Appointments, located in downtown Cincinnati on the 2nd floor of the historic Carew Tower, is Ohio’s top store for fine writing instruments, leather goods, and gifts. The shop offers a wide selection of quality, long-lasting products designed for many years of use and enjoyment. Customers appreciate the friendly, professional, and knowledgeable staff, who provide helpful suggestions without pressure. The store features an interesting range of vintage and modern fountain pens, inks, notebooks from Europe and Japan, and leather-bound journals. Visitors enjoy browsing the fascinating collection and often leave with unique items they can’t find elsewhere. Many reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, the patience of staff during selections, and the overall enjoyable experience. Though some find the location a bit challenging to find, most agree it’s worth the effort. Appointments is a one-of-a-kind store that encourages playing and exploring, making it a must-visit for anyone who loves writing tools and quality accessories.
Doug was incredibly friendly and helpful in helping me select some journaling stationary. Looking forward to making return visits in the future.
July 2025
Hands down the best place in the region for quality pens and the knowledge of what is available.
June 2025
Always great to see someone championing the lost art of penmanship. Great inventory at all levels of your writing adventure - Doug is very knowledgeable, this is just a great shop to go and fill up that top drawer at.
