I have been a fan of Shea Yeleen for years now and the products remain of top quality! My favorite…read moreis the Shea butter body polish citrus pine. It was a gift from a friend. It's my pampering regiment and my body is so soft after each use. My hands and feet get really dry and rough and it's even worst in the winter. However, I really feel the difference when I use the body polish and compliment it with the body balm. Aside from the products, I like that the company is a social enterprise. Knowing that my purchase goes towards helping a community of women entrepreneurs is a bonus and guilt free reason to splurge. The founder Rahama completes the package; she's humble and uplifts everyone around her. I am glad that the company is within reach so that I can test products in person at their shop on H St. If you haven't been- go, it's a beautiful space and sometimes other businesses hosts pop-ups there.

Their shea butter is of the highest quality and has helped my temperamental skin during the…read moreharshest of winters. I use their soap on my daughter's skin. Heck, I love their products so much that I even included them as giveaways in my wedding favors. :) With Shea Yeleen, not only are you getting products that are amazing for your skin, but you are also helping to make a huge difference in the lives and communities of the African women who work so hard to produce harvest and produce the shea butter. This is an awesome fair trade business and I am honored to be a customer.

Nothing less than pure joy during my last visit to Joyful Bath Co! This was my second time visiting…read morethe shop, the first was with the Yelp Local event. I was itching for a reason to come back and I'm glad I made it back. I found out that Joyful Bath Co offers free events through several outlets (Facebook, Meet Up, Eventbrite, etc.) almost monthly. I figured this was a great reason to stop back in, plus I needed some new bath bombs. The event was lovely, Rochel and her team really care about the quality of the products as well as their customers. I was able to make my own bath salts, learn how bathbombs are made, as well as a demonstration. Joyful Bath Co appears to do almost everything. I can completely testify to how great the bathbombs and shower melts are. These are definitely high quality products. I saw that they have baby products as well as a pet products... all natural of course! I'm a huge fan of this company and I hope that more people take advantage of the events to learn more about the company.

What an amazing store. I am so happy that we happened to run into this place. We were coming to…read morethe cafe next door and saw the signs about CBD bath bombs, WOW. Ok so first walking in this little store is amazing. All natural soaps, soaks, CBD products....we were in heaven. It was a little strange timing since the two of us who came in here are both moving out of state within a week, but we both decided to get some soap, CBD bath bombs and tea. I don't know what to say other than the CBD bath bombs changed both of our lives. I am a marathon runner and after a long run, I used one of these and my muscles felt so relaxed. After studying CBD in school there are for sure anti-inflammatory compounds in cannabinoids and I could tell. I woke up the next morning feeling relax and rejuvenated after that bath. This place inside is so cute and the man working who was very helpful told me they do parties, favors and host events. I wish I had found this place sooner. I will tell you that I loved these CBD bath bombs so much that once I get settled in my new home, I think I might buy some of these online. Great stop!

Super-cute store with loads of really nice things 'packed' into a space that feels airy and has…read morethat real Med. Sea vibe (I know, because I grew up close to there.) Awesome hand lotions, hair perfumes, Turkish towels (I got a great grape [okay, just plain purple] and pink one that's got teal on the other side -- just beautiful and so soft, ooh, what luxury! Turkish towels are awesome because they take up less space and dry far more quickly than other, thicker towels, so of course they end up both smelling much better and being a lot more hygienic. The orange-scented hand lotion is super-luxe, too, with a rich creamy feel and excellent scent. I got the amber hair perfume. The rugs are really nice, with just enough texture balanced together with softness and sturdiness all together in one piece -- and there is an amazing selection of different colours of these area rugs available, all rolled up nicely in a cool basket. Speaking of baskets, they've got them! The baskets have a real beachy vibe and would be perfect for a day (or a week, or more!) at the beach. They're real sturdy and stand up well on their own, unlike some other floppier baskets or of course beach bags out there .... The baskets are also really good for shopping, too. There are cookbooks, fun cooking and cleaning supplies such as the never-before-seen-by-me ravioli-shaped sponges and oh-so-many things to explore, I wouldn't want to ruin it for you by telling you more! The person I encountered was super-helpful, friendly, nice, accommodating, etc. The parking is plentiful (At least it was when I was there.), and if you like pretty, flowery things, there is also a lovely gardening center just steps away ... plus lots of other stuff nearby to explore in Kensington! Very glad I stopped by! Only thing is: it's closed on Mondays. Oh, and I love the name, too! Olive & Loom -- even the name has texture and beauty in it .... A very 'Yay' type of find, indeed! Just lovely. :-)

Olive and Loom is a good retailer. The owner, Ferzan, is honest and fair…read more I had a good experience, and would buy from her again. Recommended...

Artisans is a fantastic place to shop for the women in your life, especially moms, aunts, grandmas…read moreand teachers. Yes, they have gifts for men too, but it's mostly an afterthought. Great selection of Vera Bradley, Scout, and Spartina bags, Maryland-themed items, housewares, and unique jewelry at lots of price points. Friendly staff are always available to give suggestions, and hands down the best thing ever - free gift wrap when you purchase full price items! (Sale items can also be wrapped for a nominal fee.) It's a store that contains all the cutest items that you don't need, but that you definitely want to take home. Whenever I get a gift that's wrapped by Artisans, I know there's something fun inside!

This gift store has something for everyone on your gift list. There is a whole Maryland section…read morewith products showcasing the state of Maryland. There is also a section of gifts created by artists that reside in Maryland. I fell in love with the beach candle. It really smells like the beach. There is a children's section with both toys and clothes. They had some really cute toys. And, there was a section devoted to people who love pasta. They also had jewelry and clothing for women too. I was warmly greeted when I walked in the door. I really liked their selection of gifts. So, much so that I joined their mailing list. Prices are a bit higher, but you are paying for the unique items and the one of a kind gifts. Thanks Amy for sharing your thoughts on gifts and the selection. It was a pleasure meeting you. I will definitely be back to see you soon.

Great private shopping option by making appointments! Great gift selections! Beautiful clothes to…read moreshop!

This is my go to spot. Love the selection natural beauty products and REALLY LOVE the selection of…read moreAfrican American greeting cards.

This little boutique is packed with unique trinkets, jewelry and tons of accessories…read more At first glance, it may not be apparent how many great finds you're surrounded by. I sure didn't. In fact, when I first walked in my initial of the boutique lead me to believe this was a place that my mother and grandmother might like. Not that they are not women of great taste, but perhaps just of a more mature taste. However, once I started to actually look through the displayed items, I found so many awesome gifts that were classic, but still a bit trendy and playful including a unique, sequenced beret, incense and candles, soaps, shaws, compacts and a bunch of other knick-knacks. To my surprise, there were a number of areas of the store where you could find discounted items ranging from 30-50% off, making many of the jewelry items extremely affordable. If you are an impulse buyer, just make note of the return policy. Although I was sure I would not be returning my purchased items, I remember that it was very specific so just double check before you fork over that cash.

Coco Mio is a cute little store in a basement right next to the knit shop, a Starbucks and the Rice…read morePaddies Grill. I stopped in today to look around after a yummy lunch at RPG. I admit that I popped in firstly to prolong the absence of me at my desk for just a few minutes longer...but the "SALE" signs outside and inside made it a done deal. The moment you step in, you can feel the bright, cheerful vibe of the store - from the friendly greeting, to the pink walls and cute things for sale. I noticed a lot of hair accessories - headbands, clips, sparkly barrettes as well as clothing, scarves, purses, necklaces and earrings. The price tag per item is kind of expensive, if you ask me...but I think it's a cool place to pick up gifts for your girly friends.

I love everything they sell. It's so soft, all eco-friendly, and you know your money is going to a…read moregood cause. I used to buy blankets and onesies as gifts for baby showers, but now I have my own little one and can finally dress him up in these comfy clothes, too! The owner is also incredibly nice! It's always a pleasure to see her at Eastern Market!

The only place I shop at for all the baby gifts. Anyone who…read moreI have ever given a gift to has always raved about it.

5.26.23 Nice fashion…read moreretailer that carries apparel and accessories for women, men, and children. Accessories include handbags/wallets, sunglasses, jewelry, watches, fragrances, flip flops, and caps. They had sales, but I found the price tag to still be somewhat expensive. I like their apparel and the material seems to be high quality, but I don't like that their brand is imprinted on most apparel. I purchased a graphic tee today. It was on sale for $5 off. They have gift cards available. Staff were friendly. I was greeted upon entering and asked by an associate if I needed a fitting room. It took a minute before the associate saw me waiting by the fitting room as they were short-staffed. I would likely frequent this location if there were deeper discounts and less imprinted merch.

I must've caught a really good sale because I left thinking that i pulled a fast one…read more This location is very well stocked and organized extremely well. It only took me a second to find the size I needed which is rare. My only complaint is that the clerk tried to give me a hard time about my coupon being on my phone. Now I understand that printing your coupon is best but really I am showing you the email sent to me by Guess with the coupon while your telling me the coupon has an email. Barnicles! That small misunderstanding will not deter me from coming back, it encourages me to print coupons for more savings.