This boutique is super adorable. I went in looking for a gift for a friend and I came out with so…read moremuch more! The associates were personable and helpful. This is one small business I support and you should too!

Absolutely adorable. This place is a one stop shop for everything you may need. Carefully curated,…read moreit's the perfect gifting store! The associates are so helpful and knowledgeable about product.

A Retail Experience Worth Writing Home About (Especially Thanks to Ali!)…read more Every time I visit Portland, I make it a point to wander through the charming streets of the Northwest District, and no trip feels complete without a stop at Betsy & Iya, the boutique gem tucked next to Lei Brilla Coffee and just around the corner from the apartment I rent during my stays. It's more than just a boutique; It truly is a haven of design, warmth, and thoughtful curation. What truly elevates the experience, however, is Ali, the Store Manager and absolute heart of the space. As someone with over 15 years in retail management myself, I hold high expectations when it comes to customer experience, ambiance, and the quality of service and Ali certainly exceeds every single one of them. From our in-store conversation to her warm, personal email follow-ups, she has gone above and beyond--not just in product knowledge and service, but in genuine human connection. Ali even took the time to send me a direct vendor link when the shop didn't carry my size. Who does that anymore? Essentially, Ali seals the deal: her authenticity, enthusiasm, and eye for styling reflect the values of a brand that truly gets it. She's one of those rare retail professionals you never forget: sharp, kind, and full of local insight. Her outreach made me feel more like a friend than a customer, and that's something algorithms and online carts simply can't replicate. Whether you're a Portland local or a visitor falling for the city like I did, don't miss out on Betsy & Iya. It's a boutique that perfectly captures the spirit of Portland: creative, inclusive, and deeply personal. If you're lucky enough to chat with Ali while you're there, I guarantee the experience will linger long after your purchase. I can't wait to visit again! See you soon Ali and Team! Five stars aren't enough. --Edwin M.

My mom and I had an appointment today with Hailey for permanent jewelry and we had a great…read moreexperience! She was so sweet and extremely careful and meticulous throughout the process. We had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend this place to anyone!

This is a strange way to start a positive review, but I need to say - this is not my kind of thrift…read morestore. I like the sort of sprawling and overfilled place where you might have to dig through a lot of junk, but you may be rewarded with a piece of exceptionally inexpensive treasure. This place is actually what it states in the name - a secondhand boutique. Most items are fairly affordable, all are in good condition, and each one has been thoughtfully chosen for its style and quality. The items tend toward a more classic and conservative style. The people who work here seem quite friendly. I didn't buy anything - but I would absolutely recommend it to someone looking for a boutique shopping experience rather than classic thrifting.

Great place to shop and it's all for donations to veterans. All their items are like new and…read morestylish. Prices are very reasonable.

Ok this is the best store ever! My sister, cousin and I stumbled into this store after a wedding…read moreweekend and we were so surprised how much we loved all the pieces! We all have individually different styles and tastes, but somehow the owner kept bringing us suggestions that were SPOT ON! I didn't know Natalie was the owner until later, but up until that point I was like "ok this person needs to be a professional stylist or something!" (Duh, she runs this store so she's doing exactly what she should be doing with her talent!) Natalie could pick up our cues and notice what styles we liked, and yet she would suggest certain new styles that I didn't even know I would like! My sister said she was literally going to cancel Stitch Fix and just ask Natalie what to buy! That's exactly what this experience is --- stitch fix but in person! I really appreciate that she even went to the back and gave us choices on items that weren't on the floor yet - it made us feel special! Plus she knew what was coming in style, which was nice to know because I really don't follow fashion. The pieces at this store are exactly my style: almost an Anthropologie vibe but more staple pieces and slightly preppy. Basically anyone can find something they like here! There are some simple pieces but hang really well on the body, no matter what size you are. I LOVE the fall/winter looks and I was tempted to buy sweaters and jackets even though it was 93 degrees out LOL! (Store is nicely air conditioned.) I also like the price range, which isn't insanely stupid expensive but quality pieces deserve the accurate pricing. (Ranging from 30-$120, not like $250+ like some LA boutique stores.) We liked so many pieces that we kept checking out with more and more items! I didn't even mean to stay for that long! Natalie- we still rave about you and your amazing customer service!! Thank you for a great shopping experience!

I stumbled upon Sloan years ago and recently became reaquainted with the boutique. I went with a…read morefriend who has a really hard time shopping, often feeling ignored by sales staff. The folks working were AMAZING! They were kind, encouraging, and attentive without feeling pushy. Eloisa was especially magical, helping my friend feel comfortable and seen. Sloan has a lot of fun clothing with reasonable prices. Eloisa helped us put together great outfits and was especially encouraging. I think the only thing I would encourage is an increased range of sizes (into the XL+ arena) so that more body types ca be served.

Gorgeous shop with many colorful, impeccably made garments. Kind and attentive service. It's so…read morerefreshing to have a local dress shop with such a wide variety of sizes. So happy to have this little shop in the neighborhood and will be back again soon!

Loved everything so very feminine. The girls were wonderful to work with and helpful!read more

As with all discount stores, you either come home with a truck load of treasures or hardly…read moreanything. With my last shopping trip being the latter, I came home with at least a Jo Malone cologne discovery collection of 8 small vials for $19. Although I was looking for a full sized Jo Malone and didn't find any, at least I can use the vials for travel.

I was so glad that I did a recent visit. My previous time dropping in was a complete mess…read more Apparently they took a lot of notes because they massively improved. First of all, their underwear area was a complete disaster the last time I visited. The floor was completely covered in bras, almost piled up to my knees... I was very confused like I must have missed the apocalypse. This time I was able to really see all of the merchandise! It was laid out so nicely on racks. I swear they used to have carpet... all I know is that it was smooth concrete, so easy to walk around and I don't have to dig through things to find my size. This isn't a bin situation. They also rearranged the shoes and the aisles do seem a touch smaller there which, as far as complaints go, that is a small one. It was also nice that their sizes and the way each of the racks are marked seemed way better. I am a sort of odd sizing and ladies, can we discuss for a moment a few key things. Those of us with substantial breasts... why do all clothing manufacturers want to put a billboard of some type on our chest? And since I am a larger size now and older... it's nice that you want to allow us to show off parts but everything is either a tent or I'm practically naked. And, stop making clothing for larger sizes with material that has zero give. I'm going to rip it even just trying it on! I did find several amazing dresses though that were just perfect... showing off the curves without horribly uncomfortable material. You can always tell the trends happening while going down. The line waiting for a register. This season we are into cloth bandages, obnoxious swizzle sticks for your drinks and pickleball which I am so exhausted hearing about.

WOW! What gorgeous clothing and helpful sales people. I'm a regular shopper here and I can't say…read moreenough wonderful things about this local business. I practically buy every gift for my mother here and usually spoil her because the display outfits are gorgeous. I wasn't shopping for myself but found a beautiful pair of pants for easter and my vacation this spring. Cindy helped me with an entire outfit that's so wonderful. Thank you La Paloma Clothing for continuing to be the best small boutique in Portland!

Just a year after my first review, and I've come to love Paloma all the more…read more A fun point I missed in my original review is: Paloma has been around forever... Well, at least my whole lifetime(+), and that's a while at this point ;). My relationship with Paloma, has changed from a shop where I looked at pretty things, as a little girl with my grandmother - to a staple. Paloma is my go-to place when I am seeking something special and unique for the loved ones in my life. Paloma never lets me down with their expansive collections of accessories, bags, locally made jewelry, and high quality US made clothing lines, such as: Cut Loose and Tianello. Being rather petite, the clothing at Paloma is not always available in my size. However, the pieces I have bought for myself, are some of my favorites. On the other hand, the jewelry is where I really go a bit overboard for myself. I can't resist the exceptional selection of handmade rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings. At first glance you may think Paloma to be a stuffy boutique, but the shop gals are ever so helpful, and friendly. I had worried bringing my kids into the shop would be frowned upon. This is not the case. I've discovered I am welcome to bring the kids in with me. Paloma even has a basket full of toys to keep the little ones busy. In my case, this means I make it into the shop much more frequently than I did before. One last thing: Paloma is an active supporter of community it serves. They support us, and I love to support them by continuing to shop local in their store. 2017 #5

Nicely curated store with beautiful displays. It's just nice to look at, easy on the eyes. I like…read moreto stop in when I'm in the area to see what's new. But during a recent visit, I didn't have the best customer experience. The store is geared toward a specific demographic, that I'm outside of, so none of the staff greeted me, no friendly hello or welcome in, but they happily talked to every other customer in the store, which was off putting. So even though I liked many of the items that I saw, I chose not to buy anything. I've been to other White Birch locations and had better experiences.

What a charming store! The owner has done a fabulous job curating collections of home decor, gifts,…read moregourmet pantry items, holiday decor, and a small, but thoughtful, selection of women's clothing and baby clothes. The store is spacious, filled with natural light, with wide aisles so you can take your time perusing the various areas with ease. And it smells wonderful! The main and OG store is in Hillsboro and items move back and forth between locations so there is always something new. Seasonally, they augment the merchandise with holiday items. If you are looking for a gift, or a pick me up for yourself, it's easy to find something here. A fun selection of earrings and jewelry, hand soaps, specialty pantry items for that foodie in your life, pretty dresses, jeans, pillows and throws, candles, cookbooks - it's all there. A little of this and a little of that. The young lady working there the day I visited was so friendly and welcoming. She gave me the genesis of the store in Hillsboro and the decision to open up this second location. she encouraged me to stop back in, especially during the October- December season when there are even more holiday items. Located in the new strip mall on NE Cornell and Stalzman, it's super convenient with plenty of parking. Grab a coffee next store and then take a cruise through White Birch.

As soon as you walk in it's like a whole different world in here. There's so many adorable…read moretrinkets, pins, clothes and just so much stuff to look through! The prices were insanely good, I got a medieval-looking satchel there for only $30 which is unheard of. The level of detail on the items they sell is phenomenal. Plus all their pins and stickers are so cute! The store is nice and calm, I loved the vibe I got while I was in there. The employees were polite and mostly just worked on whatever projects they were doing while still greeting people and answering questions. I'd recommend this place to anyone to check out if you're in the area, I know I'll be back soon too!

Each vintage shop I run across has it's own specialties, with Forager being heavy into well curated…read morewomen's clothes. As I'm not practically knowledgeable enough in Gayle's current tastes and size (danger danger Will Robinson!), I skipped all that and settled on a very nice fox-themed coin wallet. The shop is well curated, nicely staffed, and for what interested me, a very good value.

I had a great experience getting my work pants altered. She was easy to communicate with,…read moreprofessional, and a good value for the service. I also appreciated that she kept our appointment time and there was no waiting when I came to pick up! The service is cash only, so be prepared for that. Definitely will be back when I need more alterations! Thank you.

Picking up my son's hat. I have to say things I NEVER thought could be fixed this woman FIXES!!!…read more Pants for me (she replaced the zippers,) and a hoodie Zipper for the love of my life. Which was probably what made him fall for me. Because I listen to the little things. But my son had this Pokemon hat he LOVED and the plastic snaps broke off. She couldn't replace with plastic but she made a new strap with Velcro! And it worked!! That's all that mattered to him. And that's all that mattered to me!