La Loupe Vintage

Just went here for the first time yesterday. Amazing selection of vintage and new clothing. They hand pick a their products and for the new clothing, they buy from designers that promote social responsibility in fashion. Krysta was great at helping me narrow down my selections and gave me tons of ideas on how to wear them. She was so sweet and knowledgeable. The ambience and décor was super cool as well. Loved that it invited me to be creative. I get stuck in the San Diego trend rut and I’m just so happy with my final selections. I can’t wait to check out the hand crafted jewelry next time.

Living so close to this place is serious trouble for me. So much great stuff! The Park Ave location is smaller than the one on Adams, but they get in new product regularly. I never have trouble finding pieces I love. La Loupe also carries a collection of new clothing that is vintage style, which is great too. On top of all of that, the owner there a lot and she is really sweet.

La Loupe is a small vintage shop on Park Blvd with a lot of character. I bought a pair of vintage black leather t-​strap heels here for 25 $ and they are probably the most comfortable pair of evening shoes that I own. La Loupe is first on my list when I need something totally retro!

I had such a pleasant experience in this store!
My sister and her boyfriend were from out of town and really liked it as well. Cute stuff, some new, some old. Jewelry, clothes, wallets, a good mix of things to choose from.
The guy working there was also awesome, i loved chatting with him.
I will definitely be back!

Came out of my way and glad I did. Friendly small shop with a mix of old and new priced reasonably.

I’ve never been compelled to update a one star review to a five star review before.
Before now.
The store owned reached out to me, I spoke with her face to face. She explained what was keeping her from speaking when she wanted to acknowledge my husband and I in her store.
The way that she cares about her business is inspiring.
She has many good reviews, she didn’t have to reach out to the one unhappy customer.
Admittedly, I was sooo insulted when I felt ignored, understandably so.
But let me tell you, never in the history of Unilocal-​dom have I experienced such sweetness in response to a 1-​star review.
Genuine sweetness.
I should be more understanding.
NEXT TIME I experience not being acknowledged in a store, I will likely still review accordingly.
But this shop owner deserves and updated review from me.

Totes cool!
I love this little boutique. I often just stop in to see what little item I can get away with. They have anywhere from earthy looking earrings, to boho dresses, to gently used cowboy boots and retro pumps. They sell men stuff, too. So guys, come on it!
This is my kind of store where I have found decently priced unworn dresses that are stylish without being trendy and accessories that will add that little extra something to my everyday look. They also have aroma therapy candles and incense that you can subtly smell flowing through the store; makes the experience that much more inviting and relaxing.
Just a truly great little small local business that I’m proud to support but also proud to show off wearing.

I have been walking by this place since it opened and only until recently I walked in because I was waiting for a table to open at the restaurant next door.
What I learned? Do not judge a book by its cover. As I walked in, you can feel the vintage and retro vibe. I love vintage and have been collecting Unique pieces since I was 12 years old.
The Park blvd. location is small, however, you are able to manage your way through many of the clothing racks which are filled with great pieces. Be clear what you want or you may come away with more than your budget.
Each display I found super cute pieces of clothing and was mindful not to over spend. The owner certainly has a very good eye for fabulous clothes and accessories (jewelry, hats and shoes). I found a vintage cream wool hat that looks like from the 60’s or 70’s.
Come here for unique finds, it’s a treasure chest waiting to be opened and enjoyed.

I can’t even. Jewelry that makes you fall in love, jewelry that tells a story, jewelry that makes you wonder how you ever got dressed without it. Come for the Tibetan tribal jewelry, stay for the velvet bell bottoms. Not just vintage either! You haven’t loved or lived until you’ve been to this store. It’s the kind of place you just feel at home, kinda of like the bar where everyone knows your name. You just feel good after you come here. My best jewelry pieces have come from this place and the prices are so CHEAP. The clothes are amazing as well, what’s better than a golden yellow rose print velvet kimono with fringe? The décor of this place is adorable, adorned with a large cow skull above the cash register. The store is a little small, but they really know how to use their space. The place is filled with trinkets everywhere and the inventory is great. A lot of local jewelry/​beauty products from San Diego. Support San Diego local artists!
A big shout out to the woman working with the black hair and bangs. She just gets it. Super friendly and knowledgeable. She will name every gem stone and origin of the jewelry pieces, with impeccable taste. I love a place that knows their products and has a passion for it. It’s also not the kind of place where you feel pressured to buy something (even though I have never left here empty handed) which is sometimes felt in boutiques. Thank you for existing La Loupe, life’s better with you in it.
Also the fitting room mirror is huge, always love that!

Amazing store! Inexpensive and full of gems. The jewelry is just to die for. Perfectly suited to the hippie in me. Found jeans, high waisted shorts, a vintage dress, and great sunglasses for a good deal. Definitely will return.

I love this store. It is amazing. I have found so many cute dresses and it is very reasonable. It is a must shop stop!

Favorite vintage clothing store in town. Have scored some killer threads here at an unbeatable price. I’ve never felt any sort of pretentious vibe, have always been greeted in a friendly fashion and had my questions answered intelligently and promptly. Always guided in the right direction based on what I think I’m looking for.

Go for the jewelry but purchase jewelry, boots, dresses, skirts, and tops! I loved the way the staff is laid back. They allow you to do your shopping but stay attentive enough to help you out. The five dollar rack outside has a treasure trove of goodies for the styler on a budget! I shall return!

My personal aesthetic has evolved (or devolved, as it were) thanks to La Loupe Vintage. They have helped transform me into the hippy goddess I’ve always been, if I only had the wardrobe. I love this place!

Their jewelry collection is to DIE for.
I was eating at El Zarape and noticed there was a 5 dollar sale rack next door. After grabbing a few pieces, I went inside the store and OMG, it’s so freakin’ cute!
Staple vintages pieces, hats, shoes, vinyl records, and their best item, their JEWELRY COLLECTION! If I had more money, I’d buy them all!
I bought this really pretty looking quartz necklace that was on display and a few of their sale items. It’s pretty high-​end for a consignment store, but I think that’s sort of the reason why I like them so much because they actually had stuff I’d BUY and WEAR!
I’m definitely coming back and you all should check them out after eating at El Zarape or having a few drinks at Small Bar.

I’m always on the look out for unique things to add to my wardrobe.
I stumbled upon this place while waiting for my food order from Bahn Thai (right next door).
I didn’t really expect much, since a couple of vintage stores I’ve visited are overpriced and they smell pretty funky.
First of all, the smell was very pleasant, it smelled like lavender vanilla.
I started browsing through the clothes, they are in great shape and the prices are very reasonable. I ended up buying a lace blouse for my BFF, which she loved.
The jewelry is pretty awesome too! I’ve gotten some very unique brooches and pins for my mom. And cool earrings for me!
I like how the person that’s at the counter greets you politely and then leaves you to do your own thing. They have been very helpful when I’ve had questions or concerns.
Overall a good little vintage store with very fair prices and nothing smells funky!

This place describes itself as «hand picked vintage & gently used modern clothing, jewelry, shoes, and accessories» so no need to get our undies in a bunch cause not everything is vintage.
Selection, quality, and prices are better than other stores in the area (TGCHI and Frock You excluded).
If you are doing a vintage store tour in the area, I would start here.

I can afford here for some used which sometimes seems great need and so I visit.
It was at first referred to me by one of my friends as it has cool collections and the friendly staff who are very helpful for customers.

I came here because a friend of mine told me it is pretty cool to check out when you’re waiting for your food from Bahn Thai (OMG…go there).
So, while I was waiting for my food from Bahn Thai, I came in here and absolutely had a glorious flashback to the 90s. I loved the jumpers, glasses, hats, shoes, THE FREAKING CAPE OMG, and the jackets.
Basically, I need to have more reasons to be able to dress in clothes from here because I love them.

Great location? Definitely! Unique? Sure! Nice customer service? Yep!
Over-​priced, limited selection and cramped quarters? Yes yes yes.
My cost-​effective analysis of this place? No bang-​for-​your-​buck factor. I will not, under any circumstances, betray my wallet $ 16 for a ratty Ralph Lauren polo shirt from 1994.
As far as I’m concerned, nothing produced within my lifetime qualifies as vintage. Whether it has a stain of 1971 Reisling or not.