Dumpster Values — Local services in Olympia

I was browsing around today in this store. Their prices are not great. But they had some cute, cheaper items I was considering buying. Then I found a US Navy issued pea-coat with the military tag stitched inside the collar removed and an "Avenue" metal tag, held on with chain that was obviously hand sewn in. I checked the inside of the bottom of the coat, and lo and behold, the tell-tale white stencil of a name and four numbers...I was in the Navy for 5 years. This was a military coat - falsely tagged, over-priced at $60, with the original Navy buttons still sewn on it.

I found this insulting and took it to the counter to make the staff aware of it. The clerk at the front was rude about and turned her back on me to take a phone call. I'm assuming it's because she did not want to own up to what amounts to be fraudulent retail sales. I don't know if anyone else cares that they are selling fakes, and using military gear to do so...but I walked out without buying anything and I will never return to a store that is so dishonest. Two thumbs way down. Shame on the owner and the staff...

It's okay. If you're looking for vintage pieces, it's definitely a good place to go. The prices are pretty high though. I'm sure they're reasonable for what they are. Like, of you're a collector or connoisseur of vintage clothing, you'll be satisfied with the selection and prices. If you're an everyday thrifter/scavenger looking for some cheap clothes and trying to reduce waste and throwaway culture, this is NOT the place for you. Cool to look at like a museum might be. Most pieces were more than $30 each, some items were hundreds of dollars. Socks were $6 per pair. Damn. Not a budget-friendly place for sure. Anyway, it's not for everyone, but if you're into paying a lot of money for ancient clothing from 100 years ago, you will love it! Check out Goodwill Outlet for...

this place is great, but they need to train their staff a bit better on loss prevention. Every time i go in i’m followed around and watched, i manage a retail store so I understand the stress that comes with theft, but at least make it less obvious lol. my friend noticed the same thing, i offered to leave my bag behind the register to get them off of me. it was freezing the day i went in so i had a huge jacket on and it really could not have been any more obvious that they assumed i was going to steal something. i was followed around and watched but not once did someone check in, just stared. i pop in whenever i visit olympia but good god y’all make it...