Took a trip to see what Max & Lily's Closet was about. It was a small, cute, and very clean…read moreconsignment shop with items from baby to tween clothing, maternity clothing, toys, books, decor, and many other treasures for kids. The shop is very well organized, toys are well kept and wrapped nicely together, and there were a lot of luxury brand clothing, gently used. They coin themselves they are West Hartford's finest children's consignment shop. The pricing was fair for most items (toys, decor, etc), but clothing seemed a bit high. They do have a rewards/loyalty program which I signed up for--I got 10% off my first purchase AND $5 off. Also, if you are local or close by they have 10% off Tuesdays. The young ladies that rang us up were very nice. I'd likely visit again since the shop is very clean. A lot of second hand children shops are cluttered, disorganized, and have a strange smell. I do love Max & Lily's Closet's mission to go green and reuse.

I absolutely adore shopping at and consigning with Max & Lily's! Michelle and her team are…read morewonderful, and I always leave with something that both of my children just have to have! I've been a customer for almost seven years now, and will continue to shop and consign for years to come!

Love Lemon Llama and will be back…read more My daughter loves the outfits. Personalized attention. Love the brands, quaint atmosphere. Fond memories reminincing those child moments.

Such a cute little boutique in Avon Village! They carry many high-quality brands and pieces for…read morebabies, toddlers, preteens, teens, and more. It was refreshing to shop at a small, locally owned business where I could touch and feel the clothing before purchasing. Many of the brands they carry are high-quality American or European brands, brands that you won't find at big box clothing stores. Susan, the owner, was very helpful and kind from the moment we walked in. She took a genuine interest in helping us find the right pieces and explained the materials the clothing was made of. I highly recommend this place!

I'm glad to hear that buybuy BABY in West Hartford has reopened, providing a valuable in-person…read moreexperience for assessing baby items. It's a great place for those who prefer to feel and see products before making a purchase. The reopening is a welcome addition to the area, helping customers make informed decisions about the quality of baby items. Overall, a fantastic resource for parents-to-be! Selection was great and also lots of sales going on.

J. Crew is one of my favorite stores, I like their style but sometimes the prices can be pretty…read morehigh. Their factory stores are the best solution. The items are the same quality as the regular store, but at a much lower cost. A brand new J. Crew Factory store just opened last week in West Hartford's Corbin's Corner. The store has a great layout, and plenty of great summer pieces, for men, women and children. Most of the store is currently on sale for 40 - 50% off. Since this store is brand new, the exterior is still under construction, but It's what's on the inside that matters. The sales associates are friendly and answered all my questions. I've already been here twice since they opened last week. I'm glad to have a factory store nearby now. It's a good idea to come in frequently as new stock comes in often.

My husband and I stopped in while our running errands this past long weekend and we were so…read morepleasantly surprised by our experience. Not only was the store clean and organized, but we were able to find so many great items for both my husband and our 3 year old son. I was elated to find several matching shirts for them to wear over the summer, which I look forward to seeing them in together. Prices were great and having the teacher discount on top of it was excellent. When we went up to the register, the young lady behind the counter (Lauren A) was patient as we troubleshooted which email my J.Crew account was linked to. We ended up sharing some small talk about my husband and I being educators and she was very sweet in engaging about our jobs, summer break, and which grade levels we worked with. She was so positive and genuinely happy/helpful. This wasn't exclusive just to us either. We overheard similar interactions with her and other customers in line before we approached. She was just a kind person, who seemed dedicated to her job. We will definitely return!

The location sits at Charter Oak Plaza where a bountiful amount of parking is available. It is also…read morenext door to a variety of businesses making a trip to the plaza a one-stop shop. The garments are either hung or neatly folded on the tables where it can it is easily visible for shoppers. The only thing to note is the smaller paths between any section making it difficult to share space and shop with another shopper. Other than that, the prices are reasonable and that staff are great and communicative.

excellent service and friendly and the store was clean...also everything was on sale..my daughter…read moreloves going to get her school uniform...

This place is great! It was so nice to try out strollers and get to see the furniture in real life…read more Everyone in the store was super friendly and helpful. We mostly worked with Joseph and he was great! I was also pleasantly surprised to see most of the items were slightly cheaper than Amazon.

Absolutely love walking and shopping in here to look for baby stuff. Prices are somewhat…read moreexpensive, especially since most items can be found on amazon or online for cheaper. Regardless I like that all the baby things is in one store, and I can shop around easily to find things I need or want. If I can't find it elsewhere, I would buy it here. Pros/tips: -sign up for baby registry to get a welcome bag at the front entrance area. -gift cards for here can be used at many locations/stores (bed bath and beyond, cost world market next door). -complimentary self gift wrapping section upon check out is super handy when dropping by to buy last minute gifts. Parking is easy. This plaza is convenient especially since it has so many shops. I can go to Trader Joe's, Carter's, total wine, REI, all in this same convenient plaza. There is the escalator and elevator as well so if you want to bring your baby in. The cost world market is right next door and usually fun to go to both to shop and look around.

Blue Back Square is a popular spot in West Hartford. It has restaurants, shopping, entertainment,…read moreand a residential area. There is a hotel and large name stores such as Whole Foods, The Cheesecake Factory, and various others. It's a beautifully maintained area and very pedestrian friendly. People have the option to live, work, and play right in this area. There's a wide selection to choose from, you don't have to leave the area if you don't want to. Parking can be found on street and two garages, all metered but affordable. There are bright murals throughout. A movie theater and a library are within walking distance. There are events such as live music. There are quite an array of things to do and eat and all in walking distance. The area can be busy but for a good reason. I find myself there quite often and enjoy the amenities.

I saw last week on Facebook that Adam River from 95.7 was going to be present and Chaz the Cream…read morePuff man from the Big E Express at the Blue Back Square handing out cream puffs samples from 3:30-5:30 today. I ventured out with my kids to check it out. They thought I was crazy but went with me to see what I was taking about. They both were amazed how big these cream puffs are and the filling is so fresh. I told them the 1st time ever having them was at the Big E back in the day. With today being the opening day for the Big E it was an added touch to the West Hartford community to have a visit from Chaz. Next best thing to driving up to West Springfield tonight. Chaz was so photogenic and super nice and thank you for making my afternoon. I plan to get more cream puffs on Wednesday when I go which is also Connecticut Day at the Big E.

Great selections and prices! Excellent service, very neat, easy to find things. Mostly for women…read moreand children.

"Keep on sending your love In the heat of battle…read moreYou've got something that'll save us Save us now!" (Paul McCartney) Nordstrom Rack sells discounted high-end products in a multitude of categories such as men's, women's and children's clothes, shoes, handbags, jewelry, accessories, home and kitchenware, and health and beauty aids. They claim you can save up to 70 percent off regular prices. The store was well stocked and very neat when we shopped today. I didn't find anything I wanted, but my wife did. We'll be attending a Charity Banquet and Ball in a few weeks, and she was looking for a dress to wear. She found a beauty - a nice red Calvin Klein dress stickered at $134 but tagged at just $49.97. That's 62% off. Customer service was great. When we went to the register to pay, we saw a minor stitching defect at the back of the dress. Our cashier arranged for a runner to head back to the rack with us and we found the exact same dress in perfect condition. No complaints at all.

BK & Co is a ladies boutique owed by two longtime friends Barbara and Karen, hence the name of…read moretheir store. Upon walking inside most items seemed geared toward older ladies. Also, I noticed there were some very wrinkly shirts, from cotton to rayon. Maybe I'm delayed on knowing what's forward in today's fashion, but something tells me every fabric doesn't look best when wrinkly. The further I looked in to the rear of the store, the more I liked the pieces. There are some formal dresses, some purses, shoes and jewelry pieces that I would be interested in when the occasion presents its self. They also have a sale section downstairs. I might return here soon to purchase a birthday gift for my mom.

The overall atmosphere upon entering the store felt less welcoming than expected. The clothing…read moreprices are high relative to the dated fashion selections offered. I'd recommend visiting your local Nordstrom Rack for the same dated fashion trends at a affordable price. I should have read previous reviews before visiting. Both the out of fashion clothing and poor customer service are mentioned.