This is such a cute little vintage shop and the area was multiple different businesses. My favorite…read morething about the shop included the selection of variety items for both feminine and masculine dressers. The service here was immaculate. I fell right at home super greeted reassured of any help as needed and overall the customer service was great. The value of items are amazing and well keptM Give them a try.

OH... HECK YEAH! La…read moreFrance in Ybor City is easily one of my most favorite shops in Tampa, period, and I do not say that lightly... The 2nd you walk in, you feel like you have entered a world where normal rules do not apply ....self expression is not just allowed, it is a demand.. There is absolutely no way you are leaving this store without something you adore because the selection is outrageous. Period gowns, corsets, dramatic top hats, Cuban shirts, feathers, faux diamonds, canes, statement jackets, wild accessories, and all the extra embellishments that make an outfit go from basic to unforgettable are packed into every corner. You almost have to take a full tour before committing to anything because your brain needs a minute to process how much fabulousness is happening all at once. What makes it even better is that you do not need a special occasion to justify being here. Yes, it is perfect for girls nights, boys nights, bachelor and bachelorette parties, themed events, and any moment that requires drama, but there are also pieces you can absolutely wear during the day if you are someone who refuses to blend into the background. You can find shirts and standout clothing that work beyond costume energy if you have the personality to match them. This shop succeeds where so many others have tried and failed because it does not feel cheap, thrown together, or gimmicky. It feels intentional, confident, and fully committed to its aesthetic. La France understands that fashion should be fun and expressive, not safe and forgettable. If you are in Tampa and you have not walked into La France, you are missing one of the most entertaining retail experiences in the city. Go see it for yourself, try things on, let yourself have a moment, and do not be surprised when you walk out smiling with something bold in your hands or wearing the outfit of your dreams!

Absolutely outstanding experience! Can't wait to come back! Turns out the owner helped me put…read moretogether my look. She was so kind and patient!

As a pirate at heart and 11 year navy veteran I absolutely love Pirates Fashion. The selection here…read moreis unmatched anywhere if you can even find a place that has a storefront. The value for dollar is unbelievable I would come back here often if I lived anywhere closer but since I drove down from Ohio, I came here to get what I wanted and of course I will be stopping on the way home because I decided there was more that I wanted to get. The service is amazing here, even for a bunch of pirates, you walk in ring the bell request permission to come aboard and step in to the past. They help me get dressed into my new outfit and insured that I got everything I needed in the sizes that I needed, which I am very appreciative for due to the fact that online I was not 100% sure what I needed or the sizing I would need and I'm so glad that I took the opportunity to stop in. I even special ordered one item while I'm in town which will be done when I drive through on the way back out to Ohio so I plan to stop and pick up that item and grab a few more things since I'm here. If you're a pirate, think you're a pirate or just wanna be a pirateI highly recommend coming to Pirates Fashion and truly becoming what you wanna be because always remember you're either a pirate or you're pretending to be one.

You can get all your pirate Gasparilla gear here! This was…read moremy first time visiting since we were in the strip mall and wow, I never knew this place existed! They do custom costume fittings and inside you can find all kinds of clothing, jewelry, and more. Honestly, I was amazed with how much they had. They even had stuff for the kids to get all dressed up and even little light up toys. Super cool spot.

Where to I begin? Every time I stop in this store, I find exactly what I need! Thank you Anne and…read moreStaci!! You both are the queens of Gasparilla gear and merch! I used to get my beads and pins here years ago when I was in a krewe and I have been a customer ever since. I always find the perfect birthday gifts and during Gasparilla season all the unique pirate and skull options for great hostess gifts too! I love all the goodies I purchased yesterday to make a Gasparilla wine basket for my friend. It wouldn't be complete without all the fabulous stuff from the store! Thank you so much! See you next time!

This is a shop with a wide variety of styles, and it's clear that the shop owner puts a lot of time…read moreinto styling and crafting the pieces! I got a gorgeous lace front and couldn't be more delighted! It's so light weight and realistic, the hair hardly ever tangles it just remains beautiful! I cannot wait to go back and treat myself with another beautiful wig, thank you! (:

This place is closed. I walked from my hotel only to find that this place is boarded up. Not sure…read moreif they went out of business or moved. Information should be updated about this place.

NOT A BEADING STORE!! That being said... they have everything you need to great up for ANY Tampa…read moreparade!! Bead necklaces of all colors, everything pirate! Pirate costumes, Hats, you name it. But not one bead to make jewelry at least I now know where to go to buy a bustier for my pirate costume.

Even before they were the only game in town for parade beads, Bucaneer Beads was the top place to…read moreget your gear. An excellent selection of throw and novelty beads, plus loads of other parade and costume paraphernalia are to be found here. The location can be a bit tricky with traffic from 40th street turning right by the entrance.

Welp I went in looking for a headdress to go with my Pocahontas costume and a blue hair kid told me…read more"that's culturally inappropriate" .... It's Halloween!!! Needless to say I won't be shopping at this "woke" establishment ever again. Didn't ask for their personal opinion or the tongue lashing from some lil punk that's confused about their gender SMH just asked if they had it... Not the place to find a costume- my money is best spent elsewhere. Low value experience.

CHRISTINE!! you are so wonderful. Thank you for your enthusiasm and joy! She helped us find…read moreeverything and was so nice to us while we needed assistance. she went out of her way.

Amazing to work with! Great work! Chonya has great ideas and so many great artists! The organic…read moreballoon decor, Photo Booth and face painting was amazing!

Tina was amazing! Highly recommend her! She did balloons and amazing face painting! Friendly and…read morewould ask for her again!

I started taking dance classes as an adult so it's new to me. I wanted to treat myself to a pair of…read morelimited edition tap shoes. They were sold out online, but I found this local store on a google search and could see on their website they stocked the shoe I was looking for, but had limited sizing left. The staff greeted me when I entered the store and asked if I needed help finding anything. They had 2 pairs of the shoe I was looking for left and 1 was in my size! Price was the same as buying direct from the retailer's website. I really appreciated how helpful the staff was and would come here again if I need additional dance gear.

This place is overpriced. We went to buy a uniform that sells everywhere for $20 and they were…read moreasking $40 for a generic leotard. In addition, the sales person was very pushy and rude in their sales tactics. I would not recommend this business based on our experience.

i bought my costume 5 weeks before Halloween and they tell me 4 days before it that theres none in…read morestock and they told me that they sent a email to me 3 weeks but I checked my hole email 10 times they sent nothing and I checked my old ones to and my moms nothing so don't get anything online they are just the worst for everything so don't tr them online

This was my first time here, and the owner was really nice and attentive…read more I needed to pick up items for my hair, so I came here since I was in the area with my daughter. My daughter usually visit this shop, so the owner and employees know her well. They have many weaves, wigs, and other supplies for men and women. They also sale costume jewelry and etc. Great place to shop.