It will certainly be one of your "Lucky Days" when you walk into Barbara's unique boutique, truly…read moreone of Wakefield's treasures. With years of experience and a business that was lovingly passed down from her mother, Barbara brings a wealth of knowledge, style, and genuine care to every customer who walks through her door. She has a wonderful gift for listening and gently offering thoughtful advice to help each person find clothing that is right for them--pieces that not only look beautiful but also help them feel confident and comfortable. Her shop carries a lovely variety of styles for women of all ages. Rounding out this unique boutique are some fun and specialized items as well. Barbara also provides specialized fitting services and is especially knowledgeable about helping women with unique fitting needs. Beyond her expertise, Barbara is warm, personable, and truly cares about her community. Shopping here feels more like visiting a trusted friend than visiting a store. If you're looking for personal attention, honest guidance, and a wonderful selection of clothing, .... and most of all the great experience , be sure to drop in.

I never paid attention to this building, except to wonder how a little pink "fashion" store on…read moreAlbion could do enough business to survive.  I went because, while shopping for a wedding outfit, I realized I needed a bra fitting after losing weight.  My aunt, who lived in Wakefield for a long time, suggested Florence's. Walking in, the place was very crowded with a wide variety of styles and a ton of heads with wigs.  Honestly, the shop did not seem like the place for me.  I figured I'd get a bra and then go shopping for clothes. I was very surprised to find everything I needed and some items I would not have considered, but she asked me to try on for her!  The shop owner, Barbara, is really good at what she does! I am not a fashion-focused person, I like sticking to timeless staples with a funky twist and comfortable shoes. But, not only did I get a good fitting and a bra I love, but a bonus stylist who worked with me, showing me a variety of options, really listened to what I did or didn't like about each and  helped me craft the perfect outfit for the wedding and a great bra!  I think everyone should go, alone bc it is tight in there, and just see what she has for you, it's fun. Thank you, Barbara! Not sure if you would have recommended the platform sneakers I wore, lol, but I got so many compliments on my get-up!

One of the BEST thrifting experiences that I have had at a thrift shop...The owners are friendly,…read morewelcoming, engaging & very accommodating. My friend & I were driving by and noticed this awesome sign. There are so many unique and fabulous items to purchase. I didn't want to leave! You can buy all new pots, pans, make up, shoes office supplies... you name it tbere is a good chance they have it! I cannot wait to go back, I really liked the genuine and sincere appreciation that we felt from the owners.

Interesting selection of clothes and houseware items but prices seemed on the high side and the…read morestore itself is a little cluttered

Folks, this is not your "Jewelry store in the mall", nor is it a high-pressure commission jewelry…read moregiant. Elyse is a family business, and has been that way for generations. They do business by appointment, so you are the only customer in the store, getting individual attention. They make their products, so everything is individual. They take the time to educate you, so you understand exactly what you buy. They provide an independent appraisal so you know you got what you paid for. And their work is top notch so there is outstanding value, both in what you buy and in the workmanship of their work. They sell gold by weight so a fair price is guaranteed. The best part? You leave there feeling like you made new friends. Thank you Richard and Isabel... you guys rock. I would never go anywhere else.

Making big purchases is nerve-wracking. Making big purchases about things you know little to…read morenothing about is even worse! When my fiancé and I (at the time not yet engaged) decided we wanted to make the next big step in our relationship, the thought of meeting with a jeweler was daunting. Although we knew nothing about diamonds, we *did* know that we wanted to shop together, and we wanted to give our business to somewhere family-owned instead of a big box store. So we committed probably every faux pas known to jewelry-kind and walked into Elyse Jewelers without making any appointment, completely on whim. Richard and Christine were outstanding in every possible way. Not only were we completely clueless (AND had no prior appointment), but we really hadn't done any research or scoped out other jewelry stores. They took the time to sit with us and give us the best Introduction to Diamonds 101 primer we could've asked for. Everything from the grading scale to cost to distribution was highlighted. Richard was open and transparent, and not once did we feel rushed or pressured into making any purchases. Richard was open about how diamonds were priced and where Elyse Jewelers stood in the diamond-buying hierarchy. He took samples out to show us the differences in size and color and emphasized the importance of cut. By the time we were done being thoroughly educated, we were both positive we would be coming back to make our future purchases here (with a proper appointment of course). During our next visit Richard discussed designs and styles. I knew I wanted a particular look, but I was struggling to articulate it -- Richard was able to translate my idea into a custom design that perfectly fit what I had in mind! Each step of the process was really fun and exciting. Being able to see a paper sketch transform into a 3D rendered model and then into a wax replica was admittedly way cooler than my fiancé and I anticipated. Richard was very upfront during each step and reminded us that if we wanted changes or adjustments we shouldn't be afraid to speak up! My fiancé's proposal was wonderful and memorable to me -- at the same time, I think the experience of creating the ring together from start to finish was something really special for both of us. Knowing we had something designed specifically to complement the stone we selected and fit well with my hand goes beyond any expectations I had at the beginning. I felt like we were collaborating with an artisan instead of just another customer. We can't wait to go back and look at wedding bands!

I'm not afraid of you or your threats legal action Rada. Many Yelpers have messaged me about the…read morecomment you wrote to me. Many feel it wasn't very nice to put it lightly. One Yelper even commented to me that you "slit your own throat" with replies like the one you left me. Just so we are clear "slit your own throat" is figurative NOT literal, it is a figure of speech. What was meant by that comment is that you give the unsatisfied customers more credibility because of the harsh reply, it makes you look like the bad guy. If you read Help For Business Owners, Yelp gives some practical suggestions to help Business Owners to respond to negative reviews in a tactful way that helps defuse situations such as this one, instead of being threatening. I mean I wouldn't want you to get sued in return, Yelpers are well protected by the 1st Amendment and Anti- slapp legislation. I amended my review and took out the words that offended you because I am a reasonable person. I do not wish anything bad upon you. I am just expressing my opinion, feelings and telling my experience. I hope your business continues to do well and that you learn from experiences such as the one that I had and improve the customer service you give to your con-signers. Maybe that improvement would be something as simple as agreeing upon a set price to sell the consigned item for before taking it for consignment and putting it in writing.

I have to say that Rada and her staff could not have been nicer. I went there to buy my wife a…read moregift and they all worked so hard to help. They asked me a lot of questions about her and what she liked. I would not wander through a big department store any more. This store had a lot to choose from. There are many unique and high quality items, it was hard for me to choose from the things they selected. I had a good time, they are fun and very helpful group. All I can say is if you are looking for a nice gift for a woman in your family - stop by and they will help you find just the right thing!

A fun place to shop. Prices are low, items are nice, and you never know what you might find.read more

I brought in my antique engagement ring that was incorrectly resized by a previous jeweler…read moreresulting in an oval shank. I had concerns about the ring spinning despite resizing. Gary inspected the ring in great detail and made a recommendation to remove some of the shank and rebuild it, as well as to place tension springs to prevent spinning and slipping. He took his time to measure my finger for the optimal fit. I was told by another jeweler that all of my prongs needed replacement and I wanted a second opinion. Gary again took his time to inspect all the prongs and reassured me that they didn't need replacement. I was very glad for his honesty. The next business day, Gary fixed the ring in 3-4 hours and it came out beautifully. I was so nervous previously to entrust someone with my ring, but I felt at ease. Gary offered that I stay and watch the entire process. He told me to inspect my gemstone carefully after his job was complete as general good practice after having my jewelry worked on! I am so happy with the end result and strongly recommend this jeweler. The key factors that impressed me most were honesty, trustworthiness, attention to detail, patience, mastery of his craft, and sharing of knowledge/providing an understandable rationale for his decision-making. I will absolutely be returning for intermittent ring checks!

Brought my engagement ring in for a cleaning and the women who work here were quick to help and did…read morea fantastic job. Thank you, Persona!