Honestly, I miss shopping in person. I miss touching and feeling the clothes and its details, the…read morepossibility of finding something new, and just the general atmosphere of being in a store. I stumbled upon Fibers of Being after a meal nearby. When I walked in, a brunette greeted me, and eventually asked if I needed any help or if I was looking for something specific. I could tell she was genuinely interested in helping me, and though I declined, it felt SO NICE and refreshing to experience that level of service again. There were some adorable shirts and jewelry pieces that were super cute. Also had some fun lifestyle items (cards). I'd say the style is more laid back and low key trendy. While I didn't buy anything that day, I'd go back! It's a great addition to the area and I'm hoping they stick around!

My absolutely favorite place to shop! Whether in-store or online, I always am able to get the best…read morepieces. Not to mention the amazing customer service - Liz went above and beyond to help my mom get me the best Christmas present last year bc she knew just what I wanted! That's the sort of care that sets the best stores apart - the customer service, baby!

The old axiom that "first impressions are everything" are doubly true when working in the Fashion…read moreIndustry. Triple that when you're trying to break into an industry that is as notoriously guarded from 'outsiders' as Fort Knox. Quadruple that as you're routinely, ruthlessly, raked over in an all-encompassing- head-to-toe glance from the receptionist while shopping your portfolio around to the "who's who" of the Bay Area fashion corporations. Yeah, its a daunting experience.... Having to go through this harrowing experience on a regular basis, I thank whatever lucky stars brought me to Susie, the creative genius behind Park Couture. Susie's passion in life is to create beautifully made, custom designed dress shirts for her clients. Now before I begin to extol the virtues of custom made shirts and Susie's stellar customer service, dispel any misconceptions you may have originally harbored about them being in the realm reserved for the international jet set, cigar smoking rap moguls, or snooty blue bloods with a roman numeral after their name. You got rid of that idea? Good. Because Park Couture delivers a totally customized, one-of-a-kind shirt that fits your body like a glove for about the same price you'd pay for an off-the-rack shirt at Nordstrom's or Bloomies. Now unlike the aggressive, commission driven sales people you encounter at the aforementioned stores, Susie is extraordinarily efficient, funny and flexible. When you go for your fitting appointment, her genuine warmth instantly puts you at ease. She patiently listens to what you want, knowledgeably walks you through each step of the design process, and will honestly (yet diplomatically) suggest what fits / cuts work best with your body type. Susie's got a great eye for color, and specializes in pairing elegantly bold combinations for the more fashion-forward. Or, if you're completely clueless, you can confidently put yourself in her hands and know she'll have you looking like a million bucks. The overall experience was incredibly uncomplicated and (dare I say it?) FUN! I left my fit session feeling happy, confident, and most importantly, well taken care of. I cannot wait to order more shirts from Park Couture and would strongly encourage you to make an appointment for yourself or the special someone in your life. Here's the Breakdown: +2 Stars for Customer Service: Susie is the best! She friendly, warm and approachable while remaining the consumate professional. She even PERSONALLY delivers your finished shirts to ensure a perfect fit and your complete satisfaction. +1 Star for Convenience: You can make your appointment around YOUR schedule, which also includes weekends. All reasonable requests are accommodated. If I had any questions my phone call or email was answered almost immediately. +1 Star for Quality: Impeccable tailoring & craftsmanship. The fabric selection is divine ranging from Super 80 double broadcloth to luxurious 220 thread count Italian Pima Cotton. (Can you tell I went to Fashion school?) +1 Star for Pricing: Prices vary according to fabric and customizing details such as monograming, etc... but whatever you decide to get, it is REASONABLE and WORTH EVERY PENNY for looking D@&N good. (WARNING: Be prepared for the avalanche of compliments that come your way when wearing your Park Couture shirt. Trust me, they shall be profuse...)

First of all, I wish I had better picture but I couldn't wait to post my review on my fav shirt …read more When we started working on this shirt, park-couture gave me so much options. I, myself is a designer, so it's very important to me to keep myself in this design. And Park-couture gave me all those freedom from color, fabric, bottom and collars etc. it's so much fun to browsing through all those choices. But if you are not a design my own kinda person, Susie has one of my fav styles , just the way she dresses herself show it all. Leave it all to her and she will make you a happy person. Lots of ppl think this is only for men, but it's not, it's for bit women and men. Get your shirt from park-couture and happy shopping everyone!!!

very cute store!! a lot of affordable, in style, clothing! i live right by here and there's always…read morenew clothes every time i look through their window

Excellent service w/attention to the details. Was looking for a brown suede jacket but in no hurry…read more Fortunately, found not only the perfect jacket, but with Johan & Farid's help, was able to try multiple jackets and slightly varying sizes. They were both more interested that my decision suited me than just making a sale. Deeply appreciated and highly recommend Barcelino.

Farid gave us great customer service in that he showed us various options with no pressure to buy…read more He is knowledgeable on the various materials which was very helpful in making my decision to buy. I highly recommend Farid and Barcelino.

Malik Kahn, owner of Dapper Crew is a very creative stylist and shopper. He knows fashion, what…read morelooks good, what fits right, and how to make you look dapper and confortable at an affordable price. I love my Dapper Crew box. What a great way to shop -- and feel great about looking good!

I was referred to Melinda Mae Handbags when I saw a friend carrying one of her to-die-for totes…read more SUPER CUTE that I just had to get one myself :) Each of her items are handmade and you can specify exactly which fabric print you would like your bag to be made with. After checking out the site, I was a bit overwhelmed with the huge selection of fabrics she had. So many of them were unique in textures and colors that it was hard for me to just pick one! After a lot of consultations, I decided to go with the "clutch" style and selected an eclectic, bright-print fabric to have Melinda create my new fabulous accessory. She delivered it to me within days of placing the order and I absolutely love it! The quality and finish of my clutch was top notch! I will definitely be placing more orders in the very near future- especially with the holidays coming around the corner. If you're looking for a cute (and functional) new accessory or a gift, I definitely recommend checking out Melinda Mae Handbags! Support your local artisans! :)

I had a tuxedo made for my wedding. I was promised satisfaction guaranteed. The jacket did not…read morefit properly, so they sent me to a tailor. Tailor gave it a shot and said the reason for the jacket not fitting was because it was cut too small. I had to use the jacket for the wedding. I contacted them after the wedding. After several tries, they finally said they would make me a new jacket. That was months ago. It's pretty much crickets. So, I have a$1,000.00 tuxedo that doesn't fit.

I met Vivienne two years ago, and was taken in by her warm demeanor and knowledge of quality men's…read moreclothing. Then the Italian swatches lured me in further. She actually took my order after hours at MY place of business...extra convenient for a busy business owner like myself. But the best thing was how this stuff looked when it came in. Top notch, beautiful fabrics and patterns, and the fit makes me look and feel like a million bucks! When I care most about how I look (and feel), I wear the custom shirts and suits I got from Vivienne! The boxy off-the-rack stuff just doesn't flatter a fit person. I wore one of my custom shirts from her on a recent photo shoot, and I ended up on the cover of a magazine. Good thing I dressed well that day! I went back for more from Vivienne, and will continue to do so. I recommend you do the same.

I was walking around looking for a shop in downtown Albany and saw this lovely Tibetan gift shop…read morewith beautiful scarves and jewelry outside so I had to stop in! Chemi Chemi (pronounced Chimi Chimi) is the kindest woman at this shop with so many treasures! By far, some of the most beautiful silver earrings I've seen. I purchased a pair for my mother as a gift as well as a sage bundle. There is a variety of clothing items, scarves, hats, bags that are all of natural materials. Lots of beautiful polished crystals in various shapes, sage, sound bowls of various sizes, and everything you could think of. I'm very glad I stopped in here and I highly recommend. I'll definitely be back!

When I went there last Christmas, she ( staff/manager/owner) was very friendly and helpful. Looking…read moreforward to shop there for my personal use and gifts