The window of Bittersweet is always adorable and they occasionally have some great pieces. I love that they sell For Love and Lemons. There's some really nice stuff in the store but there's also a lot of lower quality items that are not a joy to try on. Definitely make sure to check out the quality before buying from here because it is very hit or miss. read more

Walked in and was immediately asked to use their hand sanitizer. I politely said no thank you and the associate tried to force me to take the sanitizer. She said it's "all natural" I said I'm not using it, it's not good to use sanitizer all the time. No thank you. She said we prefer that everyone uses it and I said no, I'm leaving. With all of the actual science that's out, the fact that you have to use poisonous, toxic "sanitizer" that's only 62% (which is not even optimal for killing germs, 70-71% is) is not even effective. WHY are you forcing people to use it? It's NOT scientific, it's NOT effective and NOT necessary. Stop harassing potential customers. It's such poor taste. read more

With all the cool shops at this downtown mall, this one didn't thrill me. We browsed and saw some cute clothing, but nothing that screamed "take me home"! The prices were high for the quality and designs. Definitely more exciting shops on the promenade. read more

BitterSweet Clothing & Accessories - Women's Clothing Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

A really cute shop with women's clothing. My fiancé was looking for a bag. The two ladies that worked there were nice and friendly. I was drawn by the decorations and the rustic wooden furniture to display their clothing. Kudos to whoever designed the space and laid out the set up. The docor is amazing and very complimentary to the clothes they sell. read more

BitterSweet Clothing & Accessories - Women's Clothing Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Bittersweet USED to be my favorite store in Cville! But within the last two years the store has dropped its designer labels for its own label. The bittersweet labeled items fit poorly and at a much lower quality- for the same price as the designer!! Plus the manager is stingy and often rude and belittling to customers. Too bad because I was a proud bittersweet wearer for 3+ years! Not worth the money. read more

Bittersweet is one of the cutest, most memorable places to shop at. Each piece of clothing bought instantly becomes a staple piece in your wardrobe! From their sunglasses, room sprays, and candles to hand-selected garments - Bittersweet has it all. I would highly recommend this store to anyone who is looking to become the center of attention because Bittersweet will surely have you feeling like a superstar! read more

I was in the store this past Saturday, 5/22, first time in a little while. So many changes since my last time shopping. The clothing selection is boring. No fun colors, no new styles, clothes were heavy and looked out of season, and now the BitterSweet label. If I'm paying that much money, I sure don't want to advertise that store. And what is wrong with the manager? She was so condescending and rude to a family that didn't want to pay full price for a tester. She even spoke about them when they left the store. When management is unpleasant and unprofessional, I'm happy to find another small business where I can spend my money. So glad Finch is only a mile away. read more

We stopped in while visiting UVA. Adorable shop with a great mix of fashionable pieces. The staff was super friendly and helpful (but not annoying!) read more

Great little boutique on the downtown mall, good selection of really great clothes and accessories. Staff really nice and helpful!

Love this place so much! The people here are so conversational and fun. They make you feel less guilty when spending money :)

I was recently visiting charlottsville from Los Angeles and just fell in love with the adorable town!! I went into Bittersweet and not only was the staff as nice as they come but they had a great selection of adorable and reasonably priced clothing and accessories! I tried on an ADORABLE leather skirt but they were unfortunately out of my size. The girl working there went out of her way to write down the style name and number for me so I could find it elsewhere!! such impeccable service!! I immediately found it online and ordered it- it is perfect!! I could not recommend this boutique more, I just wish they had one in Los Angeles!! read more

In town with family for graduation. Went shopping with my daughter into BitterSweet Clothing looking for shorts but everything was VERY OVERPRICED. My son almost found a gift, but they tried to sell a Tester bottle as new. Management was rude and we left. Definitely not going back ! read more

I have been shopping at Bittersweet for many years. It is one of my absolute favorite boutiques anywhere around. The owner and staff are always incredibly helpful and friendly. I feel like I have a personal stylist every time I walk in! I recently ordered something online that didn't fit. I came in and they gladly handled it with no issues (and of course I left with clothes because the styles and quality there is amazing)! read more

This is probably the best 'boutique' store downtown. The prices are reasonable. The employees are friendly. The selection is varied. I found a pea coat here that I knew my girlfriend would love for Christmas, and the store owner gave me a nice little discount on the coat! All I had to do was ask! Bittersweet has a great environment and a friendly, inviting atmosphere. I've bought clothes for mmlady many times here before, and I'm sure I will again in the future. Highly recommended! read more

i just came in to window shop but ended up loving everything! the staff here was phenomenal! super helpful with picking stuff out and had great recommendations!! very nice experience i will be coming back! :) read more

You're not going to leave Bittersweet empty-handed, whether you're a sweet lil' babydoll or a leather-tough cowgirl. The mix of modern design, great fabrics and fresh colors is spot-on... and there are always a few smart pairs of Frye boots to drool over, too. Not to be missed. read more

Good selection, especially of Frye boots. I liked their jewelry and bought a necklace.

Love Bittersweet! It's my go-to place for the best Frye selection and cute earrings at great prices.

Went in yesterday to purchase a pair of Toms and a "chunky" sweater for my daughter as Christmas presents. I had picked out the shoes on line, but decided to "shop local". I went into the store during my brief lunch break. Was greeted by the sole employee with a Hello, and that is where the interaction ended. She was deep into conversation with a young man (actually she was gossiping). Never once did their conversation lapse, to ask if I needed assistance (I did). Annoyed, I left, went to Urban Outfitters bought a sweater, got back to work and ordered the Toms on line. So much for keeping my $200 locally. read more

I just purchased the cutest airy blouse here. The owner was extremely nice and helpful. She let me know the sales but wasn't overbearing at all. She answered all my questions about sizing. The prices are very good for a boutique style shop. The styles are unique and yet timeless. She has a lot of classic styles, like black dresses and full skirts. Then a lot of charming little designs on skirts and blouses like little birds and bicycles. The range has a lot to offer. The jewelry she has is gorgeous. She even sells jewelry designs by a local female designer. It's a great shopping experience all around!! read more

LOVE this store! I always go in whenever I'm at the downtown mall because I know how amazing the merchandise and customer service is. The store owner is so kind and honestly, one of my favorite people to talk to when I'm trying to decide what to pick out! After months of trying to decide if I should buy Frye boots, I finally went to Bittersweet to look at them. I was greeted by the friendliest girl who helped me pick out my boots and reassured me of the style and color I chose. She was also sooo knowledgeable about Frye boots in general! I can't say enough about how amazing this store is and how great the employees are! read more

The staff is really helpful and delightful to work with. Every time I walk by there is a new window with adorable clothing that I can't resist. Its a charming boutique and I highly recommend it. read more

Bittersweet is my favorite dress shop on the downtown mall. They have my favorite labels, they offer great service and a good variety of casual to elegant for all ages. read more

After months of drooling over the window displays & assuming it was another super pricey Charlottesville boutique, I finally walked into this place. I've never been so glad to be wrong! Unlike some stores downtown where the sales staff ignore you if you don't look like a big sale waiting to happen, the girls at Bittersweet are invariably helpful & attentive. When I walked out of the dressing room in a dress I wasn't sure about, an employee quickly appeared to compliment me and provide suggestions about occasions I'd wear it to. It's so much easier to justify the purchase of a new dress when someone has already suggested you might wear it winetasting. Just last week, I went in to look at the selection of Frye boots. Both of the employees went out of their way to help me and reassure me about their unique color. If you're looking for something specific, the racks can be a little hard to browse through (especially the upper ones) but if you're just looking for something new and different, you won't be disappointed! In true Charlottesville form, I love shopping at a locally owned small business, especially one owned and operated by women. If I'm going to spend $300 on boots, this is where I want my money going. read more

i love bittersweet so much. i can't begin to express how grateful i am that they opened a store in lynchburg. there is always an amazing mix of sweet, vintagey, colorful, unique clothing to choose from. every single time i find something beautiful to bring home. read more

Love this place. Always getting in new stuff, having sales, clothes are cute and affordable. Every time I go in I see something I want. I regularly get complimented when I wear something I have bought from there. Staff are very friendly, not pushy. Highly recommend! read more

This store is adorable! Not only is the decor beautifully displayed, but the merchandise has something for everyone. I saw an amazing assortment of merchandise for all ages, which was great because I was there with my mother. The girls there were so friendly--left us feeling comfortable without being too pushy. They were definitely there to help and answer any questions (which we had a lot of). My mother and I both left the store, happy with the purchases we made. Can't wait to go back on my next trip to Charlottesville! read more

Cute Southern style with day-to-night clothes that fit any budget. If you're on the mall, pop in.