As small as this outlet is (fewer than 35 stores), we always enjoy shopping at Tanger Outlets when…read morevisiting Blowing Rock. We never fail to find good sales here - regardless of when we visit--and we like that the outlet is so close to the downtown area. The only store I feel is missing is Eddie Bauer. All of our other favorites, however, are here. And don't miss out on the LOFT store, which is located on the right at the main entrance. Don't miss a stop here if you're visiting BR or Boone!

I decided to visit the Shoppes on the Parkway and I was shocked at the number of retail stores…read morethat closed since my last visit there two years ago. Half of the shopping center closed.

Great store with lots of high quality merchandise, very neatly fluffed and folded on display…read more Prices are pretty clearly marked and that's a good thing. I don't know if it met the "factory store" prices I was hoping for but it is cheaper than buying it at a mall department store. $89.50 for a polo shirt. Technically, it's a "Polo" shirt but when you take off the 25% or 40% for the current sale plus another 15% for subscribing to their text messages, it is actually not entirely unreasonable. Lots of different colors going on. Some Spring on the 40% off table and some Autumn/Winter rolled out. We didn't do too much damage to the credit card but I'm mostly pleased with what we took home today. [Review 15915 overall - 3130 in North Carolina - 1420 of 2021.]

This store is hands down the best Ralph Lauren store I've ever been to. They have the best prices…read moreI've ever seen, and even better if you get the 25% of coupons in your email or by text. Their prices are even less than T.J. Maxx or Marshalls but with an obviously better selection. The customer service is what sets this place apart from any other. They will search the system for your size for any item and will almost mail to your house for free if they don't have it at their location. I've not seen service like this from any other retailer. The quality of the clothes is also some of the best you'll find. I highly recommend their new moisture wicking, stretch button down shirts. Looks like a dress shirt but feels like an Under Armour t-shirt. They are the most comfortable dress and business casual shirts I've ever worn. They don't wrinkle and could be considered a traveler shirt as well. I'm hoping they start offering these in more detailed dress shirt sizing rather than just S, M, L, etc. Think they would be a hit. At the end of the day, the customer service is the best here, and the prices and selection (even if you have to work with their staff to find your sizes in some cases) are great reasons to add this store as a regular stop in Blowing Rock.

I grew up in the area but moved away and visit every couple years. We had not been to the outlet in…read moreabout 4 years since before the pandemic but were visiting and had a chance to shop here for the first time. It was nice to see all the jacket options, t-shirts, shorts, vests, socks, hats, shoes, etc. the staff were super nice and approachable and there are 2 changing rooms in the back right corner when you walk in. Prices are great (obviously outlet range), and they have lots of sizes. ----TL;DR---- Pros: plenty of parking, good prices, friendly staff, good selection Cons: none Bottom Line: if you need some Columbia sportswear brand gear, here's the place to shop

From the owner: Our Columbia factory store is located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina at Shoppes on the Parkway. We…read morecarry innovative outerwear, sportswear, footwear, and accessories for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. Stop by our outlet store before you take on your next adventure this fall and winter. We have men's and women's snow boots, winter jackets, ski pants, and gloves to keep you warm this season. Whether sledding Blue Ridge Parkway, skiing the slopes on Appalachian Ski Mountain, snowboarding Beech Mountain Ski Resort, or cross-country skiing at Sugar Mountain Resort, we have the equipment to fuel your outdoor thrills. Shop our large inventory of performance products that will keep you warm, dry, cool, and protected year-round.

This afternoon, I went to the Hanes Brands store at 200 Shoppes On The Parkway, Suite 46. There was…read moreone woman working, there were no other customers but she didn't greet us, or ask if we needed help. I picked out a pair of black pants with a handwritten tag that said $21.00 and they were on a 40% off rack. I paid and as I was walking toward the door, I checked my receipt. I went back to the register and showed her that she rang them up as $24.00 and it should've been $21.00. She said she didn't know who wrote that tag, but the UPC code that they wrote, pulled up $24.00. She said she couldn't fix it because there was nothing she could ring up for $21.00. If she had looked inside the pants, she would have seen a different UPC code on the sewn in label and she could've resolved the issue. Instead, she just stood there looking at me and didn't even apologize. I walked away and she said nothing. You might say, "it's only $3" but her total lack of customer service was extremely aggravating.

This Loft Outlet oddly enough has been cast off from the rest of the shops in Tanger Outlets as…read moreit's all by its lonesome at the front of the shopping center. The store itself is pretty massive, and there seemed to be a lot of great deals going on when I was there. Luckily it wasn't too crowded even on a Sunday (no waiting to get into a fitting room) when I went, and the saleswomen were helpful and polite. So I found a top that I wanted to buy, and it was buy one, get one (BOGO) free. I asked if I could buy just one at 50% off but my request was declined. I just bought two in different colors though I didn't really need two shirts in the same general style. Does anyone else find BOGO for shirts less than ideal??? Maybe it's just me then.

This Levi's outlet is awesome. The entire staff is very friendly in person and on the phone. They…read morehave a great selection of jeans and there's always a sale going on, even on already reduced prices, hence Outlet. Great selection & great staff!

Service was excellent! We tried on several items and found with assistance from the clerk, exactly…read morewhat we looking for! They were helpful and personable. Went out of her way to make sure we were happy with purchases. The day we went , had a good selection and great sales and a coupon for 30% off. Jockey is a good brand, value name brand and a big bonus to have great sale staff at the Blowing Rock location.

From the owner: Welcome to Jockey Outlet in Blowing Rock, NC! Shop Jockey stores for over 600 styles of underwear,…read moret-shirts, bras, panties, activewear and more for both men and women. Find exclusive sales and a great assortment of Jockey underwear styles and sizes.

Great selection and friendly staff. We love this outlet. The men and women's sections are well…read morestocked and they have a large clearance section too.

So shopping can be a challenge in this part of the mountains, so this particular outlet store is a…read morenice additon to the options. Sale prices are just that...sales of good that sometime seem a bit different than you'd find in a Retail store, but still a good bargin....and a good way to kill some time before dinner.