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9 years ago
I have always loved this store. Although I only go to the store twice a year for teacher stuff usually. The customer service was helpful informative and not over bearing. Their sales occur enough to keep me coming back for a great product. read more
8 years ago
I love the product! The store is always clean and organized. The staff is helpful and informative.
1152 Baybrook Mall Dr
Friendswood, TX 77546
South Belt/Ellington
(281) 218-6622
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What time does Vera Bradley open?
Vera Bradley opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Vera Bradley opens at 12:00 PM on Sunday.
What time does Vera Bradley close?
Vera Bradley closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Vera Bradley closes at 6:00 PM on Sunday.
Mon-Sat 10:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Does Vera Bradley take credit cards?
Yes, Vera Bradley takes credit cards.
Does Vera Bradley have bike parking?
Yes, Vera Bradley has bike parking.
Does Vera Bradley have parking?
Yes, Vera Bradley has parking options.
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Located next to the new location of Tuesday morning, corner shopping center of 2351 and 518 in…read moreFriendswood. What a great store! I didn't realize everything that they had to offer: cute and glitzy shoes and flip flops bags and purses bling jeans pictures, candles, decorative items jewelry (including Friendswood Mustang earrings and necklaces) and of course very cute clothes! The sales girl (I should have gotten her name!) was very helpful and started me a dressing room as soon as I started picking out items. She also came by the fitting rooms to ask if anyone needed a different size or assistance. I ended up finding a royal blue dress and a cute top and got both for less than $80! I will definitely be going back!
Friendly customer service- always helpful when seeking something specific. What I love the most is…read morethe honesty- they don't tell you something looks good just to make a sale. Great Friendswood shop
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What a great find!! My wife and I have been looking all over Houston for a unique dining table…read more My wife really likes the modern farmhouse motif. We have been looking for several months. Little did we know that we'd find the perfect table in our backyard. We found The Market Station on Instagram and Facebook (TheMarketStation). My wife saw a table on their social media page that she really wanted to go see. She fell in love with it immediately. Not only did she find a table she likes but, much to my chagrin, found other pieces she liked as well. If I'm honest, I also liked several other pieces in their store as well. The owner (Cathy Young) is on-site and very personable. When we bought the table, we didn't need it delivered. However, if you need delivery, I think they offer local delivery through a third party. Bottom line - A fantastic furniture and decor store that offers a variety of larger furniture pieces as well as artwork and other decor. Definitely worth a visit if you're in "the market."
Hidden gem! I came here to purchase a birthday gift for my mom and was blown away by this beautiful…read morestore. The decor and furniture are gorgeous, the owner is great, and the prices are very fair. I will be returning!
Front entrance of the store.
I love the nursery and that it's family owned!!…read more A previous customer of mines recommended this place to me. I went to check out his hype and was not let down. During the spring season, they have a small selection of plants. Populars in front of the store and Texas natives in the back. I used to shop here daily after work. Everyone who works here is so sweet and knowledgeable. Joanna who usually waters the plants, she is personable. Every time I'd come, we'd spend a few moments sharing our plant knowledge. I've bought a lot of TX natives. I even came here to landscape the yard with the variety of coleus, caladiums, variegated oregano, flowering plants, and salvia. I really like that they have a garden in the back displaying all the natives that is for sale. I've recommended this nursery to a few of my older customers. Especially the ones who were interested in growing a pollinator garden.
Very knowledgeable and friendly. I was looking for a special pot for my African violet plant. But…read morenot only did they have the pot I needed, but I found out more "care and feeding" information too.
I purchased this geranium for its foliage
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So, my AC in my car just stopped working. Went today to try and do it yourself it. Bought some…read morerefrigerant, and with the help of Dee, she showed me how to place the meter and whatnot. So started my car, turned it on high and lo and behold, it started working. Compressor kicked on, ac blowing cold. Dee had the magic touch, so she was able to refund my money and fix my AC! Thanks Dee and O'Reilly. You saved the day.
Had such a kind gentlemen who helped me yesterday, showed me how to do the process & explained…read moreeverything to me.Thank you!
This boutique has clothes for every women, no matter your size. I haven't been in person but their…read moreonline selection is awesome. They are priced very well and have cute accessories to pair with your outfits. Can't wait to visit this gem in person!
Went in to check this place out after seeing it on social media and unfortunately wasn't impressed…read more When myself, and my friend, walked in we weren't greeted at all. Not even anyone to look up, make eye contact, smile and go back to what they were doing. Their clothes are cute and I was impressed with their selection but I don't think I'll be back. The prices for the clothes are very reasonable but the people working were more worried about where the taco person was going to set up and /or the photo Booth we're setting up then making sure I was good. Hopefully they can do better with other customers.
Return policy!
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This is truly my all time favorite Boutique in the neighborhood. The owner, Tonya Ankenbrunk has…read moregreat taste and stocks her racks with unique designs. She carries a good variety of merchandise from clothing to jewelry, shoes, boots and gifts. If you're in the area, please stop by. You won't be dissapointed.
From the owner: Due to COVID-19 we are now exclusively ONLINE at LoveUrbanCoyote.com. Once we establish the "new…read morenorm" we hope to be at markets, events and back to hosting in-home parties. As always, we strive to support America by purchasing our products from American manufactures or handmade products made in the USA. Love Urban Coyote Boutique focuses on customer service and bringing unique, quality fashions to mature women of all sizes. We carry upscale apparel at affordable prices, jewelry, accessories, and an expanding dog line! We are currently reducing our inventory, so almost everything is on sale! Thank you for shopping with us!
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I've had my eye on this Nordie Rack for a while. Each trip over to Galveston or towns along the way…read moreto visit fam, I've been tempted to pop in. But time never really permitted. Today, I had about 30 minutes to kill and was able to pop in, shop, try stuff on, pay an be out the door. This is the cleanest and most organized Nordstrom Rack out of the two I've been to (Uptown and Spring Branch). And this location - on a Wednesday evening - hardly had any other shoppers inside. It was like my own private shopping experience. Their jean selection wasn't as robust as the other two Greater Houston spots, but on a hot day like today, I wasn't too interested in pants! And they don't have some over the higher end or luxe clothing labels. But sunnies, hair products, makeup, shoes, athletic wear... I was set. Friendly staff too.
This was my first time at this Nordstrom Rack location. I had found what I was looking for on the…read morewebsite the previous evening and went into the store to get it. It seems small compared to other Nordstrom Racks I've been to. However they have a decent variety of things, women's coats and jackets, active wear, pants, tops/blouses, intimate apparel. After some perusing, I found what I had came for. The quality of the outfit didn't look as good as it did online. Nonetheless I grabbed it and a couple other blouses and tried everything on in the fitting room. They had an attendant at the fitting room who was helpful and it was easy to get in and out of the dressing room. The checkout process was fairly quick and when asked the cashier let me know what their return policy was. I had until January (it was earlier this week when I purchased my items, so early November), with the receipt, all tags, and the items obviously never worn. I'm not sure if this is their usual return window or a special one for the holidays but its more than enough time to return something if you need to and I did so this was helpful. When I returned my items a couple hours later, after finding something that better fit my needs, the return process was a breeze and they refunded my money back to my original form of payment.
We contacted Tint World in Clear Lake to inquire about a 2005 Mustang GT that needed a complete…read moreredo as the tint was in horrible shape, bubbled and view was severely obstructed bc of the failing tint. Whoever my husband spoke to on the phone they were very courteous and very informative, so he made an appointment for a drop off the following week. When we arrived we met Alex L. and from the moment we walked in he was kind, extremely professional and very thorough about how the whole process worked. He helped us pick out the tint that would work best for our 18 year old son. We went with the ceramic tint and we felt the price was very good for the work we were getting done. To be honest, we felt terrible even asking them to take on this job bc the tint was so bad, but they reassured us they could take it on. During the time the Mustang was there, Alex stayed in contact with us, updating us where they were in the process. We appreciated this so much bc it helped us plan out the next couple of days. We went back to pick up the Mustang and OH MY! It was gorgeous! I KNOW they busted their butts getting her looking this good. I am kicking myself that I didn't think to take before pics so I could post the before and after. But we were absolutely super impressed. *Also, the ceramic tint has done wonders with this heat. Now I want to get all of our vehicles done just for the ceramic tint. We appreciate all of their hard work and plan to bring them more business. We highly recommend Tint World! Thank you guys for an awesome job!
Expensive vs others. You can get same materials and better warranty from others…read more I would recommend you shop around as lots of options in the marketplace
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I was in need of last minute clothes for my daughter's gymnastics class and I was able to get so…read moremuch help from the store associate. I didnt get her name but she was so helpful with picking out the clothes I needed and they fit my daughter perfectly! I found everything I needed here! I will be coming back to purchase as my daughter continues her gymnastics journey!
From the owner: Providing dancewear from top to toe, The Dance Boutique in Friendswood, TX, offers everything your…read morechild needs for gymnastics and ballet classes. This trusted store is led by a friendly and knowledgeable staff with extensive dancing backgrounds. Your family can count on them to exceed your expectations with a large selection of dance and activewear from trusted brand names. What separates this store from the competition is their commitment to personalized services. They pair individuals with the right dancewear to fit their specific needs. Your kids will enjoy professional fittings and their choice of fun tights, leotards, and dance shoes. Don't forget to check out stylish dance accessories, including gym bags and customized gifts. Are you searching for quality dancewear? For the finest styles and affordable prices, turn to the dedicated team at The Dance Boutique. Call them today at (281) 992-2166 to schedule a fitting party or visit them online for more information.
Great store. They have fantastic men's clothing with the "crotch gusset" for extra room. After…read moretrying some clothes on, I can tell you it makes a difference. The clothing that I saw in the store is what I would consider casual clothing or work clothing. Depends on your work situation if it would be considered "business casual." Nowadays, that term is used rather loosely. Their clothing is not inexpensive but it is very good quality. A pair of good work pants will outlast two pairs of jeans so you do get what you pay for. Until now, I have really only seen their clothing in their catalog. Their catalog is not photographs of their clothing. It is more of an illustrated catalog so it is hard to get a good feel for what their clothing looks like. Because of that, I have always been a little hesitant to buy it. After seeing it with my own eyes and also seeing how well it feels and fits, I am now a fan. Bottom line - Quality clothing that will last a long time. The extra room in the crotch made be a big believer. I'm now a fan.
Went in for some new work underwear after hearing great things, the different types were a bit…read moreoverwhelming. Had a very knowledgeable sales manager help us out and got us what we needed, they were friendly and extremely knowledgeable on the Duluth products. Would definitely recommend, they have a lot of options whether your looking for jeans to underwear so If you get overwhelmed ask someone I'm sure you'll get the same friendly expertise we got.
Socks & shoes in the back of the store
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I've been shopping at Anthro for years and will keep coming back…read more The assortment is beautiful, but I have to admit once in a while sizes are n/a ...because they sold out in store! But I'm always offered the option to order online, with free s/h. The staff is friendly, they offer to assist so I can shop more comfortably. There are unique things I couldn't find anywhere else or perhaps I would have to go to different stores to find. The artistic displays (which are changed every few months) are so beautiful, and paired with the candle scents makes or a very pleasant experience, even if you come to look...I hardly ever leave empty-handed!
I went into Anthro recently as I love to window shop here and look at the sale room. So I…read moreeventually did go into the sale room and there was one sales person in there helping another customer. I looked, but I wanted to wait to feel more comfortable alone for the salesperson to leave. Another walked in and pretended to be straightening clothes, it was very clear why she was in there because there was no reason for two sales people to be in there. She proceeded to stay in the room straightening clothes as everyone left and it was just me. Eventually I left to shop without being bothered in the rest of the store and wait for her to leave the sale room so I could be there unbothered. While on the sales floor at least 3 people asked me if I wanted a dressing room. While I did have clothes in my hands, I wanted to look at everything before getting a room. I like to carry items and think about my decision to buy. Finally she left the room and I went back in to browse ALONE. As I was walking back in to look at items, ANOTHER salesperson walked in and again pretended to be straightening the clothes. I was very annoyed by this time and left the items I was considering purchasing in the sales room out of frustration. I had wanted to try them on, but all interest in buying from that location left me due to sales people refusing to let me shop in piece. Ironically as I walked out the door, TWO sales people approached me and asked if I would like to have a dressing room. I left the store with no purchases in hand. The manager said thank you for coming, and I thanked her, but I've basically decided to never go to the Baybrook location again. A lack of trust for customers and bothering them constantly to buy is a bad recipe. I went into Paper Source afterward and a sales person approached me to say hi. I told her about my experience at Anthro and she chuckled saying she wouldn't harass me. It also seems like this location is not doing too well because they have decreased their inventory--not as full as it was when they first opened a few years ago.
The staff have been helpful on both visits to this store. No problem with my price adjustment due…read moreto the huge end of year after Christmas sale which I made it just in time my receipt indicates 14 days for price adjustment!! No hassles we saved over $400 on a purse and 2 double zip wallets one large one medium but both large enough to fit our cell phones. My daughter loves her mini bag and matching wallet. I prefer the softer material not the new hard leather so I didn't get a purse/handbag only a wallet/wristlet which I love because I was able to place my phone inside without removing the protective Speck Case that's rare to find. It's amazing that we found deals on top of outlet prices but hey who's complaining, Not me! I wish there were more accessories and clothes to choose from but for the accessories and bags they do have I would definitely visit again maybe for a pair of nice heels or flats they only had the regular show items so I'm going to keep my eye on the summer styles and end of season styles when summer roles around (Yep always looking for a bargain) Overall I would say this location is easy to shop around in even during holiday crowd and the selection and deals are Nice!
Coach Outlet store has a vast amount of items that are marked down and affordable. The quality of…read morethe products are great. The staff are friendly and ready to help as soon as you walk in. They have more than just bags and purses to choose from. The ID lanyard is one of the best for my work badge.
Going in here to get my mom a Birthday gift. It's a nice store. Very large and comfortable. The…read moremusic makes you want to shop.
My entire wardrobe comes from here! I love Chico's. The casual clothes - Zenergy collection is so…read morecomfortable and fun to wear! Their entire store is beautiful!
ok this is about the staff not the store i hear the store…read moreis great and lovely clothing but apparently there is an employee there that is calling customers and is asking for money wtf! shes saying she may not eat if they dont help her thats super unprofessional and creepy why is she looking at customers info to get their number to text and call my co-worker has gotten tons of texts and 10 calls if anyone knows of this person, report her please and stop the madness! lol i be back with any new details if i can get some
Go see Leslie and her staff! I went in and she really helped me mix and match. She knew what to…read morepull and what looked good on my body type. Less than two hours I walked out with a new wardrobe that I feel really great about! Thanks Leslie!
Great service! The store is very clean & very well stocked…read more Staff is amazing!! Easy parking up front too
Great selection at the location in Pearland. Great service from the staff at the location in…read morePearland.
Absolutely Love this Buckle... we have been going here for over 5yrs. David the manager is great…read more He knows my boys and each of their styles. When we walk in the door Gavin is looking for him. Today he was busy when we first arrived for school shopping but a lovely lady named Casey got to help us. Gav was unsure at first but she took the time to learn what he liked which meant alot to us. David later came to help and say hi. I can't thank them both enough for their time to help us today. Gav is very picky. They are so personable and a long with the service is why we keep coming back!
I have been disappointed in Buckle for the past few YEARS…read more I stopped in here today with a $100 gift card ready to be spent... only, like usual, walked in and wasn't greeted by anyone. (This has happened at the last few Buckle stores I've gone in.) I couldn't find anything I wanted to get anyways. I've had this gift card for like 3+ years and I can't find something I love. Everything is priced so high. Even clearance merchandise seems over priced. I wish I could trade my gift card in for cash and spend my $100 elsewhere.
I love this store, even if you're not in the granting in cattle, but they got plenty of stuff for…read morethe normal guy. Great section of barbecue stuff love their Carhartt.
The actual store is nice and clean but they need to train their gun counter employees to be more…read morepolite. Today was my first and potentially my last. I had in mind spending at least $100 but after today's experience, I'm not so sure. My 8 year old son was attempting to touch an item and we heard " can you ask him not to touch anything" Ok, I get it, kids can break stuff or knock stuff down, it's just the manner in which he spoke, the tone wasn't right and please would've been nice. That being said, it's spacious and has many useful things to choose from unfortunately I opted to go elsewhere.
If you want an excellent discount shoe store, this place is a Shoe in…read more Excellent selection of variety here at a discount shoe shopping store that we both swear by. Of course they didn't always have what we want but we're very picky. Generally speaking it's a great place to have around.
Nice atmosphere, deals over the microphone and you can spin the wheel if instructed. A decent…read moreselection of styles for the entire family. The employees are nice and helpful.
I went there late at night but when I did the fragrances for the season has ended. My hands where a…read morelittle bit red, when I ask if they had any body cream simples they said yes, had a simple of the cream on my hands feel so much better than they did before it smell amazing and magical. The ladies there where every helpful, sweet, kind and honest to help me out and to help me pick out the new fragrances that work for me including the fantastic team work with each other. I am impress by this teamwork.
I went into this Bath & Body Works location for the first time the other day. They had some great…read morespecials going $13.95 for 3-wick candles that are usually $27.95, and the body mists were marked down pretty steeply as well. I found some lotions and mists that compliment some seasonal body scrubs and washes I recently bought really well. I came home with two of the candles, The Perfect Christmas and Lavender & Pine. They smell so good. My home is currently decorated for Fall but already smelling like holiday cheer. The workers were very helpful. There was a young lady with the most beautiful curly black hair that helped me pick out the scents to match my body washes and one of the cashiers was kind and patient with helping me sign up for their rewards program which allowed me to get an additional $10 off my total purchase. It's nice not having to go inside a mall to get to a B&BW. I'm sure I'll be stopping by fairly regularly to try out new scents and to replenish my current ones once they've run out.
Love this place everyone is so fun upbeat and friendly. The store is well organized and the service…read moreis top notch
All I have to say is, don't ask the ginger older white lady for help. She'll be rude. Ask a younger…read moreperson for help. I hope management considers re training her.