I wandered into Indigo Octopus while killing time and I'm so happy I did. The store design…read moreminimalist chic but still fun and approachable. The staff were so friendly and helpful. I felt welcomed from the second I walked in. I would say the clothes are hip, but in a range of casual to somewhat dressy. They have everything from chunky cashmere sweaters to shimmer and lace bodysuits. I found a gorgeous necklace that I'm obsessed with and I'm not even a necklace (or silver) person. Some of my favorite boutiques have closed recently, but I'm so excited to find a new one and cannot wait to return.

Something is really wrong with one of the employees. Angriest person I've ever met, actually…read morehateful. Great selectionary of clothes but scared of this employee.

Union Market has been a highlight of my DC trip! Such an awesome little space with tons of…read moreexcellent food vendors to choose from. We decided to do our own little food tour within the market and sample some bites from a few stalls. We tried: 1. Masala dosa from Sambar & Spice. This may have been one of the best dosas I've ever had, and I'm not exaggerating. So epic! A must try, 2. Chicken dumplings from Laobun - soft, freshly prepared and melt in your mouth good. Also affordable! 3. Fish tacos from the famous seafood spot. These were sadly my least favorite item on our little food tour, the slaw was overpowering but if removed the pan seared fish was flavorless. 4. Wrapped up with some matcha and iced coffee - can't go wrong with those. Enjoyed browsing the little artisan stalls as well. An amazing stop on my trip to DC!

We came on a rainy Saturday morning. There was a good crowd but lines moved pretty quick. There was…read moreplenty of seating, even for a group of seven. I tried two restaurants, one Hawaiian/Filipino and the other Vietnamese. They were both delicious and no notes. I wish I had more time to explore this place because my first impression was so positive! I definitely plan on coming back when in the area!

Gorgeous plant nursery with very friendly and helpful staff!! They had some of the most beautiful…read morebegonias I've ever seen! The staff can also help answer questions about growing conditions / optimal shade etc. They have a beautiful variety -- everything from indoor houseplants to herbs to vegetables to trees! Definitely worth stopping by

We were on our way to a youth baseball game and passed by this adorable Urban Farm and couldn't…read moreresist stopping in. This place is filled with beautiful photo opportunities, amazing varieties of pumpkins and squash, bins of fresh apples of at least a dozen varieties, super friendly staff, and even a fun craft goods and clothing store tucked in the middle. There's fresh cider, apple butter, delicious fresh apple donuts, and lots of traditional fall goodies displayed in postcard-perfect scenes. We saw lots of families with adorable wagons with kids, holding their treasured pumpkins or produce of choice...just a perfect easy stop for fall fun and stunning colors, worth a trip for sure!

Amazing service with knowledgeable and friendly staff. Most…read morefarm stands don't have as much staff available to help. They had the coolest pumpkins with descriptions for all species. Lots of activities for kids as well. A little farm store inside and lots of plants available as well!

This garden shop hasn't slowed down in spite of the chilier temperatures, and we wanted to get a…read morecouple of fall flowers to brighten up the kitchen fa family room. The majority of the flowers on display were the fall Chrysanthemum 9" mums. There were all kinds of assortments of those mums. I did notice some nice Montauk daisies that have still yet to bloom. I ended-up getting the Basil Everleaf Genovese plant and some awesome purple Petunias. There were a lot of leftover pumpkins and other fall stuff that were listed on sale as well. I wonder if this garden center sells Christmas trees, because I didn't notice too many things related to the Christmas holiday. This is a great garden and flower shop and it almost reminds me of my very first job at a flower shop when I was 12.

I have always heard of Tysons Corner, the good and the bad. I just never really had a reason or the…read moretime to come out this way to visit this shopping center. However, on a recent trip coming back home, I made my way here to kill some time as I had the day off from work. First things first, what a nightmare to find a parking spot and to not get run over by traversing the parking area. I thought I had gone the wrong way at one point to find a spot. And when I did find a spot I was confused and thought I had to pay to park. I wish it were just easily marked on where to go here. Once parked, I found my way inside and just meandered around the space. Popping in an out of stores as I saw appealing. They really do have a ton of selections here. Huge amount of time can be lost here if you are on a time crunch. I was in no rush, so I wandered around until I had my fill of the space. My suggestion to you. Come early in the morning, you will definitely be able to get in and out of each store you need to with ample time. Less hassle in the parking lot. And less hassle walking between stores. Or, if you are up for it, travel here by Metro.

We visit Tysons Corner once a year. It's located in a busy area of Virginia. Its close proximity to…read moreDC and a nearby metro station make it an ideal location for tourists who want to go shopping in a relatively safe area. It's ever changing as many stores have come and gone. Nevertheless, this is my favorite mall to visit when we make our annual trip to DC. Tysons Corner is located in Tysons, Virginia. The parking structure is very busy and somewhat chaotic. It doesn't have the best layout and there's a lot of confusion as people maneuver through the structure. We bypass this situation by parking on the upper level. Tysons Corner is an incredibly busy mall that never seems to be empty, regardless of the time of day that you visit. This is a three story indoor shopping mall that caters to customers who want to spend serious money. They have your typical stores like Old Navy and Journeys. But then, you'll find Cartier, Louis Vuitton, and Rolex. So, there's something for everyone! Their food court section on the top level near the movie theater has seen better days. It's outdated and hidden away from the rest of the mall. All of the other eateries on the 1st and 2nd levels are pretty nice. They have restaurants like Seasons 52 and Cheesecake Factory that you'd typically find at many of the larger malls. They also have some pop up eateries in the center of the shopping center. I love coming to Tysons Corner. I am still bummed about LL Bean leaving this mall. but I still love this mall. Some stores have moved to different locations within the mall, so make sure that you check the updated directory. The best times to visit Tysons Corner are either early in the morning or about an hour before closing. If you want to get some shopping done while in the area, Tysons Corner is the place for you!