Francesca's is a great option for gifts or boutique clothing without the high prices of downtown Charleston.
The last time I visited, everything was 50% off, which was a great sale before the Christmas holidays. Francesca's carries everything from hair accessories to shoes, as well as lots of offbeat gifts perfect for white elephant exchanges or friends' birthdays.
I don't really shop the clothing items, but I've found a few cute hair accessories and jewelry to complete outfits here. Everything seems well constructed and not "fast fashion" like some accessory stores.
A lot of stores in Charleston cater to the Charleston chic/girly look, but Francesca's has clothes and accessories that work for all occasions, individual styles, and ages- from high school girls up to moms. read more