Women Of Substance — Local services in Damariscotta

If you are a mid-sized mom and professional, this is the place to go! I can avoid the drive to the mall and find sustainably sourced foundation pieces locally! They have expanded their selection and styles to fit younger women with real bodies, who aren’t necessarily plus-sized, but aren’t served well by big box stores. I bought 5 high-quality pieces, which will mix with existing things in my closet to create a capsule wardrobe serving me well into winter. I will go back and buy one sweater in another color. Another piece, the one-size cashmere wrap, I will keep in mind as a go-to gift for those hard to buy for people...

What an absolute treat to go into a store and be able to expect that anything I liked would be in my size!!! The staff is very warm and helpful with trying things on, suggesting how to style and coordinate different pieces etc. The price point is not low-- you can expect to pay near $100 for a jacket or a dress-- but the pieces are made of beautiful materials, hand sewn, and picked specially by the owners. I love the aesthetic of the clothes they carry and only wish I lived closer-- but I'll...

This store is an absolute gift to our community. I hate shopping for clothes because I always feel embarrassed and unseen. At this store, not only were there clothes that look good but they make me feel beautiful. The women heard what I needed and were great working with my husband and asked his feedback. They got to it! I left with a wardrobe of beautiful professional and comfortable clothes that will last!...