About Act II Boutique

Act II is a family-owned and operated Ladies' Resale Boutique that has been in business for over 40 years.

In 1982, someone in La Mesa was selling a six-week-old consignment store. Dolores Buller had been a stay-at-home mom for seventeen years when she found herself recently divorced and in need of a job. Although she knew nothing about owning a store, let alone consignment, she took a huge risk, bought the store, and transitioned it to a “resale” store, rather than consignment shop. This risk quickly proved itself to be the perfect fit for her and her family. The store is now overseen by Dolores Buller, and owned and operated by one of her two daughters, Deanne Ross.

Born off of Lake Murray Blvd in La Mesa, CA, Act II has had numerous locations all over the San Diego area.  Now, for the last 30 years, our home has been in the charming Village of La Mesa on La Mesa Blvd. 

Act II is devoted to giving back to the community. Dolores and Deanne have served on the board of directors with the East County Chamber of Commerce, Deanne has served as the president of the Merchants Association, we have donated time, funds, and clothing to the Salvation Army, and collect clothing donations for various causes in need.

When Act II was founded, and for many years after, resale was unheard of, now resale has become a mainstream form of ways goods are consumed. We are extremely fortunate and grateful to have been able to share the gift of resale for over four decades, and look forward to continuing to do so for many years to come.

Pictured, left to right: Bengee (Dolores’ dog), Janet (beloved employee), Dolores (founder), Andrea (beloved manager), Deanne (Dolores’ daughter/owner & operator)