Review date: May 17, 2025
Spencer's
Address: 1950 E 20th St, Chico, CA 95928, United States
Coordinates: 39.7289393, -121.8055465
Review
Walking into Spencer’s Gifts as an adult felt like stepping into a time machine one powered by lava lamps, blacklight posters, and just enough inappropriate gag gifts to make me feel like I was 14 again and sneaking in when my mom wasn’t looking. As a kid, this store was the holy grail of rebellion: loud, weird, and full of things that made you giggle uncontrollably or raise your eyebrows so high they nearly left your forehead.
Fast forward to now, and honestly? Not much has changed and that’s a beautiful thing. It’s still got that edgy, irreverent vibe, like the cool cousin of the mall that’s too wild for Hallmark and too funny for Hot Topic. I found everything from nostalgic band tees to hilariously inappropriate coffee mugs, plus a wall of novelty lights that made my inner teenager scream with joy.
The staff didn’t hover but were super chill and ready to help when I had questions. Prices were what you’d expectsome stuff’s a steal, others are more “this is worth it for the laugh.” Overall, it was comforting to know that in a world where everything changes, Spencer’s still knows how to keep it weird. And I’m here for it.