The Container Store

The music in this store is still way too loud. It’s not comfortable to browse leisurely in the store, and you have to talk over the music to converse with anyone. That’s too bad because I’d prefer to take my time browsing for things I like rather than rush in and out looking for one item only.

This store is nothing short of an organizer’s paradise. So much to look at, I could easily lose track of time completely if left there on my own. The staff is always particularly friendly and customer service oriented, as well.

Five stars for being one my favorite stores ever. Five stars for this new location at The Collection in Oxnard because it’s so much closer and more convenient to where I live. I usually travel all the way to Orange County (yes, there is closer, but I love the OC). Five stars for the Container Store helping make my life so organized… in fact, I couldn’t really think of anything else to buy today because I have everything at home as compartmentalized as I can get it… and my garage, too… thanks to the Container Store ! Truthfully, though, this store for me is what Costco is to others… you know, you go in for one thing and come out having spent hundreds of dollars. Yep, the Container Store is that… except for today.
I had previously bought a bunch of acrylic bathroom storage stacking bins (for my make-​up and other toiletries) and had found that they were getting smudgy and dirty even with my spraying Windex and other cleaners on them… and nothing was working. As an excuse to see this new store and knowing they’d have what I want, I sought out this Container Store for some special acrylic cleaner. I had to grab a store employee because while I found some cleaning agents, they didn’t seem to match exactly what I wanted. The young lady said that her friend is a makeup artist and that she simply uses 91% rubbing alcohol, which I just happened to have at home. Even though I ended up purchasing the store’s cleaning solution, I went right home and tried the rubbing alcohol. OMG… it worked like a charm, cleaned the acrylic to a crystal clear shine again, and ironically, the Container Store’s product didn’t work at all. That was sooo nice of the store clerk to tell me what her friend recommended. She clearly didn’t have to and could have just pushed the store product, which she did, as well.
Anyway, if you need to organize your files, your drawers, your rooms, your garage, your kitchen, oh heck… your entire life… GO HERE !!! It’s really so much fun and dangerously addictive… but you will be soooooooooooo organized, and everything will have a place, and you will be so happy. One small negative… it is expensive and adds up very quickly… but oh so worth it !!

Most amazing store ever! Walking down the aisles and aisles of every container imaginable really inspires you to put your home (and life!) in order. They have stuff for every room — home office, closets, garage, kitchen, you name it. Lots of styles to choose from. A little overpriced in my opinion. Customer service is fantastic.
Only downfall — playing Christmas music before thanksgiving. TRAGIC.

Big new store with tons of stuff. Very well organized and I love how they have display items for you to see and feel and hold for all of their products. Lots of their stuff comes folded/​boxed/​smaller than it opens up to be and buying from a picture and a small package would not be as comforting as being able to handle the item first. I was looking at a big comfy box-​seat with storage and almost bought one but wasn’t sure if I had room at home. Anyway my point is when I saw the box you would buy it was very short because you have to fold it open when you get it home. I definitely wouldn’t have bought it based on the folded up package but may yet go back to buy it based on the example product.
I stopped on on Opening Day and it was super busy. Even so, multiple employees offered to help my husband and me. They offered us carts, asked if we needed help, and there was even a lady walking around the check-​out lines (they were long and slow) handing out candy. They had a table set up for kids to color at and everything was very smooth and impressive.
I look forward to visiting again when the crowds die down. I’m excited to have a Container Store in Oxnard!

Crazy packed, loud music, lots of cheering. What a grand opening. I must say I for one am very excited for having a container store here in my hometown Oxnard. They have great ideas on organizing every space in your home. I am looking forward to coming when it’s not grand opening week.