This was the perfect girl's day out! When I tell you this was one of the most fun experiences I've…read morehad in the DMV, that's no lie. We were walk ins and didn't have to wait long for our custom experience. While we waited, we started deciding what fragrances were most appealing. Almost every seat was filled when we arrived, but we only had to wait about 15 min for people to finish and make space for us. It's such a cute little shop! However, if you more than a couple people in your group, try to make a reservation in advance. The previous to make the fragrance was really cool. The associate who helped us listened and made helpful recommendations that resulted in us making the perfect fragrance. Is really cool too that every custom scent is saved in their database, so if you ever want to get more out make the scent into a soap, lotion, spray, etc, they can recreate it for you. 10/10 recommend!

I definitely enjoyed creating my own perfume. Diamond was such a great help and gave me some…read morerecommendations to find the scent that I truly love at first when you step in the fragrances are really strong so the team recommends to smelling the fragrances outside to better help you create your own perfume. I will definitely come back when I'm visiting in DC.

I stopped by to smell some of their candles and fragrances, and I was pleasantly surprised. Every…read morescent I tried was amazing, and I honestly had a hard time picking a favorite. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. They took the time to share the history of the store and explain the different fragrances, which made the experience feel more personal and enjoyable. I ended up purchasing three fragrance samples to take home. My only complaint is that the samples cost $7 each. In my opinion, samples should be complimentary, especially when customers are trying to decide on a fragrance purchase. After testing the scents, I ended up ordering a fragrance for my wife's birthday, and she absolutely loved it. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely return to explore more of their fragrances in the future.

Went in to try some new fragrances. Ended up purchasing a roll on of one that caught my attention…read more The gentleman who helped us explained the different sizes and let us explore the different scents. We got to watch him mix them for us which was cool. The scents are more mature in my opinion, and pricey. It could be fun to take your friends on a day out.

I discovered Parfums de France /PerfumedeFrance.com in early 2025 and I have placed several orders…read morefor their decants in the past year. They are fantastic on shipping times and they carry authentic niche perfumes that may be difficult to find elsewhere. I've also noted that they usually have things in stock, even when other places don't: case in point Loumari's Porthole, which I will discuss later. First, I want to discuss their customer service. I placed my first order with four decants; one was a 5ml of Valaya Exclusif, the rest were 2mls. However, when they arrived, I didn't notice that they were all 2mls. It took months before I started cataloging my perfumes on a spreadsheet, and only then did I realize that I had been sent a 2m instead of a 5ml. I emailed PdF explaining what had happened including pictures of my order and what the sent. I asked if they could send me a bottle with the additional 3 mls that I was missing. Instead, they apologized and said they would send an additional 5ml, rather than the missing 3ml; meaning I ended up with 7 mls instead of my original order of 5 mls. This interaction made me appreciate and respect the company because they own up to their mistakes and take care of their customers. One of my next orders included a decant of Vanilla Powder Extrait. However, when it arrived, the printed label just said Vanilla Powder. I had previously ordered Vanilla Powder EDP, but it was also just labeled Vanilla Powder. So, I was unsure if I had been sent a second EDP in this order, or whether I was sent the Extrait I had actually ordered. I emailed customer service and they confirmed that I had been sent the Extrait even though the label didn't specify. So, I manually wrote Extrait on the label to prevent confusion with my other EDP sample. Their labels are literally my only gripe. I wish that they included more than just the perfume name--eg. Including Extrait/EDP/EDT would prevent confusion; having the brand, the decant size, and the date of the decant would also be great. But these are all things I can 'fix' manually by just writing them on the label. I've also had to manually write over some of the perfume names because they fade on the newer white labels. The old clear labels haven't fade. I manually written over them and then taped over that to seal them. After the above orders, I read that they have FREE brand samples, separate from their in-house hand decants, which cost $. So, I emailed them asking about the free samples, and about a promo code I had received from their marketing email. They didn't respond right away, which is very unlike them, so I emailed again the following week. I received a response apologizing as they had been very busy (I believe it was Valentines orders), and they explained that some brands don't allow higher discount codes, but they provided some other codes to try, and they provided their phone number and told me to text them directly when I place my full bottle order and they would add some free samples to my order. I had Loumari Porthole in my cart, but delayed ordering it because I wanted to make sure I didn't want to add anything else to my order before I placed it. Of course, when I went back to my cart to order it a week or so later, it was listed out of stock but available for pre-order. I checked several other websites, and no one had it in stock. This is something I've noticed about PdF, which other sellers don't do. They will tell you when something is unavailable (truly out of stock) vs currently not in stock but available for pre-order from their next shipment. AND they often have things in stock that others don't. Instead of preordering, I decided to check the website every now and again, and the day it came back in stock I ordered it with a 15% off code. I then text the number the customer service person gave me, and they replied immediately --even though it was Mother's Day weekend--and said would add some samples to it for me. WELL....I got my order today and along with with FB, and a 5ml decant I purchased to carry in my purse, it arrived with 7 free brand samples! These aren't just your normal run of the mill samples, they are expensive niche perfume samples (from the brands; not decants) including: Roja - Isola Snow (Parfum) Xerjoff - Torino24 (EDP) Vilhelm Parfumerie - Mango Skin (EDP) Fugazzi- Angel Dust (extrait) Matiere Premier - Vanilla Powder (Extrait) Matiere Premier - Crystal Saffron (Extrait) Essential Parfums - Bois Imperial (Extrait) Honestly, I couldn't be happier. I love this company. Yes there are other stores out there (Lucky Scent/Scent Bar; Twisted Lily; etc), but I adore Parfums de France above all others because of their customer service, attention to detail, glass (usually metal topped) spray decant bottles, non gouged prices, frequent discount codes AND FREE fast shipping (their order total for FREE shipping is lower than any of the other stores I mentioned). If you haven't tried them, please do!

Let's just say when I walk into perfumes de France they pretty much know me by name and I am free…read moreto explore as much as I want to they have an incredible selection of unique fragrances that you won't come across at your typical store. If you're someone who enjoys wearing scents that stand out from the crowd, this is the place to visit the experience felt personal, and I never felt rushed while exploring all the different fragrance styles. I'm always given a lot of freedom in the shop to explore. i always find niche things on my own and one suggestion from the staff, I've been a regular over two years.... You cannot beat there prices

Le Labo Georgetown was a disappointing experience. I stopped in to purchase a new fragrance, but…read morethe two sales associates were engaged in a personal conversation. I wasn't asked if I needed help, offered any recommendations, or guided through the fragrances--which is a big part of the Le Labo experience. Customer service felt inattentive and unprofessional. I ended up leaving without making a purchase.

Shaquana is probably the BEST sales rep I have ever came across in my experience of retail…read moreshopping. She was very welcoming, personable, and patient while I smelled each fragrance all while being indecisive on which fragrance I really liked. She has a great personality that makes you want to spend your money. That for me is an A++ in my book.

Fast service and delivery. The oud I received has a robust and complex fragrance profile,…read morecapturing the essence of natural oud oil with its full range of notes. This sophisticated scent is both earthy and refined, culminating in a long-lasting, powdery dry down that I find particularly satisfying.

Don't ever do business with them. I've spent TENS OF THOUSANDS with them just for them to randomly…read moreup and cancel my order that my customers were waiting on, with NO explanation. When I called, I got hung up on twice and called names. Cool bro, you no longer get my money. It's also only ran and employed by ONE person, not ANYONE ELSE! And he uses his cell phone as his business contact number.

I had a wonderful experience with Cresse. She is very accommodating, patient and she understands…read morewhat her client needs. I will be looking forward to being assisted by her again.

I absolutely love this store. Ever since my sister…read moreintroduced me to it 2 years ago, I've been using their body lotions all the time. I have recently learned I'm no longer allergic or have any reaction to perfume! I didn't know one could recover from this issue on your own naturally without any medical intervention. I'm loving 3 particular perfumes here and I mix and match them together. You can find them in Bloomingdale's but I like their stand alone store, they're more knowledgeable and better selection! They're quite pricey but worth it. 3 medium size perfumes and a body lotion will cost you about $500, which will last about a year. Worth every penny! Highly recommend.

Oils are reasonably priced and the thru have great customer service. They have a great variety of…read morescents.

I stumbled across this colorful dwelling on the way back from lunch via strolling down GA Ave. The…read morevast hues of the outside decor grabbed my attention as I was crossing over FL Ave. I made a U-Turn to read the sign, that became a quick pit stop before hopping on the Metro-Shaw. It's a very small space yet stocked wall to wall, floor to ceiling with every oil, incense, soap, candles, spiritual items, accessories & much more you could possibly think of...a massive inventory. Richard extended such calming salutations & a cool flow of customer service: The Owner was hands on with his unique sense of humor & insight. Name a scent, they have it. Various sizes of bottles-glass or plastic, with many price options to choose from. As usual, I grabbed my FAV oil, Dolce & Gabbana 'The One' & the scent was on point. The price I paid was not only less expensive than my other spot for aromatic goodies, I got a larger quantity as well. I have happily mastered the 'Tre Effect', in this area,I have my favorite Vegan spot, Tea spot & now oil spot...3's a charm.

This place is a hidden gem for unique fragrances in the area. I've only been twice because the…read moreHareem Al Sultan perfume oil (10/10) I grabbed last year has over a 4th of the bottle left but I was looking for Lattafa Yara Candy to smell test. Unfortunately they didn't have it in stock but I'm roughly 45mins away from this shop so I was leaving with something. As always I was greeted when I came in, got my smells on and decided on riqqa. This smell is so warm and rich without being overpowering. It also lasts ALL day as I'm writing this from my bed and can still smell it on my skin. Perfect for the winter and ideal for layering with my EOS strawberry dream or vanilla cashmere lotion. I'm tammat edible, ok ! When I got to the front the cashier offered 10% off if you were willing to sign up for text alerts and in this economy I'm did just that. My bottler was $30 but came down to $29 and change after taxes and such. For a bottle that size with the staying power it has I would say it's worth it. I'll definitely be back, with friends.

I enjoyed my first visit but it is a bit overwhelming. They have just about all things Arabian…read morescent-wise and the oil counter is stocked. Im a gourmand lover so I ended up with vanilla addiction, epic voyage and the custom dark vanilla oil / smells incredible!!! The store is well stocked with so much to choose from. The combination of scents can be overwhelming for those with sensitivity and a lack of true ventilation but it was well worth the visit. Look forward to restocking once I exhaust all that I currently have.

During a recent visit, I tried to purchase two items; one was unavailable in-store. The associate…read moreoffered me a free shipping card with a code to order the item. I thankfully made it a point to make sure the free shipping code actually worked while attempting to make the purchase via the Ulta App before leaving the store, and that's when I discovered it was expired--dated January 2026, while it was now the end of April 2026. The fact that these cards had been expired for nearly four months stood out to me as extremely alarming--no one had noticed until I flagged it. There were apparently no other shipping cards to provide me with and so I departed the store after 15 minutes of wasted time of them trying to sort this out only for them to tell me that there is nothing they could do. I contacted customer service upon leaving the store. After my first call, the associate disconnected the line. On a second call, another associate kept repeating internal processes, but eventually proposed a solution: I would pay for shipping upfront, and then they would reimburse me after the fact. Unfortunately, this is not isolated; previously, a few months prior I went to the store because a product I was looking for was listed as in-store, but the associate told me I couldn't buy it--even though it was right there on the shelf. I verified availability online, and still, I was misled. She stated that although it was on the shelf it was erroneously placed there and listed online as in store but could not be sold until a couple days out and that I could return when it is available for purchase or simply purchase online. These repeated failures--both in-store and with customer service--reflect a troubling pattern. In a market with competitors like Amazon and Sephora, Ulta has been falling drastically short. There has been a noticeable shift where basic customer expectations are simply not being met. I tend to go to Ulta because it is very close to my home but will not be returning as my first option/ go to any longer. I made this same commitment after my experience at Best Buy and I have only been there 1x in 20 years to buy something worth $6!

If you're looking for quality makeup services, book a session with Khamani. She's very well versed…read morein skincare and skin types and can offer an array of recommendations worth purchasing. This is my second time meeting with her and I'm happy to say that I leave satisfied every time. She is available for a full glam as well so book her if you're looking for a beautiful beat before a night out!

I've followed Arielle Shoshana for years on social media and a work trip gave me the chance to…read morefinally visit in person. If you're in the DMV area make sure to stop in! The moment you walk into the store the vibe is immediately welcoming. The staff greet you and allow you the chance to work your way around the store independently or guided if you ask for additional assistance. I love when fragrance shops are set up in a way that I as the patron have the ability to just explore without having to ask at a counter, so this is a HUGE plus for me. They have an amazing range of niche perfume, many brands that I had never heard of. I really enjoy having the chance to try out a new brand and get a feel for their curated scent experience. The shop itself is also really well decorated and put together. Each area is labeled with a scent category like "woody, green, gourmand, etc..." which made the experience even better. Stop in, explore the smell goods, and buy a new bottle of perfume (I definitely did!).

I saw Arielle Shoshana fragrance shop all over my instagram was the ONLY one in the DC MD VA area…read more Arielle Shoshana has an incredible selection of unique fragrances that you won't come across at your typical store and they are organized in a way of a journey. If you're someone who enjoys wearing scents that stand out from the crowd, this is the place to visit the experience felt personal, and I never felt rushed while exploring all the different fragrance styles. I'm always given a lot of freedom in the shop to explore. i found on my own and one suggestion from the staff, I feel like I'm a regular here now!