Shop Backward Glances for vintage clothing, costumes, t-shirts, jewelry & gifts
Backward Glance has the best retro clothing from the 40's to the 80's, at reasonable prices! Plus retro t-shirts, costumes, sunglasses, jewelry and gifts! Looking for a retro costume? Let us dress you for your next costume party!
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1985
What is your primary product or service?
Vintage clothing from the 40's to the 80s, plus retro gifts, jewelry, and t-shirts. We specialize in costumes for retro parties, and a full line of costumes and wigs at Halloween.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I have a retail background (my parents had a gift store). I was interested in unique vintage clothing, and combined it with my retail experience.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Many of our clothes and costumes are one of a kind. We try to find unusual items that other stores don't carry, and we offer personalized service.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Just one location; that keeps me busy enough!
Provide detailed directions to your location
Take Exit 102 towards Asbury Park/Neptune Twp. Merge onto Asbury Avenue. Continue on Asbury Avenue for 4.36 miles (crossing Route 35, and entering Asbury Park).
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Cookman Avenue
658 Cookman Avenue (the Shoppes At the Arcade) is on your right, just past Bond Street.
OR go one block further on Main Street and turn left on Lake Avenue. There's plenty of parking on Lake Avenue, and you can also enter the Shoppes at the Arcade from 633 Lake Avenue. If you want to avoid using stairs, enter from Lake Avenue.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Visa, Mastercard (including debit cards), American Express, and Discover.
Which areas do you service?
We sell our merchandise all over the world.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Cindy Wolfson Ciullo
What are your hours of operation?
Winter hours: Sunday-Monday & Wednesday-Thursday 12 pm to 6 pm
closed Tuesday
Friday 12 pm to 9 pm
Saturday 11 am to 9 pm