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September 2023 by Rita S.
My favorite vintage store to buy and sell. The selection is amazing and the staff are so friendly. They always contact me when they find bohemian garnet jewelry which I collect. I have been a customer for almost 10 years.
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May 2023 by Hayley P.
The selection was weird in my opinion. On top of that I smiled at the employees upon walking in and they just stared at me for a second before proceeding to ignore my existence. I looked around briefly and the vibe in there felt so awkward I couldn't get out fast enough! I see I'm not the only one to mention this in review. In an age with so many options service always stands out, and there wasn't even the bare minimum here. It's not like they had such an amazing selection to make up for it that would draw me back.
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March 2023 by Aric U.
Awesome staff, super friendly and knowledgeable. Great inventory of vintage cloths and they are very helpful. Couldn't be happier with the service.
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February 2023 by Lauren P.
DECEITFUL ETSY LISTING!!!The pictures were all altered to make it appear a bright cherry red when in truth, it was a muted brick red. The jacket measurement bust and waist measurements were off by 4' inches. I showed my tailor who told me it'd be an entire rework so I messaged the seller for a return with pictures showing the inaccuracies. Not only was she incredibly rude, but she took ZERO accountability then acted like she was doing me a favor by accepting a return for it being outside her "3 day return policy" which was listed NO WHERE in her shop. Even though I ended up keeping the suit as I needed it for something specific, I can't stress enough to shop elsewhere! Buying new vintage should be fun, no one deserves to be treated disrespectfully for calling a shop out on their mistakes when you've spent money with them.
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January 2023 by Kelley Lock
Super fun store, awesome finds, love the jewelry! Malena and staff are friendly and knowledgeable!
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January 2023 by shannon tonetta
tbh I've never bought anything here because I'm on a student budget, but it's so fun to look around. beautiful things :)
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September 2022 by Grace
I had the most incredible experience shopping at Malena's Vintage Boutique for the first time on 8/16/22. The boutique is charming, well lit, beautifully organized, and staffed by absolutely wonderful people.The quality of customer service is second to none, as staff are extremely attentive and personable without being even a touch overbearing. As I walked around the store collecting items I wanted to try on, my items were taken to a separate rack so I could continue unencumbered. One employee was so lovely that she noticed a pattern in the clothes I was picking up and showed me other pieces I may be interested in. I was also made aware that should I struggle to find what I am looking for, staff will happily go in the back to check the undisplayed items for something I might like. One of the best things about the boutique is how fairly priced everything is. Customers with a variety of budgets are bound to find a piece or two they absolutely love. At the end of my visit, there was some confusion with the price of a stunning Italian wool cardigan I wanted to buy. The owner was beyond generous when confirming the final amount when she had every right to charge more for such a high quality piece. Suffice it to say that I am now committed to returning to Malena’s Vintage Boutique every season and I could not recommend this place more.
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December 2021 by Stef S.
Stopped in this morning to check out this shop after picking up my ring at Big Diamond Importers, which I highly recommend. Malena's looked like a cool shop that I've been wanting to check out. Walked in and the two girls behind the counter looked up then looked right back down. Not even a hello. I was like, ok, I think I get what's going on here. Wanted to check out the clothes but feeling so unwelcome, only looked at a few things. I made a pass right by the counter and neither girl even acknowledged my presence. What a complete and utter turn off. I lived in WC throughout the late 80's and 90's. Moved away and I'm back now after about 15 years. No doubt, town has always had charm and is absolutely lovely now. But unfortunately, with that has come much pretentiousness. Will not be back to this shop. I'm giving two stars only because it looked like they had some cool pieces and I still love the town of West Chester.
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October 2021 by Patti P
So great. I love vintage clothes and they had a good selection. A little pricey but sometimes you pay more for hard to find things. They have a fitting room too.
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September 2021 by Laura Rieben
This store is really what vintage boutique shopping is all about! I am always drawn in by the amazing and creative window displays and my love for all things Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and one of a kind estate jewelry- but at a fraction of the original price. This store never disappoints, and the owner, Malena, is so knowledgeable and sweet. It's not one of those tacky and overwhelming vintage places where you have to sift through boxes and racks of dirty clothes from the 80s and 90s- you can tell every item in the store has been individually selected, which gives the whole place a curated feel. Treatyoself and check it out- you will thank me later.
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July 2021 by Jen Lai
A really cute vintage space! They have a good selection of items and a sales rack outside during sunny days. Many different dresses to look through and they are separated by colors. There is one dressing room in the back and the salespeople are happy to hold your items to try on while you browse and wait your turn. I'd recommend to look throughly on the racks inside the shop as you might find some hidden sale items among the clothes.As always with vintage items, always try them on before you buy since each piece may fit differently on your body.There are parallel parking spots with parking meters.
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March 2021 by Alexandra Deutsch
This is a gem of a vintage store! From designer pieces to historic garments and chic creations, the skillfully curated inventory represents more than 100 years of fashion. Ms. Malena’s offers a wide range of price points with something for everyone’s taste and pocketbook, not always the case with stores of this caliber and quality. Her impressive stock of estate, fine and costume jewelry and full range of vintage accessories means you can, should you want to, assemble a complete head to toe ensemble easily.Malena is welcoming, charming and knowledgeable which makes the shopping experience a delight from start to finish. She has a remarkable ability to tune into what your tastes are and recommend pieces that might be of interest without ever pressuring you to buy. Her passion for what she sells translates in her conversations about the pieces and you cannot help me feel her love for what she does.This is a special place with a special owner and a true treasure where I have found some of my most treasured vintage pieces—it is truly not to be missed!
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January 2021 by Alyssa Cooper
This is one of the best vintage stores in the tristate area. Malena's curation of items is outstanding; there is great variety of high-quality, beautiful pieces. The prices vary, depending on designer or brand, but are very fair. Superb customer service. Most impressive is Malena's knowledge of brands, specialty items, and history of fashion.One of the dresses I purchased was missing a button and had a touch of fading (The dress is about fifty years old...it happens.); however, Malena made a point to show me the imperfections and offered a discount. I was so impressed by her honesty and willingness to make a customer happy. She is beautiful inside and out!I made a special trip to West Chester from Philadelphia and it was well worth the hour drive. If you have not seen the shop in person, you have to go! There are a few other thrift shops in the area and several places to grab a bit to eat. There was plenty of street parking available when we visited during the day.
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January 2021 by Marie Baillie
I bought a vintage style wedding dress from a friend & she told me she got it at Malena's. The dress was in superb condition, with all the small pearls, lace details, rhinestone accents intact & well cared for. Can't wait to wear it on the big day.
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January 2021 by Marie Wagner
I bought a vintage style wedding dress from a friend & she told me she got it at Malena's. The dress was in superb condition, with all the small pearls, lace details, rhinestone accents intact & well cared for. Can't wait to wear it on the big day.
