T J Maxx

When I joined the camp I was unhappy and unhealthy. I figured, «hey I’ll lose some weight and get my money back? I’m in!»
First challenge: The first challenge was filled with excitement, fear, and questioning. Can I really do this? What did I sign up for? But, with the support of the trainers and other members I realized I CAN and I DID! Each morning I walked into a new and exciting workout with trainers that are motivating and encouraging. Everyone has such a positive attitude, it’s contagious and you can’t help but pass it along.
Now for the food. Before I started I would skip meals regularly and then snack on whatever was nearby. I could no longer do that and had to meal prep. At first it felt like such a chore, until I got into a routine and realized it was so much easier to prep and not have to think about meals because everything is done! Now is the menu limiting? YES! Did I learn to deal with it? YES, but soon I was no longer craving unhealthy foods and began to see food as fuel for my fitness.
Needless to say the pounds seemed to melt away during my first challenge and I lost 23 pounds. Did I get my money back, but I decided to roll over to challenge number two.
Challenge two:
After completing the first challenge this challenge really flew by. I will admit I did not stay completely FTDI in my week off, so I gained 3 pounds. Thus I had to lose a total of 23 pounds. Not an easy task.
In this challenge I didn’t get tired of the food as quickly but the food got tired of me. As a result under the advice of our director I began to carb cycle. At first it wasn’t too harsh. But after a few rounds not having carbs was rough. But it was even harder to not have veggies on my high carb days. Regardless I pushed through it. I remained resilient to my diet and workouts. Sadly I had to do talapigus the last week to help make weight. This was incredibly challenging. But again with the support of the staff I powered through and lost just over 20 pounds!
Challenge number three: Well this being my last challenge was definitely not easy. Now the last 2 weren’t a cake walk. But this pushed me to my limit.
As I started this challenge I was told I need to step up my exercise. I also carb cycled through this challenge. Between the workouts and carb cycling I was pushing as hard as I could. But sadly I hit a plateau.
So when sign ups for Elite training came around I decided to give it a try. I have to say that after 2 successful challenges and a plateau Elite reach made a difference. It was what I needed to reach my goal and beat this challenge. After just a few sessions I noticed I was stronger and leaner. Everyone else noticed too :) that was the biggest motivator of all. I owe so much to the crew in Pasadena. Each day their words of encouragement gave me strength. When I felt like giving up they listened to my gripes and supported me.
This experience has truly been life changing.

I had an amazing experience today at this location. Everything was highly organized and I found the cutest items at a great deal. I liked how I was greeted when I entered and was shopping in the store. I was assisted by Nancy at the registers on the second floor and she was very helpful. She answered any questions I had and made me feel very welcomed. I wish there were more associates like her at other stores that I shop at. I purchased large items and she helped me to my car so I wont make two trips. I would for sure recommend this location to my friends and family and thank you again to Nancy.

My review is based on the employees. I went in here as I’m sure many did because it is a runway store. I’ve been here a few times and the staff is never helpful and slightly rude. Yesterday was no exception. I saw a Valentino bag I’ve been eye balling at Nordstrom so I was pretty stoked to see it at tj maxx. The lady unlocks it so I can see it and I ask her if she can put it upfront so I can finish walking the store. She snaps how long do you want it on hold? Fine I’ll put it up front and locks it back up because she doesn’t think I can afford it or I’m not really going to get it I’m not really sure. So I go to pay for it upfront they can’t find it up there (surprise, I mainly wanted to annoy the girl that didn’t bring it up the first time and make her unlock it again) they go get it bring it up ring me up and then didn’t check my id on a $ 1400 purchase.

So, I’ve been buying from this location for more than 10 years now. I have to say since the remodel, I always seem to leave the store empty handed. Before the remodel, I would leave the store having spent thousands just from the Runway section in one visit. The store is larger now with the second floor, but their clothing selection has greatly diminished. Sure, they still have the Runway department, but I cannot seem to find anything nice anymore. They seem to have expanded their home and décor department by moving that upstairs, but let’s be honest, if I want décor I can go to Home Goods. They have also expanded their men’s department, but that really doesn’t do me any good. I’m not sure what’s going on, or why things have gone down hill, but I really miss the old store. It was one of the only places I shopped, and now I’m stuck schlepping to department stores all over LA. Bummer.

They have just remodeled and it’s beautiful. I’m a big fan of their purses and jewelry. Some of the sales people are kind of unfriendly though.

I think that they can do better. It is a good store but compared to the TJMAX on Glendale Avenue this one has less variety and higher prices. They can also improve on interior design and arrangements.

Located in the same plaza as Gelson’s with a large parking lot. This particular location is a Runway location (meaning they sell designer named items) and is 2 stories.
Yellow tag and red tag items (deep clearance) going on now throughout the entire store.
I came by this TJ Maxx location with my husband yesterday evening to return some items I had purchased at the location in Pasadena.
I got in line to return 2 pairs of shoes. When it was my turn, the employee at the register slammed the two pairs of shoes onto the counter and kept calling the manager over saying ‘I can’t do this return’ and ‘I can’t take these back’. She looked over the shoes carefully (which were never worn, with the bottom of the soles clean and clearly were unworn). Then she just did my return without the manager needing to come over to approve the transaction or help her with it.
This made me feel uncomfortable and a little upset with the rude service. But after that, I just browsed the store. The designer section (or runway section), located on the 1^st floor, is smaller than the one in Pasadena. I wasn’t too impressed with the selection in the clothing, handbags and shoes. The jewelry case didn’t have anything that I was interested in.
After a quick browse here, I used the women’s restroom (located on the 2^nd floor). I was quite grossed out to see that they ran out of soap in both of the soap dispensers (bring your own hand sanitizer).
This visit was pretty disappointing and am sorry that my husband wasted gas driving out here for me because I just wanted to check out this location since it is a runway store. Definitely not worth the drive or a 2^nd visit. If you want to visit a runway location, check out Pasadena or the location at the Beverly Center.

Came to this location to return a dress. First, I was returning was a gift that was too small so I asked for the gift receipt. My aunt had 3 gift receipts but wasn’t sure which one it was so she gave me all of them. The dress did not have a tag so I understand how it can be difficult to ring up but the tag on the inside of the dress had the dress Info number. Tahmineh is a coordinator that I approached for some help. She didn’t seem too pleased to do a return and immediately called someone named irina who’s also a coordinator. Irina and Tahmineh were really rude and kept rolling their eyes when I told them I received the gift with no tag but to maybe look at the number on the inside sole of the dress. I also mentioned if it was more helpful if they can just scan the barcode of the gift receipts and see if it matches. They claimed they did not have the machine to do that and started to speak another language and sent a few glares my way. Irina told me she simply didn’t have the time to type in all the numbers to match the gift receipts. Once I said «excuse me?» And looked around at the empty store, She said she’d just give me 30 bucks. This was a Michael kors dress retailing for 100 dollars on tjmax website. I totally understand that it wasn’t the best situation and if they couldn’t do the return, I get it but at least say it respectfully and don’t be rude about it. I was shocked at how these two women could be in retail with those attitudes.
Won’t be going to this location again.

I always have a good experience at this location. Store is never crowded and it’s always organized. I recently returned a pair of pants that I later regretted when I got home. I went back and an employee literally walked all over the store with me looking for the pants that was already put back. That’s what you call customer service.

Like this place even more now that it’s renovated. Parking is sometimes an issue though. This place is more organized than other TJ Max store I’ve been to.

Love this store! This is the nicest TJ Maxx I have shopped at! Higher end products and two floors to boot! I wish all TJ Maxx stores were this great…

Ok my personal opinion is they ruined a really good store. They made the store two floors and larger but decereaed the inventory and variety. Damn shame as it was a five star store before… ugh!

I was finally able to check this location out today, just because I had an errand to do locally.
I looked at the Runway, Shoes, Active, & Jewelry sections and compared it to the Pasadena & Glendale locations.
I ended up buying a pair of diamond bling earrings for only $ 12 and some underwear.
I love the clean layout and organization of this store.
Selection-​wise, I feel like they could have had more selection. I think it’s because people buy these pieces fast so selection becomes limited.
I will say that they have higher end designer pieces here, so if you love designer, this is the best place to go spend compared to other locations.
I really love this location and will add it to my favorite trips.

We live in Glendale and our TJ Maxx is tiny so this TJ Maxx is so great! So many wonderful selections and really friendly staff too definitely coming back again and again. Edgar our cashier was especially nice.

This store was completely renovated and they added use of the second floor.
I will have to say I was pleasantly surprised after I shopped there after their Grand Re-​Opening a month or so ago. The new manager seemed to really care what the customers thought. I was impressed with the upgraded inventory and ended up buying some Joe’s Jeans, Michael Kors leggings and a tunic.
I cannot say the inventory has impressed me the last few times I’ve been there in the women’s section and that’s why I’m not giving them 4 stars. I’ve shopped in every department and they all need some inventory as follows:
— Women’s clothing — Get more tops and jeans.
— Men’s clothing — Same as above
— Home Section — The need to get more artwork.
— Shoes — Much better than before the remodel, but they need more.
I’m hoping they continue to improve the store and I will definitely write an update if they do.

Best buy in town for dish and glass wear. Pots and pans lots of parking. I spend under 100 dollars got four bags full of stuff.

Dangerous! This TJ Maxx is undergoing construction and some of the ceiling tiles are exposed. I felt a little unsafe.

Can they clean up? At least organize everything.

used to be better with more guy stuff and household/​kitchen items.
now a very quick visit, for desperation only.

This TJ Maxx is great! It’s in a nice area, there’s usually pretty good sales racks (love the home/​kitchen section) and there’s plenty of parking. I found some cute baby clothes for a friend and awesome mustache napkins for an upcoming party. The parking lot is huge and there are some cute coffee shops in the same lot. The staff is always friendly and it’s definitely one of the neater TJs.

Another successful stop here, Haute Hippie dress on clearance $ 29 instead of $ 260, worth the drive I would say.
Ain’t nothing like a great deal, like silk perfect for SoCal, thank you TJ Maxx, back here every chance I get!

It’s okay. I like the one on lake (Pasadena, CA) better as it feels more spacious.

Has improved since my last visit about three years ago! Cleaner. Although I didn’t feel there was a lot of choices… maybe my taste has changed. The store was missing… a soul! Yes, that’s it.
Will probably not visit so soon, given the fact that now that there are Home Goods, and at times department stores give better discounts lately… I guess for a potpouri of needs such as luggage, undies, and flip flops, one can make a one-​place stop.
And,. Good to know that they do have plenty of parking.

This five star review is for the amazingly cute handbag that I picked up here!
I got a ton of stuff for my kids also and a top for myself. A pair of boots caught my eye and hit my wishlist for a future trip :)
Shopping here was a lot of fun!!!

TJ Maxx… how I love you. Let me count the ways. Awesome purses, better brands of clothes, amazing shoe selection. I have purchased some fierce silver Enzo stiletto sandals here, a Michael Kors bag, and a Willi Smith cardigan. Also, great selection of good organic hair care products.
BUT, the store is small in comparison to most. So there’s that. I wouldn’t go out of my way to go here because there is a bigger one in Burbank, but if I’m in La Canada… it’s a good place to stop off for some retail therapy.