I've followed Arielle Shoshana for years on social media and a work trip gave me the chance to finally visit in person. If you're in the DMV area make sure to stop in! The moment you walk into the store the vibe is immediately welcoming. The staff greet you and allow you the chance to work your way around the store independently or guided if you ask for additional assistance. I love when fragrance shops are set up in a way that I as the patron have the ability to just explore without having to ask at a counter, so this is a HUGE plus for me. They have an amazing range of niche perfume, many brands that I had never heard of. I really enjoy having the chance to try out a new brand and get a feel for their curated scent experience. The shop itself is also really well decorated and put together. Each area is labeled with a scent category like "woody, green, gourmand, etc..." which made the experience even better. Stop in, explore the smell goods, and buy a new bottle of perfume (I definitely did!). read more

Arielle Shoshana - Perfume Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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I saw Arielle Shoshana fragrance shop all over my instagram was the ONLY one in the DC MD VA area. Arielle Shoshana has an incredible selection of unique fragrances that you won't come across at your typical store and they are organized in a way of a journey. If you're someone who enjoys wearing scents that stand out from the crowd, this is the place to visit the experience felt personal, and I never felt rushed while exploring all the different fragrance styles. I'm always given a lot of freedom in the shop to explore. i found on my own and one suggestion from the staff, I feel like I'm a regular here now! read more

This is strictly for my online experience as I have yet to have the privilege of visiting the physical store. I was on the hunt for an illusive fragrance, and when I emailed customer service for help they QUICKLY solved my olfactory emergency! (No literally they answered the email within minutes of me sending it and on a Saturday no less) So I've had people try to match this fragrance for me in person and sight unseen (or scent unsniffed) the staff here got closer than anyone else ever had!! I couldn't believe it! I also love how if you order online, you get samples of your fragrances so you dont have to open the bottom and compromise your return, in the event you are dissatisfied. Anyway I've sinced ordered numerous times and have always been beyond thrilled!! read more

I love this store in the heart of the Mosaic District! To be honest, prior to visiting this store, I did not know much about fragrances - but I'm starting to learn more! It's definitely as advertised - a perfume playground. It's really fun to try the different scent and scent families around the store. The scent I went home with (Tokyo Nights) was unlike any other perfume I've tried and liked before, but I just could not get it off my mind! I love the little touches in the store - like Polaroid shots of the first customers of a particular perfume. When I decided to buy Tokyo Nights they were actually out of it and e-mailed me when it was back in stock. I was super excited to pick it up and get a few samples with it. I'll definitely be back! read more

I am so thrilled with my experience ordering online from Arielle Shoshana! They shipped my perfume within hours, they included all the samples I requested, even the backup one I mentioned just in case any of my first 3 were out of stock, that was so kind of them to give me an extra! There was no issue fulfilling my order even though my shipping address is different than my billing address which has been an issue with another frag boutique that automatically cancels orders like that. Regarding that other boutique, I had a great experience in person when visiting Portland, but I had issues with my online order going through and once I got that worked out they didn't include the samples that were promised. So the next time I was ready to order a niche perfume I had sampled at that shop, I found it at Ariel Shoshana's website and ordered from there and so glad I did! I have a new favorite niche fragrance shop! I will absolutely be ordering more in the future and perfume collectors purchases can really add up! If you are a business owner, be like Arielle Shoshana, don't be like the one in Portland when it comes to your online order fulfillment! read more

It's a very beautiful store, with a lot of aroma when you walk in. I loved how they had arranged the perfumes based on the scents like floral or beachy. I loved how they also displayed pictures of staff who had a favorite perfume. I also liked how on the back of the tester perfumes, there was a label with the scents! It's a beautiful store! read more

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This is one of my happy places -- even more so now after their recent relocation to Old Town Alexandria. Such a lovely store, with more space, yet still a cozy and welcoming place. Arielle is always patient and kind; honestly everyone is always gracious and helpful. Their selection is so outstanding that repeat trips are necessary to fully experience what's on offer. Already looking forward to my next visit! read more

If you are a fragrance lover, you have to visit this store! Actually, just visit it even if you aren't a fragrance lover or if you are just looking for a unique scent as a gift for someone else. The store came across my Tik Tok timeline and I had to make sure I visited right away because I cannot turn down a good fragrance experience. As a reference, the store is located in the direction of Shake Shack on the opposite side of street (near Bartaco). This is for the people who easily get turned around like myself. LOL I loved that all of the fragrances are separated according to the type of scent (florals, oud, etc). If you have a certain scent preference, you can immediately go to what you are looking for. I also love that each bottle has the fragrance notes on the back. I've been spending more time lately getting familiar with notes so I had a great time sniffing everything! The employee who helped me was so nice and kind and I'm really sorry that I did not get her name! She asked me about the fragrances I plan to wear for the fall and suggested some scents. She also gave me so many samples that I was just in awe! I purchased their signature fragrance sample set. And when I tell you that I am IN LOVE with one of the scents....I am literally stalking the website for a restock! I also found another scent that I love and plan to order in the future. Overall, this was such a pleasant fragrance shopping experience. You can tell that they really value their work and customers. I plan to return soon! read more

Arielle Shoshana - Perfume Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

very nice fragrances i shop there all of the time my favorite fragrance store. i have bought over 50 products from there over the years

Although I have not stepped foot into this store I found this little gem online/Instagram. Arielle is lovely and knowledgeable. I've ordered a few times and got both times handwritten notes and fragrance samples and etc. I was looking for some interesting candles due to the fact for the last few months we had to "shelter in place" and living up in Western, NY State and Spring does not really come. It's Winter.. than warm. Ok onward... She has so many interesting things, some niche brands from England, France the states and more. This far she seems to be the only place that has Ormonde Jayne Candles.. especially Champaca what a joy. (This is a London, England based company) also I found Nomad Noe, DS & Durga, Boy Smells and more. I'm also considering trying London by Gallivant also a niche brand. I will tell you this their Instagram presence is great and she's been doing some Instagram Live with a lot of the owners of these brands a plus to get to know the creative forces behind them & how they started. If you want something different, special and something others won't have give them a whirl. Sure it's $$$ but the CS is excellent. Not sure when I'll be in the area but I'll be sure to order from their online platform. read more

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A fraghead's dream. Nestled in the Mosaic District (shopping and dining strip out Fairfax, VA), AS is a small fragrance boutique shop that offers niche fragrances categorized by scent families with notes and prices on the back or bottom of bottles AND great customer service by Arielle herself to boot! I've been wanting to visit, but could never find time. I finally took myself as a birthday treat and it was everything I could imagine (a week day morning I had the store to myself). I sniffed my heart out and Arielle was available for any questions and feedback- super helpful and not judgemental;not a fragrance snob, thankfully! She assisted in the best way like a true fragrance lover... asking the right questions to help me narrow my focus--never overbearing. AS carries niche brands including Vilhelm, DS&Durga, MFK, Juliet Has A Gun, Lab on Fire, Gallivant, Olfactive Studios and more. I didn't know I taking to Arielle herself until the end is my visit. I want to go back and purchase another bottle just because my experience was great. After using my sense of smell exhaustively, there were restaurants and ice cream shops in walking distance for a quick bite to eat. Thank you so much Arielle for bringing (niche) fragrances to the masses! read more

Arielle Shoshana - Frag head dreams - Perfume Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I had the most wonderful time at Arielle Shoshana yesterday! Like others, I learned about the store via TikTok and decided to make the +1 hour trip to visit...completely worth it. The store is so intuitive and effective, setting up perfumes by different kind of scent families i.e. Citrus, Spicy, Floral, Undefinable, and then listing the individual perfume's notes on the bottle so you can identify exactly what you like about the scent. I was so excited to smell all the niche viral perfumes I'd seen online (MFK, Vilhelm Parfumerie, Liis, Imaginary Authors) without having to blind buy or pay crazy amounts for discovery sets. What truly made my experience was the customer service. Perfume is a commitment and an investment for me, and at no time did I feel rushed or pressured. Katri was so kind and patient as I smelled what felt like every perfume in the store. When I asked for a recommendation for cardamon-based perfume, she pulled a variety of options for me including what might be a new favorite. And when I couldn't make up my mind, she provided three generous samples for me to think about. I didn't buy a full bottle, but I had such a lovely time you can be sure that once I spend some time with my samples I will be making a return trip! read more

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Ordered "The Long Weekend" sample set and was so excited to try these fragrances. Unfortunately, the bottles or nozzles are faulty. 3 of the 4 fragrance samples did not dispense at all, and the 4th one dribbled down the side of the vial in a liquid, not a spray. I'm so disappointed at wasting $55 on these samples only to not be able to use them properly. This was my first order from Arielle Shoshana and I will steer clear of them in the future. read more

I was delighted with my first purchase from Arielle Shoshana. Connecting with Arielle was a pleasure; her extensive knowledge of scents and the time she took to explain the products made for an excellent and intimate experience. read more

Incredibly unique, well-arranged selection and a beautiful store that itself always smells nice, not chemically overpowering like a department store. read more

If you're looking for a new perfume this is definitely your next stop! Everything is organized by scent profile so it's easy to know what scent family you're taking a look at while inside. When the weather is nice there's a sample bottle outside the door to sniff and since I work in the same district it's honestly one of my favorite little parts of the day to see what they have outside on my lunch breaks. Everyone is incredible there, and Katri always manages to give me samples that I absolutely fall in love with! read more

Arielle Shoshana - A couple of my faves I've gotten here! - Perfume Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I knew this store because a got a perfume sample (Baccarat Rouge 540) from one of my client who is currently working here. The sample is out so here I am, I could spend the whole afternoon here and not get bored! Spent a while chatting here. Amazing ambiance and atmosphere. I was assisted by a lady (i wish I could know her name), she was very helpful and patient. Nonetheless, I left with my new found love. Their earning points program is good. Definitely be back! read more

Arielle Shoshana - My favorite so far - Perfume Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I found this place on tiktok and I was thrilled that it's actually close to us and not in New York City. I love perfume, I'm a fan of smelling good. There are a bunch of fragrances I have wanted to try for a long time but none that I could ever purchase because they're too expensive to blind buy. This place has every niche fragrance I have wanted to try and then some. The staff is super nice and helpful and will make you samples of whatever you want. I'm a big fan! read more

Arielle Shoshana - Perfume Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I bookmarked this place awhile ago as I was intrigued by the concept of a niche fragrance boutique. Let me say this place lives up to the concept and then some! First of all the design and setup is so nice. The store has a very clean and minimal feel so you can really focus on the fragrances. Also all of the perfume is organized by category, e.g. fruity, sweet, spicy, etc., which is sooo helpful. The perfumes themselves are just gorgeous, unique yet beautiful. I found that if I liked one perfume in a category I liked them all for the most part! The only perfumes I didn't like were those in the "scent categories" that generally never appeal to me in any store. There are so many options and everyone is unique so this is a great place to get a truly signature scent. The people in the shop really know their products and you can tell they are passionate about what they do. Also almost all of the scents could be worn as unisex if you desired which is very cool. All in all a great place to take your S.O. to buy you a gift for a special occasion! read more

The only store I'll buy my Baccarat rouge 540. Fresh Fresh Fresh..... fabulous customer service and hand written notes come with every order. Love this store read more

I haven't stopped raving about this store to my friends (absolutely not sponsored, just a huge fan) because it's seriously a one-of-a-kind store in the DMV area and something I didn't know I was missing in my life until I stopped by. If you're already a perfume lover or just stepping your toes into the world of scents, this place is a must-visit. There's something to smell for everyone! The store itself is simple and clean with perfumes lining the walls, but I could (and have) spent hours in here smelling everything since they carry scents you normally can't find at big department stores. Arielle, the owner of the store, is so kind and gracious. You can just tell she's so passionate about her store and super knowledgable about perfumes in general - her suggestions are on point. I've never felt rushed in this store or pressured that I need to buy something; if you're like me and feel awkward when salespeople at Nordstrom or Sephora keep asking you if they can help - this store is the exact opposite experience. I seriously can't recommend stopping by enough! The store is always coming out with new fragrances and there's always something exciting to sniff. I can't wait to go back soon! read more

My favorite boutique in Mosaic. The fragrances are unique and Arielle truly has a passion for creating or sourcing them. She will also help you find something that fits your personality or mood, she helped me pick a gift for my then fiancée which she wore to our wedding. It's also worth noting that all fragrances are unisex, so no distinction for cologne or perfume. I could spend hours just smelling everything, it's intoxicating. read more

Wow! Great customer service and selection! The staff here is wonderful. Will definitely be back.

I just really love this store! Whether you are a perfume enthusiast or use it occasionally, I highly recommend getting your fragrances from here. They have unique fragrances that you will not find in a department store, and literally everything smells good! Customer service is exceptional. I've been here a few times, picking up fragrances for myself and as gifts. They do nice gift packaging as well. read more

Visiting this store was the highlight of my trip back East! Fragrances are grouped by type (floral, spicy, fruity, etc.), and the owner is highly knowledgeable about all the products. A must see for any fragrance lovers in the VA/DC area. read more

I stopped in here with my boyfriend to purchase a new perfume as an anniversary present. This unique little shop offers hands down the best perfume buying experience you could ask for. The fragrances are categorized by scent notes, which is extremely helpful in weeding out what you like and don't like easily. As others have mentioned, it's a very low pressure environment, and I felt very comfortable in taking my time to sniff everything to find my perfect scent. Arielle is very sweet and is accommodating in making suggestions or answering questions if need be. The perfumes are unique and high quality, making them well worth the price. I highly recommend this boutique. I'm extremely happy with my new scent and will definitely be back in the future! read more

I was gifted a perfume from Arielle Shoshana. I love it so much! I have also been in the store and it is clear the women who run the shop truly love what they do and want you to have a great experience. They did a great job of matching me to the perfect scent! read more

I was looking for a new scent to go beyond what you normally find in malls. My husband and I stopped in and the ladies inside were very helpful and patient! They really knew their scents and helped us find a scent I really loved! They also gave us some samples of some other perfumes to try out. Everything inside is organized by main scent profile. Overall we had great experience and am excited for my next trip in! read more

My favorite shop in the Mosaic District! They carry an amazing selection of fragrance - seriously everything here smells good. Aside from that, the ladies who work here are incredibly kind and thoughtful. They are super helpful without being pushy at all, and make shopping here such an enjoyable experience. Definitely a place to check out! read more

The customer service at Arielle Shoshonna was amazing. Katri was welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable about the perfume industry. She told us all about the different brands' history, the various notes, and similar perfumes with comparable scents. She told us all this while attending to multiple customers simultaneously. Katri made the shopping experience very fun and enjoyable. The store was light and airy, and their categorization system made it easy to find the fragrance I was looking for. read more

I have not visited this store in person, however I found it online. The customer service was amazing, and I received my perfume very promptly. The package came with a handwritten note and multiple perfume samples. It was a great experience, and I will definitely be ordering from them again! read more

What a fabulous find with this little shop! The staff is amazing, they were top notch in assisting me with my order that was delayed. Not too many places sell the perfume I wear, but this shop does. I received my very special bottle of perfume, and.... Several samples of other rare fragrances they offer in their boutique. They also included a personalized, hand written thank note ! I will definitely continue doing business with this boutique, and even though I could buy my perfume from Neiman Marcus, I love the personalized customer service i received here. If your in search of a rare or unique fragrance, I highly recommend trying this store. The manager was extremely helpful and very accommodating to my situation. read more

What a delightful visit to this beautiful boutique that has the most exceptional service. My first visit was a couple of years ago and I was not at all familiar with any of the brands sold here. I'm so happy to have stumbled on it and today's visit was my first venture into a store (grocery and home repair aside) since the start of the pandemic. They exercise excellent COVID protocols, they don't pressure to buy, and I was encouraged to test as many fragrances as I wanted. After an hour (or more) of testing and chatting, I finally chose two--not easy with so much to choose from--and I was also given a generous selection of samples. If you're a fragrance lover (or a newbie), I highly recommend a visit. Thank you Arielle Shoshana team! read more

Such a cool concept. All rare and unique perfumes. I loved so many of the fragrances which isn't something I can say when I go to a store like sephora even though they have a whole aisle for perfume. You can tell these are purposefully selected. read more

let me start by saying i hardly ever take the time out of my life to write reviews but for this trash i will - sold fake perfume and refused to return the product it was watered down and smelled like pure alcohol- i purchase the same product from the manufacturer directly and occasionaly from sephora and never has it ever smelled like this before. truly thought i had covid symptoms when i smelled it, this can't be real! but to not offer a refund or replacement is terrible business. i compared the two bottles that i literally received today with the two bottles purchased from juliette has a gun directly and legit the two from arielle shoshana smell like nothing at all. the arielle shoshana employee that answered the phone is a complete fail. to be continued.........in our phone call today you tried to compare the authenticity of the perfumes that im disputing to the two samples that you packaged with my order please see photo. you won't issue a refund unless juliette has a gun will state that their products are faulty, i contacted them via email- they won't. you altered the product and in comparing what you sold me to what i have from sephora it smells like isopropyl alcohol. see photo for samples sent. the samples you asked me to use to verify authenticity that are clearly packaged by you, of course they smell the same. but when you compare them to the same product from sephora your products smells like trash. ive initiated my dispute with the bbb and ap. i have my email from juliette has a gun. the proper thing to do would've been to apologize and return this product that has clearly been tampered with! read more

Arielle Shoshana - Perfume Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Amazing experience shopping here. I am a total perfume amateur and was looking for one for my wife. Arielle and Kate were extremely helpful in finding a subtle scent for my super-sensitive nose. They came up with 4 spot-on recommendations and then left me to figure out which one worked out best. I made my decision, after agonizing between a few of the scents, and they still gave me samplers of the non-chosen scents for my wife to try as well. They are very knowledgeable about the brands and the ingredients. Great no pressure experience. Look forward to shopping there again in the future. read more

I love Arielle Shoshana! I received one of their fragrances as a wedding gift and save it for special occasions. This perfume smells amazing and transports me back to that special day every time I wear it. Their perfumes make wonderful gifts that your loved ones will cherish forever. Their customer service is above and beyond, as well. All in all, Arielle Shoshana is a wonderful shopping, buying, and smelling experience. read more

Wonderful shop! Super nice owner and staff. What a lovely selection of niche perfumes! They made me a delightful cup of perfumed tea while I sniffed everything I could get my nose near! They were generous with samples and paper wands of scents- I'm building my wish list! So happy there's a place like this nearby! It's amazing. read more

I've only been in once to purchase a birthday gift for my sister, and honestly if I could afford it I'd go in all the time to buy things just because of how nice the woman was! read more

Although I left without a purchase, I had a wonderful experience. I typically get my perfume at Bloomingdales and it's the more common ones like Jimmy Choo, etc. I often don't stray from my norm. As soon as I entered Arielle Shoshana's I was greated by a pleasant, lovely person who I later found out was Arielle. Unlike the department stores where I feel at times accosted, I was very much at ease and found a great selection of perfumes I didn't even know exist. I left with a sample that I love. I am coming back to purchase this weekend. read more