I was walking to breakfast and stumbled upon this thrift store for working professionals…read more Everything was reasonably priced and the store was clean. I ended up buying a belt and Good American jeans for only $30. Overall, I'd come back here again on my next travels.

This is the type of non-profit you don't need or even know that it exists until, well, you do! They…read moreserve a variety of clients such as those experiencing housing issues, recently incarcerated, and the transgender community also. There are around 150 referring agencies that work with The Wardrobe & appointments with a referral can get 6 items of clothing free plus accessories and/or toiletries etc. Highly recommend as a place to donate gently used women's clothing, especially clothing geared towards work interviews or dresses for women transitioning. Also a supportive and helpful resource for those who work for any of their referring partner agencies.

This review is based solely on customer service at this establishment. The wares are beautiful and…read morewell curated, and although pricey, they're great pieces. But I was appalled with how I was treated by one of the employees there. I had been chatting with one of the owners, I think- Ariel? She was sweet as could be and shared my enthusiasm over an amazing eggplant wool dress and coat from the fifties. She told me the price and after admiring it I decided to try it on. By this time, Ariel had stepped out and another female employee stepped in. I remarked to her that it was so beautiful and I'd like to try it on, to which she sneered, very obviously looked me up and down, and said, "well, it only really fits a size 2...". Not that it makes any difference what size I am, but I'm between a 4 and 6 and was appalled at her rudeness. I asked the waist measurement (it was definitely larger than a 2) and she didn't know. When I said I'd like to give it a try, she scoffed and said, "well, it's $250, so don't force it". Excuse me?! How dare she say something like that! I'm not a child who is unaware of the delicacy of vintage clothing, and am not disillusioned about my size- I did try it on and it all fit except for the bust, because the waist was very high up on the dress and I have a long torso. The girl asked if it fit, and I told her the bodice was too short, and she replied that the original owner was very short and petite. That's what she should've told me about the size-I'm tall, around 5'9", and it would be very obvious it wouldn't fit if it was tailored for a short woman. Instead she made it about weight with her tone and comments. She then tried to get me to try on the original clothing line, saying it goes well with an "hourglass" shape, but I was so furious and embarrassed that I left. No one should be commenting on anyone's size, no matter how veiled, and to assume I would damage the garment? Uncalled for, unacceptable, and just plain mean. It was not said out of concern for the dress- it was malicious and very ill intended. I also felt like she was insinuating I couldn't afford it, anyway. I'll not return to be treated to poorly, and that's a shame, because this shop has potential.

I love it. Sweet selection of men's vintage, tons of interesting housewares and antiques, and a…read moresmall, tight selection of women's vintage. However the most exciting bit is the original Earl Salko lines of clothes by Ariel, who is always there at the sewing machine and helping people find something. I bought a dress here after admiring the simple lines and unfussy design of a dress in the window. I didn't have time to try it on, and when it didn't look just right (too shiny for daytime wear) I brought it back and Ariel exchanged it for a more work-appropriate dress, no problem. Everyone who works here is super sweet and goes out of their way to help you in a non-intrusive manner. Joyously recommended to fans of vintage and super-simple, locally made clothes.

What a fabulous collection to choose from! I had a great find right before I had to get to the…read morewedding! Lovely staff to meet you at the door and help you find the right size and fit too. Would come again for my next cute purchase

The owner was lovely I did purchase 1 item despite the…read more fact that clothing styles are definitely for younger age group. (Under 35 ) Selection is good -Prices are reasonable and so a good value !!

Over the past year I have had 2 suits made at the Wayne Edwards Workshop. The first was for my…read morewedding and I later returned to have business suit made. These suits are truly custom; Stitching, fabric, and design. These are the most comfortable suits I have ever worn. They have given me even more confidence when attending events. I'll never wear a Bank's or Men's warehouse suit ever again! They will also do all alterations of taking the suit in or out for the perfect fit. Make no hesitation it'll be the best suit you'll ever own.

I cannot speak highly enough of my experience dealing with Wayne Edwards Workshop…read more I met Wayne while my then-fiancee and I were browsing a wedding expo, and we hit it off on our mutual love of city college hoops. I was looking for a one-of-a-kind suit that I could both wear at my wedding and also continue using for business for years to come. Wayne said he could deliver such a suit and he was true to his word. I absolutely loved the final product and received a ton of compliments on it from friends and family. Throughout the process, Wayne was always available if I had any questions, and walked me through every aspect of the design to ensure everything was exactly personalized to my liking. Both the quality of the material and the service provided were second-to-none. If you need a suit or other formal wear, Wayne is your guy!

I trusted Balani for my wedding tux and the results exceeded my greatest expectations!!! Brandon…read morewas charming and great to work with; he made the entire experience fun and memorable. My tux was a perfect fit and the extra added touches made it truly special. I looked like a million bucks on my special day, thanks to Brandon!!!

Stopped in to purchase a custom suit for my boyfriend for an upcoming black tie event. Phenomenal…read moreexperience from start to finish - the service, quality, attention to detail were all amazing. Can't recommend them enough. Best custom suits in Philadelphia for sure!

I'm sharing my experience in the hope that no other bride will have to go through the heartbreak…read moreand stress I endured. If you're considering trusting Oleksandra's Fashion Studio with your wedding dress, please, don't. What should have been one of the most exciting parts of my wedding planning became an absolute nightmare. For four months, Oleksandra reassured me that the dress would be exactly as I had requested, with no indication of any potential issues. She confidently promised that it would look just like the pictures I provided, addressing all my concerns with certainty. However, at the final fitting, she abruptly admitted that the dress I wanted was not possible to make. This came as a complete shock, as there had been no prior warnings or disclaimers. Until that moment, I was only met with reassurance that everything was on track, yet she failed to deliver on her promise. Let me be clear: design choices were discussed upfront. I asked all the right questions, and she reassured me over and over that the dress would be exactly what I wanted. I also want to add that I never asked for any discounts or tried to bargain throughout this process. My only concern was that Oleksandra could make the dress I wanted. There were no misunderstandings, no miscommunications--just broken promises. Oleksandra's behavior was wildly unprofessional and emotionally abusive. She constantly shifted between being overly polite and aggressive, gaslighting me throughout the process. When I raised concerns about the dress not matching what I had ordered, she would praise her work and claim everything was perfect. The moment I pressed further, she began yelling, blaming me for every issue--from my choice of shoes to my weight, despite us discussing these details from the start. She even went as far as calling me an ungrateful liar, refusing to take any responsibility for her mistakes. Her erratic behavior left me feeling cornered and manipulated. Oleksandra consistently rescheduled fittings at the very last minute, never once offering an apology. This pattern of delay felt intentional, as if she was purposely stalling to leave me with no time or alternative just before the wedding. It's hard not to feel that this tactic was used to corner me, forcing me to accept a dress I didn't want when I had no other options left. Oleksandra's Fashion Studio didn't just fail to deliver the dress I ordered--she delivered something that was poorly made and treated me with disrespect along the way. Do yourself a favor and stay far away from this place. Your wedding dress should be a source of joy, not frustration and heartbreak. When it came to the issue of the money, Oleksandra refused to take responsibility for the dress she never delivered. Despite my polite requests for a refund, she became increasingly aggressive, giving me excuse after excuse. In one particularly wild phone call, she claimed she couldn't return the money because she had already spent it on "business expenses" and simply didn't have it anymore. She had no intention of making things right until I mentioned the possibility of filing a dispute with my bank. It was only after hearing the word "dispute" that she reluctantly agreed to a partial refund, further highlighting her lack of professionalism and accountability. From the first meeting, when there were less than six months until the wedding, almost four months passed before the final fitting, where everything escalated. With just over two months until my wedding, I was left without a dress. Now, seven months later, the issue is still ongoing with a dispute over the remaining refund. If you're a bride who values your time, your money, and your peace of mind--don't take the risk. You deserve so much better than what Oleksandra can offer.

I needed to get a bridesmaid pantsuit tailored before a wedding, Olga was able to do this in just a…read moreweek at a reasonable price. It came out beautifully, which was a relief because initially I did not feel the pantsuit looked good at all just "off the rack." Luckily she was able to transform it in a well fitting lovely garment that I'm excited to wear. Also there is very convenient parking nearby. I would recommend!

Came here to go dress shopping with a close friend and this was a wonderful experience. We read the…read morearticle in Philadelphia magazine, and as we're both born and raised here, supporting a local business for a wedding dress was important to us. We have been three times at this point and she's selected a stunning dress from a local designer! The owner is very warm, understanding, and takes the time to let you try on any and everything. Appointments are for one bride at a time so you have the place to yourself and feel very catered to. Prices are definitely worth the experience and are not too expensive. Looking forward to returning with other friends for their special days

This shop was amazing. The owner who helped us pulled everything my future daughter inlaw wanted…read more We went to another fancy shop but I will tell you this shop is amazing the vibe and care she took was perfect!!!! Highly recommend for a beautiful experience. There was not a dress that wasn't amazing

I just went to this store today to get my shoes for my wedding…read more I have been looking everywhere for orange or dyeable shoes I liked. I'd been looking in three states. Most shops will telly you they carry dyeable shoes and they have like 10 pairs. Absurd. On a whim we decided to check out this little place less than a mile from home. Best choice I could have made. They have an entire room of evening and dyeable shoes. They easily had 200 pairs of dyeable shoes ranging from 40-200 dollars (most seemed to be about 60). Everything from super conservative looking shoes to very fun, modern shoes to shoes, short heels to sky high heels, simple to all dazzled up. The staff was super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I'm pretty sure it was three generations of a family working there. Always a nice feeling to support a local mom and pop business. I would definitely recommend going here for any special occasion shoes.

I'd give it zero stars if i could…read more Last week, 1/11/13 I purchased a pair of $160 lace Brianna Leigh peep-toe pumps for my wedding in May. I'm from the neighborhood so I popped in the store, saw them and fell in love. It's an adorable shoe, that I thought I'd surely wear down the aisle on my wedding day. However, that weekend while shopping I found a different pair of shoes that match near exact to my dress and had to make a decision. Naturally I decided to return the shoes to South Philly Shoes since the others were such a better match. I looked at the receipt for a return policy before going in. Stamped across the front is "NO CASH REFUNDS". I bought with a charge - no problem! So I went to return the shoe today, 1/16/2013, just 5 days after purchasing. I hadn't even taken them out of the box. Immediately the two women in the store (who where both there when I purchased the shoes) told me there are no cash refunds. I said that was okay, I bought them with a credit card and would gladly take the refund on the charge. Now, I too am a small business owner and know the risks and costs of running a small business. But treating my customers and clients with little to no respect, no flexibility and no understanding is certainly not the way I do business. Needless to say, I support small businesses as much as I can. I shop Passyunk Ave to do my part and contribute and thus, shopped South Philly Shoes in the first place to ensure that if I'm going to spend money anyway, why not support the local/small businesses. The owners/managers/whoever the snide ladies behind the counter are launched into a full on rant about how expensive it is to run the credit card machine, how each time money goes into the register, it goes right out to pay bills, that the recession has hit them very hard and they don't have the money to refund me or anyone and that is the way it has been for 32 years. They insisted that a stamp on the receipt that says "NO CASH REFUNDS" is the same as NO REFUNDS, which it is plainly not. It is, to me, very specifically NO CASH REFUNDS as it clearly is stamped. Unfortunately, these are the risks and costs of running a small business and it is really hard to believe that in 32 years not one person has received a refund from this place as they suggest. It's sad to say that this is why people shop big box and department stores. I won't let this situation leave a bad taste for all small businesses of course, but definitely for this one. I stood there a few minutes to plead my case - it's not the same, it's a charge refund not cash, it's less than a week that I've had them in my possession, I don't need them, nor do i need a store credit because I now have shoes etc. etc. and to no avail. She avoided eye contact, told me that if I wanted to stand there and fight her I could but it wouldn't make a difference, quickly wrote out my store credit, handed it to me and said if I didn't want it, to give it to my mother or someone. I have purchased shoes there last year for my sister-in-law's wedding, 3 of 5 proms and other events and I will not be returning to this store. Each time I find that I could kick myself for going back, the staff is rude and snobby despite the shop being completely run-down and a complete and utter mess. Their bridal selection is vast but has grown cheesy over the years, everything else in the store is as another poster said "tacky". I am disputing the charge with my bank to at least have some support. Ridiculous that a business can conduct itself like this no wonder they are in such poor shape as they say. Go elsewhere, there are tons of great local small businesses and boutiques around the city, this is not one of them.