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We're committed to creating and maintaining long-term and mutually beneficial relationships with the artisans and families who create our products. For over 30 years we have handpicked and imported, without any middlemen, everything from colorful batiks and tie-dyes to alluring gemstone jewelry, bohemian skirts and tops, and Eastern-inspired dcor.

We are honored to share their talents and traditions with you. I love this store! I have purchased many different things like silk curtains, a number of the tie dyed dresses and tunics. It is always fun to browse through the new items and also to check out sales. Shipping was as stated and I had no need to speak to anyone.
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That's all it took to launch Mexicali Blues back in 1988. What started with a breezy road trip and one tiny storefront in Portland, Maine, has since grown into five shops, an online retail and social hub, and our very own brand of unique and adventurous clothing, jewelry, and gifts. We believe in responsibly importing eclectic goods that you won't find anyplace else.
A wide selection of avant garde men's clothing, from colorful men's tie dye pants to men's tie dye hoodies, as well as all kinds of internationally inspired men's boho clothing from all over the world.

From the classic Thai Fisherman's Pants to the timeless Mexican Baja Hoodies, Indonesian batik party shirts to groovy graphic tees, funky dress shirts from India to our large selection of Grateful Dead merchandise, we have everything under the sun from groovy guy gifts to Deadhead outfits and everything in between.
What kind of dress should you wear to a party? What dress should you wear to dinner? Any dress, it's all about being comfortable and feeling good. If you want to look good too, check out our line of dresses from all over the globe. Thai tie dye dresses, Indonesian batik dresses, Indian block print dresses, beautiful printed dresses, wrap dresses, flare dresses, festival dresses, and more.
Are you ready for sweater weather? We have an assortment of cozy boho layers that will help you stay warm while looking cool. Which hand knit Peruvian alpaca sweater will you choose? The roll neck alpaca sweater, the hooded alpaca sweater, the striped alpaca sweater, or the kids alpaca sweater for the little hippie in your life, they're all perfect bohemian sweater staples.
Whether you're catching some sun in your backyard, or going on a winter expedition, we've got your head covered. Show your dead head dedication with our large selection of Grateful Dead baseball hats, or keep your ears warm with a Grateful Dead beanie. If you're looking for real warmth look no further than our made in Nepal fleece lined wool hats.
Reviews (24)
Heidi Ridley
Heidi Ridley
Oct 17, 2021
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Best one yet out of all of them, but they are all amazing. I suggest going to all of them
Kristin Murphy
Kristin Murphy
Aug 29, 2021
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I just have to say that the staff here are all always so sweet and professional. I work in town and have visited this location often and they are always 💯. Great job guys!
Lumine Reynolds
Lumine Reynolds
Aug 20, 2021
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I had a wonderful time here! I had just gone to a metaphysical store before this, and the staff here showed lots of interest in the items I bought. The prices are great! Along with the vibes. The store smelled amazing, and I will be going back if I return to maine!
Andrea Berry
Andrea Berry
Apr 23, 2021
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Incredible apparel, reasonable jewelry and great work staff! You gotta love that they give 1% of their sales to charity.
Auroraborialis
Auroraborialis
Apr 18, 2021
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Love their selection of skirts and unique clothing. Their jewelry is very nice as well. I buy at least 3 things from there each time I go.
Dan Deloge
Dan Deloge
Jul 02, 2020
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Always a fun trip. Even with wider aisles, I imagine for safety, this store never disappoints.
Mark Gallagher
Mark Gallagher
Jun 24, 2020
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Love Mexicali Blues!!! If you're looking for clothing or home decor items that are new and different, this is the place for you. The staff is amazingly friendly and Always ready to help you. Treat yourself to something"off the beaten path".....you Won't regret it!
Cassidy Ferguson
Cassidy Ferguson
Jun 17, 2020
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We make the drive from auburn just to visit this location. beautiful selection of items, but it’s mexicali, what else would you expect? all of the employees are so wonderful and friendly, but the blond gentleman always goes above and beyond and is just so kind! love love love you guys!
Adam C.
Adam C.
Jun 14, 2020
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My girlfriend and I live in a small basement apartment in Queens. Mexicali Blues has the perfect accoutrements to style it up. Beautiful handmade one of a kind curtains, painted porcelain cabinet knobs, beautiful clothes. We emailed back and forth a few times - great communication and fast shipping. Continued returning customer. NFA!
Jenna S.
Jenna S.
Jan 31, 2020
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We love this store. Clothing choice always excellent. As far as customer service the cashier/ clerk was one of the most unpleasant people I've seen this week. I get that everyone has a bad day, it's just good to leave it at home.
Ellen George
Ellen George
Oct 30, 2019
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Placed an order with them online and they were extremely attentive to my requests. I ordered curtains and requested a specific color and they went above and beyond making sure the curtains I received matched! The items were very nice quality and they look fantastic together! I'm so excited to add these to my room!
Mallory Thibeault
Mallory Thibeault
Sep 28, 2019
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Have a wide selection of floral pattered/hippy/grunge clothing!
They also sell jewelry, curtains, hooks to hang things on, and bed spreads. Beautiful place, the incense is a bit strong at some points, but is easy to get used to. A bit pricy, but worth it for the quality.
Katherine F.
Katherine F.
Aug 31, 2018
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I love their selections of clothing and jewelry. I had an issue with one of the rings that I bought and their customer service to resolve this issue was amazing! Thank you Maria for all your help! I also loved my experience in their store. Their staff was extremely helpful when I was picking out my rings! Fantastic store that does business the right way!
Liv N.
Liv N.
Jun 07, 2018
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Forever my favorite clothing store I could spend hours, and have, going between the Portland shops trying to figure out what NOT to buy rather than TO buy because I love everything so much
Gretchen D.
Gretchen D.
Dec 28, 2017
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Just love Mexicali Blues! The clothes, the home goods, the accessories and the yummy smell! But the young women who work at each of these stores are just so unfriendly!!!
Carl N.
Carl N.
Aug 15, 2017
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3.5 stars. Not bad. I prefer going to the countries myself and getting the items for cheaper :) . Just kidding, the people who work here are generally nice enough and it has a unique environment.
Jerrod B.
Jerrod B.
Apr 05, 2016
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Quaint lil 60's shop, in the old port. Filled with light, free spirited apparel, and great incense and good prices. I miss Portland
Shanzey A.
Shanzey A.
Mar 26, 2016
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A store full of white people buying chooriyan and bindis and countless other items from other cultures in the name of capitalism. The store is a great example of cultural appropriation.
Steff D.
Steff D.
Apr 23, 2015
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Mexicali Blues offers "clothing that fits your mind, jewelry to accent your life". One of the most appropriate slogans for a local businesses, if you ask me! If you're looking for articles of clothing taken right out of the 1970's or music festivals that span generations, anything considered hippie or bohemian, or beach wear that ranges from sarongs to baja hoodies... you're going to find it here along with a unique selection of Eastern-inspired jewelry and home accessories.

I would love if my house was filled with nothing but their brightly colored tapestries, incense
Ashley B.
Ashley B.
Nov 13, 2014
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What a cute little store! Mexicali offers affordable jewelry and bohemian gifts. Fun store and the staff is super friendly.
Salinda N.
Salinda N.
Oct 29, 2014
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I love everything at Mexicali Blues. I could probably stay in the shop for hours just looking at everything. Really pretty jewelry and staff is always nice.
K. L.
K. L.
Sep 08, 2014
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I like this place but it was hard finding Mens Tie Dyes,It was mostly Womens on display. I had to look really hard to find a Peace Tie Dye on a lower rack at ground level.Suggestion to the owners have an equal amount of Mens Tie Dye on display in your Portland shop then you do now.It would make a big difference for Men shopping in your store.Peace
Crys S.
Crys S.
Jul 10, 2014
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It must be said up front that this store has been around long as I can recall and I'm 30.

As I've said in other reviews, Maine is a place where quality is highly prized. Be that quality service, quality staff who provide those services, or quality products. If you provide 2 or even all 3 of these, you assure yourself a long and profitable business life.

Mexicali has always had good people on staff. I don't know that I've ever been treated poorly by a staff member here. They are happy to help, offer advice, and tell you what sales are to be enjoyed that day. They don&apos
Frannie Z.
Frannie Z.
Mar 24, 2012
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Wow, did I feel like I was in another place when I walked into Mexicali Blues. It is very much like a store that is a bit more local to me called Ganesh. Turns out, after chatting with some of the employees, the two owners are friends and go on buying trips together. Well, lemme say, they both have good taste.

You can buy quite an assortment of good here from clothing to jewelry to house items like pillows, blankets and cabinet knobs. It's a great place to putz and they have a lot of space in which to do so.

A great place to stop when visiting Portland!