If you like bakelite, rhinestones or just vintage fair, you are going to love love love this place. They have a huge collection of top quality merchandise and jewelry to not be beat.

If you like bakelite, rhinestones or just vintage fair, you are going to love love love this place. They have a huge collection of top quality merchandise and jewelry to not be beat.
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I have been to La France several times to browse, but only yesterday did I go there to truly shop for something I needed and was very dissapointed. They have probably a thousand Su Wong gowns at... More

I have been to La France several times to browse, but only yesterday did I go there to truly shop for something I needed and was very dissapointed. They have probably a thousand Su Wong gowns at Saks prices and most of the gowns have been there for over a year! I was interested in two dresses that were on "clearance". One had been on sale since 02/07 and another since 10/07, so there is no telling how long they have even been in the store and I was also informed by a long time "sales" girl that I was lucky there was a sale section at all. Supposedly, the owner just puts things on sale when she is tired of looking at them; she must not need to really sell anything. The gowns are way over priced! Nothing with a stretch polyester lining is worth $600.00, or even $300.00 on sale, especially when there are a thousand gowns crammed on to three walls ( could barely get to them). Aside from all of the above mess, the sales girl was very abraisive and defensive when I asked about the prices, proceeding to tell me about the eccentricities of the owner like she was the great and powerful Oz. The whole thing was silly and dissapointing! If your running a retail store act like it, because I can buy a Su Wong dress somewhere else. Everything in there, while being sometimes beautiful and sometimes really worn out, is severely over priced. Its all too bad really, because I love vintage jewelry and clothes and have been in vintage stores all over the country, but I have never seen this kind of over priced stuff and snobbery. Pros: Its air conditioned Cons: Snobbery
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It is a destination location that may save you several days of thrifting, internet shopping, and boutique hunting if they have that one thing that you are looking for, but is the markup really worth... More

It is a destination location that may save you several days of thrifting, internet shopping, and boutique hunting if they have that one thing that you are looking for, but is the markup really worth the saved time? That all depends on how much time you have on your hands, or if you know your clothing size and have an Ebay account. Almost all the fashion offered here can be gotten for a fraction of the price (sometimes hundreds of dollars less) if you know you size and have an Ebay account. French replica fashion at high prices, a good collection of real womens' vintage, and almost no mens selection, (unless you want a Hawaiian shirt). I did not ask if they offer tailoring, but just about anything you get from here will need it. Sizes in vintage are very different from sizes today. And therein lies the rub to all high priced vintage store boutiques; Spend hundreds of dollars on a piece of clothing that you will have to spend hundreds of dollars to have fitted to you. The same conclusion can be reached about this boutique, it may have something beautiful, but girl, it will cost you. Pros: Lots of selection limited to 30's -50's fashion. Cons: Very overpriced, lots of overpriced replicas, expensive parking, dangerous neighborhood.
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Great shopping experience! I have purchased several unique french jewelry items (pins, etc.) for Christmas /birthday gifts etc. When visiting Tampa I also make time to visit La France.

Great shopping experience! I have purchased several unique french jewelry items (pins, etc.) for Christmas /birthday gifts etc. When visiting Tampa I also make time to visit La France.
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My boyfriend and I have been wanting to come here for a long time and we finally did. We were not disappointed. We didn't want to leave! They have everything I love to wear. I was especially... More

My boyfriend and I have been wanting to come here for a long time and we finally did. We were not disappointed. We didn't want to leave! They have everything I love to wear. I was especially excited to see the selection of vintage wedding dresses..amazing! We are planning a wedding in Italy and I found the perfect dress to wear. The prices are high but I feel it is worth it...especially for the dress. Pros: Large Assortment, Vintage Wedding Dresses Cons: A Bit Pricey
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Located in the heart of Ybor City on 7th Avenue. Open late on Friday and Saturday nights! Browse the HUGE collection of both new and used Vintage style clothing. They have the best selection... More

Located in the heart of Ybor City on 7th Avenue. Open late on Friday and Saturday nights! Browse the HUGE collection of both new and used Vintage style clothing. They have the best selection including the most fabulous dresses you have ever seen! They carry everything you can imagine including period pieces from the 1860's to the 1970's. They have a very large and unique collection of eclectic jewelry. You could spend hours (and a fortune!) in this place. A must see!
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The jewlery alone is worth a trip to La France. They have fabulous clothing, both restored vintage and new vintage style, but better than that, they have gloves, shoes, hats, and wonderful jewlery.... More

The jewlery alone is worth a trip to La France. They have fabulous clothing, both restored vintage and new vintage style, but better than that, they have gloves, shoes, hats, and wonderful jewlery. VERY full store, and really nice help. PROS: LOTS of stock, in great shape. CONS: High prices, crowded store.
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Excellent selection of vintage clothing from all eras, particularly the 40's and 50's. Also has jewelry (lovely collection of silver jewelry with semiprecious stones), shoes, hats, and other... More

Excellent selection of vintage clothing from all eras, particularly the 40's and 50's. Also has jewelry (lovely collection of silver jewelry with semiprecious stones), shoes, hats, and other accessories. Also imported clothes such as hawaiian outfits and kimono's. Expensive, particularly some of the fancier dresses, but you get what you pay for. PROS: Wide selection CONS: Pricey
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Everything you could ever want for your antique fashion need and inspiration. From fedoras to flapper dresses, beautiful designs, and great aura with pieces for men and women.

Everything you could ever want for your antique fashion need and inspiration. From fedoras to flapper dresses, beautiful designs, and great aura with pieces for men and women.
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It's hard to believe that in Ybor City, party capitol of Tampa Bay, there could exists one of the finest vintage clothing stores in the world. While their vintage clothing comes with often a hefty... More

It's hard to believe that in Ybor City, party capitol of Tampa Bay, there could exists one of the finest vintage clothing stores in the world. While their vintage clothing comes with often a hefty price tag (upwards of $45 per item), every peice is in pristine condition and ready to wear. While their wares are primarily women's apparel and accessories, they also have a fine selection of menswear. Top hats, parasols, flapper dresses, kimonos, brooches and lace galore is what you will find here. This is a perfect place to go to find a special occasion dress (they also sell contemporary clothes too). La France has so many treasures and little bits of history that you'll have to make more than one trip to finally see everything. PROS: La France has beautiful vintage clothing for all occassions. CONS: So much to see, product is cramped, may cause claustrophobia.
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