My husband and I had a wonderful experience at Darien Running Company getting him fitted for new…read morerunning shoes with the assistance of Kasey! Kasey facilitated an analysis of the feet while walking/standing, explained the results, and recommended various options accordingly. My husband tried HOKA, New Balance, and Adidas shoes and ended up having trouble deciding between two. Kasey helped him consider price/appearance to complete his decision! She was also excellent at engaging in conversation and providing informative, friendly service. We were in and out of the store in probably 20 minutes with a new pair of shoes/socks for little over $100! Darien Running Co was an excellent stop during our weekend away from NYC. I highly recommend!

I don't usually write reviews, but I left the Darien Running Store feeling frustrated and,…read morehonestly, a bit insulted. The first two times I came in, the service was great -- helpful, friendly, and attentive. But this last visit was a completely different story. No one greeted us when we walked in. We stood there clearly waiting, but the staff completely ignored us. They were too busy having personal conversations with other people -- not even helping them, just chatting as if it were a hangout spot. One worker spent the entire time stacking shoe boxes and never once looked up or acknowledged us. Not even a "Hey, we'll be with you in a minute." Nothing. We waited patiently, but after about 20 minutes of being completely overlooked, we just walked out. It's one thing to be busy, but this felt like they didn't care at all that we were there. It was rude, unprofessional, and disappointing -- especially considering how good the service used to be. Unfortunately, after this experience, I won't be coming back. Other running stores actually treat their customers with respect.

Why are there no reviews for this place? I have to admit I've been going to the movie theatre and…read moreStarbucks right there for years and never felt compelled to go inside until yesterday. Yes, they most definitely carried clothes for the typical mommies running around Fairfield County. To me, it was like I found their uniform shop - lol! But aside from these "typical uniforms" you see on most of the local Stepford wives, Chou Chou also carried plenty of unique, interesting clothing & accessories. I happily walked out with some nice new clothes. What was most impressive was the helpful and friendly staff. Where do you get that type of service these days? In very few places, sad to say. Here at Chou Chou, the staff was excellent. I will most definitely make this place part of my shopping arsenal from here on in.

Ok so I don't shop a ton in your store. I literally should do more for myself (it's not u it's me)…read more However I bought a blue Annabel Ingall and I love the bag. Each time I've been in your store you and your daughter (guess) are so helpful. I really need to get shopping and come in more often. Local vibe and very attentive. I will make a point to come back in soon!

Wonderful clothing Amazing owner‼ I've been shopping there for years because of the wonderful…read moreselection of clothing. Thank you , Pam

If you aren't a department store type, then you might find your haven at Aquarius, the go-to place…read morefor creative "Indie" fashion. The owner, Pam, has an eye for unusual, mostly unconstructed styles, colorful, comfortable boutique clothing. It's always uplifting to shop there. I've discovered many must-have accessories there too. Aquarius is a Darien gem.

Totally positive experience. We brought in a lamp that had, we thought, died, but the technician…read morereplaced a simple fuse and charged us all of five dollars for his time. Small stores like this deserve your business. They certainly have ours.

I rarely write reviews but on the back of great service I felt compelled to share my experience…read more Small repair, fixed confidently, during my visit, with a smile. Well done.

The clothing selection is fill with dated trends, and not in a charming, vintage way--just the same…read moretired styles year after year. Or they OVER buy on a trend from the 2000's....There's no variety. There's nothing that makes this place worth a visit. Most of the staff is just as uninspiring. They offer a halfhearted greeting when you walk in, but beyond that, they're completely disengaged--mostly standing around with their arms crossed, looking like they'd rather be anywhere else. Which makes sense because they barely make minimum wage, which is concerning considering how much the owner walks away with year after year. I probably wouldn't be inspired to help customers either. It's pretty obvious that the owner of this store couldn't care less about their employees--or their customers, for that matter. Unless you're looking for outdated clothes and indifferent service, I'd recommend shopping elsewhere. Go shop at the family owned business Richard's in Greenwich much better selection, happy employees and OWNERS!

Darien sport shop seems to have survived the online revolution with help from, you guessed it Santa…read moreClaus. Every year Santa comes and kids line up from across the country to sit on his lap and tell them what they want. In Darien, that could be a new Canada goose jacket (available at DSS) or a new pair of Nordic skis (available at DSS). Maybe even a new Range Rover (not available but DSS can order it). And for the adults who brave the intense December line to catch a glimpse of the big guy, they setup a makeshift bar (no charge of course) with Bloody Mary's, Mimosas, Beer, Wine, all the fixings. Back to Santa, did I mention this guy is the real deal? He claims that he runs a bird seed shop in the off season, lol. Yea Kringle, I ain't buying it. Tell those elves at the North Pole that the socks you brought me in '94 were bull$#&!. Jk I'm a good boy I take it back.

I went here for alterations on my wedding dress and change into dress which needed quite a bit of…read morework. The alterations were done beautifully and the staff is very talented and helpful. I would recommend!

From the owner: We accept custom orders on gown, suits and accessories, as well as alterations on your favorites!…read more Rest assured we will make sure your dress fits perfectly and you look the best on your special day and every day!

Whoever manages this store should be ashamed. To say it's disorganized is an understatement…read more There's literally piles of clothing on the floors. Shoes are an utter disaster. There's never anyone to ask for help. I avoid this store unless I'm desperate.

I wasn't sure I'd make it out alive at this location. I thought the store may have been bombed or…read moresuffered an earthquake. The piles and piles of random clothes- stacked higher than 5 feet on almost every display table is alarming. If that doesn't make you want to run out of there- check out The dressing room! I'd be safe to say there could be small children trapped beneath the rummage of clothing piled high. I noticed this happening at this location for some time but nothing ever improves and it has come to look like a scene out of Hoarders. So bad.