What a cute little hidden gem! Cheaply priced accessories but really stylish and not junky at all. I like how I was nicely welcomed when I entered the store, and that the products are all really well displayed and you can have room to walk around, bend down, and still not hit another display. The products they carry are warmly surprising, I honestly could have bought a dozen things — make up, nail polish, hair things, lashes — oh and leg avenue lingerie! And all beyond fair prices. The store is clean, had really great lighting, and the best selection of classic and trendy jewelry. I would say to stop in ince a month to see the new merchandise. I took note that try can order something for you if it’s out of stock, which is not something stores offer these days. You will be pleasantly surprised :-)
Jes A.
Place rating: 4 Portland, OR
They didn’t have the item I wanted, but knew it had been ordered and would be back in-stock within a week. The staff was friendly and helpful without hovering and the prices seem to be really good. I felt like buying something I didn’t need just because I dug the place so much. I NEVER do that. Only reason I’m going with 4, vs 5 stars is because the one thing I was looking for was out of stock, but I suspect I’ll be revising this once I go back.
Marilyn B.
Place rating: 2 Oxnard, CA
If you’re looking for lots of cheap accessories, then Amuse is the place to go. Rachel R’s description of what the store offers is pretty accurate. They carry a pretty wide variety of jewelry(earrings everywhere!), beauty supplies(like eyeliner), nail polish, and even some sexy/cheesy costumes. The shop is a fun place to go to if you want to treat yourself to a new piece of jewelry or need something to pull a look together. You get what you pay for here, although some items are humorously over-priced. The jewelry, which is what I bought, is of poor quality. Every pair of earrings that I’ve purchased from Amuse either breaks falls apart. Cheap crap. You could find this stuff in LA’s fashion district for a fraction of the price. Actually, now that I think about it, most of the products here seem like they were purchased in bulk to be resold. I just feel like you’re being ripped off. And yes, lots of people steal the junk here – things are small, they’re easy to hide, I totally get it. But a note to Amuse employees: if you want customers to come back and spend money in your establishment, please invest in an anti-theft policy that doesn’t involve stalking and breathing down the backs of your customers. YES, the store does have a bigger, more diverse selection than Claire’s. And NO, as much as the store would like for you to believe, you’re not getting good quality accessories here, it’s more like costume jewelry. I’d rather pay a couple bucks more to have earrings that can be worn more than twice.
Rose C.
Place rating: 4 Oxnard, CA
I enjoy their selection of things, but i really don’t appreciate being watched every second. It makes me feel uncomfortable and really not want to keep looking.
Rachel R.
Place rating: 5 Oxnard, CA
I loove this place. Usually after shopping at Fashion Gal(that I just reviewed), I usually head on over to here to find something to go along with it. And I’m agreeing with Christine again. WAYBETTERTHANCLAIRE’S! Way cheaper and they have a prettier selection of things. They’ve got necklaces, sunglasses, earrings, bracelets they also carry nose rings, lip rings, ring rings(ha), Tiaras(I bought my Tiara for my Debu here) that are pretty cheap, they have hair accessories, and fishnets and MAKEUP and MAKE-UP tools(professional quality for really cheap) & False eyelashes and Nail tools. They have fish net tights, they have lingerie and during Halloween season they carry Leg Avenue costumes(they also carry a few other times of the year) They also have a selection of more elegant type jewelry for Proms or Weddings and they also carry a somewhat small collection of Purses, cute little toys for the younger girls and they’ve also got these cute jewelry holders. Now that I’m typing all these things out I’m realizing that this place is loaded with a ton of things to look at and choose from to match any outfit. Like I said I love this place. I could spend all day in here and speaking of spend, I’d probably spend my whole paycheck here. Haha.
Christine J.
Place rating: 5 Tulsa, OK
10x better than Claire’s! Cheaper too! The location is near a Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club, Panda Express, Sports Authority, and KB Toys. I usually find really nice pieces of jewelry to compliment my wardrobe. They have stockings, headbands, purses, beautiful jewelry boxes, and everything else you need! The store is spaced just right for it’s size, not too cramped and with a lot of walking room.