Via's Vintage Wear

12/04/09

Excellent Management

by Katzenjammer1975 at Citysearch

I've been bringing my mom's vintage clothes from the 60's to Via's for the last year and a half. My mom had quite the collection and the Owner of Via's is great about knowing what to pick for the store out of the piles I bring in. When she does not pick clothes i bring in, she lets me know other good venues that might be interested in the styles I bring in. She is efficient, knowleagable, and decisive...and ALWAYS gives me fair prices for what I bring in. I have a lot of trust in Via's. The staff has always been friendly and fun. I know that someone will find my mom's clothes and enjoy them, not to mention the extra money I make cleaning out the house! The store has wonderful clothes, jewelry, and shoes. It is THE place to go if you want the highest quality vintage wear.

• Pros: Wonderful Vintage Clothes/Great Staff

10/07/09

What a TERRIBLE place!

by willow2 at Citysearch

I made the mistake of making an appointment to sell some great vintage clothing to Via's. I am from NYC and have enjoyed the selection at this store since moving to the twin cities. I know the worth of my stuff since I have had great luck selling on ebay. I understood my items would be worth less at Via's, but decided it was less hassle.

The woman huffed / scoffed at most of my items (hello- who does that??) I have been a fan of vintage clothing for more than 10 years- I would never wear vintage that was not in good condition. Many of the items had name brands that fetch a lot of money online. How very uninformed!!

Really not concerned about whether my items were of use to them or not- it was the way in which the woman conducted herself that I find disgusting!! They may have found my stuff unappealing NOW, but they sure did not 2 years ago as I informed the ugly one- some of the pieces (worn once) were FROM THEIR VERY STORE!!! No, Via's, being rude does not make you hip- at all.

• Pros: large selection of vintage clothes
• Cons: RUDEST STAFF EVER

08/21/09

LOVE THIS STORE!

by Mary21 at Citysearch

I went in there once awhile ago. I needed a 50s era outfit for that very same evening. The staff was VERY helpful!! They showed me several pieces in my price range. I was stressed thinking about finding something that would work for the party that night--and the staff couldn't have been better.

I will for sure visit them again, and recommend this store to anyone interested in vintage wear!!!!!

• Pros: they are AWESOME!
• Cons: no free stuff. :(