10/19/06

As all-American as apple pie, you'll find all the plain must-haves your wardrobe can handle here.

by Jennifer Olvera

The Scene
Similarly clad, flip flop-friendly shoppers in search of solid, affordable basics head here for cheaper-than-retail prices on their favorite staples. Although none-too-helpful employees at this store appear to prefer chatting to assisting, the store is easy to navigate as any of its first-fun fashion emporiums.

The Goods
Its well-stocked selection of casual items for men, women and children threaten to become everyday weekend wear, while slightly edgier tanks, tees and cargo pants may creep into your casual Friday rotation. A great stop to load up on pre-vacation swimsuits and post-holidays purchases alike, it's hard to imagine there isn't something for virtually everyone at this mildly conservative, everyone-knows-its-name stop.

• Pros: Ultra-affordableBasic finds
• Cons: Dimly litRather depressing