I am not sure why I had The Ruddy Duck bookmarked in my "to try" list. It might have been because…read morein the Yelp category men's clothing is also listed but upon arrival here after looking around dow stairs and upstairs this is definitely a women's clothing store. Perhaps they had men's clothes at one point in time and they phased it out. Some stores do that. Or sometimes I bookmark businesses and the reason why I did that gets forgotten. But aside from that the merchandise is very nice and good shop situated in downtown Hood River. The clothing has kind of western style spin to it but in a classy, socializing way as opposed to western wear that is also work wear. Everyone that worked here was very nice and they had some very nice blankets that they had here for sale so that is also something to consider while out and about downtown.

A must visit whenever I am in Hood River. The store, located in a house, is loaded with clothing…read morefor the entire family, shoes, accessories, jewelry and gift items. Personally, I like that the staff allows me to wander without constantly asking me how I am or if they can help. I like to browse without pressure and when I am in Hood River, I browse more than purchase! I can't buy something in every store so I walk in and out of the shops and then determine what I can't live without. At Ruddy Duck, I have found and purchased unique handmade earrings, which is my style. I like wearing jewelry that no one else is wearing! On my last visit I found a great black and white boho maxi skirt that transcends all seasons. Especially like that the dressing room has the most spectacular view of the river! Great shop on my "route" whenever I am in the area.

Shortt Supply is a business to be avoided. This business changed ownership recently and it is not…read morewhat it once was; an owner that stood behind their products and valued their customers. Last August I purchased a $150 pair of Topo Athletic shoes from Shortt. The purchase and fitting experience were exemplary. I have worn them occasionally since then approximately once a week for exercise walking. Recently I noticed that both shoes were abrading a hole at the same location on the inside collar. A call to the manufacturer directed me to the dealer to resolve the problem. On my visit to Shortt I was directed to the manager. It was clear from our first interaction that Shortt would not make any effort to resolve the defect in the product. To add insult to injury, after confirming that the shoes had not been subject to excess wear, I was told that I was at fault in my manner of walking despite 70 years of not having a similar issue with any shoe. No relief was offered. While Shortt has a wealth of excellent apparel, shoes and accessories at premium prices, they clearly have no interest in standing behind their products or making any effort at customer service. This is a business that knows it can overcharge tourists who will never be around to seek a remedy for a faulty product. There are several other reputable shoe options in the Gorge and you should give them your business.

For a neighborhood store, its impressive the amount of inventory they have, both in terms of…read morevariety and options within each category. First time I shopped here years ago was because I needed a good pair of walking shoes with arch and heal support. Those working here know what they are doing. They don't just recommend shoes, they fit you for the pair that best meets your specific needs and fits you properly. For anyone who has suffers from foot or knee pain, you know how life changing a properly fitted pair of shoes can be! In addition to a robust shoe, sneaker, running shoe, hiking boot area, Shortt's has all of your camping needs covered. Tents, sleeping bags, outdoor cooking equipment, dehydrated food, small cook stoves and more. They carry every color and size Hydro Flask and totes and coolers, too. Jackets, rain gear, hats, caps, swimsuits, sunglasses, clothing, waterproof pants and tops, maps, books - they have it all. The only section that I wish was more robust is the swim section. I swim an hour a day and while they had a few swimsuits, goggles and swim caps, I was looking for a mesh bag to carry my swim fins, gloves and goggles. They had three TYR bags but they were super bright neon colors and I want something more subtle. This is a family run business and they are all about personal service and as a result, when the store is crowded it can be challenging to get assistance because those working there definitely give full attention to the person they are widening with. It's worth the trade off. Definitely recommend.

Awesome prices! Owner is real kind and accommodating. Great place to consider donating to,…read moreespecially mens clothing.

The prices are great! Plus these guys do good things for the community. You never know what…read moretreasure you might find. They have trouble keeping up with processing donations, so best to call and see if it is a good day to drop them off before you lug your stuff down there.

Love this place... as with all resale shops it can be hit or miss. However there are some great…read morefinds! And the prices are great. Definitely would rather support this place over neighboring competition. They are very kind and helpful. They have some maternity clothes too, which is a win! An assortment of new items and miscellaneous toys and young children's items.

This store has made it possible for me to afford baby clothes and furniture I needed for my baby…read more The owner is always kind and helpful. You can tell she is passionate about her business. I love that I can bring in baby stuff for store credit or cash, since money is tight when you have kids. I'm a customer set for life.

I love this jewel. she has children's clothes and women's clothing. Some house decor and pottery…read morethrown by local potters. Great vibe and perfect place to pick new to me jeans that are currently in style , a name brand sweater or a unique gift for a friend.

I love visiting the store.. not just for my kids but for myself. The littles go play in the play…read morearea while I shop.. The owner is so sweet and only sells the good stuff (I see her for my Madewell jean addiction). The shoe selection is always good and I always peek at the workout clothes because she has great prices for the best brands! I really appreciate the "store credit" when I show up with a bag of out grown clothes to sell :)

Pretty good second hand store for kids and babies. It's a little crammed in there, but I do think…read morethat has gotten better with the new owner. I really appreciate the regular, longer hours the new owner has provided. I love that I can take clothes my kids have grown out of and trade it in for "new" stuff for them. The bad is that I see far to many clothes with holes in them, priced between $3-5. You have to really look over the clothing item as I have almost bought pants with a large hole in the knee. I've seen this more than once. I love digging thru the .25 bin and maybe this is where those clothes should go? There is a lot out front of the store, but I worry that some items might get mold/mildew stains with the wet weather we have. I've experienced this myself with leaving toys or equipment with fabric on it outside. It's hard to get it out! Love this little shop though and hope it continues to be successful!

From the owner: We sell gently used clothing in sizes from newborn to teen as well as baby gear, toys and maternity…read morefashions. We also trade store credit for these items.

Clean and colorful store. My kiddos went bananas in here, so def recommend one adult watching…read morekiddos while you shop. Yes, Beanstalk is a bit on the pricier side in terms of consignment stores, but I did find a number of goodies for each of my kiddos from PJ's to swim wear to toys. I loved the shoes, rain boots, and rain gear selection they had and lots of Hanna Anderson, Columbia, and like clothing. Friendly staff. I would def recommend a stop here. *Street parking

Beanstalk has some frustratingly limited hours, making it difficult to patronize on the regular…read more(especially during the work week!), but when you do manage to get in the door, there's some fantastic treasures to be found here. Although it is primarily a consignment children's clothing store, you'll also find no shortage of wonderful, analog toys to plant the seeds of imagination in your little ones, in the hope that they'll sprout into clever, intelligent, fully-functioning, not-screen-addicted adults! This must be a conscious choice, because I could find nary an electronic device anywhere in the shop! Big kudos from me on that point alone! As for the clothing, let's just say, you're spoilt for choice. While some of the items are a little on the pricier side than I would like for a consignment shop, the quality of the clothing here is impeccable: clean, well-organized, and a healthy variety of sizes and styles. Everything you could need for any age, from newborn and toddler, up through the early grade school years: shirts, pants, dresses, hats, coats, shoes (TONS of shoes!), costumes, and all sorts of accessories! There's also a small selection of baby stuff in the back, including cribs, swings, and a host of different devices that I have no clue as to their function, but will assuredly be learning about them in the coming months (my wife is due next month)! In the last year, I have come to learn that shopping for a new child sucks, mostly because there is a dearth of places that have any quantity of clothing and accessories, outside of the big box stores, which I would prefer not to frequent, if possible. Thankfully, Beanstalk is here to pick up the slack, but you DO have to make an effort to get here during operating hours, particularly if you work during the week: Saturday (from 10am to 5pm) is your only real available option.

This place in INCREDIBLE! Stefanie is the sweetest shop owner you could meet and she has expanded…read moreinto this new beautiful shop. She has everything. My kids could play in there for hours while mommy gets to shop for clothes, shoes, accessories - what other place can you do that? I've stopped in for school clothes, baby shower last minute gifts, needed a new pair of pants because my kid is filthy and we don't have time to stop at home... and sometimes just to come hang out with the bright light of a lady, Stefanie. You should definitely shop here first and save a ton of money on really adorable clothes and goods.

Over the last year we always try to go here first whenever our baby needs anything. Great…read moreassortment of clothes and baby/children's items for low prices! Highly recommended to all parents!