Well, that was probably the most irritating shopping experience I've ever had. Everything I…read moretouched or even glanced at the sales clerk made a comment on. This is typical of boutiques so I can tolerate that, though it's really annoying . Much worse, the dressing rooms did not have individual mirrors! You had to come out to an area where there was a half wall to see yourself in the community mirror. Which then prompted the sales person to turn around from the cash register and comment on every every single piece I tried on. It was like she was in my dressing room! No privacy!! Not to mention the fact that the space wasn't private because the wall is only half so even a semblance of privacy was not available to me. Perhaps people want a little more privacy to view things on their own body before being commented on and observed. I won't be back until I've heard that has changed.

Downtown Westfield was screaming for an upscale boutique and its arrived! Bash Boutique expanded…read morefrom Noblesville to Main Street, Westfield. The shop offers a wide array of trendy jewelry, clothing, fragrances and more. The store manager, Luana, is friendly and welcoming and very proud of the offerings at the shop. They carry locally manufactured fragrances from Ambre based in Broad Ripple. They have a large assortment if Brighton jewelry in addition to several other designer jewelry lines. There were many beautiful and trendy sweaters, names I didn't recognize but another shopper seemed excited about. The sign said "no need to worry, we have gift certificates" so you can rest better. Luana mention free gift wrapping over $50. Check it out! Ps parking is always a bear downtown. But we always find something on a side street.

We recently discovered this cute little gift shop and it's such a charming spot! They carry a…read morevariety of unique items that make for great gift ideas--it was honestly tempting not to walk out with the entire store. Everything is very well-organized and thoughtfully laid out, which makes shopping easy and enjoyable. On the flip side, the staff could be a bit more attentive. When we walked in, we weren't greeted, and the employees continued their conversation instead of checking if we needed assistance. Even as we browsed, no one offered help. That said, my son loved the selection and ended up picking out a wooden vehicle as a keepsake, which made the visit special. The prices are fair for a privately-owned shop, though you may find some of the same items online for less. Still for the experience and the unique finds it's definitely worth a visit.

I love coming in here. I always find something I "need" or a gift. They have a great selection…read moreof items. Staff has always been friendly when I go in.

While shopping in old town Zionsville, my wife wanted to stop by Green Apple to see what type of…read moreboutique it was. So glad we did! The shop is small, but makes the most of its space with displays and wall hangings of fashionable athletic wear. There is a small office with a cutout window that the shop owner, Shelly, can welcome customers. After just a few minutes of shopping, it was clear that Shelly has a real passion and knowledge of her products and the customers she hopes to serve. My wife kept finding items she liked and Shelly was able to tell her whether the brand ran large or small, was able to show other pieces that would coordinate with the piece, and some other products/accessories that might be useful. One of the cool options is that she has a customer list that you can sign up for online to periodically receive gift boxes selected for you based upon the profile you provide. You have the option to select frequency, dollar limits, piece limits, etc. You keep what you like and pay only for those and send the undesired pieces back. You can stop by anytime to meet with Shelly to fine tune your choices. Some folks even do this as a gift option for friends/relatives. One more thing: They do have a small selection Matilda Jane children's clothing that you can browse inside the shop. If you want to find quality clothing for your athletic endeavors that will easily transition to stylish wear "on the go", stop by and check this out! Review #2199

Shelly the owner had a great eye and brings beautiful styles to this cute store. My favorite…read morestylist Michaela is always ready with a smile and makes great suggestions. Stop by whenever you are close to Zionsville!

Francis+Parke is a lovely little boutique in downtown Zionsville that sells men and women's casual…read morewear. The shop is locally owned and operated. The business relocated recently to this new storefront to expand. The interior is decorated in an industrial style with a few repurposed items as decor. The store is immaculate and well organized. They carry seasonal clothes and currently have a nice selection of colorful tops and dresses for women. The high-end men's bathing suits caught my eye and would make great Father's Day presents. They also carry a few specialty bar items, such as bourbon cherries. The clerk was friendly and welcoming. Worth checking out.

Best boutique in the state, truly top notch merchandising! Impeccably curated collection that is…read morealways "classically current" per their motto! The shelves are always stocked with tasteful inventory that suits most that would find themselves walking on Main Street in Zionsville. The brands are all high quality with many brands you'll recognize and quite a few you'll be pleasantly introduced to. I've been twice with my girlfriend while waiting on our table at Rosie's and we found great stuff both times. The owner Tracy Dull has amazing taste, takes great care in helping you shop (without being pushy) and just makes you enjoy the experience from the second you walk in until the moment you leave!

I love this store! Located in Hamilton Town Center in Noblesville this place sells locally made…read moreproducts and gifts. They had a neat sign that said, "some of the greatest traditions start in this Indiana kitchen." Indiana necklaces, soaps, candles, Indiana sports teams items you name it they had it. Since most of the stores in the shopping center are national chains it's nice to help support a business that sells items that help the small business owners out. The ladies working were very friendly and I bought some Christmas gifts. They had great prices on things. I will be back!

This is such a cute little shop! Everything Indiana based/ themed, it certainly screams Hoosier…read more This is the perfect place to pick up a house warming gift, snag a little present for your favorite hoosier, or add decor to your home! The store wasn't too packed, and had many things on sale!

I don't spend a whole lot of time up in Hamilton County, however, a recent work conference gave me…read morethe opportunity to spend some time at Hamilton Town Center. Hamilton Town Center is essentially an open-air mall. Developed by Indy-based Simon & Associates, Hamilton Town Center opened in 2008 right on the cusp of when the more traditional shopping mall was starting to wane in popularity and developers were exploring options. Hamilton Town center features over 85 shops/restaurants and is designed to resemble a streetscape. Some of the dining options, in particular, are free-standing buildings in outlots. While I think it's pretty common to associate Hamilton County with a more affluent clientele, one of the things I like about Hamilton Town Center is that it has a nice diversity within its shops - from definite high end options to more "ordinary joe" type outlets. Hamilton Town Center also hosts Emagine Theatre (the former Hamilton 16 IMAX). I suppose a minor quibble would be that the vast majority of the options here are national chains, though I noticed a lot of the national chains tend to be smaller chains that might surprise you they're a chain. Being a Simon Mall, Hamilton Town Center has a rewards club and there are some online shopping options. Like most malls, Hamilton Town Center tends to host holiday events and has a Santa every holiday. Generally speaking, accessible parking is plentiful and curb cuts are well done. There's at least one very nice greenery area that seems to draw the kids quite a bit with its various playground-lite equipment. There's a definite "sprawl" here in terms of the landscape. If you have mobility issues, you may have difficulty if you want to go to several different stores at opposite ends of the "mall." In terms of accessibility, it works. It's just a bit tiring. I considered going a 4-star and a 4.5 is probably more accurate, however, the real clincher for me is that I like the diversity of shops more than Castleton and I like the economic variation more than Fashion Mall. I just feel like there's something for everyone here. While the mall generally opens at 10am, I do kind of wish they had a decent breakfast/brunch option. However, that's pretty easy to find within a mile of this growing area. If we're being honest, Castleton is okay but has definitely declined. Fashion Mall is just fine, and I definitely like the food options, but it's more than a wee bit pretentious. Greenwood Park Mall is probably the closest comparison, though Glendale Town Center is weaving together the hybrid experience these days. Washington Square and Lafayette Square? Um, yeah. No. While Central Indiana has other options, this is definitely one of the better mall experiences in Central Indiana and it's an easy drive from pretty much anywhere in Marion and surrounding counties.

This is a good place to go if you want to shop but don't want to leave your dogs behind! A lot of…read morethe stores allow dogs, you can find the list online and I heard they also have it in the mall office. We took our fashionable dog to American eagle, francescas, bath and body works, and of course three dog bakery. All of the staff at the stores were really nice to us and our dog and we felt comfortable in the stores. I also appreciated all of the safety measures at the stores like masks and outside lines. This is also just a pretty mall to walk around on a nice day. We rounded out the day with lunch at Pies and PInts in the mall which is dog friendly as well! We had an awesome sweet corn pizza and the dog was given some water and they were really kind to him.

This is the new location for the DSW that was less than a mile east. It's in an old Bed, Bath,…read moreand Beyond store in a strip mall mall next to The Fashion Mall. This is a much better location than the old one. The store of course is clean and organized as it has just opened.

Organized and expansive shoe warehouse with tons of affordable finds! Always a go-to for a quick…read morepair of sandals or walking shoes @ the last minute! Efficient service, I love the new location!

Unfortunately came on a Sunday when everything was closed but this is such a cute little square!…read moreThere's a fountain, lots of shops, and plenty of parking! Great place to walk around and spend some time outside. They have a gym, intimate apparel store, toy store, homewares store etc. Plus a steakhouse and sushi restaurant! There were even more dining options too. They have rental bikes if you want to cruise around! Wish I came when things were open, but if you're looking for a place to do some shopping or even just window shop, it's a great place to get some steps in and enjoy the atmosphere.

Carmel City Center is ideally located pretty much smack dab in the middle of Carmel with direct…read moreaccess from the Monon Greenway. Within one complex, you've got the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel Farmer's Market, Christkindlmarkt (during the holidays), Hotel Carmichael, and a number of other retail options, restaurants, and entertainment options. It's all, quite literally, within walking distance (well, unless you're like me and don't have feet. But, you know what I mean). Because this is a central area, a good number of the Carmel festivals will happen around here. You've also got live music and theater (including Civic Theater also housed within this complex). Accessibility is pretty strong since so much of this area is new. I've had my quibbles with accessibility involving the Center for the Performing Arts, though in talking to current Mayor Sue Finkam there's a definite effort to go beyond ADA and to truly become more accessible. Free parking is abundant in this area and the arts district is about 1/2 mile north. Dining options include Aroma Experience, Divvy, The Old Spaghetti Factory, The Cake Bake Shop, Eggshell Bistro, Lone Pine, Graeter's Ice Cream, and others within walking distance. Retail options include Kits & Kaboodle (a great toy shop), 317Home, A.D.A. Vintage, Addendum, Baseline Social, and a host of others. I will note that most of these shops lean toward the more premium experience. There's definitely no Dollar General to be found here. There's definitely a lot to offer here and it's nearly always crowded. I also like that the website will tell you which stores are closed on bad weather days. As accessibility continues to improve, I may very well move this up to a 5-star experience. For now, it's a definite 4-star experience and it's definitely a place I can easily spend the day once I arrive and also enjoy some time on the Monon.