I used to go to this place when it was in Falls Church City. It was always overpriced and sort of…read moresnooty, but they had some unusual and cool clothing items I purchased over the years. When they moved to McLean earlier this year, I went with about 20 items to put up for consignment. (I had made appointment as they require.) I brought in beautiful clothes, in excellent condition. They took the boxes to the back to inspect the clothing and choose which they wanted to take for consignment; and while that was going on I browsed. I couldn't believe the downgrade in the clothing; while the quality was fine, I did not see anything stylish for sale. I was not even tempted to try anything on. After about 20 minutes the owner comes back and says she cannot take any of my items, although she would consider one in the fall (it was a spring/summer item, as were all the pieces, as this took place in mid-Spring) and I "could come back in a few months." Super dismissive and arrogant. The one good thing was the friendly young man at the counter, who I chatted with while I waited. I see the positive reviews here are years old, so here's an update: NTY management is just as or even more snobby now, the prices are even higher -- not just because of time passing but also likely the expensive location -- and they don't even have cool clothes any more.

Not a lot of recent reviews for New To You--well, I'm here to change that. I had a nice experience…read moreon my recent first visit to this store. The staff were visible and ready to help but not pushy. The inventory was well curated and full but not overly stuffed. I saw a number of nice sweaters and dresses that I liked, and I ended up buying one. Also a lot of fun gifts, jewelry, and assorted decor items. This store is geared toward an older crowd, which I really like. I'm past the age of shopping at some other resale boutiques that focus on only the trendiest items in juniors sizing. New To You is more JCrew and higher-end items. Prices seemed to be about 50 percent off original retail. Could you find some of these items thrifting? Sure, but it'd be like pulling a needle from a haystack. I'm willing to pay more for a tailored selection of good-condition items. I'll come back to shop here.

What a community-focused spot! Walk inside and you'll see two rooms filled with fair-trade goods…read morefrom jewelry to clothes to cards. In one room is a small cafe that sells coffee and other drinks with a few tables. The chai latte I ordered was delicious! After I ordered, I browsed the store as I waited for my latte.

I visited Trade Roots' cafe with a friend specifically to try out their October special, "Monster…read moreIced Mocha." We visited around the same time as the Westover Farmers Market, so the inside was a bit packed. At one point, we noticed the line going nearly outside the door--although it is a small location, so at least it moved relatively quickly. My order came fairly quick for the amount of people. However, my friend's order had a longer wait time despite being the same drink with only the milk substituted. We eventually asked the staff if the order was still coming through--they were very sweet, apologized for the wait, and quickly prepared the order. Unsure if maybe the order got lost in the shuffle, or perhaps someone else accidentally grabbed it, but it was nice that they quickly resolved the issue once it became known to them. The drink was okay, which I was fine with because the main appeal was supposed to be the Halloween-themed design. I realized too late that my drink didn't come with the chocolate syrup drizzled on top that others' did, which was unfortunate. The cafe was beautifully decorated, and it's clear that there was a lot of thought and heart put into the design. The shop was also nice to check out, with a great collection of items with a nice mission and message behind each product. However, it is a bit tight to go through the aisles when it is busy. I hope to visit again during a less crowded time to check out other seasonal treats they may have in the future!

Two The Moon did a great job embroidering my coat! They were able to have it done within a couple…read moredays. Really happy with their service :).

First off,owner is so friendly and helpful. The store is so well curated and they offer monogram…read moreservices which is a lively bonus when shopping for gifts. Worth a trip - you will find the cutest things!

My favorite little vintage studio/shop!…read more Tucked away in an office building on the 3rd is this hidden gem of vintage amd homegood items that will make your heart sing. The owner, Amanda, is so passionate about her work and kind-hearted. She will greet you warmly and make you feel like you walked into a safe space. While you'll probably visit for all the amazing pieces, Amanda is also focused on community. She almost always invites other creators to come sale their items or provide their services. For example, she had an event with a local coffee pop-up, one with a local seamstress doing on-site alterations, a nail art specialist, and many times other vintage sellers. She's open on most Saturdays from 11am-3pm, but definitely check out her website and instagram for the most up-to-date information. Check out KALEIDOS!1

Clean and low key toy library for kids. Took my 3 year old for a 55-min drop in session on a…read moreSaturday afternoon - she had a blast with the great variety of toys from infant to school-aged kids. Parking can be a bit tight but that's Falls Church area. They also have classes and birthday parties. Will come again!

I recently got the chance to check out the Toy Nest's updated digs last week and had a great time!…read more We did a drop-in play session for $12 which was the perfect after-school activity on a rainy day. We went with a group of three-year olds and they were ecstatic for an opportunity to check out new toys and get some energy out on a dreary day. They had a little something for everyone: ride on toys, baby dolls, sports equiptment, and all of the little blocks/gadgets a child could every want. The costume rack was also a favorite with characters ranging from superheroes, construction workers, to princesses. I love how this spot fills many different needs in the community: a third place for families to convene, eco-friendly way to get rid of all toys, and an affordable place to try out new toys and teach your child about responsibility and sharing. This woman owned business is the absolute best.

Honestly, social media influenced my decision to visit Khan El Khalili. The day I chose to visit…read morewas less than ideal - Valentine's Day. I was overwhelmed by the crowd, store location and its lack of parking. I walked away from the experience feeling underwhelmed without my desired oil (Egyptian musk). It is considered a specialty oil and I was not willing to pay $75. It seemed overpriced. On a positive note, the staff was super friendly and helpful. I was looking for oils to layer with my perfumes. Khan El Khalili seems to have a large selection of perfumes and oils. But I will continue to use my local vendors for my oil purchases.

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.

It's been over five years and I am still loving Lemon Lane!…read more Shopping here allows me to support a locally-owned business, shop more sustainably, AND save some dough in the process. And their selection? Cute, cute, cute! I still have not gotten into the consignment game myself since that takes a little bit of organizing but I have had friends who are able to build their children's wardrobes from here every season with their buy backs and absolutely love it.

This is a sweet little clothing and accessories store in the heart of Falls Church City. The…read moreselection is thoughtfully curated with popular premium brands, like Hannah Andersson. It's definitely a place to find nice, gently used clothes, especially for a young girl in your life. I'm a big believer in reducing waste and reusing items, so I'm glad to shop secondhand. Thrift stores can be super hit or miss when it comes to finding what you want. That's the upside of a store like this--instead of hunting through tons of random things, they've already vetted the selections.

I had been looking for a Rolex for a few months. I literally called around, talked to a few…read morejewelers and what I found out is Rolex's are hard to come by! Most people get waitlisted. These luxurious watches are investments that you'll always get a ROI or at the very least get what you paid for if you decided to sell. Mark was exceptional! They asked if security was needed to walk us to the car. Beverages offered! Top Notch service! Would highly recommend.

Came in early in Saturday looking ready to buy a decent watch. As anyone knows, you want to feel…read moregreat about your purchase especially when spending several thousand on a luxury item. Well, I didn't feel so welcome as I went in and stood around the cases with not one associate coming to ask me if I needed help. If they wanted to put up a pretentious front they succeeded. Many jewelers in town, I'll try someplace else.

The staff is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. The curated pieces are very cool and the…read moreservices offered with painting furniture in shop and currently owned is awesome. And they sell adorable gifts items as well! Love this place!

I'm updating my review to reflect that Stylish Patina is in a new location--along the main drag in…read moreFalls Church on Broad Street. It's a great location by tons of restaurants and stores. The new shop is smaller and more cozy than the old space. As of mid-2021, it seems like the store is still in the process of becoming homey and curated the way the old one was. But they still had exactly what I came in for--chalk paint. The wood block swatches and the chalk painted furniture in the store makes this a great place to find what you're looking for. I'm also a fan of the cards and paper products here. There always seems to be a little something that catches my eye. Stylish Patina is a great store for the DIY lover or the person looking for unique home decor and gifts.

I've been considering custom orthotics for quite some time; however, due to ridiculous mark-ups…read more($300-500), thousands of mixed reviews, as well as a ton of unanswered questions, I decided to check out Road Runner Sports, mainly due to a friend's recommendation. After the fit finder evaluation / thorough consultation (with Ria), I decided to mold a pair of $99 R-GEAR custom insoles (supreme arch support, maximum shock absorption), test them out (in-store), and bring them home. My FSA card didn't work at the register. Instead, I paid with my CC and submitted for reimbursement, which I received a couple days later. 90-DAY PERFECT FIT PROMISE - you get 90 days to give 'em a test run!

This a store is either hit or miss. Some days you agreed very nicely and other days there's nobody…read morethere or you are ignored. I'm waiting around sometimes for ages trying to get help. There are people there I understand, but these are not Olympic athletes. People are acting like buying running sneakers is like some act of Congress. Have a kiosk to get some shoes to try or get them a pair of shoes and let them try it on. You don't need somebody hovering around you while you're trying your shoes on. Help the other customers for God sake.