August 14th in Seal Beach History

 On this date in 1975, Rix Rack Sportswear placed a Back-To-School ad ran in the Long Beach Independent.

Rix Rack reminded readers that “It’s time to get ready for the school days ahead… From the foxiest, funkiest fashion… to all the wild groovy accessories.”  Use your BankAmericard or Master Charge!

Rix Rack was a clothing store chain that operated during the sixties and the seventies with several locations in Southern California, including one at 12447 Seal Beach Boulevard in the Rossmoor Center.

– Michael Dobkins


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2 responses to “August 14th in Seal Beach History”

  1. Charlene Campanaro (west) Avatar
    Charlene Campanaro (west)

    just walked down memory lane. I worked during high school at rix rack seal beach as a stock girl, rossmoor center location. I had such a a gorgeous wardrobe, bell bottoms and all. I am thankful for this opportunity to post. I am 72 years old now

    1. Michael Dobkins Avatar
      Michael Dobkins

      Thanks for sharing, Charlene. Taking folks down memory lane is a good part of why do this.

      Take care,
      mpd

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