Mimi & Red Boutique

Love the vibe here! I’m relatively new the San Diego area and it was refreshing to stumbled into this boutique.
This will definitely be my go-​to spot for that new, last minute dress I need or when I’m craving some retail therapy.
Cute, clean, fresh, and goods vibes :)

If it were possible I would unfortunately give Mimi & Red a zero. Their merchandise is spot on and their prices are inexpensive. After shopping there a few times and spent a couple of hundred each time, I tried to return something on 2 different occasions only to be met with a very judgmental attitude.
I was made to feel like a criminal! One item was jewelry for a Xmas gift and I took the little sticky tag off (who gives a gift with the price?) and the bracelet broke. I had bought this to be part of a set, so the next day returned them both. I got the 2^nd degree about how it broke etc (this was a $ 12.50 bracelet for God sakes!) I had the receipts. I got store credit and another lecture about how «lucky» I was that they were taking the broken one back at all.
Today I tried to return a gift I purchased. It had all the tags on as well as the receipt and was in the time length for a return. Again they would not return the purchase to my credit card and now I have $ 80 of store credit! I never plan to return there again so I bought a couple nondescript thing to call this experience over for good.
I spent my career in retail management and it is too bad that a store that obviously has a lot going for it is loosing business by these archaic policies and the staffs attitude. The answer to the question about why their return policy is so limiting and I was told «Well, we’re a small business». I had to keep from rolling my eyes… It’s more like once they have your money you won’t be getting it back. Bad customer service.
There are some basic Retail 101 theories these owner’s need to review. I hope they figure it out. I won’t be a customer, however. There are plenty of other places to shop.

Love this local boutique in North Park! They have adorable clothes and great accessories. Got some gift shopping done and of course picked up a few gifts for myself as well! The girls working are super sweet and make you feel welcome there. I love shopping local and contributing to small businesses. Plus, it’s great being able to avoid the malls in December and still get holiday shopping done!

My Fav place to shop. I live down the street and anytime I need a date outfit or a random pick-​me-​up I head over down to this cute little shop. The new location is a lot larger than the previous place and they are constantly changing up inventory. Although there are very many styles that don’t appeal to me I can appreciate the variety. Happy Hunting ladies!

This place must be doing great, turning away customers a couple of minutes after posted closing time while there are still customers and employees inside.
I ended up arguing with the store clerk for much longer than it would have taken me to give them at least $ 30 for an item I needed urgently.

This store always has the cutest merchandise from the jewelry, to clothes to bags. In need of a gift go to Mimi and Red, want a cute outfit for that party Friday night go to Mimi and Red. Service is friendly and helpful. The worst part is that this place is walking distance from me which means my bank account isn’t happy. So glad this is in the negihborhood!

Best boutique in SD!
This is my go to spot for shopping! They carry great brands and are always getting new stuff in.
Their prices are very reasonable which can make this a dangerous place. I love that they have lots of accessories and pretty cheap too so you can match them to the outfits you buy.
The store itself is very organized and I love how spacious it is.
They have a parking lot around the corner which is free but I always find parking right in front:-)
They have 2 locations and online shopping.

Love Mimi and Red! I shop here pretty frequently and I always go when I want to find something «unique» or «different» for that one special event or occasion. Prices vary and some of the things can be pricey, but they have awesome sales! I also love all of their jewelry and accessories… all of those are affordable! I also always get complimented when I wear something that I’ve purchased from here whether it be sunglasses, jewelry, bandeau bra, or actual clothes.
If you’re in the area, you definitely need to drop in to look at what they have.

After leaving here with my One Teaspoon shorts that happened to be on sale, buyers remorse sunk in. Which unfortunately means that I can not even return the jean shorts for store credit. This store policy is store credit on returns and no return on sale items which I totally understand at stores with prices such as forever 21, but at a place that sells shorts at over $ 100? Now I know why places like Nordstrom do so well. I absolutely knew the policy right when I bought the shorts, but when I got home in my own lighting and mirrors I was like Ewww… These DO NOT look good on me.
So be cautious shopping here, def make sure the item looks AMAZING before you buy.

I LOVE this store. I normally hate shopping, but I am guaranteed to find something I like every time I come here and it is actually enjoyable! They have very cute options for every type of occasion, and it is verrrry reasonably priced. All the girls that work here are super friendly and helpful matching jewelry with outfits. Love it!

I’m a size 14 and I want cute clothes too. I love this place cute, trendy and inexpensive !! Only draw back is if you need to return something they only give store credit.

On my first trip to Mimi & Red I bought a few things including a dress. I wore it once, washed it once, and it started coming apart at the seam, very obviously a manufacturer defect. After being told by the salesperson that they would not exchange it and that I should take it to a tailor I decided to send an email to them, letting them know why I wouldn’t be shopping there in the future. I received a reply that same night from the owner, asking for a picture of the damaged dress. She then worked to secure a replacement for me.
When in doubt, always contact the owner. I originally planned on never shopping there again but after such great service I will not hesitate to go back. Yes, the salesperson could have made things even easier but she was just following standard company policy in a non-​standard situation. Sometimes the true test of a professional relationship is what happens when things go wrong — in my case, they made it right.

If there was an option to opt out of awarding a single star, I would take it on this review.
Mimi and Red is a cutesy little boutique, one I visited often in La Jolla. I visit a fitness studio in the neighborhood and always bribe myself to go with a little visit to Mimi and Red.
The store itself is really cute — full of knick knacks and beachy clothes.
Unfortunately, on my tenth visit or so, I purchased a tank top with an embellished top. I wore it once (to a brunch that did NOT include mimosas) and washed it on the gentle cycle and hung it to dry. I treat my clothes super carefully, and this top was no exception.
It got a hole on the first wash! I thought to myself, «Rats! Well, I can take it back the next time I go to one of my classes.»
No such luck. I attempted to return it within a 30 day period and was harshly (and with full on judgment) that I could ABSOLUTELY not return an item that has been worn. GASP! How could I expect to wear a clothing item more than once and for it to remain intact!!!
A lame return policy is pretty much a deal killer for me. I am a very loyal customer. If I am sold something so obviously subpar, I expect that the place I spend my money make it right.
The old adage is true: cheap is expensive. Back to Nordy’s it is!

New favorite shop! I didn’t actually buy anything because I was in a rush & didn’t have the time to try on clothes, but I will DEFINITELY be back!
Super cute clothes & brands– prices range from $ 10 – 100.

There are a lot of great things about working from home. Your commute is the 35 seconds it takes to get to your laptop (which could be 5 seconds if you decide to «work from bed»). You don’t have to bother packing a lunch, you don’t have to arrange pet or child care, and you don’t have to own a car, thus saving the environment and making up for those times you took 45 minute showers because you were bored.
But one bummer thing that working from home has done is put a major damper on my wardrobe. If you don’t have to get dressed to go to work, what’s the point of buying that 30 dollar shirt? When you really only bother looking presentable two days a week (IF you decide to leave the house on the weekend), there’s just no way to justify shopping sprees. Thus, when you open my closet door, you’ll likely see the same four shirts, twelve sweatshirts, and a few pairs of jeans that were there 2 years ago, which is HIGHLY EMBARRASSING. Like, If you had to define my style, you’d probably go with «sloppy hermit who lives under the stairs circa 1997.»
Now that I know about Mimi & Red, though, and their affordable and aDORable clothing and accessories, I’m starting to think maybe I will add to my wardrobe again. I’d popped into their old location a few times and would be like «aw so cute,» to a few items before shuffling out in my haggard-​ass sweatpants, but the new location is UNBELIEVABLE. It’s massive, and EVERY SINGLE ARTICLE OF CLOTHING is to-​die-​for. And the best part is you don’t have to be a Swift or a Kardashian to shop there. To put it in perspective, I, Nicole, am not offended by the price point, and I wash and reuse Ziploc bags, SO, YEAH. Mull over that.
ANYWAY, if you find yourself in North Park (or La Jolla I guess, Richie Rich), DEFINITELY check out Mimi & Red. Even if you work from home, and haven’t put on a bra since Obama started his second term.

I’m a store and clothing snob, and I can honestly say this is the only boutique in San Diego that I really like and trust for my shopping.
I don’t shop at big stores anymore because I think it’s just so aesthetically not pleasing and a waste of time to have to wade through giant mounds of cheap crap to get to the good gems in a store. That’s why I love a great boutique like Mimi and Red, I can go in and know that at least everything will be good quality and generally fashionable even if a piece isn’t exactly what I’m looking for.
I give four stars instead of five because I think that there are a few better wholesale brands they could have that go with their aesthetic, but I generally do like most of what they sell. It is a little pricey but I don’t mind so much because it’s good quality and well curated. I really love their jewelry, it’s great pieces and much more affordable than Pigment without sacrificing the general look.
The staff are always helpful but not pushy. Honestly I just wish I could find more stores like this in San Diego! It’s the only one I’ve found that fits what I really want to buy consistently.

Having recently moved to San Diego I was on the hunt for a great boutique that I can count on to always have something new and something that would work for a lot of different occasions. I have definitely found that in Mimi and Red. Every time I come in I leave with a few items. The girls are great, very friendly and super helpful. The prices are a little higher than I would like but you get what you pay for, the quality of the items I have purchased are very good!
I highly recommend checking this place out!

If you’re into boho/​beachy fashion and accessories, you will probably like this place. Apparently, they source a lot of their clothes from LA’s fashion district, and nothing I saw was over $ 100. I walked out with a blue Everly jumpsuit that I adore.

I love this lil boutique! Prices are not bad and they are constantly buying new items there is always items on sale. Really wish they had parking, there have been several times that I have driven by with hopes to stop in and tried to park but got frusrtated after looking and drivng in circles.
I love that when you make a purchase you have some peace of mind that its a lil unique, you will not run into someone with the same dress, like you would if you went to macys or express. I have had a ton of compliments on dresses I have worn to weddings, parties and jewelry.
Look forward to my next purchase!

One of my favorite boutiques in North Park. So much in such a small space. Very reasonable prices that won’t make you break that cute ceramic pig you got as child, and not hyper hip that you would not want to wear for work. Their clothes are very wearable yet have that je-​né-​sais-​quoi that makes them different. Very nice sellers, not pushy at all, and even sometimes you stop by for free drinks and cupcakes. Worth a visit when you go to the farmers markets in North Park on Thursdays. Chances are you will get a cute skirt and forget the arugula!