Vintage Marketplace whisks shoppers off on an adventure as they walk through the doors. Filled with…read morefashionable garments and trinkets with a vintage flare, I felt like I was browsing through rooms of European merchandise. Each area is categorized by color: blues to the right, browns and whites straight ahead, violets in the back of the store. Open doorways weave in and out of the dividing wall, allowing customers to float freely from continent to continent... er... section to section. Beautiful, plush scarves caught my eye, as well as some of the old writing table decorations. One room in the back was filled with an assortment of accessories, like jewelry, hair barrettes, and hats. Incredibly well organized, this shop is like strolling through a fashion museum. Prices were a little higher than expected, and although there were two salesladies in the store, neither of them acknowledged that I was there. That bumped Vintage Marketplace down to three stars. I'd still stop back for a browse though. The window display changes frequently (and, in my opinion, is the most elaborate in Hyde Park), so something new will likely draw me in again.

This place has some really nice things. The one thing I DID NOT like was being followed around the…read morestore. When I walked in the salesperson was behind the counter, but each room I went in to, she followed me. I ended up spending over $300.00 and I will return, but hopefully they will show respect to all their customers no matter what they look like.

During the Montgomery Holiday Open House, Downtown Girl was one of my must-sees on my list…read more Unfortunately, I was delayed by a massive traffic incident and most of the shops were closing by the time I reached town. I stopped by Downtown Girl just as Ute (pronounced oo-tah, she's German) and her husband Tom were closing up. I told them my story and they insisted I come in for some shopping. With a flip of the switch, the lights were on and music was playing. Downtown Girl carries all sorts of accessories for the feminine urbanite: from Fleur-de-Lis necklaces to soft, furry scarves, bright handbags, and intricate jewelery. If you're looking for a statement fashion piece, you will find it here. Everything sold in Downtown Girl is hand-selected by Ute. You'll definitely be getting a one-of-a-kind accessory and for a very reasonable price. I purchased several glass nailfiles as gifts for my best girlfriends. Ute provided wrapping for each individual item, complete with bright violet tissue paper, a filigree gift bag, and a sticker with her shop's logo. All my gifting needs were cared for under one roof. Downtown Girl has been in Montgomery for the past seven years. Recently, Ute expanded to the building next door, creating a sister shop: Uptown Girl, which carries clothing and posh accessories. http://www.yelp.com/biz/utes-uptown-girl-cincinnati Both Ute and Tom were the most friendly, genuine store owners. They even walked me to my car after locking up the store (again) to make sure I was safe. Now that's compassionate service!

Soho? Noho? Nah, just Boho…read more There is a more subdued vibe in the Downtown Girl location compared to the Uptown Girl shop. The colors are muted, the apparel is understated and the jewelry looks more organic with lots of beads, natural stone and ceramic pieces. It's much more Serena than Blair. But oh my gosh, they have some to-die-for knits here! Do you ever find yourself watching a well-styled movie or TV show and you're thinking, "that's the outfit I want! It's so effortless and chic." This is exactly the place where you will find those effortless and chic looks. I'd head back in here before sweater season officially arrives to find some truly unique items.

This is one of my happy, browsing, touching fabrics, loving the merchandise, places. It's like a…read morereally cool boutique that you wander through to avoid the mid-day sun while on vacation.

I have been to this store 3 times in the last month, the sales associates are EXTREMELY rude and…read moredon't even acknowledge me. I went next door to Gucci and they couldn't be more welcoming and kind. Never shopping at Anthropology again.

This is the fancy mall experience -- when on one side of the mall you feel like you are being…read morewatched and judged - I am just walking the mall - I don't want any Gucci, Louis V, or Tiffany but if I window shop I shouldn't be looked at crazy. This is the last mall in the area that is still full of shops - tons of parking including some which is paid. A bustling food court and tons of one-off options. There are so many stores here for people of all budgets.

I've only been here once and in the middle of the week, so I'm sure my experience here was a bit…read moremore chill than that of your typical weekend mall warrior, but it was a good experience overall. They had your typical mall establishments like A&F, Bath & Body, Macy's, Nordstrom, Apple, etc., but I was also pleasantly surprised to find a few stores that I know to be a bit more "rare," like a Capital One Cafe and Free People and some really high-end stores like Gucci and Louis Vuitton. While I didn't eat, the food hall was pretty big and included options like Chipotle, Chick- Fil -A, and Sbarro. You could also find the mall snack staples like Auntie Anne's and Cinnabon. It is two floors with a somewhat awkward layout, so the directories scattered throughout were helpful. The bathroom I went to wasn't the cleanest, but it wasn't terrible. There's seven different entrances, plenty of parking surrounding it including a parking garage, and there was security present. I would chalk this mall up to being rather typical.

First time adventuring into the store It gave such a calming vibe love the decor and the calming…read moresmell. The service was great from just checking out products to checking out at the register super friendly. The selection was nice I seen quite a few pieces I was interested in. The value is not bad I did find a new perfume I'm super excited to see how long it last for the value It was a pretty good deal It was $28 for a lotion body mist and perfume.

I was traveling through the area on my way to Cincinnati from Columbus and desperately needed a…read moredress for an event the next day. I stopped by Kenwood Towne Center to try my luck and Altar'd State is one of the shops I checked out. They definitely have a boho-like style, which isn't necessarily my thing, but they did have some individual items that I would wear. I ultimately did find a dress and while I wasn't obsessed with it, it fit really nicely, which for me can be hard to find. It ended up being about $90. The staff were hit or miss, one lady was absolutely lovely, while another clearly didn't want to be working that day. As for the store itself, it was very organized and their aesthetic was visible all throughout. I'm not sure if this is a store I would find myself shopping at time and time again, but that's just my preference. Overall, it's a nice shop.

Last weekend my cousin and I made reservations at the newest nail salon and bar in the kenwood…read morearea. The first that made this a must visit is that it is another black owned business in Cincinnati. We walked in and we were warmly greeted by all of the staff! Since the opening was just the week prior they were still unloading products but none the less they were ready to service us. I received a regular pedicure and my cousin received the jelly pedicure. The ambiance was cute, feminine and classy. The decor was super cute as well! In addition, they have a full service bar/lounge. And the music was a nice mix of current hits and throwbacks. The only things I could say that need improvement is having a service list posted or on hand that the techs can give to customers. If i has known there was a jelly pedicure option I would have gotten it. In addition, during my pedicure the water started to get cold just because they don't have bowls that have massage jets to keep the water circulating. Other than that no complaints! The techs are all nice and they take their time unlike other nail salons where they rush you out. I will be returning for sure!

From the owner: Locally and woman owned, Lemons and Limes Boutique has a collection of well known and new brands…read more Specializing in home, gift, beauty, apparel and more.

Great items and great prices. Didn't know much about this place. A friend of ours suggested it and…read moreI was very impressed.

I went to a DFW pop-up shop in the Cleveland area and loved it. So while visiting Cincinnati this…read moreweekend, I was excited to see that there's a permanent store location for this great concept. It's like TJ Maxx, but cheaper. The clothes brands are predominantly Express and Alter'd State... So if you buy those brands at full retail prices, which I often do, then this is your spot! This place is five stars in the discount/bargain hunter category, so take it for what it is. It's definitely not fancy and you may have to pick through the stuff... but if you're paying $4 for an item that started at $90, you really can't complain. Items have original tags and are clean and undamaged. They have fitting rooms and a strict no-refunds policy. Check it out if you're in the area and love a good deal! You won't be disappointed.

The clothes here are super cute and as the name suggests high quality. They can, however, be a bit…read morespendy with the average dress costing $100-150 and nice blouse or sweater in the $60-80 range. The service is usually very good and they often have a decent sales rack in the back.