Free People

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I have seen this store a few times here and there and browsed a bunch of times but never bought…read moreanything from here. The style is so not me, unfortunately. But they do have some good quality clothing. I went in to buy some jeans but unfortunately, they were out of my size in most varieties ‍. Found a good pair from their sale rack though. I am not sure if I would come back here but might pop in from time to time.

The atmosphere at the Evereve in University Village was incredibly uncomfortable during my visit on…read moreSaturday mid afternoon. It was clear that there was significant tension among the staff members. No one appeared happy and the employees seemed to be on edge. This lack of harmony directly impacted the service. The stylist would disappear for long periods of time. She forgot what I was looking for and what she was getting for me. The lack of communication was so poor that a shirt I wanted to buy was actually given to another customer while I was still in the fitting room. The styling assistance was truly insulting. I told the stylist that I wear a size 26 or 27 in bottoms and a small in tops. I was specifically looking for professional work clothes. Instead, the stylist ignored my requests and brought me casual sweatshirts in sizes large and extra large. She repeatedly brought me pants and jeans in a size 30 and insisted that I was larger than I am. When I finally tried on a pair of size 26 Paige jeans that fit perfectly, she told me she was surprised that they actually fit. This experience felt like a form of body shaming and gaslighting. A customer should never be treated this way.

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Shoes and accessories

Aritzia

2.3(79 reviews)

I will never shop here again! I feel lucky to have gotten my money back (granted they made a…read morecurrent and popular item final sale) in what was an extremely simple transaction. I bought 3 items in 3 different transactions, trying to get the right size as the various sizes came in and went out of stock. Then I schlep them all to the physical store, thinking it will be easy to return the 2 that didn't fit. Well, if you pay by Paypal, the only thing Aritzia will do is give you store credit. Extremely antiquated and a totally wasted trip. So, I had to call their "concierge" who at every turn told me about all the exceptions she was making to their policies, the refund back to Paypal was "one time," the price adjustment to the item I kept made this very popular item "final sale." And they couldn't really confidently advise placing the 2 items I'm returning by mail in the same box. In fact, she basically advised that the 7-10 days for them to process a return for items in the same box could actually end up being as much as 20 days. WTH? They have some cute things, but 100% not worth it!

We came to this store during the holidays. A lot of items were on sale from 20%-60% in this big…read morestore with huge selections. It was full of people which showed how popular this brand was though this brand was not cheap but their clothing indeed was designed well with good materials. Still could get a fitting room easily, and the staff was also helpful in answering our questions. Long line to check out but it moved quickly. Too bad anything on sale is not returnable per their policy. But I am sure I will enjoy my cute hoodie that was 20% off!

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Brandy Melville

2.2(85 reviews)

White girl jn Nantucket clothes. All the same basic style and color palette. This store needs to…read morelimit the number of people coming in so it's not so fricking crowded. It makes shopping unpleasant. Staff were fine.

Terrible and rude workers! I'm not sure where these people come from but it's insanity! Maybe it's…read morejust part of the company tho...they asked my daughter if she needed a bigger size and a few seconds later I hear them laughing...from what I know there's only 1 size at brandy so it almost seemed like mockery and a set up question to make my daughter say yes... this is just disgusting! This whole company needs to be shut down and sent to the back isle of a Ross store!

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Vuori

3.8(9 reviews)

Everyone was super helpful and one of the staff's partner was there too and helped me make a buying…read moredecision. And I don't know what fragrance you have in the store but my car smelled so good after bringing the items in.

Great selection of clothing and very helpful staff. I'm an Alo/Lululemon girl, but my boyfriend…read moreloves Vuori. This was my first time in a Vuori store! We ended up purchasing a long sleeve top for him and a tennis dress for his mother's birthday. Really stylish, just wish that they had more fun color options like their competitors do besides black and white! That's an issue to take up with corporate, though. Really, the workers were more than happy to look in the back for us to see if they had different sizes/colors of their product. Lots of great running and tennis clothing was being offered here.

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Madewell

4.0(24 reviews)

Another one of my favorite stores at U Village. They have a great wide selection of jeans which are…read moresuch great quality. I love their simple dresses that you can easily dress up and down. The stories a long rectangle. It can feel like tight if it's busy. Dressing rooms are in the middle of the store and there can also be quite a line for the dressing room.

Why haven't I tried their jeans before ?? I haven't been…read moresatisfied with any pair of jeans that I had bought in the last few years. I was searching on YouTube to find the most comfortable and flattering jeans available on the market and many influencers talking about Madewell. So I had to come out and try them out. Honestly, their jeans are amazing, in terms of both fit and comfort. These are some high-quality jeans. Got some pairs during their sale for great prices. They have jeans in multiple sizes, styles, colors, lengths, curvy/regular/plus. So I am sure that you will find something that will fit you. The shop's decor is minimalist. The staff is very nice and helpful. The only small thing I didn't like is that I wish I had got more help when I was trying out and needed help in finding the right fit given that there are so many options. The store is in the university village, so plenty of parking is available. Highly recommend this place!

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Bloomie's by Bloomingdale's

2.7(6 reviews)

Woot, Bloomie's has arrived in Seattle! I'm a fan of Bloomie's, so it's great to have one in the…read morearea, as this small concept store of Bloomingdale's offers some best sellers and classic pieces. I visited Bloomie's the first weekend it opened and the place was packed! Located in U-Village by Athleta and Shake Shack, it's easy to find with parking in the lot and in the garages. For opening weekend, there were plenty of staff on the floor, helping customers, as well as a greeter. There was even a dog event happening here when I visited as the store is dog-friendly. They were offering dog photos and bandanas for the fur babies, as well as treats. Gotta love that! This store is small, especially when compared to an actual Bloomingdale's since it's on a smaller scale. I've been to Bloomie's on the east coast and this location doesn't have as great of a selection as the east coast ones and is smaller too. However, it has some beloved brands, with women's apparel on the main floor and some men's and accessories on the second floor. They don't have everything or much, but the customer service is superb. Glad to have a Bloomie's in the area and would come back to see what trendy items are offered while shopping at U-Village.

Cris is an amazing stylist!!!! The whole team here is incredible and their advice is always so…read morehelpful. My partner and I both visit her to get new clothes and ideas for how to wear them. We're so grateful for the good attitude and support we get here. Thank you Cris and the whole Bloomies team. Love the sales section here too, it's like treasure finding! Not sure what the negative reviews are, the store is clean and neatly organized. Thank you again.

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Reformation

3.3(12 reviews)

Out of all the Reformation locations in the surrounding areas, the University Village store is by…read morefar my favorite. This location consistently has a much larger in store selection, while other stores often feel limited in what is available to purchase the same day. I can usually find a wider range of styles, sizes, and pieces here, which makes shopping so much easier. The staff at this location is also noticeably better and friendlier. They are welcoming, helpful, and make the experience feel relaxed rather than rushed. The surrounding stores at University Village also add to the overall shopping experience, making it a great place to spend an afternoon. If you are choosing between Reformation locations, this one is absolutely worth the visit.

People work there didn't even try to help you . Very interesting store though , if you like bad…read moreexperiences try it

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Anthropologie

3.6(73 reviews)

The Anthropologie at University Village is always a lovely place to shop, but my most recent visit…read morewas especially memorable thanks to Raquel. Raquel provided absolutely amazing customer service. She went above and beyond, gave extra love and attention to my dog, and made me feel genuinely taken care of throughout the entire shopping experience. Her warmth, attentiveness, and eye for detail made shopping feel effortless and fun. I definitely walked away buying way more than I planned, and I blame her in the best way possible. This location already has a great selection and beautiful layout, but team members like Raquel truly elevate the experience. Huge shoutout to her for making the visit so enjoyable. I will absolutely be back.

This is one of my favorite Anthropologie that I have ever visited. The store is quite large and has…read morea great variety of everything they sell. Apart from clothes, they have shoes, bags, and fun items for the home to decor with. With all the items they have, the store is not crammed with items. Associates check on you but not to the point it's overwhelming.

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Eileen Fisher

3.0(4 reviews)

This is a beautiful location. The associates are more than helpful and really informed with regards…read moreto the brand initiatives. The EILEEN FISHER brand supports people and the environment...and this storefront is a great example of the pride carried by those initiatives.

Love this store for many reasons. It's near where I work, the outdoor experience of the shopping…read morecenter is very pleasant, they offer organic clothing options, and the sales people are over the top outstanding. The clothes are well made, stylish comfortable, and the colors and fabrics delicious. I look forward to many years of shopping here. I used to be a big fan of Free People but the fabrics were often a disappointment. It seems like Eileen Fisher is getting everything right and this store exemplifies it.

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This shows it all. Simple/beautiful clothing supporting worldwide initiatives...and the holidays:)

Gap

2.9(34 reviews)

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Shoutout to Anna for making this experience so effortless and informative! Anna helped me find cute…read moreitems that fit my needs and even helped me find nice gifts too. Most importantly, Anna helped me understand how the discounts and shipping details worked. I also witnessed her having a friendly and encouraging conversation with another shopper that asked Anna for advice. I was so impressed by her customer service and ability to connect with customers. Overall, this was a truly value adding in-person shopping experience. I've been loving the Gap brands under Zac Posen's direction lately and I was impressed by this store's inventory and organization. The sales section was organized even though it was late in the evening. Good deals and good service! Thank you again, Anna and team.

Gap is my go-to since we have the CC. This location is great because it's in the outdoor mall and…read morethere is ample parking. There is the elevator for continence since we tend to have a stroller with us. If not, there is the escalator. Everything is located on the top floor. The woman's section takes up half the store. Then you have the children's and the men's department is tiny. There are two dressing rooms available and a bathroom. The dressing rooms tend to be a little cluttered. I was disappointed the bigger handicap room was used as stock, so I had to try on clothes with the door open so I can keep an eye on my toddler in the stroller. The sale section is always stocked up and organized. Service is okay, I found myself standing next to two associates just talking waiting to get their attention, didn't so I went to find someone else.