Guacamole

Just came to south st. Specifically to visit guacamole and found a store in its place called green guacamole that was closed as in brown paper covering the windows. Say it ain’t so.

Stopped in a few times just to browse, and the staff isn’t too nosy. I’ve found some pieces I’ve considered trying on, but I guess I just didn’t have the time or energy to stick around very long. Besides, the atmosphere isn’t exactly the most welcoming, but that being said, if there were something that I felt I just couldn’t leave without buying, I’d try it on, buy it, and then continue on my way. However, that hasn’t happened yet. If it does, I’ll be back to report.

Guacamole used to be one of my favorite stores to buy cute summer dresses, jeans and shorts. I admit, it’s been a few years since I’ve been here, so it’s possible I may have outgrown this store.
I’m a bit of a clotheshorse, so I’m sure I could still find SOMETHING I like in here. They tended to have things you don’t see in every other store.

I go in here, if & when I venture into South St district, which is hardly ever. Not the same when I was growing up. But Guacamole has cute, edgy items, I’ve picked up couple tees here & there. Funny sayings. to beat around. But its not for normal everyday wear unless you’re a teen or living like that. But all in all, great place to look around.

Back in the day they use to stock up on some pretty sweet shoes, but now it’s just complete crap. I don’t mind stopping by here just to check out the accessories (hats/​bags), but the last time I was in town, I didn’t even bother.

I want to like it and I want to hate it!!!
I mean, come on… it’s on South Street. How trendy can you get? But they have some cute stuff in there, and it’s not crazy expensive. It isn’t crazy cheap, either, but they stand apart from the other ho-​bag clothing stores on South Street, that’s for sure. It’s just that South Street shopping has such a stigma attached to it. It’s like a mall. If Guacamole was located somewhere else, I feel like I’d like it more. Admittedly, I’ve only every bought 2 small things there, but I like to look around.

I have a strange relationship with Guacamole… I stop in nearly everytime i’m on South Street but have only purchased something a handful of times. They are overpriced but have some difficult to find stuff so the prices are understandable for some items. The products they sell lean towards trendy but they carry some of the same staple items at all times which i’m assuming keep their loyal customers. Guacamole sells alot of harder-​to-​find in store brands.
Their clearance racks are small, but definitely worth the look. I have found summer dresses for $ 5-​$ 10 that were steals.
The employees are normally pleasant.
I noticed on a recent trip that they seem to be cutting back on their shoe department which is disappointing.

eh. well…they have some snazzy shoes sometimes. frankly, though, i just really miss their sister store – trixie.

This place is really cool if you are a group of teenage girls from the burbs coming down for a day trip to South Street to celebrate the ending of your Junior year in high school and the start of the «best summer ever omfg!» and need to find a the perfect cami to wear at your crush’s party this upcoming weekend that he’s throwing at his parent’s shore house.
It’s cool and edgy like that. I dunno, maybe I’m jaded because I know they start their employee’s pay at $ 6 and it’s another shop on South Street that sells graphic t’s that are «quirky and fun».

Back during the days of ska I was sure to find some checkered prints or even parachute pants at Guacamole. It’s a little more urban than it used to be now and the good old days of the live DJ are no more. I hadn’t been there for years until recently but it’s still a cool spot to find some colorful pieces your friends only wish they had.
What I used to love about Guacamole is that fact that their shoe selection was extensive and their sizes were small enough to fit my tiny little feet. There are only a few pairs of shoes now along the wall and rather than carrying mainly indie styles there are just too many Urban Outfitters-​style t-​shirts that aren’t worth the $ 30 price tag.
I have to give them at least three stars though for surviving the backlash of the new South Street, but for them it was easy to do so because they were the originator of the colorful clothes and funky sunglasses back in the day. I also find myself hat shopping there at least once a month… and I’m not one to wear hats everyday.

I really don’t like Guacamole. For one thing, the clothes are just tacky. From Lil Ms. Talkative shirts to «Stop Staring at My Boobs» tops to guitar shaped purses, this place is my worst nightmare. Everything is just too tight or too short or has childish designs on it. Secondly, the prices are outrageous. The quality of the clothes is pretty crappy too, and I could see it falling apart in the wash. If anything, check out the shoes, they sometimes have BC shoes, which can be cute. Like some other people said, the staff can be unfriendly and I’m almost 99% sure that they spend most of their day gossiping and laughing at customers.

If Hot Topic had an older, more fashionable sister, her name would be Guacamole.
Lots of cute tees, dresses and accessories that reflect the style de jour. Everything runs teeny tiny, though, so if you’re a curvy girl who enjoys her food & drink (like yours truely) then you might feel a bit limited by shopping here. That said, no matter what size you are, a girl needs some shoes and Guacamole has a cool selection of interesting styles that will fit your feet and your budget.

This was my favorite place on South Street in high school. My friends and I always found a unique outfit and fun shoes (like platform Mary Janes). I still appreciate this store because it is one of the few quirky, independent stores left on South Street. Once the Gap came to South Street, quirky, locally-​run stores on South Street started to go the way of the dinosaurs as national chain stores and trendy boutiques began popping up all along this street, once the haven of hippies and punk rockers. Guacamole has survived, however, and it’s still in the same funky store with the same funky clothing selection. However, now that I’m in my mid-​twenties, I find that I’m a little old for the clothing selection (and the teenage check-​out girls usually look at me funny when I go in there). Still, I recommend a trip inside for anyone looking for a glimpse into the fun, unique world of the pre-​Gap South Street or for anyone who still gets a rush when she discovers a cool pair of platform Mary Janes or a cheaply-​priced mini dress.

Cute shoes and little dresses! Theres tons of stores like this in NY but I liked this place a lot anyway. They’ve got some cute purses too. The clothes reminded me of forever 21 or strawberry… kinda like disposable clothing.

This fun, funky store carries cute Rocket Dog sneakers. PIcked up a cotton, v-​neck dress with empire waist. When you go in, the employees all seem to be friends — like you’re walking into a neighborhood hang out almost with clothes. I’m always amused by their bag selection because they almost always say something sassy on them :)

I love this store as well. I’ve found many a great deal here, from shoes to spiffy skirts and swell sweaters.
Prices are reasonable, location easy enough, and mood completely laid back. It’s not one of those places you walk into feeling intimidated, like so many little shops along that strip.
Would I flood my closet with clothes from here? No, no, no, but I do add just the right pieces to saucy up some boring basics.

Because I actually enjoy shopping in the same place that highschool punk-​rock girls get their gear, I’m a fan of Guacamole. You have to fight with the younger generation over t-​shirts that refer to things they cannot possibly remember. The Pink Panther, who was my favorite cartoon icon in nursery school is featured, as is Pepe Le Peu. I guess this just attests to the timelessness of these characters as well as the powerful marketing potential of nostalgia. In fact, I bought some kip for TK’s niece at the same time I scored some t-​shirts for my own wardrobe. I bought her a furry microfiber sweatshirt which I liked so much that I went back and bought one for myself.
A lot of the stuff is generally overpriced, but you can find a good deal. I bought a chocolate-​minty-​smelling t-​shirt for my friend Joann’s birthday, which she really dug. It’s not a class-​A boutique or anything, but it is a lot of fun if you want to get back to your teeny-​bopper roots (which I often do).

This store is actually a really fun, cute boutique hidden among South Street crapola.
This store has the trends, but well-​made wares as well as classics. Junk Food Ts are always a sure bet, but rummage through the racks in the first room to find really cute tops. Jeans are definitely sexy and detailed.
Don’t expect cheap threads — but everything here is a great deal.

Wow. I can’t believe I’m the first person reviewing this store. I dream about this store from Boston. Now that I’m not a poor college student I bet I could do some serious damage in here…
Its a fun, modern store. The items range from trendy to funky and everything in between. I’m always on the lookout for fun shoes and they have a good selection. But for tops and sweaters that are fun and different this is the place.