I have been ordering on line, but I happened upon The Difference, a small boutique in downtown…read moreVancouver. I'm not crazy about store shopping and trying on clothes, but walking into this lovely store made all the difference. Daron helped me select my clothing and gave me ideas about putting together colors. The store carries Habitat, one of my favorite brands, but she found for me other brands I like just as well. I went away with two great pairs of pants, a lovely Habitat top, and the determination to go back again soon. Don't hesitate to pay a visit to The Difference.

I have to say I highly recommend this beautiful little Clothes Boutique ! I personally loved the…read moremore personal experience I got with my amazing stylist Daron and not being overwhelmed by choices just to leave with nothing as I usually would at most stores I've gone into . Not only was she able to find me something that I could easily transition into multi outfits but things that worked for my body shape . I enjoyed seeing the clothes that was picked out for me and had fun trying on couple things I wouldn't normally gravitate towards and seeing how it looked on me , I learned so much ! If you want a more one on one experience with beautiful quality clothing I highly recommend making an Appointment here. ( I went Vancouver location )

I just went to pick up sushi and found this cute little boutique next to it. When I stepped in I…read morewas greeted kindly and made to feel at ease. The store is adorable. I love the variety of things available at a reasonable price. The book and card selection are unique. If you are searching for a gift for a host or for your home there are plenty of items to choose from. The clothing line is tasteful and of quality. I purchased two dresses for what I usually spend on one. This would be a great place for a girl's day. In fact we are planning on brunching and shopping

I love love love this little boutique! Every associate that works here is so genuinely helpful and…read morehonest, it's hard not to find something perfect for you. They have a nice mix of apparel, accessories and home goods. All eclectic and unique, and priced well. I'd you don't want to dress like everyone else buying apparel at mass mall stores, go to Brave!! They have two locations near me - Beaverton and Lake Oswego and the third is in Bend.

I had a very disappointing experience at this boutique. I purchased what was presented as a NeeDoh…read moreproduct, but it turned out to be a counterfeit item. On top of that, it was marked up even more than the price of a genuine NeeDoh, which makes the situation feel especially misleading. The quality and packaging were noticeably off once I looked at it closer at home. This does not reflect what I expect from an upscale boutique. I would strongly caution others to double-check anything purchased here, especially "name brand" items. This felt misleading and not worth the price paid.

Beware of the customer service!! My 12 year old daughter…read morejust had an unfortunate experience. She choose to spend $12.50 of her own money on a giant donut squishy. When she opened it, not only was the texture not what she expected, but the topping wouldn't stick on and it was crusty around the edges. We immediately turned around (within a few minutes) to try to return it and they refused since it had already been opened. To top it all off - she ended up paying $13 because they didn't have .50 change to give her so they just charged her by rounding up. Given the lack of customer service or courtesy (charging a 12 year old more than the price tag!!) we won't be back!

Good selection of the brands I like. I wish they were able to stay open a bit later. I'm sure they…read morewish they could as well. The only thing is that I was constantly reminded that they were closing soon.

For the most part, I absolutely hate shopping. I've just never been one of those, "Ooh, I have an…read moreidea! Let's go to the mall!" kind of gals. That said, one cannot exist on internet shopping alone, especially when you need something fast, or something special. Grapevine is my go-to spot when I need fast or special. Rachel and her team are amazing and make even us "I may die if I have to shop for clothes" shoppers feel comfortable and relaxed. I also appreciate the affordable options she's brought in.

Perhaps biased, as a fellow retail shop manager myself, but you couldn't find a sweeter couple as…read moreowners striving to make your day with beautiful approachable and reach luxury hand made goods buy real artisans all over the world and Portland,OR. Other shops sell knock offs of artists designs for less, but it doesn't come close to the beauty, quality, and circle of supporting real women making truly gorgeous goods for us right in Portland. Definitely a place to go and visit and find something you love and will love for many seasons!

Love the clothing here! Good quality fabric & textiles with clean, modern lines and cool/fun…read morestyles! It's my go to for pants that fit petites!

When I'm in Lake o and have time before meeting a friend for dinner, I like to stop in Mapel's to…read moresee new merchandise. there used to be a Mapels at PDX, where I made many purchases over the years as I traveled for business. Now retired, and the PDX outpost is gone, this location gives me my fix. Mapel's has lots of basics and layering pieces, which is perfect for me and our PNW weather. I tend to wear solid colors, so their styles work for me. They also have some prints, but I prefer solids. During my last visit, they had some very pretty sweaters, but this year's style is boxy, which doesn't work for my shape. They have a variety of jeans, a nice selection of winter coats and vests, plus there were holiday dresses and pieces on sale. Make sure to check out the clearance in the far back corner. Sprinkled amongst the clothing is some fashion jewelry and gift items. Always worth a stop, as you never know what you will find.

I unfortunately have had to start a return process for the items I purchased as they don't fit well…read moreand also have many loose threads. The return policy is stated as "hassle free." However when I contacted to return, was offered to keep the items and get %15 off, which I declined. The other return option given was for me to cover shipping costs to the tune of $40, which I said I wanted to do, but have not received any further instructions.

Since my last visit a few years ago, this location has gone the way of other Chico's. The store is…read morefilled with lots of bold prints, clothing embellished with embroidered (hello 70s), studded jeans and bling. Their demographic is women older than 50, but their clothing selection is trying way too hard to say, "I'm still young." They would do far better with natural fabrics vs polyester, and basic layering pieces and wardrobe staples in solids and neutrals. So that everyone feels like they are wearing a small size, they did away with the standard U.S. sizing of 0-32, and created their own size range of 0-4. The rationale being that with just 5 sizes, no one is labeled plus size. Ridiculous. Everyone knows that size 4 is larger than size 0. And for those that don't shop here frequently, it's challenging to figure out what size pants or top to bring into the dressing room. With just 4-5 sizes, it means that each size fits a variety of sizes and shapes, so the item is either too big or too small. Not a fan. Chicos is big on accessorizing. Their signature style is big, chunky long and short necklaces. Lots of bling, plus belts, scarves and hats. The associates are friendly and helpful. If this is your style, it's a great place to shop, just doesn't work for me.

I have shopped that the LO Chico's for several years. But my last experience may be my last. I had…read morethe rudest person talking at me. I told her several times To leave me alone To the point I finally told her I did not like her and she should be fired. The store manager is Kristen, that I thought cared for her customers. I find out she does not care. Just told me to let it go. I have had a week to think about it. There has to be other stores to shop in. I have been a loyal Chico's customer since 2007 and have spent many thousands of dollars there. Their current owners have largely ruined the brand and their product line has gotten worse. I sure hope somebody at Chico's sees this.

I always find something unique and flattering here! Love the personalized service and positivity!read more

This is a very nice store. There is more than meets the eye in the windows and they have good sale…read moreracks and friendly people working there. The selection of clothing, handbags and jewelry is contemporary yet reasonably priced. There is also a small gift area.