Toad & Co. is a national chain with clothing in the sporty/woodsy/beachy/athletic vibe for both men…read moreand women and I've always liked their things in general; the quality is good and I've never had anything not fit well or be anything less than comfortable. So having a branch here in Portland is great--and take note that not only do they have great sales, but there's a seconds/repurposed area toward the back (and sometimes special displays) with items from the brand that are being re/upcycled, all of which cost less than regular price. What's even better is how local the vibe is in the store, and how well connected they are with the wider community of makers. Along with the brand's products the store carries little locally made gifts: everything from jewelry to soap to playing cards and chocolates. There's no set selection, but you'll always find little collections of items for sale around the store. And this weekend Toad & Co. hosted a holiday makers' market in the large back warehouse room, which was awesome! This brought in a bunch of Maine makers selling pottery, coffee, jewelry, leather goods, knitwear, cards, books, candles . . . basically I got most of my Christmas shopping done here! I love that Toad & Co. is sponsoring something like this and really connecting with the community--definitely the kind of business I want to support.

Suger is one of my wife's favorite stores! She loves their super quality made soft, stylish,…read more comfortable and stretchy line of clothing which is versatile (think ability to wear a shirt as just that or pull down the material more in order to wear as a dress), made of sustainably sourced materials such as bamboo and locally made in the USA at their Biddeford, Maine historic mill. Aside from their clothing, both locations (Biddeford store as well) have many odds and ends, including jewelry that is made by smaller companies, some home goods like blankets, pillows and decorations; hats, shoes and belts, stationary, a few baby clothing items and some good gift items. Staff is helpful and there are many that go out of their way to make your experience shopping a good one. Clothing is also online on their website. This spot is not to be missed.

Wow this place is fabulous! Stubbled on it on a wkend trip. Very unique! One stop shopping from top…read moreto bottom! Costumer service was amazing. Hope to visit again soon!

I only shop during sales. Their regular prices are high but I almost always find a clearance rack…read more It's a job to search through the clearance racks because they're stuffed so full. They also offer regular sales.

Nice selection of sweatpants! Can be a bit hard to find a clerk when you need help, but other than…read morethat, it's great!

It honestly amazes me that the staff here works on commission (or at least earns a percentage of…read moresales) because they certainly do not act like it. I have shopped at this location multiple times and have spent hundreds of dollars in a single visit thousands over time. Every time I come in, I am polite, patient, and respectful. I smile, say excuse me, and ask for help when needed. Yet on more than one occasion, I've been met with rude behavior or attitudes that make me feel like I'm inconveniencing the staff by simply asking a question. Today was the final straw. I forgot that I had a gift card and had already paid cash. The gift card did not cover the full amount, so I politely asked if the sale could be redone so it could be applied. I was told no. There was no effort to help, no solution offered, no customer-service attempt whatsoever. So I will be returning everything and repurchasing using my gift cards, and I will not be stepping back into this store again. The staff should be ashamed of themselves. The products themselves are great. I genuinely love the clothing and quality. But customer service matters especially when you work on commission. If you are earning from sales, you should be going above and beyond, not acting bothered by the customers who are funding those commissions. Very disappointing.

Out for dinner with my man and see this store front. We hit it up after we ate and boy was I…read moreimpressed! For men, my man especially since he's got a large foot, found so many options and styles of boots, shoes, and socks! The clothing, not so much, he's tall not wide. Women have a sensational selection of clothes but only boots for foot wear. They had sooo many styles and designs of boots it's was impressive. Sales associates were milling about as we looked around and saw one woman was very helpful when looking for a displayed item I was interested in buying. Prices were higher then I would have thought which is where m journey ends. I will have to shop around before going back since I don't know enough about cowboy boots and usually pricing. Super cool store and highly recommend for a stop in and see if not to purchase for yourself or those you love.

It's a shame that the staff is the rudest and most unresponsive of any store…read moreI have been fortunate to have traveled extensively and this was a first for me The merchandise is really great and well curated but I would NEVER return there or recommend it Humiliating experience I even mentioned my experience and they just looked blankly at me The worst

Beautiful store filled with so many beautiful things! Even though we were just browsing, the…read morecustomer service was wonderful! I look forward to coming back on my next trip to Portland!

If you're looking for a sweater or pair of jeans that will last you a lifetime, then BLISS is the…read moreplace to go. Their products are known to be pricy, but the materials used are top-of-the-line and the quality unmatched. I can't speak much to anything I own from them, because it's simply out of my price range, but it's a wonderfully-curated store located right on Exchange that is perfect for the high-end fashionista in your life.

Although I am a man, and they do not sell clothes for men, my wife absolutely loves this place and…read morehas been a frequent customer even before they moved to this new, beautiful location on lower Exchange Street. It's such a beautiful boutique and the prices are absolutely fair for the uniqueness and quality of apparel. My wife is very picky, and almost always finds something super cool and hip to buy here. And they have two seats for partners to sit and wait! Five stars.

A quirky gift shop and home goods store filled with stickers, mugs, plants, patches, stationary,…read morecards, local art, clothing, plants, and more. Friendly staff, a good selection, and a great location in Old Port!

Many other reviews have nailed the overall vibe and feel of this store very well. A vast array of…read moreitems you will find once you step in. Etsy/garage sale, and any other way you'd like to describe is appropriate. Some will make you want to buy it instantly while some others may make you question who in the world would buy it besides as a gag gift. For example, some stickers of not safe for work body parts that are not close to being anatomically correct or doing lewd acts, that will give you some laughs while looking at them. Even if you are just looking to browse and not buy I believe this is a store worth checking out! The worker was friendly enough and tried greeting those who entered. Prices are hard to judge as I think some of the items are unlikely to be found many other spots so the value is up to the buyer. Like I said though worth a stop in even just for a quick Look around!

Corey & Co was the first place I visited when I was deciding if I wanted to move to Portland, as I…read morefortuitously parked outside their storefront when I first rolled into town. This store really helped Portland make a great first impression. When I did move to Portland the following year, I started frequenting Corey on a weekly basis. Three years later, my closet is easily 75% from Corey & Co. The owner and sales associate are both so warm and friendly. Going into the store is truly a lift to my day, and helped me feel right at home when I was still new to Maine. The clothes are classic and understated, with a European or Scandinavian feel. Inventory is carefully curated from small, independent designers from Maine, NYC, France, Denmark and beyond. The owner is so knowledgable about each piece, making insightful recommendations and providing the back story for each designer, making cheerful conversation along the way. I could go on and on. In short, I love this place!

I cannot even tell you how fun this place is. I stop there every summer before I head back to…read moreschool. I get my fix of linen and original looking pieces not found anywhere else! Love the owner.....