Cute shop. My daughter loved the inventory and prices. I am recently retired and sold some high…read moreend men's wear. I Was glad to see these items go to other consumers who appreciate top notch fabrics, design, construction and timeless classics. The owner is very cool And down to earth. He seems to Keep a sharp eye on trends and his Customers tastes so his Inventory is Always turning. Worth checking out.

outstanding customer service, carefully explaining the store's policies. His communication skills…read morewere top-notch, and he showcased a keen eye for fashion and quality products. Upstairs, the men's clothing section featured a diverse range of ethnic and cultural styles.

I would see her live feeds every now and then and I love a good thrift experience. So I started…read morefollowing this lovely lady on FB and vowed that I would visit her store once I hit DC. Let me say this, the store did not disappoint. I was thrilled to not only meet the owner but excited to hear her story while exploring and trolling for goodies. I found some good buys that I'll post when I'm styling and looking fabulous wearing them!

My first visit to Fia's Fabulous Finds was for their $40 bag sale. For anyone new, you get about 30…read moreminutes to fill a bag with items from the back section of the store everything from household goods and cosmetics to shoes, clothes (men's and women's), jewelry, bags, and even kids' items. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised by the variety and quality of the inventory. Let's just say I ended up leaving with two bags Even though I came specifically for the sale, I couldn't help but notice they have a lot of other great items throughout the store. I'll definitely be back to take a closer look at everything else they have to offer.

Just had a great little shopping moment at Ella-Rue, a consignment boutique in DC that's definitely…read moreworth knowing about if you're into designer pieces without the full-price guilt trip. The edit is solid -- everything from Hermes (yes, I spotted a pair of immaculate riding boots, sadly not my size) to The Row, Prada, Chanel... even some more accessible gems from brands like Mansur Gavriel. I lucked out and found a pair of Prada Monolith loafers that are still available in-store at full price -- except mine were half the cost and looked like they'd maybe been worn once. Maybe. Such a good score, plus I got to support a small business, which always feels better than buying direct from some corporate mega-retailer. And shout out to Julia, who works there -- she was fantastic. Super helpful, super knowledgeable, and when the right shoe went missing (yes, really), she helped me tear the place apart to find it. I had almost given up, but then I spotted a Prada box... and there it was. Victory. All in all: great range, well-curated, and the kind of place where you just might walk out with a designer piece you didn't even know you needed. Definitely one to add to your DC shopping circuit.

This review is way overdue, but I cannot recommend Ella Rue enough. Back in early April I had an…read moreupcoming wedding and nothing to wear for it, and stopped in with my husband. Not only was the staff lovely and welcoming - the glass of wine offered was such a nice touch - they were incredibly helpful as well in finding me a gorgeous red Armani dress at a fantastic price. It only gets better! One of the employees (Krista) noticed that there was a small fix that needed to be done on the shoulder. Before I could even blink she had a seamstress in from a local shop, who came and got the dress to repair on their dime. I honestly didn't notice the issue until Krista pointed it out, she's got an eagle eye. Krista was amazing at coordinating the dress pickup a few days later. I couldn't get out of calls from work so she got the dress delivered to me! I cannot get over how amazing they are, and will ALWAYS recommend Ella Rue. Consider me a customer for life!

Just went back to the shop yesterday -- here are some updates!…read more - The shop is open now on Sundays from 3-6 pm... and NOT open on Saturday from 12-3. Essentially its hours now are Thursday-Sunday 3-6 pm. Even if the door is locked, just knock and the shopkeeper will let you in. - The owner (Sylvia) is going to start transitioning the clothes to the spring season... coming in a couple of weeks or so! - On that note, the shop's strong suit are the accessories -- lots of nice cocktail hats/handbags/jewelry. Examine closely, because pretty much everything in there's for sale. - Starting next week she's going to start making prices static. Yeah, no more haggling, but at least it will be a lot less pressure for those who are uncomfortable with negotiating. In conjunction, some of the prices of the clothing will be adjusted... so maybe that amazing paillette jacket will be cheaper now? Also, I've learned something recently, having become acquainted with the owner. Y'know how it might be kind of intimidating/irritating when the shopkeeper tries to talk to you/make comments about what you're browsing? Well, I always found it that way. All in all, it's just the keeper trying to be friendly, not necessarily trying to pressure you into buying something. Ain't nothin' wrong with trying to be nice.

Wow. I cannot explain how happy and lucky I feel to have found this awesome little shop. The…read moreselection is amazing. The prices are to die for, especially in DC where most vintage or thrift stores are anything but thrifty. The shop owner, Sylvia, is such a sweet lady. She gave me a great deal on some amazing pieces I would have easily paid double for and still would have walked out thinking I got a good price. Needless to say I will be going back again and again and will do my best to spread the word about this lovely little gem. I am almost a bit hesitant to share this with too many of my friends, as I want to make sure I get all the goodies, but there seemed to be plenty to go around and the shop owner is just too nice and lovely to not help support. Go there - you will find something you love. Great place to buy gifts!!!

Love this place. So many unique items. Def a small crowded space with lots of fragile stuff so…read moreprepare yourself!

This place wow'd me. First of all, it is the first bazaar type of store that I have ever come…read moreacross in DC. Its a little hidden from 18th Sreet, and I probably would have passed it if I wasn't paying attention. Thr6 have all kinds of stuff, most of the things are hand-made and originate from various countries. There are also several hundred unique orientak rugs which I wanted to check-out more. There is definitely a Persian flare just based on the otomans and many more statues that appear to orinate from Egypt. I bought a hippie stule wind chine for my apartment and it's very cool. There are two levels however I didn't venture up tonthe 2nd level. I would definitely encourage people to come and check it out. Beware of the cats while you're walking around inside.

What a great record store! Along the main commercial street in Takoma, D.C., this shop is one room…read morefilled with all kinds of records in almost every genre. The records are well organized and they even have sections from different parts of the world! There's a colorful couch in the window near the front door in case you want to stay awhile.

Good selection. Reasonably priced. Really did not like the two guys working the front. Rly…read morepretentious. I'd come back though.

Awesome vintage dresses and shirts, some ties for men, stationery cards, jewelry and other eclectic…read moregoods. Definitely worth a look in the staff are super friendly.

I love Analog. It's my go to place in DC to get cards and unique gifts for friends and family…read more Definitely check it out next time you're in Brookland!

Cute store but I gave you Prada shoes and a shirt a year and a half ago and have yet to receive…read moreanything from it. I have called over 10 times. I have checked over 20 times. SMH! I could have cut my items if I knew you were just going to keep them and not give me anything! Starting to feel like I've been robbed

I took a gorgeous DVF dress here over four years ago and never heard a word again despite inquiring…read moremultiple times. It seems Current Boutique will rob you of your items! I wish I had never brought my items here. Beware.

I hadn't been to Secondi in a few years and a recent visit did not disappoint. They had so much…read moregreat stuff at decent, fair prices. Excellent quality and condition, too.

I've had mixed experiences as a consigner here--I'd say probably 80% neutral to good. Overall, I…read morebring clothes that I think are excellent quality/good brands, but understand that Secondi might just donate them outright. When I first started consigning, I was told that if there was something I *really* didn't want donated, I could let them know. If they decided not to sell that item, I was obligated to come back immediately to get it. I thought that was a nice thing to do, especially since it creates good will with their consigners. One of the last times that I consigned, I explained to the shop-person that there was a piece I wanted to hold onto if they didn't want to sell it, and I was given some eyerolls and told that this is not something Secondi does. They did complete a quick assessment for me, which I appreciated, but the attitude around it made me feel very uncomfortable. It might be helpful if all the shop folks were on the same page about guidelines! Otherwise, Secondi has been around since I was in high school (and probably even before that), so it's a real DC institution. It's one of the most well known consignment shops in DC, and I do think they do a great job curating their wares and they do not sell mass-market/lower quality items.