What can I say, I like to be fancy sometimes, and this Capital Region boutique always has exactly…read morewhat I'm looking for, even before I know what it is I'm looking for, ya know what I mean? This shop offers an entirely different shopping experience than we're used to in the Capital Region. Instead of rummaging through the racks at the big box or off-price stores, shopping at Fancy Schmancy is like the Cadillac of shopping experiences: pretty much one-stop shopping for all your fancy outfit needs, with attentive and sweet sales associates helping you find what you're looking for, minus the crowds and the parking and the other headaches that come with shopping at places like the mall. Fancy Schmancy is popular on the high school prom circuit (and rightfully so!); however, this shop is so much more than prom dresses and ball gowns - it's one of my favorite places to shop when I'm looking for something a little fancier than usual, so if/when you need something for a special occasion, you should definitely give this place a try! From black tie weddings to causal holiday parties, and I've always felt like a million bucks while wearing anything I've ever purchased from this shop, like the perfect cocktail dresses for my sister's December rehearsal dinner and black tie wedding in July, or a long tweed vest with a faux fur trimmed collar and pockets outlined with a uniform row of pearls and silver beads for a casual holiday party, I've found the perfect threads to wear for any occasion. And it's not just the clothes, either. Fancy Schmancy has a beautiful display and selection of jewelry/costume jewelry to accessorize with, not to mention trendy hair pieces, like top knot and Renaissance style headbands, sparkly bobby pins, and the latest craze: jumbo flip clips. I actually picked up a pair of jumbo flip clips adorned in pearls to wear to the holiday party with the faux fur vest (I was getting a blow out so why not be extra fancy, right?) and what started an impulse buy at the register turned into my new favorite hair accessory! They have a really fun social media feed (@fancyschmancycouture) and true story: one time last summer I raced over there after I saw a really cool newspaper print jumper in their Instagram Stories, because it was the perfect outfit to wear to an event I had that weekend. So if anyone doubts the power of social media, I'm a good case study. They have a good price point overall - some things can be a little on the higher end (the fancier cocktail dresses and pieces in that department), but their casual wear is pretty reasonable, and it's definitely boutique quality and selection over the mass produced stuff you see on the racks virtually everywhere else. Social media is a great way to keep up with their inventory and, more importantly, sales! In fact, right now until the end of the year (literally one more day) they're offering 40% off casual wear, so I'm tempted to pop in to see what last minute deals of 2019 I can snag! If you're still looking for a NYE outfit, I highly suggest you save yourself the headache and aggravation of rummaging through the racks at the mall and give this boutique a try - you might be surprised! I know I was.

the owner Suzanne was fabulous and so easy to work with. the girls were helpful and very friendly!…read moreIt was a great experienc.

I've been trying to patronize this business since they were in Delmar. The service is awful. I may…read morehave made @10 trips here and only purchased when I was greeted- first time when pregnant, second time when the shoes outweighed the customer service. Went yesterday for the LAST time to prove to my friend that we should boycott. Walked in the door, 4-5 sales associates standing around the register. NO ONE SPOKE to us. We browsed the front, walked to the back and not a simple "hello". I've always suspected that it was because i am black but that's the easy way out. My friend is Korean and they did the same to her (perhaps because she was with me lol). This business is just whack and their selections have declined since the 90s. Save your money, shop elsewhere.

Circles has an amazing selection of high end clothing. A…read moreperfect location in Stuyvesant Plaza.

How not to run a business…read more My Freshman at Cazenovia was in the dressing room to try on a shirt/blouse and after making a choice at 5"04 pm went to the desk to cash out, but was told that the Sale ended at 5 PM. They wouldn,t budge. So in a nice way left the store. Their inventory is fine but please remember the customer is right

Really love Copper Fox, Me and my friends go here all the time because they have great…read moreclothes,accessories and brands like free people which is one of my favorites! The workers there are always super friendly and helpful and I always make sure to go there when I'm in Troy. Wish there was a boutique like this where I go to school but at least I have one at home:) Unique clothes and gifts whether you're looking for yourself or someone else!

This is the coolest women's' clothing store I 've ever been in. The clothes are unique and of good…read morequality. Prices are comparable to other boutique women's shops. If you're looking to stand out in a crowd without breaking the bank you should start here. You'll have time to treat yourself to lunch afterwards! AND everyone will want to know where you bought it!

Great selection!! This store is whimsical and fun with such a wonderful range of prices for a…read moreboutique. The staff are friendly and welcoming and I can't wait to go back and see what new items they have in stock soon!

Finally found a chic boutique with stellar brands that match every occasion. Though the regulars…read moreare known by a first name basis and they can be quite intimidating, this family-run boutique is successful because of them. On my first visit I found statement pieces that didn't break the budget thanks to good timing. Can't wait to pop in more often!

I was at Newton Plaza waiting for my husband to have an appointment so I stopped in today looking…read morefor a few items to freshen up my wardrobe . I liked that they offer men's clothing also and wanted to pick up a few things for my spouse . The sales person didn't greet me immediately, but after about 5 minutes she asked if I needed help. I responded I wanted to look around for a few minutes, and she replied, "the sales clothing are in the back." I spent quite some time looking around in both the front and back and she never once spoke to me again. I was the only person in the store. I found a few items to try on and not once did she come to the dressing room and ask if I needed another size or if I needed assistance. Here's what is important to me: customer service. This shop wasn't offering brands I couldn't find somewhere else. I did ask for assistance in finding a size and she did do a quick look for me. I purchased 2 items and said thank you as she handed me my receipt, her response , "OK ." Not a thank you , not one thank you for making a purchase . I intended to take my husband to look around after his appointment , however I was so disgusted with the salesperson, I refused to patronize this establishment ever again. So confused by other reviews stating great friendly salespeople , must have been written by the owner's family.

I visited this place in order to find a prom dress. Now, I am not a very skinny girl, but I'm also…read morenot a very big girl. However, their selection of dresses seem to only fit the "ideal" body type. Their selection does not take into account girls with bigger chests, and they have a very small range of sizes. In addition, the amount of fallout from the glitter was insane. The value of the dresses seems pretty decent, it's just the glitter was everywhere. Service was okay. I had no problem with going into the changing rooms or anything like that. However, please, Windsor. Please take care of us girls that are on the bigger side. Diversity is key. This place creates insecurity and frankly made me feel like I wasn't worth being invited to prom by my partner..

The Windsor changing, and I hope they don't blow me…read more Located at the massive sprawling Crossgates Mall in Albany and featuring a lot of decent goods and sexy outfits and swimming stuff, and one of the popular stores of the mall, and one of Barbie's faves too. And service is pretty nice too but with these prices, I will stick with three stars.

De Anna's seems to foster a love/hate reaction. Most of the reviews that have been previously…read morewritten are based upon the bridal services provided by the business. So far, only one other review has addressed the rest of the business which includes women's clothing, jewelry, candy, soaps and other personal care products, greeting cards, knickknacks, and holiday gifts. There is a sign on the back of the building where the main entrance is located, directing bridal service customers in one direction and all others to a different entrance. We were in search of holiday gift ideas and purchases so we avoided the bridal entrance - you probably need an appointment to shop there in any event. As already noted, there are a lot of things for sale in the main store, and that may be a problem. While the clothing, almost exclusively for women ( I saw a sign saying they have men's hats and scarves) appears to be well organized by color, there is so much of it packed into racks and on shelves that it actually is a chore to browse. If you are looking for products made in the U.S.A. or Canada, there are options available. Staff were friendly and helpful in our search for personal care products. They offered to gift bag our purchase and removed all price stickers. However, when we requested who made their chocolate candy, the only response was that it came from a variety of places. As one other reviewer pointed out, an important feature that is lacking in the store is a restroom for customers. You may have to drive a mile or so to find one (Hannaford? Shop Rite?). Also note that they do not take the American Express card.

Terrible, inflexible return policy. I live in Boston, got a cardigan sweater gift for Xmas, wasn't…read moresure about it, kept it and figured I could exchange when I came back to Albany end of Jan. Exchange, not return, not money back, just exchange. Went to return and was told 1/20/23 was cutoff for returns/exchanges. I was there a week later. I pleaded with the owner, Dianne, to make an exception, but she stated she already did reorders based on 1/20/23 inventory, so she won't help me. My sister has shopped there often over decades. She won't anymore. I guess not allowing 1 exchange is worth losing a lot of future business

Had to find a last minute outfit for an engagement party. This store has a lot of inventory, the…read moreonly downside is some of the designs are a little dated. But for the capital region and the lack of desi fashion stores it is good..

From the owner: Indian Clothing American Party Wear Evening Formal and Prom Dresses Belly Dancing Costumes Body…read moreJewelry Bollywood Replicas Anarkali Lehenga Sarees Traditional Bridal Outfits Men's Sherwani Kids clothing Indian Fashion Jewelry Bangles Bindi Tikas Bags Shoes Islamic Wear Eyebrow Threading and more