I absolutely LOVE these candles. The scents last a long time while burning unlike those found in…read moremajor retail chain stores.

Verve candles is by far the best candles on the market right now!…read more Seriously. Not only do these candles burn slowly because they're made of the best stuff on earth soy, their heavenly, intoxicating fragrances illuminate every room of my house. Each room's aroma can uplift the mind and the senses. My favorite candles and diffusers are Frangipani, Spicy Orange and Belizian Breeze. They make great gifts too!

My friend and I had an AMAZING experience here! We made candles with a lovely lady (I unfortunately…read morecan't remember her name (Mia? Mika?).. and she was so kind and fun. We absolutely loved it, it was an incredible night!

The overall experience here was fun and there scents were nice... HOWEVER, after burning for less…read morethan one hour the glass got so hot it BURNED my $1600 dining room table through the glass container!!!! It looks like the sticker on the bottom of the vase got so hot it burned as well. If you're going to buy an overpriced candle, you should do it somewhere else that provides flammable items in nonflammable packaging. Never again.

Great food amazing service I can't wait to have it again my whole family enjoyed the meal and my…read morekids are some choosy eaters

Honey Made is a woman-owned gift shop along Barracks Row made famous when President Joe Biden…read moreshopped there, picking up a card for the First Lady. When you go inside, there's a sign that points out the President's choice of cards with photos of the owner on the wall with the President. The shop itself is a single room filled with local cards, fabrics, jewelry, household goods, candle, soaps, etc. Browse the aisles to find gifts for friends and family. The prices are on par with other local gift shops.

The greeting cards are a cut above. Cards of all types are primarily what I've purchased for the…read morepast 2 decades from here. I appreciate their DC-focused offerings; there's lots of choices that feature art work or photos of iconic DC spots that are hard to find elsewhere. The stationery is quality stuff. Groovy has staying power because of understanding their niche market.

This is a really cute small business! I visited on a Tuesday afternoon because I was in need of a…read morethank you and I was nearby running errands. I decided to stop in and received a warm welcome! They had cards and small novelty gifts for just about any occasion, balloons and gift bags. I almost got a few of the sarcastic magnets by the checkout but decided to stick with what I came for. I would visit again in the future if I'm nearby.

Pretty fantastic local fit shop. Lacking the typical uber-gimicky, generic, and over priced goods,…read morethis shop has quality fun items at very reasonable pricing. The space itself is inviting, easy to browse, and well organized. The selection is vast and well curated, with plenty of fun items for oneself or to gift to others. The staff were friendly.

Love this store for cute DC items, fun home goods, and bursts of inspiration. Their inventory is…read moreunique and well-priced and the staff are always kind. I've been a fan over many years, but felt compelled to write a review when I bought a hair clip that couldn't hold my thick hair and Jessica was super flexible in letting me exchange the item. I dig this neighborhood spot and always walk away with a little treasure!

My daughters went in there for perfume today. Chresse was so awesome! 10/10 would recommend going…read morethere and seeing her. Customer service is truly a lost art. Well done, Chresse.

I absolutely love this store. Ever since my sister…read moreintroduced me to it 2 years ago, I've been using their body lotions all the time. I have recently learned I'm no longer allergic or have any reaction to perfume! I didn't know one could recover from this issue on your own naturally without any medical intervention. I'm loving 3 particular perfumes here and I mix and match them together. You can find them in Bloomingdale's but I like their stand alone store, they're more knowledgeable and better selection! They're quite pricey but worth it. 3 medium size perfumes and a body lotion will cost you about $500, which will last about a year. Worth every penny! Highly recommend.

She Loves Me is the addition to Barracks Row we didn't know we needed. Located in a space once a…read morechurch office, this local woman-owned flower and plant shop is the perfect stop after a weekend brunch at Barracks Row's many restaurants. Here's why you should go: 1) Flowers: They sell beautifully arranged bouquets of locally grown seasonal flowers. When my daughter and I popped in to pick up a bouquet to surprise my wife at the airport returning from a trip, we left with two. My wife was impressed with how beautiful the selection was. 2) Space: Once you enter the space, you're surrounded by plants and household goods like candles. The shop is put together well, inviting you to stay awhile browsing every corner. 3) Staff: Holley, the owner, was managing the shop when we stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. She is welcoming and can guide you through the store connecting you to the right bouquet or plant. She Loves Me's Barracks Row shop is open Wednesday through Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM. They also do next-day deliveries through their website and provide flowers for weddings, etc.

First time I stopped by, the woman behind the counter completely ignored me while she was on the…read morephone. No hello, or "give me a sec, please," or any other common, professional curtesy. She looked up, saw me come in, and turned her back, so I left. Ever the optimist, I returned during posted store hours and once again the woman was on the phone, but this time the door was locked ‍. Haven't had the pleasure of actually shopping there, but it's not because I haven't tried.

I had a beautiful experience with Mrs White this past weekend with my friends. Her readings were…read morevery accurate, and had a calming vibe about her that my friends and I really enjoyed during our readings. I highly recommend if you're in the DC area to visit Mrs. White I rate it 10 out of 10 reading!

Tranquility at its best this place is an absolute dream went in for a reading left, feeling…read morerestored strong and ready to take on the future Mrs. White was so informed honest and helpful with my current situation. I am so glad that I stopped by. She suggested some wonderful crystals and I did an amazing cleansing meditation session. I have been to all types of retreats and classes, but I must say this was the most helpful, wonderful, peaceful experiences I've had yet will be back soon.

I'm always on a hunt for postcards & despite them becoming harder & harder to find, this beautiful…read morestore had a wonderful array of postcards, stationary, & cute gifts. The staff here were incredibly friendly & I left with a dozen of postcards!

Steadfast Supply showcases the artistic talent and entrepreneurial spirit of DC residents. The…read morestore curates a collection of gifts that truly represent Washington with some extra fun lifestyle and craft items. I made sure to visit every corner of the store to make sure I did not miss a thing. It's a wonderful spot to browse while you're in the neighborhood and to take a workshop. Virginia led a group of us through a plant and pot decorating class right in the store. For my first Steadfast event, this was well organized and we were well cared for by our host! It was a rare moment of art therapy for me. There were no rules except to paint. At the end, we got holy basil seeds and soil to complete the project. I can't wait to see it grow along with my other plants.

4.5 rounded up. This store is really fun, it's one of the longest term residents of the Wharf and…read moreI've been shopping here since it first opened. It's rare that I stop in a don't leave with at least one item (though I almost always go in there "just to browse"). Diament Jewelry is a misleading name for the shop though. They do carry some jewelry, but it's a smaller collection of rings and necklaces and nothing I'd say to go out of your way for (ie, no unique look or designer). What I would call it is Diament Gifts as they have an amazing selection for just about any occasion whether it's a new baby, bridal shower or just to treat yourself. They carry a lot of clothes and accessories, soaps, candles, decorations and cards. This store is literally packed with inventory and it changes out on a regular basis (it's also good for almost any holiday!). It's well curated but also impressively stocked in a way few other stores are. Another huge highlight of Diament is the sale section. With so much inventory, much of the more themed items can usually be found marked down for an excellent deal. I especially recommend the sale section for cards, I've found so many great items here. The one thing holiday Diament back from a full five is the customer service. It's incredibly hands-off and fairly unfriendly - when I buy things at a store I expect a smile at the very minimum (small talk or a greeting would be ideal...). But despite this I still fully recommend this fun store.

Stopped in here while I was at the Wharf (waiting for a table at a nearby restaurant). My son found…read morea few trinkets and so I thought we'd get them since we had a little time. There were a couple of people in front of us in line, no big deal. But, when it got to the person directly in front of us I began to wonder if they really wanted my business. The woman at the register (who I found out was the manager) was moving as slow as possible, literally having complete conversations about various topics. And she kept looking at me, looking away, and then seemed to just move slower (no I'm sorry, with you in a minute, etc). It was one of the stranger (and more uncomfortable) service experiences I've had in recent memory. After suggesting that I would just go elsewhere where she did offer to ring me up and offered a 50 cent discount for the wait. I did purchase the items because my son was getting upset and I wanted to shield him from the ugliness of the situation. However, the manager just didn't seem like she wanted to serve me and I really felt like I was being treated differently than other customers. I won't speculate about why, but needless to say there are plenty of other businesses in the area that I know will happily serve me and I will never walk through the door of this one again.