“How I found the best swag shop in Albany? I went to a concert at the MVP arena and was told my bag was too big to enter with. Damn! I told my sister to hold out there at the gate and I went looking for a place to get a smaller bag. Right up the street I found Fresh&Fly. Angelo was behind the counter and hooked me up quick with the perfect bag. Then he offers to keep my bigger bag for me overnight so I didn't have to throw it away. Never met a sales person this cool! I didn't have time to look around as I had to go back to the MVP. Bag worked like a charm.Next day I go back to the shop and Angelo is there holding my bag out for me. We chatted about the concert and then I got a chance to actually look around the store. Best stuff I've seen. I mean quality, color, design (Some of which is Angelo's original ). The place isn't big but the selection is great with unique items and nice layout. I bought a hoodie with Angelo's own design and the quality is outstanding. This place is sweet!”
10AM - 5PM
641 Loudon Rd, Latham“My two daughters have attended a total of six formal events in the Capital District, and ALL of their dresses have come from Fancy Schmancy! The service at this boutique is exceptional (the sales staff treat you like a star!), the dress selection is astonishing, and the store is impeccable! Fancy Schmancy is the ONLY store I would trust for these special occasions! Thank you, Fancy Schmancy!!”
“Absolutely LOVE this location. Staff is so pleasant. I leave smiling every time I go. It is clean and the product placement looks great. The cash wrap area is never a mess either. It’s really an awesome shopping experience. I greatly appreciate my interaction with the store manager last week. He may not have known but I was really struggling. Thank you.”
10AM - 6PM
588 Loudon Rd, Latham“I believe in small business and support those who deserve it. Casual Set certainly does. During these trying times when the price of every thing is going up buy revenue is stagnant, Casual Set manages to have tasteful, stylish and affordable Zoom era merchandise for every wallet. The owner, Peter, is gracious and accommodating. He runs his business the way a Main Street business should be run by listening and caring for his customers.”
10AM - 6PM
5 Metro Park Rd, Albany“Great selections for an amazing Presidents day sale! The mall should fix their plumbing issue...no public-facing bathroom made me deduct 1 star for customer experience.”
10AM - 3PM
1 Broadway, Troy“I live in Connecticut but travel to Troy regularly to visit family. Found Truly Rhe 6 years ago while at the Farmers Market. Have been going back ever since. The staff is friendly and the clothing and accessories all have a fresh and fun feel. Totally different than the “same old, same old” stuff that you see at the big shopping malls. I am often asked by friends and strangers where I get my clothes because they are unique and I proudly say “Truly Rhe” in Troy, NY. If you can’t get to Troy in person, watch their Saturday morning shows on FB. Seeing the clothes on their models (models of all sizes) gives you a glimpse of how they will fit you. Then just message or call the store and they will send you these beautiful clothes to your home. Huge Rhe fan!”
10AM - 4PM
260 Broadway, Troy“Georgia is kind, attentive, and has an excellent eye. She went out of her way to find my size in a dress I wanted, and followed up with me via phone to let me know she found it. I will definitely be returning here to purchase items. Thank you!!”
10AM - 6PM
3991 NY-43, North Greenbush“I stopped in about a month ago to get chocolates for someone special. I've been back two more times since for three more gifts. This is the PERFECT place to find a unique gift for a friend's birthday, Mother's Day, teacher appreciation, thank you, etc. The saleswoman has taken her time with me each visit to help me select the PERFECT gift.
I bought a pair of earrings from Thailand and the recipient was over-the-moon happy. I have never given a gift with such a hugely positive reaction!! Every single gift has been a 10/10 and they wrap them up so beautifully. The presentation is fabulous!!”
10AM - 6PM
26 Cortland Dr, Albany“This is a hidden gem in Albany, NY! My husband and I were in need of tailoring services on a tight turnaround and this business owner exceeded our expectations. Her services were affordable, $65 for the two items combined, yet her experience is evident. We felt welcomed and at ease leaving her shop. She even offered a tutorial after hearing I had difficulty removing the salwar top. Thanks so much for helping us look the part for our cousin’s wedding.”
“Love this store. Great people working here, always fantastic sales, rewards program is amazing. Just finished back to school shopping with my high schooler. Cara went above and beyond, as well as the young man in overalls who helped me with sizes. The other night Emma helped us and cashed us out. Thanks for the excellent experiences and we will be back!”
10AM - 5PM
77 3rd St, Troy“I was looking for a warm cardigan sweater for my mom's 100th birthday. To my delight I they had exactly what I wanted, and they had it shipped immediately. My mom was totally delighted, not only at the warmth but the beauty of the sweater itself. I would recommend Counties of Ireland to anyone seeking high quality items at reasonable prices! Fantastic people.”
“This was my first time at this store. The girls Ashley and Nicole were very helpful. I was fifty cents away from using all my Torrid cash. The girls were able to help me locate something so that I was able to get all of my rewards. Kudos to them.”
“As a middle-aged, cis, white male, I enjoy stopping at Eddie Bauer to pick up a new hoodie to add to my rotation whenever it's time (past time, really) to retire an older hoodie. I also found a nice rain jacket, and finally decided to drop some coin on that niche of outdoor apparel; here's to keeping the upper half of my body shielded from rain, yet susceptible to being saturated with sweat if it's worn for too long in warm weather.”
10AM - 8PM
131 Colonie Center, Albany“My family and I own a dry cleaner, we have been pressing shirts for over 4 decades and without a doubt llbean button downs are the HIGHEST quality shirt money can buy. We’ve seen it all, dry rotted, rips, missing buttons and not yet one bad llbean shirt. Don’t waste your money anywhere else just grab an llbean and you will not regret it! Great customer service and Lise is amazing! Very helpful!”
10AM - 9PM
131 Colonie Center, Albany“Had the BEST experience. The saleswoman helped me find my size, went and got me more clothing in that size to try while I stayed in my fitting room, and was overall kind and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this store for all styles of clothing!”
“I love this store. It is not somewhere I would go for everyday shopping, but when I need something special, I know they will have what I need. Just recently I had an occasion to attend and needed the “right” blouse for a special skirt. I walked in with work out clothes and a ball cap, and someone was immediately there to say hi, with no pressure…just to let me know she was there. I did need help! I showed Alex the a picture of the skirt I need a blouse with. She told me she knew they had a few things that looked great with the cute skirt I had. With in 10 minutes, she found the perfect blouse for me, I had paid and was on my way back home. Outstanding customer service in this store as well as amazing clothing. Thank you again Alex!!!”
“Excellent customer service. I ordered online and was able to return to a regular store. I had a receipt for one item but not the other. The sales associate was pleasant and eager to assist. She found the receipt online.$140. Refunded.Looked around. Sales staff was available if needed but not pushy. EfficientKnowledgeableCustomer focusedThank you!”
“They didn't have Michael Kors on the sign, so I thought I'd make a suggestion, by getting another Michael Kors jacket, this time a bomber! What could I do, they had a Michael Kors jacket on the rack... #MAGANordstrom #MAGANordstromRack #MichaelKors”
10AM - 6PM
1475 Western Ave, Albany“Lola my absolute favorite store to visit not only the most unique and classic earrings which for me is difficult to find anything for my sensitive ears. I wanted a unique disc pair of earrings Megan went above and beyond she took my information and said she’d absolutely look for them for me. At times not at Lola I’ve requested an item they’ve taken my information and I’d hear nothing. Not at Lola Megan and her incredible staff followed through got the earrings and contacted me. This is just one example of the incredible customer service and pride she takes in her business. It doesn’t matter if it’s a $25 dollar piece or a $3000 dollar one. Megan and her staff are welcoming , professional and deserve only the BEST in everything they do. I know great things are coming your way in the New year… Please this holiday season choose Lola XO Megan Thank you for all that you do and we’re very lucky to have such a wonderful person and business in the community. April S”
10AM - 8PM
911 Central Ave, Albany“I have this one guy who helps me find clothes, & he is the Bomb he is very pleasant and patient with me. lol he is the one who walks the floors normally on the right side of the store? he has taste ladies”
10AM - 9PM
200 Colonie Center, Albany“Nice store
Thay have so many things you can try on
If you buy it on line you get it home but some time it doesn't fit
At least you can try it out before you get it
Thay have 3 floors to check out
Make a day & go to Macy's
I did the end”
10AM - 6PM
1475 Western Ave Suite 23E, Albany“I worked with a sales associate named Anita, and she was fabulous. I told her that I was looking for 2-3 tops to wear under my blazer for the corporate work that I do.She whisked me around the store and picked out about 20 tops to try on, taking into account my feedback along the way. She was so helpful and so friendly. I walked out of the store with 3 tops and the most comfortable cami I've ever owned. I love one of the tops so, so much, and the other two are fantastic.I live two hours from this store, but I told them that I will absolutely be back, as Anita was the most helpful sales associate I have ever worked with. Kudos to her for being awesome.”
“I discovered Peter Harris when I found I didn’t have any clothes I wanted to wear for an upcoming business trip to a warm location. I found everything I needed and got home and packed in time to leave for airport.”