Stopped in here while I was at the Wharf (waiting for a table at a nearby restaurant). My son found…read morea few trinkets and so I thought we'd get them since we had a little time. There were a couple of people in front of us in line, no big deal. But, when it got to the person directly in front of us I began to wonder if they really wanted my business. The woman at the register (who I found out was the manager) was moving as slow as possible, literally having complete conversations about various topics. And she kept looking at me, looking away, and then seemed to just move slower (no I'm sorry, with you in a minute, etc). It was one of the stranger (and more uncomfortable) service experiences I've had in recent memory. After suggesting that I would just go elsewhere where she did offer to ring me up and offered a 50 cent discount for the wait. I did purchase the items because my son was getting upset and I wanted to shield him from the ugliness of the situation. However, the manager just didn't seem like she wanted to serve me and I really felt like I was being treated differently than other customers. I won't speculate about why, but needless to say there are plenty of other businesses in the area that I know will happily serve me and I will never walk through the door of this one again.

Diament Jewelry is a shop that's more than a jewelry store. They sell a number of gift items with a…read morefocus on the snarky and sarcastic. Browsing the beautifully laid out store is so fun! They also sell items in honor of RBG and other women heroes.

I can't believe I never knew about this spot! A coffee shop AND sneaker boutique in one? Yeah, this…read moreis my type of place. They have a solid collection of sneakers and usually carry Jordan releases (definitely check ahead for drop dates). I was debating on what to grab, and the staff gave me great recommendations. I actually came back on a different day for a sneaker drop no regrets at all. So happy I found this gem. :) And the funny part? When someone asks where I got my shoes from and I say "Somewhere," it sounds like I'm gatekeeping but I'm literally telling the truth. Genius branding if you ask me. lol Since I was already there, I had to try one of their seasonal matcha drinks: CARAMEL BUTTER MATCHA - $8.50 I ordered it with oat milk. The blend was smooth and well-balanced. I personally would've loved it just a tad sweeter, but honestly, no complaints. It was still really good. The staff? Super helpful, friendly, and just a whole vibe. The energy in there is welcoming and cool without being overwhelming. They also sell merch, which feels very intentional and on-brand not just random pieces thrown in. Speaking of branding, I LOVE the name and the decor. It's clean, spacious, and aesthetically pleasing. And that blue bag? So fire. Definitely giving Nipsey blue vibes This is one of those spots I'll be back to whether it's for a sneaker drop or a matcha fix.

SOMEWHERE is an interesting combination of street wear store and cafe in Navy Yard, and I stopped…read moreby before the Nationals vs. Dodgers game last Saturday afternoon. Majority of Navy Yard is populated with local chains, and SOMEWHERE offered something unique. BLUE MATCHA - 8 I think this is just milk + spirulina (don't think there's actually matcha in here, but maybe there was so little of it that I couldn't tell). Either way, it was disappointing. It tasted like blue-colored whole milk with a slight "sea umami" flavor from the spirulina. Definitely not worth how much I paid for in terms of quality and quantity.

This is a great gift shop and it was near our hotel in Washington, DC. Also a great place to seek…read morerefuge from the cold winter conditions. I picked up an informative and well- illustrated book (and easy to understand map) as I was about to check out the monuments on the national mall. It provided a brief description and history of each. Lots of options in this Gift Shop.t

GR8 selection for all tourists to get something to remember your trip by! EVERYTHING in DC is…read moreEXPENSIVE so be prepared to spend what money you have.

One of the most interesting and fashionable boutiques I've been to in a long time! I'm a fan and a…read moreregular. Unique pieces straight off the runway that you can also wear to Costco...if you're fashionable!

I love this place! I was introduced to Ricki and her crew six years ago and I have bought so many…read morewonderful pieces over the years. Ricki is the fairy godmother of the fashion world. You can walk in literally any size or shape and she will have something that works for your body type. She throws fabulous events which attract amazing women from all corners of DC. Her daughter Katie is also a fantastic recent addition to the staff. Both women are adept at creating a welcoming space for exploring fashion.

CityCenter DC is an outdoor mall with plenty of great dining options. The shopping is a little…read morelimited for me as most of them were on the expensive side It's a great place to walk around and look at non-museums for a change. Or grab a drink, a dessert or have great dining options for a change.

Cute, upscale area in DC. I love stopping by the gelato café after dinner, and the David Yurman…read moreboutique is conveniently right next door. There's so much to offer here. I'll definitely be back to try the Michelin-starred restaurants.

What I said in my previous review…read more... I always stop by this store when I'm in town and this time I picked a gorgeous tea towel, some embroidery kits, pins.... All made by local artists. There's always something new here -- stop in!

I love this store. It means so much to me to not only be able to support local DC artists but also…read moreget really cute and unique gifts and/or items for my home. I recently wanted some cute stickers for a sticker exchange I'm doing with friends and shop made in DC had a huge selection of vinyl stickers so they can go on your water bottle and are dishwasher safe. Plus the staff working there was so friendly and helpful! They also had some snack samples and it always smells so good in there

L'Enfant Plaza, Washington DC - I was drawn in by the super fun Cinco de Mayo display at this fun…read morenew store in the shopping area near the food court. The store just moved from Crystal City. It's clean and neat and organized by party category. I could tell patrons were enjoying the party music and atmosphere. I found some cute Easter accessories including paper cups and napkins. There's also a nice assortment of patriotic party items as well. Service was friendly and I felt my retro Easter bunny cut out was a good value and will look great on my front door. I will definitely return as the featured squawking rubber chickens were calling my name. Thanks Total Party for brightening my day!

Came here to get balloons and the service and quality were 10/10! Mikey was super helpful and went…read moreabove and beyond! The location can a little confusing but once you find it's not an issue! Definitely return for more party needs!

Lots of selection and i mean lots....really nice people working there. The best souvenir store I've…read moreever been to in DC. Prices not too bad.

Nice place. Great selection. Competitive prices. Friendly staff. Good quality merchandise…read more It's my go to place when I need a souvenier in DC. I think this location is better priced than the one in the malls. My experience has been that the quality and prices are better, here, than at the carts on the street.

Summit to Soul stocks women's fitness gear from premium brands like Beyond Yoga, Oiselle, and…read moreOnzie, most of which (I think) are responsibly sourced/women-owned brands. The day I stopped by, they had just gotten a new shipment in and there were tons of cute styles to choose from in colors perfect for fall. Additionally, they sell accessories like yoga mats, water bottles, and candles. After walking around the shop for a while, I bought a long-sleeved running top from Oiselle to wear during fall training runs, and I love it. It's breathable and warm, and already a staple athletic top in my closet. I also saw a really cool running tank with "Hill Runners" written down the back that I have my eye on, so I'll definitely be back. I'm so glad I stumbled across this place on a walk around my neighborhood a few weeks ago. It's convenient, sells some of my favorite brands, and is different from the lululemon stores around DC, but best of all Summit to Soul is invested in their customers and the surrounding community. Apparently, they host workouts, runs and community events in southeast DC. I really want to join their Wednesday night long run squad, take advantage of the yoga classes, and become part of the running community here.

Just ordered the cutest workout clothes from their website that I've been seeing through their…read morewindow on my strolls! I know they're shipping for free, but they're also doing curbside! Everything is really high quality and fairly priced...have a feeling this will be the first of many orders!!!