Kazeem is amazing. We stopped in on recommendations from both Angela Adams as well as Rough &…read moreTumble and we were not disappointed. Managed to snag some awesome beard balm for the hubs, a knit cap for me (Thick As Thieves), and some various other items -- including a great limited edition map print of Portland. The merchandise is a nice mix. Sadly, my husband is too tall/large for clothes there, but I highly recommend what is stocked. It's all wonderful quality garments and sharp looking as well. Kazeem was not only dapper, but definitely warm and welcoming as well as awesome to chat about mid-century design -- and that is always a mark of a good person. ;-) See you again soon!

I love this shop. It has a lot of wonderful home accessories and men's grooming products and a…read moregreat selection of clothing. Kazeem was very welcoming to me and my friend. He treated us like family upon entry. Great music selection too! I'll be back.

I am so impressed with the service at this store! On my first visit I was looking for gym shoes to…read moreuse specifically for indoor workouts--and I hadn't bought new shoes in years, relying on an old pair of Brooks that were stretched out and run down in the treads. I also have giant, flat, bunion-bedecked flippers that are notoriously hard to fit--which isn't a problem here, because they scan your feet to get a 3D model (cool!) and then spend all the time you need to find exactly what fits. I tried on numerous pairs and the nice young man helping me was very knowledgeable and never rushed me at all. I ended up with a new brand I'd never heard of before (Topo) and they've been fantastic--comfortable from the very first wear. With wonderful service like this, it's no wonder I recently went back to get another pair for walking and trails (updated Brooks model this time). My feet (and knees) are SO much happier now that I have the right fit. Prices seem to be standard list (not sure if there are sales), but that's OK; the 60-day return policy is very generous and I appreciate that they want to make sure you're happy with what you buy. Tip: yes, it may be busy here, especially on a weekend--there's usually someone running a list at the front (or ask at the counter), so just give them your name and they'll get to you!

So, Fleet Feet Maine Running/Maine Running Company is now part of the Marathon Sports chain. It…read moreholds onto its reputation as a fantastic place to buy running shoes. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. They work hard to get you fitted with the right shoes, using a combination of technology and experience. I can't recommend this place enough!

Portland Dry Goods is the type of store that if money was no object -- their showroom would be my…read moreentire closet. For six years, I've been stopping here when I'm in Maine for work or for fun. Their perfectly fitted flannels have passed the test of time, combined with curated items from high-end brands (A.P.C., Barbour, Swans Island, Wings + Horn, etc.). They put together looks that don't go out of style, with durable clothes that have been in my closet (and on me) for up to six seasons (so far!). If you're anywhere in the area, Portland Dry Goods is worth going out of your way for. My only complaint: the buttons on their flannels sometimes jump ship, but they've reinforced a couple and I've had no issues since.

I've been here 6-8 times in the last 10+ years and bought things half the time. Not once has anyone…read moreever greeted me or my wife or offered to help, including this morning. Not once. Bitch, I'm from NYC, get over yourself. I can go to Hermès to get condescended to. Only nice thing I can say is that the assortment is decent, though it's getting less interesting.

The Haberdashery is every fashionista's dream, whether it be as a buyer or seller. Their selection…read moreis upscale, with high-quality and trendy brands such as Reformation, Madewell, Cos, Aritzia, Sezane, Levis, etc., all for quite the bargain. Perfect for early-20-somethings to mid-40-somethings with an eye for fashion but with the other eye on their checking account. I've found Agolde jean shorts, a $300 winter jacket for only $110 (which has become a staple in my Maine winter wardrobe!) and countless cute sweaters and tops at a fraction of their retail price. They have a great selection of dresses apt for wedding guests, and a solid amount of high quality footwear as well. The way the store is organized is yet another plus. They organize by clothing type and color, which makes for a seamless shopping experience and caters to my selectivity. As someone who is embarrassingly picky about what ends up in my wardrobe's rotation, and is also committed to ethical consumerism, but whose wallet can't always accommodate my tastes, the Haberdashery is a godsend. I'm always surprised at what I end up finding (and walking away with) whenever I head in. As a seller, I appreciate their model--get more bang for your buck with store credit, or opt for cash-only. What a gem!!

Nothing bad to say about this store- of note, the Yelp address is outdated and the storefront is…read morenow on Commercial. But they have a good assortment of clothes at reasonable prices and in good condition. I got a cute pair of actually vintage shorts and my friend got a great summer bag. Salesperson was helpful!

I didn't think I'd be leaving Maine with a brand new pair of beautifullllll clogs but I am so happy…read morethat I am! My plan for Portland was wander, eat, sip and wander some more. But this wonderful shop with wooden clogs lining the windows was too cute to pass up without a walk through. Especially since I had commented TWICE that day already on other people's cute clogs and how I really wanted a good pair. I took it as a sign. One side of the shop is the store, the other their workshop, and the entire space smells like leather. The woman working that day, who I would guess was the owner, was kind and patient and got me a few different pairs to try on. I left before buying to debate if I wanted to spend a bit of $ on a pair and also needed to decide on a color (brown or black). Well, after a drink at a nearby brewery, I returned and bought my great new pair of shoes. They are comfy and cute and came in a great little cloth tote bag I've used quite a few times already. All and all a great purchase, and a shop I highly recommend for shoes and all things leather!

I wandered Congress St. aimlessly while passing through Portland, Maine and popped into this cute…read moreleather goods store. A had a chat with the very friendly person working there (the owner maybe) and then noticed a dreamy leather tote, just the right light brownish red that kind of matches my hair. It was an ok price for a thick leather, well built tote, although more than I had planned to spend that day. I couldn't resist. Now 3 years later I'm still using the tote and get compliments all of the time. Right now I'm building a smallish house and find myself throwing saw blades, pints of paint, and other items I pick up at the store into it. Not normally what one should do with a nice purse, but the purse is unphased. It gets more of a worn in look, but it's even more lovely as such.

Renys Department Store DowntownPortland This store is unique…read morein that I believe it has something for everyone. Sure it's in an old building but it's clean inside and everything is neatly arranged. I thought prices were very reasonable on most items. They have Mens, Womens, Kids Cloths, Shoes, Kitchen Accessories, Household Goods, Hardware, Carpets, Medicine, Cleaning Supplies, Maine Made products, Toys,Outdoor Camping Equipment, Souvenirs, Post Cards, Candy and some Food just to name a few. See something for everyone. The people that work there were friendly and courteous to boot.I loved this store and wished we had some back in Florida. I give this store 4 out of 5 stars. Follow Me For More Reviews & Fun

You can't come to Maine and not walk through a Reny's, A Maine Adventure. If you know, you know. So…read moreI did my walk around. And looked at the lobster bake supplies, and clothing, and shoes. All great items for camping or for your home at great prices. I had asked if they had a bathroom, and they said no. And later as I'm walking around, I notice all the business say no bathroom on the outside of their door. Not even if you're a customer. A lot of homelessness that has made it difficult for paying customers to use the bathrooms. It's sad, cause I had done hours of walking around Old Port and Portland area, and there's no place to go to the bathroom. Times have changed

I had a great experience, where with a limited amount of time and absolutely 0 research, I was able…read moreto walk into EMS and get exactly what I needed. Sophie was extremely knowledgeable about hiking boots and I walked out of the store under budget with boots I am feeling pumped about. I was a little embarrassed to know so little about what I needed, but she was so helpful that quickly went away. Thanks EMS and Sophie!

I love EMS. So why the two stars you may ask? Because there is something about This EMS that says,…read more"Hello, welcome. Now forget about anyone ever helping you once you walk pass the desk." On this particular occasion I had been surfing their website for a new pair of winter boots. I went into the store and told the worker this exact thing. He was very cordial and said someone would be right back to help me. So I went in the back and waited... And waited... And waited. I just started trying on the display models and was able to get the exact size I needed. 10 minutes into this, the same guy from the counter came back and said "I can let you try on any size" I told him I had already done this using their displays at which point he quickly walked away. I'm not basing my rating on this visit alone. This store seems to care less about their customer and more about chatting behind the counter. It's a bummer because they have such a great product.

Oh, where do we start!!?? Am I really the first? This is MY…read moreFAVORITE STORE EVER! I love EVERYTHING & EVERYONE about this company!! I highly recommend shopping there for clothing or gifts... All local! LOVELOVELOVE

Suger is one of my wife's favorite stores! She loves their super quality made soft, stylish,…read more comfortable and stretchy line of clothing which is versatile (think ability to wear a shirt as just that or pull down the material more in order to wear as a dress), made of sustainably sourced materials such as bamboo and locally made in the USA at their Biddeford, Maine historic mill. Aside from their clothing, both locations (Biddeford store as well) have many odds and ends, including jewelry that is made by smaller companies, some home goods like blankets, pillows and decorations; hats, shoes and belts, stationary, a few baby clothing items and some good gift items. Staff is helpful and there are many that go out of their way to make your experience shopping a good one. Clothing is also online on their website. This spot is not to be missed.

This place is magical! It's packed with amazing things and organized very well. The prices are…read morereasonable and the young lady that helped me (I believe her name was Jen) was super friendly. The inventory is in great condition and clearly well cared for. I almost bought a very lovely veil and I'm not engaged or thinking about getting married anytime soon. I did buy a great vintage handbag that will be perfect for date night. In addition to clothing, there's tons of accessories and home goods as well. I did 2 or 3 laps around the small store just to make sure that I didn't miss anything because there are so many treasures. Many places call themselves "vintage", but Everchanging Seasons in the absolute real deal.

I love, love, love this store! It has a huge selection of all sizes and many brands. The owner is…read morechill and welcoming--and always has a great playlist going. Clean, spacious changing rooms allow you to try items on in peace. An additional prize is the small collection of vintage goods--so much fun to peruse! This is a wonderful gem.