Lemoncello Boutique — Local services in Arlington

A little after 7pm on Thursday, August 28 I was looking at the hours Lemoncello Boutique was open because I wanted to purchase some things for me, three upcoming birthdays, and a wedding. They had been closed for over an hour. That’s when I noticed a candle was burning with a high flame and was very close to flammable materials (pillows, clothes, scarfs). I spent the next 30 minutes trying to contact the owner. I went to their Facebook page bc that was the only social media I could find. I did searches trying to find the owner’s name. Then I went up and down to the other shops asking if they had contact for the owner. By some miracle a woman shopping at Arrowwine said she knew the owner and would call/text them. Not even 10 minutes after she reached out I saw the owner rush out of the store. I walked over and say, “I’m the one who discovered the candle and tracked you down.” He replies with a not very courteous, “Thanks.” I then add (bc I’ve worked in retail), “Not sure if your workers have a closing check list but you may want to add checking candles as part of it.” He responds, “Well I have insurance (he laughs). It’s fine, it was my fault.” As he says this last part he walks quickly away and puts his back to me. I reply, “You’d think someone would be more appreciative.” This owner didn’t care I took over 30 minutes to track him down. His negligence could have not only damaged his store but the stores of the whole shopping plaza, where the majority are independently owned small businesses. I try to support independent, small, and local businesses. But after his disregard and lack of gratitude I will never shop at his store. What he didn’t know is that I had a budget of about $775 I could have spent. But nope, not going to spend my money there and I encourage everyone in Arlington to go to the other shops that have similar products. I just can’t get over how...

This is a great little shop in Lee Heights that offers high quality (though not outrageously priced) Women’s fashion and accessories as well as adorable high end baby and toddler clothing. And tons of unique gifts and other special items that you can’t find at the countless big box stores almost everywhere else here now.

It’s like visiting…Etsy…in person. Albeit only a very very small, and very highly curated BIT of Etsy, but still…it’s etsy-esque. In a good way. Worth a visit.

Especially for those “extra hard to shop for” and “already have everything” types. And they’re always great for the many miscellaneous gift needs that pop up throughout the year for coworkers and teachers and other people you might not know very well and whose gift options fall uncomfortably in between even the classiest target dollar bin options your best friends might love, and the fancier more expensive fare reserved for one’s own children, close relatives, spouses... The “I don’t really know what, but ideally something special and memorable and cool” gifts for all sorts of things like secret Santas, teacher appreciation, miscellaneous baby/bridal showers, office party exchanges, attempts to gain favor or acceptance from cringey or critical or perfectly lovely mother in laws...etc. This place is perfect for all of those and more. I’ve found awesome Christmas presents for my mother here two years in a row now, and many fun things for myself as well.

Best boutique baby clothes section I’ve seen in the Arlington area, actually. Oh! And Scout...

What a fabulous find in Arlington!

Perfect for day to night, amazing accessories, Scout bags, not to mention their sweet children’s items like Kissy Kissy, and your favorite brands, e.g., Trina Turk, Vineyard Vines, Tahari, etc. They have a range of seasonal wear and classic looks, from cashmere wraps to baby (or grand baby!) baptism, and non-wrinkle, tencel travel leisurewear.

Personally, I love the matching dresses for me and my girls! And especially the ~$15 bling letter necklaces which, plus the Scout crossbody bag, makes a perfect children’s birthday gift! Keep up the amazing work! A+

And for those commenting: Please note that Lemoncello would have a perfect 5-star rating, but people continue to offer reviews of the former occupant, Lemon Twist (think Vera Bradley).

Go check out the NEW store again before leaving a review! It was a fabulous find for...