Maribel

I guess I just don’t understand how this business works. Brought in a bunch of stuff, the girl went through quickly and picked one item. From then on it was up to me to see if it sold. The store has no responsibility to the consignee. How hard would it be for them to notify via email when an item is sold.
It’s not just Maribel, but all the consignment shops I’ve been to. They act as if they’re doing you a big favor even looking at your clothes.
I’d rather donate from now on.

Stopped in today after yoga and the sales person gave me a very uncomfortable feeling. I was the only person of color in the store and all her attention was on me. Sorry but I have a choice on where I spend my money and this business is not the place.

After randomly perusing through their high end pricey items on a Saturday I fell into their $ 10 rack. Where has this cornucopia of goodness been all my life? We are talking red wool cape, DVF skirt, Kelley green to die for dress. I definitely hit the goldmine and bought some beautiful pieces. The sales woman was quick to inform me that this was not a normal $ 10 rack so don’t get my hopes up that it would always be that good. I found that a little odd since you’d think they’d want to encourage people to come back in hopes of catching that first $ 10 rack high. Well anyhow I guess I’ll forever be chasing that dragon and will still pop in every now and again to see what they’ve got.

To buy might be okay but as far as consigning, I would not recommend.
I constantly clean out my closet so wanted to find a go-​to place to get rid of some of my designer stuff. Went into Maribel’s for the first time which immediately I was sketch about their capabilities to sell — prices and how it was being merchandise was so off. Despite this, I give it a try to consign but after almost a month, was over it.
When it comes to consigning and even buying, highly suggest Mercy Vintage on Piedmont. This place is a waste of time.

I go to Maribel once every three or four months. I’ve found some nice pieces, but agree that the service can be indifferent. Selection varies — sometimes wonderful, often sparse and uninspired. It would be most helpful if the owners would publicly post what they are looking for in consignment: what brands, seasons, sizes, cleanliness standards, they are looking for.

Been shopping here for years and the customer service is consistently unwelcoming. The feeling of scoring an awesome piece for my wardrobe has kept me coming back though. Unfortunately I haven’t found anything good lately and the prices seem to get higher and higher. Leaving empty handed with a sour taste from the staff who could seemingly care less if I shop there or not, has me turning to Unilocal to search for a new consignment store.
Bye Maribel, I gave you many chances.

Gorgeous, well-​curated clothes from high end designers — if you want Tory Burch, DVF, Vivienne Westwood, etc for pennies on the dollar (or hundreds on the thousands, really), this is the place to go. Everything’s in great condition, on trend, and fabulous. Also! A ton of sample pieces from a going-​out-​of business designer when I was trying clothes on there today.

Unbelievably rude, angry women that work here. Please get a reality check … If you work here you’re earning less than 12 bucks am hour. You’re not a designer, you don’t work in ‘fashion’. You’re just a slightly jaded, somewhat filthy (like your clothes) nobody.

I called the shop as soon as they opened yesterday to ask about a particular item that I saw on one of their social media sites. The woman on the phone confirmed that they still had the item. I told her I would be driving an hour (in each direction) to come purchase said item. So of course I asked if she would please hold it for me. She said that she would NOT hold it for me. But since said item had been there for at least 6 weeks and had not sold I figured it would be safe for a few hours until I would arrive to purchase it. WRONG. I drove all that way and miraculously the item had sold right before I got there. Unbelievable. What luck right? If only the woman had just simply agreed to hold it for me I would not have driven all that way for absolutely nothing. I would have even paid for it over the phone. All she could say was «duuuude» over and over in regards to what had happened… Wow.
After reading several other reviews for this place. I’m amazed that I wasn’t the only person who happened to notice that the items in the store were surprisingly filthy. I thought maybe it was a fluke but I guess not. I was checking out this big black Marc Jacobs bag and I reached into one of the front pockets and there was hair, crumbs, and a hair tie. Not to mention the bag was entirely dusty and needed a good wipe down. I was also checking out a camel colored Frye bag that unfortunately was the same story, filthy. You should really clean up the items before you put them on the sales floor. It’s not fun to pay well over $ 100 for a bag you will need to go home and clean before you can even carry it. Not cool.

Sellers beware. I took several very very high end items in pristine condition here to sell. In fact a few of my items still have the original price tags attached because I had never even worn them. Amongst my items were brand new Made in Heaven jeans. They sold 6 or 7 of my items and I made a total of $ 67.50ish dollars. I don’t know quite where my things ended up but perhaps in the bargain section? My experience with going into the stor as a buyer is that things are rather pricey across the board so I was shocked when I saw the list of prices they had set for my items and how low they were, some at around $ 20 each. I kind of feel like my nicest pieces if clothing have been stolen from me. It feels really wrong.

I LOOOOVE consignment stores and have been to Maribel many times in the last 4 years since finding out about the store and I must say that every time I visit, more often than not, I find something that I like and want to purchase. I would say 8 to 9 times out of 10 I leave the store with something. I think that their selection is great and they do carry a variety of sizes (especially my size, so that’s a plus). What is my size? Well, anywhere from 0 to 4 depending on the brand really. The quality of the merchandise is great as well. Well edited I think. Even though it is a consignment store, some of their items even look like they are new and never worn. Some even still have their price tags on them.
I think their prices are comparable to other similar stores and as far as customer service goes, I haven’t really had a problem like the other reviewers. Too bad they’ve felt that way but like I have said I have been coming here for about 4 years now and every time I go my presence is acknowledged when I step foot in their store. I also love that the store is clean and well-​organized by color and size. And it is always interesting to see what their window display looks like each visit. They do change from time to time. Ann (the Owner)…well, she knows me by now, is nice and always willing to chat when I chat her up. And one of her staff, Kelly, is really friendly, too!
More power to you, Maribel! You will continue to see me in your wonderful store.

I love this store. I’ve been going for many years now and it is often that I walk out of the house wearing one if not two items that I have purchased at Maribel. The staff is awesome with out being clingy and the quality of the clothing is always top notch for being used. Great cross section of styles, accessories, jewelry, shoes. There’s some complaints about prices here on Unilocal but many of the designer offerings would be completely inaccessible if purchased new in a department store. Sorry, I think the price is right.

Ok, an update. I feel better about this place now. I guess i should have given it more chances, got a cool dress here today, its smoking hot dress, but it was pretty expensive. Selection seems to be hit or miss. Sometimes can find gems here but can’t count on it. And if gems are found usually they cost $$.
But i added a star today for the cool dress and nice store lady. The dress is Catherine the duchess worthy. But it cost $$$! But its a nice dress, so i got it. Extra star for that.

I want to like this place so much more. I always look forward to seeing what interesting things they have when I am in the neighborhood. I have found a few great pairs of pants and shoes here. There are a lot of designer shirts, dresses, etc that usually aren’t my style but have a sort of one of a kind quality. Unfortunately I find the people that work there to be pretty unfriendly and have had the experience the past couple of times that they seem to feel they are doing you a favor by allowing you to shop there, despite the fact that I always leave having spent a generous amount.

Knowing it’s high-​end consignment going in you’re less likely to get sticker shock. It’s my go-​to store when I’m looking for something with a little sizzle and can’t spend a whole day in San Francisco. I’ve definitely walked away with some winners over the years.
One star off for sales people who don’t engage very significantly. Mine also bemoaned she «didn’t have a chance to eat anything all day.» (This really shouldn’t be our problem.)

This store is a little too hip for me. I am constantly drawn in by their artsy window displays and spacious layout. But the clothes are a bit too vintage for my everyday wardrobe, and the prices on the high-​end for secondhand garb. Every once in a while I’ll stumble upon a wearable treasure, but it’s rarely at a bargain.
I do appreciate their selection of locally-​made jewelry, though the selection ebbs and flows depending on time of year (more around the holidays).
If you are an adventurous fashionista and can pull off the sequined 70s diva look, or a high-​neck prairie dress, or both at once, more power to you! You’ll enjoy the selection here.

Scored some awesome Citzens for Humanity jeans that fit PERFECTLY. I’m a shorty so even petites are a couple of inches too long. But I must have bought for a fellow über-​petite. They were in great condition and reasonably priced.
I then consigned for the first time and had a pleasant experience. They were very honest yet polite. My feelings didn’t get butt hurt when they turned away one of the pairs of shoes I brought in. They ended up selling another pair. Yay! When I went to pick up my $, I ended up putting it towards these sweet pair of teal pumps. Oh well, I couldn’t pass them up!

They seem a little overpriced for what they’re selling. It’s all cute, but I’ve hardly ever actually bought anything because it was all out of my price range. They don’t have sizes over an 8 anyways, so I usually just look at the shoes.
The service is hit or miss. Sometimes friendly, sometimes just bad for business. The last time I went in there a saleswoman was pricing some items at the counter. There was a lovely pair of shoes there, and I asked her what size they were. Without making eye contact she said they were an 8.5 – my size! So I asked, have they been priced yet? Again, without eye contact, she said no, and kept going about her business.
If she had offered me a price, I might have purchased them. Instead I said, okay, and promptly walked out. Way to lose a sale!

I love consignment shops. This one is super cute, super stylish, and slightly higher priced. But, the quality of the clothing is great/​excellent, especially the boots.
I have been looking for cowgirl boots. Instantly, I thought about Maribel and decided to get to Oakland a little early to look at the store. Talk about instant gratification! I walked in, tried on a pair, and bought them. They were top quality, excellent condition, and exactly what I was looking for.
Other great options: a frequent shopper card.
I don’t make it over to Oakland very often – but when I do find the time, I always stop in. Definitely worth checking it out.

Maribel is a smallish boutique with gently used clothing in a wide variety of fits and styles. There were a few too many boxy tops for my liking, but hey, it’s Oakland, the land of the NON body-​con. Great used jeans ranging from 40.00 to 80.00. Nice used bags starting around 80.00. I didn’t buy anything today, but I’ll give it at least one more try. The ambiance is really comfortable and welcoming: airy with nice music at a reasonable volume.
Parking: street parking (HAH) or park in the lot next to the Trader Joe’s.