stocked their store fully with gorgeous clothes in good condition. The owners, Vince and Mychelle, are also a blast to talk to. My experience was perfect and I’ll go there when I want to find something special. (I’ll probably be back more than I should!)

I’m sorry I ever set foot in this place. Similar to reviewer K. B, the elderly owner implied I was overweight and unworthy of buying anything.
My Mom walked inside as I was browsing the rack outside and owner (older guy with white hair), was talking on his phone about his sexual escapades with a twenty-​something year old. Keep in mind this guy looks like he’s almost 60. Frankly, I don’t care who you let into your pants, but as a potential customer I don’t want to hear the details of your «casual encounter» last night.
After about 5 – 7 mins of listening to this I «escape» into the store, and the owner starts asking my Mom what she was looking for. This wasn’t the helpful «I’m trying to make a sale» questioning, this was more like «your not a hipster and don’t belong here» questioning. As any decent child, I’m pretty protective of my Mom especially when people start badgering her. I stepped in quickly and «checked» the geriatric owner before his questioning got out of line (again). However things seemed to escalate from here. I asked the owner if I could see a dress which was displayed in the front window. He looked me and said «you know that dress is a small right»? To which I replied, «yeah, I do». (Keep in mind, I’m thin and in shape, like 90% of Los Feliz). He actually started lecturing me on how I should probably look for something else since he didn’t think it would fit me. Excuse me? I don’t care what you think dirty old man, I want to see that dress. I was so infuriated I was going to buy it just to prove a point. But alas, he refused to show me the dress.
Outraged, my Mom and I left, and we decided to pick up lunch from Tacos Delta (Mexican food joint a couple doors down). No joke, the owner follows us outside, and stated he felt bad and he’d wanted to sell me the dress after all. Are you kidding me, Mr. AARP? I told him I wasn’t interested and he kept professing how bad he felt, without actually apologizing. I couldn’t believe the nerve of this guy! I get it your a pompous elderly hipster but this type of conduct won’t keep you in business long!

I recently stumbled upon this store while visiting a friend in Silver Lake. Rarely do I leave the valley unless I have to :) But I came into this shop and met the owner Mychelle. She was so lovely and I was surprised to find out the store has been there for over 20 years. Why havent I been here before I asked myself? They have so many great items, clothes that my mom wore in the 70’s and it was such a treat to shop here. I look forward to coming back to find myself a fabulous vintage outfit!

This store is the jewel of Silverlake! It’s like a step back in time and I’ve never seen such a unique collection of vintage clothing. They even have a section for men, which made my hubby happy while I shopped till I dropped. The girl who was helping me was very helpful and knew a ton about vintage clothes. I even liked the music that was playing! Oh, and two words for you… SALE RACK!!! Wow, I’m so glad I found Ragg Mop!!!

I have not been into this shop in a while, but always have fun looking around when I come here. They have a very nice selection of vintage items for women and I have got some very nice pieces here over the years. For vintage stores in Los Angeles, I would say they are moderate, they are not as expensive as The Way We Wore, but not as inexpensive as if you dug around at a thrift store or bought on Ebay. As a vintage buyer, I am willing to pay if there is something I really like or it is a special occasion. One of my favorite pieces from this shop is a gorgeous mid 1940s beaded full length crêpe gown with beaded birds flying. It was worth the money I paid for it. To those who are complaining about the owner saying you won’t fit into a particular garment, don’t get upset, I don’t think this is anything personal, some garments are really tiny an also very fragile, especially pieces from the 1940s and earlier. I am busty, so I always check the measurements with a vintage shop owner before trying them on and would not dream of trying on something that would possibly not fit, even in this slightest unless of course I was just using it to display. Vintage sizing is also different, in modern women’s clothes I wear a 2 – 6, sometimes an 8, in vinage clothing I wear a 12 – 16, sometimes 18 or in 1980s, generally an 8 or 10. You will not wear the same sizes as you do at Jcrew! I think people understand these little pieces of history are worth a lot of money and are not replaceable, so if you have an inkling it might not fight, don’t even attempt it! A good recommendation I have for vintage shoppers is, bring a measuring tape with you, you can tell right off if something is going to fit – or not, and it will also make your shopping trips easier. Also, a word to the wise, the only draw back to this shop is the parking situation, unless you have a handicap placard, do not park on the side streets, they are permit parking only and you WILL get a ticket. If you get lucky enough to find something on the street, feed your meeter, if you, like I said, you WILL get a ticket!

I don’t know why even bother with the store every time I go in there I can’t find anything and it all smells like moldy old closet. But today really took the cake. I asked The shop guy with White hair that I was looking for a dress. He asks «what size? «I said 12 or 14. He looks me up and down and says (with a scoff) «For you?» I replied yes. with a completely dismissive tone he says «Honey I hardly get anything in here over a size 6.» Loud enough for all the patrons in the store to hear and and then he turned around and continue folding his clothes.
Thanks for ruining my day dude. You’re a real peach.
And by the way I never have a problem finding vintage in my size thank you very much.

Update: Although I don’t live in LA anymore and can’t visit again soon, I wanted to update my review and add a star. The business owner has assured me that the employee I mentioned was a bad seed and no longer a part of the store. Her messages were very nice and respectful and there is a lot to be said for that. If you’re in Silverlake, check out this store and let me know what you think!

Ragg Mopp predates the gentrification of Silverlake by many years. There’s a very good reason that it has survived and thrived amidst a radical change in demographic. It is simply the best place to find treasured items. You WILL find that shirt or dress that you just can’t live without here.
Mychelle has the best eye for unusual and quality garments and she offers only the best quality… no stained falling apart at the seams here!
Best of all, a little piece of the old Silverlake many of us lived lives on at Ragg Mopp.

I’ve had good luck scoring some vintage pieces here. The staff is very friendly.
The prices are on the high side, but that is expected being located in the Junction. I appreciate that their dresses are organized by color and their beaded sweaters are all in one section.

Their women’s pieces are all so lovely and moderately priced as well. Great dresses from 50s– 60s era and saw a few 40s flapper-​type dresses too. Sooo many beautiful hats, brooches, dainty leather gloves, vintage jewelry– they’ve got it all.
Vince, the owner, is super helpful and so friendly! He even stayed open past closing time while I looked for my Dapper Day dress. Such a nice dude.
Definitely coming back and hopefully next time I’ll find something that fits!

I absolutely love this store and the owner Mychelle Mordente. She has such great taste and knows her fashion! I have gotten so many wonderful pieces from this store. Mychelle is so helpful and really knows what will look good on you. She has learned my taste in clothes and really knows what i like. Its so wonderful to feel like you have a personal shopper :) I cant say enough good things about this store. My closet if full of items i will cherish forever.

I love this store! Ragg Mopp Vintage is a gem. The selection of vintage clothes and accessories is marvelous. The owner (Mychelle.i think) is so sweet and she and the other owner (a gentleman) source all the clothes themselves. Both are extremely knowledgeable in what styles were worn per era. When I need something special I give them a call and items are pulled for me to try on when I arrive. I hear a lot of designers buy from Ragg Mopp for inspiration.
Great stuff. Check them out.

I had almost the same experience as «B.S.»…I was told by the «owner?» that I wouldn’t fit any of the dresses I gathered and would rip them trying to get them on. Seriously… who does that? And even if it made no sense and there was no way he could have been able to tell what I would fit with all the winter layers I had on, it was humiliating. The ironic thing is that I buy and wear vintage dresses partially due to the fact that they tend to fit me so well. Go figure.
I did fit them all perfectly, but would have had to really love something to buy it after that experience. I didn’t buy anything and I haven’t been back since.

Get there before 7! but dope!

Black tie?! Oh dear!
I knew Ragg Mopp would do me right by this challenge. The woman who works there knows her stuff: your size, the stock, appropriate accessories, etc. The best part is that she pulled all the dresses that would work for me, saving an hour of my time. Or maybe the best part is that she gives a real opinion about what looks good and what doesn’t.
I ended up with a flawless 40’s beaded number that fits like a glove. Yay!
Thank you, Ragg Mopp!

I’m gung ho into the Mad Men style and decided to dress up for a special event. The owner was *SO INCREDIBLY HELPFUL* and she pulled out a few looks based on my description. Not only did she choose exactly the look I was going for but she also asked me my measurements and style that I generally go for so she could find dresses that worked for my body type! The first dress I tried on, I loved!!! It was perfect! I will definitely shop here again– the experience was fantastic.

Do you need a vintage 1960’s floral black and white bathing cap, a vintage deerskin halter bikini top or a 1960’s outrageous pink fringe dress? Come here. This place is a gem and even has vintage jewelry and sunglasses. I would frequent this place and buy everything that fit my body, but the prices are too high… however, the items are worth it.
I came on a saturday and dealt directly with the owner and he was so sweet and helpful. We had a good talk about fashion.
Sigh. He had an Elsa Schiaparelli hat box. It’s not for sale. :(

This cute little store has plenty of reviews, and doesn’t necessarily need mine thrown into the mix. I feel, however, that someone needs to address some of the comments made in some of the more negative reviews!
Let me first say that Ragg Mopp is a cool little shop.
They have a very highly curated, fine collection of true-​vintage clothing.
The prices while not the lowest in Los Angeles for true vintage, are right in line with the market value of fine vintage clothing. There are plenty of stores in the LA area that would charge you a LOT more.
OK…now to address the fools…
There is an ENORMOUS difference between «vintage» and «second-​hand» clothing. Second-​hand just means used… that includes everything from an 1950’s sweater in beautiful condition, to your neighbor’s sweaty chonies that he just threw in the bag to be donated to Goodwill.
Vintage, on the other hand, means clothing that is from the early eighties (although some will argue that cut-​off) and earlier. The further back in time you go, the more rare the clothing is.
Clothing from the 40’s and 50’s, in good condition, is rare and hard to find, and therefore worth a lot more money!
The clothes at Ragg Mopp are not «random dresses».
Anyone who has owned a small retail business knows how hard it is to get everything done while tending to customers at the same time. Conducting phone business is essential, and sometimes needs to be done when, yes, God forbid, there are customers in the store.
As for measuring someone before they try on a dress, some of these dresses are VERY fragile, expensive, and truly one-​of-​a-​kind. There are lots of gals who would love to try and stuff their way-​too-​big booties into a tiny little vintage dress and low and behold… there goes the seam and now the dress is ruined.

I have passed by this shop for ever and never made it in until recently. If you LOVE vintage then this spot is worth a visit. The selection is good. Unlike some vintage shops Ragg Mopp Vintage has a good selection. The clothing is sans stains or moth holes. My biggest pet peeve is when vintage shops sell clothing that is beyond wearable or charges so much money for clothing that need to be fixed.
I ended up getting a dress that was $ 45. Average for many shops. Some would say some of the clothing is expensive but I think it’s about average. I am a fan of perusing the flea markets but if I don’t have time to go this shop makes it easy to find stuff. It’s a well sized boutique with lots of stuff including for the men.
Perks: The accessories. They sell handmade here which I LOVE HANDMADE! There was a jewelry designer in here named «Dusty» worth checking her on-​line shop out. It’s rad stuff.

Compared to other vintage shops I’ve been to, this place is smaller and I wasn’t that impressed by the selection. They do have some nice items but nothing that I was really excited by. Maybe I have to come back when they have new stuff in.