J.Crew Factory store just opened in Congressional Plaza. I was pleasantly surprised to find high…read morequality clothing with a substantial discount to their brand stores. There were plenty of salespeople to wait on customers and help them find items they were interested in. They had some beautiful sweaters, cute jeans, and well dressed manikins to give you style ideas. The store was well organized and had one side of the store for men's clothing and the other for women's clothing. I made a mental note to go back and try on some of the cute, high quality clothing.

My wife and I had some time to spare while our daughter was at a play date. We visited this…read morelocation for the first time and Andrew made the experience well worth it. He was attentive helped with sizes and made rocomendations. I was pleased with his eye for fashion and he did it with a smile. It was well worth stopping by at this location. Thank you for hiring a exceptional employee. This is what you call EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SEVICE. Great job!

I brought an old style Irish dance dress here to shrink way down and restyle for my daughter. Irish…read moredance dresses are a bit tricky with the stiff skirts and Trinh took it all in stride. Though it took a while, with a lot of minor adjustments along the way, it was a big project. The end result was really great and my daughter was so happy. The price was reasonable for basically creating a new dress! And my daughter just loves Trinh. She has a new dress that we need to work on and requested we go back because she's "so nice".

Trinh is great! She did a wonderful job with my dress, is nice, considerate and kind, listened to…read morewhat I wanted and made it happen and affordable, timely, easy!

A charming boutique with a wonderful selection of unique home décor and gifts. I attended an event…read morehere recently and had a great time. The space is cozy and inviting, with a fantastic selection of unique home décor and gifts. It's a lovely spot for both shopping and events!

This place is perfect for unique and creative gifts! It's so close to many neighborhoods in…read moreUrbana. Start here for shopping for those special gifts and you will fall in love with the place and the imaginative staff! No use waiting for the last minute, although you will always find what you do need for those emergency gifts as well. It's topped off with creative wrapping so you are done. Prices are very comparable to other stores.

Very cute hidden gem in Kensington. It's on the other side of the rail road tracks from all the…read moreantique stores. They have great, unique and French inspired household gifts and their prices are very reasonable. Their up-finished furniture all looks really cool and well done. We have not bought any, but are always interested to see what they have. The owner is also very friendly and has great taste. I would certainly recommend stopping in when in Kensington.

If you're looking for a small business to support, look no further than here. In downtown…read moreKensington across the tracks and next to Oak, this placed is filled with the practical and eclectic. Great linens for the kitchen, candles and soaps, refurbished furniture, and glass- and ceramic wear. Reasonable prices for imported and high quality items.

Q&P (Queen & Princess) Boutique is a new shop that opened up in the Kentlands! Located on the lower…read morelevel of the ever-so-charming Gazebo Cafe, this boutique has a lovely selection of dresses, tops, blouses, jackets, sweaters, skirts, handbags, and accessories. I am all about the print and embroideries! I loved the dresses with the floral prints and the gray 3/4 sleeve sweater with pockets (LOVE POCKETS!). All of the pieces seem to give that whimsical and chic vibe with high quality material. They also have a variety of sizes, so don't be afraid to check them out and try it on (there's one dressing room in the back). The owners allow you to peruse at your own leisure! I highly recommend this boutique - the prices are very reasonable and comparable, if not less, than other high-end boutiques. It's very rare to come across a clothing store that offers a great selection of lasting pieces, but also unique ones - you won't have to worry about another individual wearing the same outfit as you! Plenty of free parking along Main. +located at the lower level of Gazebo Cafe +beautiful, high-quality women's clothing! +check out their selection of prints and embroideries! +free street parking along Main

Cozy and friendly atmosphere that made me excited to read--which is exactly what bookstores should…read moredo! I love the idea of the children's lending library. This is a welcome addition to the community.

Cozy, charming independent bookstore with a great vibe, selection and people. New and used books,…read morelarge children's section, and comfy seating. Excited to have them in the community!

Eva and her talented designer brother deserve ten stars! I brought in two rings I no longer wore…read moreand wanted to recreate a design I'd seen online using my own stones. It took work and patience to help me choose which stones to use, stay within my budget, and make the most of what I already had. The whole process, including communication and additional approvals with the designer in Hong Kong, was seamless and professional. I'll admit I worried I'd asked for the impossible (as my stones were close but not a perfect match to those in the inspiration design), but the finished ring is even more beautiful than the photo I showed them. It's honestly the prettiest piece I've ever owned, and so special because it was custom made. Eva and her brother are knowledgeable, honest, and incredibly skilled. I've never designed jewelry for myself before, nor do I ever really treat myself to something like this, but I'm so glad I did. Four Seasons made the entire experience unforgettable!

Excellent Took great care in fixing a clasp on a necklace…read more Friendly Professional Definitely recommend this great jewelry and repair shop

This is a really nice, bright, well-organized small-yet-large space with a whole lot of selection…read morein looks and media. You can find cool jewelry, ceramics (including chopstick bowls!), paintings, greeting cards, and other things for your body, walls, tables, etc. Great place to come find a gift for a friend, family member, or yourself! The visual appeal of this place enhances the area around it -- even if you don't go in, just the sign is so cool-looking! That -- and, of course, the promise of art inside! -- is what drew me in .... Of course, it's not just the aesthetic that is inviting, but also the people found within. I was greeted warmly and bought my cute card easily. In addition to being a place to see a showcase of locally-made art, there are also classes to be had and things to be learned here! Again, even if you don't attend a class, coming here can -- and mostly likely will! -- inspire you in many ways, including possibly getting you to want to make art of your own, giving you great, accessible ways to enhance your life with more artistry all around! It's a place to peruse when you have the time ... or just 'pop in' and still pick out something really cool when you don't! All-around awesome place! :-D

I noticed that this gallery is now open in Downtown Crown so my wife and I decided to drop by…read more There is a terrific selection of art in a variety of media including paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry and small treasures. We were really impressed by the diversity of mediums, including some techniques we have never seen before. Everything is made by local artists, and I feel there is something in this store for every taste. Furthermore the staff were very helpful, and were artists themselves!