This review is about the mall only and not any of the stores. This mall has a lot of potential, but…read morehas really fallen on hard times. There are more stores closed than open and the mall exterior needs some major TLC. There were very few patrons in the mall. It had a strange feel to it. There were more workers than shoppers. The mall does have some real hard workers that are very friendly in the stores, most of which are small and/or local business. I like to support local, but someone needs to take over management of the mall and put some money into it. I could not find a food court or bathroom while I was in there. The mall may have had them but I just could not find them. The mall has a reputation for being rough and unsafe. The area that it is in may not be the best, but I never felt in danger during my daytime visit. I don't think I would recommend going here just to shop around, but if you have a specific destination in the mall in mind, go for it.

I've been a resident of Indianapolis my entire life. I remember when Washington Square Mall was a…read moreSimon mall. I remember when it was a vibrant, busy mall with a unique design that made it a rather fun place to shop. While one could possibly argue it's always been one of the lesser malls in Indy, for many years it held its own and served Indy's Far-Eastside pretty well. I'd been to Washington Square maybe 3-4 years ago, partly because I wanted to visit the adjacent Target and partly because I was just a little bit curious about a mall that had a reputation for having gone way downhill. What did I find? It was clearly deteriorating, but it still had a little bit of charm to it. It was probably about half full with locally owned businesses, but you couldn't help but wonder if it had any hope of surviving. I was in the area today and wanted to do a little bit of wheeling for exercise. I figured "Why not check out the mall?" Oy vey. Washington Square Mall is officially a dump. I mean it. Seriously. There's officially no legit reason to ever go near it, despite the fact that a handful of national chains continue to keep their shops open including Target (though the entrance from the mall is now closed), Burlington Coat Factory (I'd check the coats for lice here), Bed, Bath & Beyond (It's more like Bed, Bath, & Be Careful), and Victoria's Secret (The Secret is shame and low self-esteem). I believe there may be a Dick's Sporting Goods in here, though it may have actually closed. Truthfully, it was hard to tell with the handful of customers who seemed to be more meandering about than actually shopping. The vast majority of the stores seem to either be variations of nail salons, hair styling, small gift shops, a handful of ethnic restaurants, and at least a couple churches including longtime mall establishment Movie Theater Church. There are at least a couple of entire wings that seem to be shut down, though in some cases it's simply true that the stores open for select hours such as evenings only or weekends only. Judging from the complete lack of customers, the notion of being open 40 hours a week here is kind of silly. While this mall has experienced crime, fairly regularly, the truth is I never actually felt unsafe except for one particularly unusual wing of the mall where almost everything was closed and people kept coming out of one particular spot. They didn't bother me. I didn't bother them. However, it's also worth noting that the lighting in the mall is haphazard at best, the automated doors are in disrepair, any notion of decor has gone way out the window (much worse than Eastgate before it finally closed), and, at the risk of coming off the wrong way, at least 2/3 of these stores gave off the kind of aura that made you think better than using a credit card because you weren't quite sure who would end up with the numbers. Unfair? Perhaps, but the vibe was undeniable. The truth is that I love dives. I live in a rough area. I'm not hesitant to go anywhere, but I truly can't fathom a reason I will now ever go back to this run down retail outlet that is in serious, and I'd dare say unsafe, disrepair from the parking lot to the hallways to a good majority of the stores. You know how you kind of laugh at the Segway riding, completely unarmed mall cops in other malls? At Washington Square, mall security is packin' (but actually rather friendly!). The Far Eastside seriously needs this mall to work or to give way to some sort of different retail outlet. As is? For the handful of stores you might like, it's worth driving out of your way to go to safer, cleaner, and more customer friendly locations in other parts of the city.

This place is so cute and the owner is awesome to talk to . I wanted to buy everything in there!…read more Maybe I'm out of touch with vintage reality, but I do feel the prices were very high. However, this makes me feel like you would get a good deal on your items if you had something to sell her though. If you like vintage, it's worth a stop in. If you're wanting to sell anything vintage, she take anything early 1990s and before, including sports and military. So clean out your/your parents closets and head on over.

Check out this Independence Day window display! You can find more really cool stuff through that…read moredoor. We were wandering around Fountain Square and came upon this irresistible window and had to go in and check it out. I am so glad that I did. Like most Vintage shops there isn't much the bigger woman but the clothing accessories are such a treat to look at and enjoy. Places like this make me want to put on a play set in the past and go to town in this shop outfitting everyone. The clerk was very welcoming and knowledgeable. The displays in the store were very cool as well. We will definitely be back.

Welcoming staff and unique finds!…read more Absolutely loved the large selection of vintage clothing and nicnacs. There were also tons of near artwork, ranging in price. Definitely a bit pricier than a typical thrift store but the quality of the items were ideal. Will be back!

I always seem to find something interesting in here! You never know what you're going to find and…read moreon this day I was looking for holiday dresses and lucky for me they had all of the sparkly holiday dresses separated out on a separate rack. I think I ended up picking out six that I liked and they have a dressing room there so I tried them on and ended up purchasing two of them. The other thing I really like in here is their costume jewelry selection it is really fun! I will continue to stop in here as long as they are open. The value is good although higher priced than Goodwill but the quality is typically better and there are a whole lot of vintage items. As usual they helped me out with my zippers as I tried on the dresses they are always very accommodating in the shop.

What I loved about this shop was that many items were cotton or linen, and that it was stocked with…read morequirky prints I've not found anywhere else. It also had a nice mix of bright colors, bold patterns, and super basic solids, neutrals, and basic prints--like stripes. Average price point tended to be around the $100 mark. The style overall made me think of an artsy women around 50+ traveling somewhere exotic. Not to say there weren't a few pieces that might appeal to someone younger, but in general terms. And oh hey, I guess I'm now part of that target market. Some fun accessories here too. Def worth a stop in if you're looking for any of the afore mentioned. I'll be back.

I LOVE Josephine's! I visit family in the area and every time I'm in town I make sure to stop by…read moreand see what they have in stock. I always find something unique and interesting that I had not seen anywhere else. I never miss visiting with the staff and Lisa.

Sometimes I have time to paw through thrift stores for that rare gem. Other times, I just want to…read morego to a nice store with highly curated secondhand items to find that rare gem (and lots of others) easily and right in front of my face. Lux & Ivy is that store for those of us who love unique clothing and want other people to do the heavy lifting. I saw so many items that I loved (including some gold sandals), but I left with a long black skirt that had cork buttons running down it. See what I mean about unique?! It fit perfectly, and even better: It was 20% off! Even without the discount, the skirt (and the other thrifted clothing on the racks) were priced reasonably. Lux & Ivy offers not just clothing and shoes, but also jewelry made by local artists, beauty products, vintage home goods, bags and lots more. The store is cute and smells good, the clothing and products are all arranged nicely, and it's just a pleasant place to shop.

I love the vintage vibes at Lux & Ivy! You are sure to find items that no one else has and…read moredefinitely on trend. On our most recent visit, my husband found some vintage Pacers items for a steal! Made his entire day!

customer service is trash ! the whole damn teams attitudes is rude & disrespectful ! they all (…read moreincluding mangers & supervisors ) gets mad when asked for help & when checking out they dont greet or talk to the customers. they dont even smile they just want to hurry up and get the customers out. i got an layway out & my items was damaged & the supervisor acted like she didn't really want to return it talking to me with an attitude ! nobody knows how to run the register either.

Every time I come to the store they always close 5 to 10 minutes early. If you're going to close…read moreat 8:50 the time on your store should say you close at 8:50. The employees are sitting in the car smoking cigarettes! That was the last time

They weren't even open, but posted new items on FB and Jessica makes these FABULOUS fingerless…read moregloves with dragon scales! I had to buy all she had! Everything in the store is fascinating and very cool.

My favorite thing about this store is that it feels like an info booth for the antiquing and…read morevintage community in Indy. The staff knows the selection like the back of their hand and can guide you to exactly what you're looking for. But they also really celebrate other antique and vintage stores and curators in town, and can direct you to just about anything you're looking for. Bazaar-Oh Vintage is a small vintage shop on the east side of Irvington, but don't be fooled by its size. It's delightfully decked out with curiosities, and always manages to procure oddities and beauties that aren't typically found in other vintage shops. You'll find more décor and furniture than clothing, which suits my preference anyways since I wear the same five shirts every week. We've gotten Tiffany-style lamps, Irvington Ice and Coal coupon books, and a number of other peculiarities from this store, and we love to pop in as often as we can to see what's new! I'd recommend following them on Instagram to stay up to date on some of their coolest acquisitions.

Super cute shop on Mass Ave. They specialize in home decor. If. You want something with a Hoosier…read morevibe this is your place. A variety of candles, pillows, towels, kitchen items and small food items. Definitely worth a visit!

Whenever I shop in a home decor/gift shop, I try to get a sense of how the owner is hoping to brand…read moretheir business. I'm looking for that "Why would I come back here?" appeal that makes a business a destination instead of simply going to a big box store to get something. So when I stopped in after seeing a friend's photos of the shop, I first noticed that the staff was personable and inviting. I really like when a place that is offering things for your own home makes you feel welcome in their business. It sets a tone. As I browsed through the different rooms in the shop, each was a little different. There are some standard items like candles, knick knacks, some women's jewelry and accessories, and even a few toys. But what I sensed was there were two themes that seemed most apparent. First, the store is loaded with holiday items. I came here just a few days before Christmas and the place was loaded with unique items that were affordable (though not cheap.) There were ornaments (marked down by 40%), table items, and things you'll just have to come in and check out for yourself. I also noticed a second theme that was promoting downtown Indy. They had pillows with the names of neighborhoods on them. Those would be great as house/apartment warming gifts. Even the candles mentioned earlier had neighborhood names on them, though I am not certain who determined which scent represented them. (Note that all the fragrances were pleasant, not some actual scent you might smell outside!) And the staff were friendly and welcoming. That goes a long way. Although I didn't buy anything on this visit, now that I have been here, I will add it to my shopping list on small business Saturdays as well as when I stop on Mass Ave. Review #3463

Always great work, and a great part of the Irvington Community! Been going here for years, never…read moredisappointed!

missed a couple appointments due to family passing away and my job did not mean but on the it…read moredoes not let you elaborate so I showed up to the appointment to tell Devon what happened and an hour and a half later he calls me back to tell me that he had me come just to teach me a lesson not to waste his time really made me feel like crap not gonna lie. I would never waste anybody's time, but you can't go on the app and tell them what happened if it cancels on you then