Lille Boutique

Editing my review, really impressed that the owner reached out directly so promptly regarding my two unfortunate experiences with a closed store during working hours. This highlights the great customer service I typically experience at Lille! I’m good without a discount, just wanted to observe that adequate care and a little judgment on timing should be taken when closing the shop. I can appreciate a lone clerk needing a coffee break. Anyways, I’ll definitely be back by!
***Lille carries unique and beautiful lingerie. I especially love it for its elegant, small-​busted offerings. What I don’t love is that twice I have visited during store hours, between 5 and 6 pm, and they were once closed 15 minutes early, and this evening, a little note on the door said, «back in 10 minutes.» After waiting 12 minutes, I left. Lille, be consistent with your posted hours and additionally, I have to suggest not shutting down for any period of time in your last hour of business on a weekday if you want to catch office workers. I left work early to squeeze you in before you closed, and I really want to patronize you, but I won’t continue doing so if you make it inconvenient!

This store makes you feel like a lady. The staff is kind, helpful, and welcoming while the lingerie is feminine and luxurious. I stopped in looking for something special and walked out with a smile on my face. Their selection is very high quality and there is something for everyone.

This store is an absolute dream. The staff is courteous, they have an extensive collection of lingerie, plus bathing suits (seasonal), and hosiery. Better yet, they have periodic sales where much of their inventory is deeply discounted. This is a wonderfully dangerous shop.

I LOVE this place!
Venturing in here right before the holidays I had imagined it was going to be hectic and overly crowded to actually enjoy. I walk past here from time to time but never had I stopped in before. Nonetheless, I was pleasantly surprised how despite there being several other customers shopping, the salesgirl (I can’t remember her name, but she had curly blonde hair), was super duper attentive and able to assist me on my hunt for a fun set. Despite being on the ready to splurge, she helped me pick out not only items with a heftier price tag, but she also showed me more affordable bras too. And let me tell you, while the store has a lot of expensive treasures, they have plenty to choose from if you’re on a tighter budget.
Honestly, I cannot get over the décor of this store, it feels true to its French name. It kind of makes you want to shop all day there (sorry bank account). Despite there being a line for the fitting rooms, the salesgirl made sure I had a cup of tea and magazine to read, she totally put me at ease and never once did I get the impression she was trying to rush me. It was the perfect shopping experience that made my week. Thank you to Lille Boutique and the girl helping me, you put a smile on this girl’s face.

Shopping for lingerie sounds like it should be fun, right? In most stores, it turns out to be a big bummer and somewhat exhausting. I’m happy to report that I found my dream spot for bras and more: Lille Boutique. Courtney, the super lovely sales person was so calm and helpful and willing to show me every bra she thought would work on my body type. It was so easy and so fun and she knew her inventory inside and out! I was amazed and came home with two perfect bras in 30 minutes. That NEVER happens at other stores. Thank you Lille and Courtney for putting so much love and effort into your very special shop. I also came home with a beautiful pair of earrings that I couldn’t resist. The buyers have great taste here and cater to the youthful hipster and also to the not so youthful yet tasteful shopper. I will return many times again.

great selection and very helpful staff
i expect to stop in often

So many pretty, classy things. I came here once a year ago and probably glanced at one price tag and was scared away, but I went back this weekend and was pleasantly surprised to see a good range of prices. Knowing that, I’ll be back!

Oh Lille, why must you be so conveniently located on my way home from work? Too often, I cannot resist stopping in to try on something pretty I saw on your Facebook page. The prices are high, but the beautiful, quality items are worth it. Over the past year, I’ve bought several bras, panties, and a bikini here and have been happy with every single purchase.

I called Lille Boutique to ask a few questions about a present for my fiancé, as she was already fond of their selection. Not only do they know their product well, their customer service is excellent. Thanks to Courtney and her coworkers, what could have easily been awkward or embarrassing was instead extremely helpful and informative. Moreover, the lingerie fit my fiancé perfectly, thanks to their knowledge of the fit & sizing of certain items & designers, things I wouldn’t have known otherwise.
Their casual candor and friendly demeanor, as well as their polite suggestions and patience, were all much appreciated. My fiancé loves the set — and it looks & fits great on her.
Thank you, Lille Boutique!

Well curated lingerie, with a small selection of bathing suits. The space is nicely laid out.
It’s hard for me to pay a ton of money on bras and underwear, it’s just how I am, but I do appreciate looking at all of the beautiful things and lusting after $ 115 underwear.

Lilles Boutique makes me want to be a different woman a woman who CARES about her delicates. Or who had someone to wear delicates for (other than her dog). It made me want to wear something feminine (not words that usually come out of my mouth) and pretty. This is the ONLY l lingerie store that I have ever been excited by the design. It was less HUBBA HUBBA and more OOOOOH LA LA! Its lingerie for sophisticated romantics (I have never been accused of either). To be noted, the prices match the design and is not a store for those light in the wallet.

I like to shop as much as the next girl, but there’s nothing quite like a trip to Lille!
The moment I walk in the shop I feel transported to another time and place. And although it is sometimes hard to pinpoint that time and place, that’s part of the fun! I like the mixed messages that emanate from the modern geometric lines of VPL, the sophisticated looks of Stella McCartney, and the boudoir feel of The Lake and Stars… all displayed in, on or around beautiful antiques that would look right at home in a Paris boutique.
The ladies at Lille know how to make you feel like a million bucks even if you don’t spend a dime. They’re never pushy but they’re very adept at making insightful suggestions and remembering even the smallest details. I know there have been a few times when I thought to myself, «I don’t think that’s gonna work» but put it on and fell in love. In fact, I was never much of a tights wearer until Jessica introduced me to Les Queues de Sardines. Now I plan my wardrobe around creating opportunities to wear these unique and stylish tights – they’re like artwork for your legs.
Sadly, I live in the Bay Area now so I don’t get to visit Lille as much as I used to, but I do try to pop in whenever I get the chance.

This is a difficult review to write, despite how amazing I feel this shop is, so I’ve made a list.
Amazing aesthetic. The whole place is sweet, yet sophisticated.
Romantic with a capital R. I can’t think of a shop I like just being in more.
Beautiful people. Sarah the owner, and all the ladies at Lille are so wonderful. Patient, kind, welcoming, and superb with suggestions. They’ll put things on hold, special order, let you know when your size comes in, and sometimes, for that coveted item on your list… layaway! (They even keep your information on file so when you’ve forgotten your size in a particular brand, they’ve got you covered.)
Something for everyone. Curvy ladies love Lille too! They have beautiful, yet functional bras & panties in such a wide range of sizes. AA-​E and beyond! They have lavish lace pieces, and quality everyday cotton too. (Cute maternity bras too!) Not to mention a wide range of prices to help find something for all size pocketbooks.
Local love. They strive to carry local and/​or sustainable lines every chance they get. Lille supports the Southeast’s art community as well by carrying wonderful local artists’ work on the walls, as well as jewelry in the shop and hosting first Friday events.
Not much else to say really, these ladies have it down. My favorite thing about Lille is that they are always innovating. Adding to the store’s bevy of beautiful lingerie, you’ll be able to spot antiques, art, jewelry, and even shoes for sale!
Cheers, Lille! Thanks for being awesome.

Lille Boutique is a very charming and romantic shop for women. The staff is chill and helpful, the store is comfortable. It seems like the perfect place for women to spend hours trying on beautiful garments for the perfect fit, comfort and look, with their confidants in team shopping. It is the quintessential boutique. They have occasional art shows, many by friends, open on First Fridays, and up for at least a month. Each of those I’ve seen worked well with the whole atmosphere of the shop.
I know nothing of the finer points of women’s clothing. But I can certainly appreciate it when women rock it, over or under. Therefore you should ignore my advice completely and read the reviews from more knowledgeable writers.
Except if you are a couple carpooling and your lady needs to stop here. In that case if you are bored, I would suggest heading across the street to Hippo Hardware and she can text you when she’s ready. So this is the pair review to Hippo Hardware
both great Portland spots in completely different but alike in many ways.

The moment I walked into Lille, I was immediately aware of the perfection that surrounded me. From the gorgeously crafted delicates, so perfectly curated, to the passionate, helpful, patient staff.
Sarah the owner, not only has an amazing sense of style herself, but her impeccable taste extends to everything she choses to sell in her shop. You cant go wrong here, because every piece is lust-​worthy, waiting for love at first sight.
This is no fredric’s of holywood, or a victoria’s secret (gaag). You will not walk in and see the walls lined with foam cones you are supposed to mount on your chest to impress douchbags. Fabrics here are soft and natural in most cases, the garments are built to last, and the focus is on women, what we want, and making us feel amazing in our own skin.
They also have accessories from local designers (I got some amazing earrings once) and antiques. I have the most amazing pair of hand dyed vintage stockings in a periwinkle color from here. I wear them every chance I get. Once you wear stockings with a garter belt it is difficult to go back to the sneaking down crotch of common tights.
Lille also has art openings on First Fridays. I love this shop, as you can tell, and if you have not been, GO! It will change the way you think about your body, and how you adorn it.

I stepped into this lovely boutique for the first time today. It was delightful; the high ceilings offered a lot of light and the bras and panties were displayed in a very artistic manner.
I had superior assistance from the shopgirl, who was the perfect balance of helpful and hands-​off. She was there when I needed her, giving me plenty of options to choose from, but she also listened to what I wanted and didn’t knock on my door every two seconds to ask how I was doing.
The prices are high, but you are paying for quality and personalized service, not to mention a locally-​owned business. In my opinion, that makes it completely worth it.

call me crazy, but i get the feeling that if gentlemen subscribe to a certain lingerie catalog, that lingerie isn’t really being made for ladies. for us to wear, yes. but not for us to enjoy.
lille is the answer to the hell of lingerie shops that cater to men. the moment you walk in, one of the lovely ladies will welcome you and offer you some water or tea. they’ll talk with you about what you like and don’t like, and bring anything they think you might like to your beautiful fitting room that is reminiscent of a century-​old parlor. they encourage you to try it all, and they remember what you like.
the lines that they carry here are also the antithesis of victoria’s secret and the like — these are real bras, many made of natural fibers, that are not padded. they accentuate YOUR shape. from the oddly-​sized to the average gal, they have beautiful options in a range of prices, and their stock changes often (seasonal sales!). and if they don’t have your size, just add your name to the e-​mail list along with your plight, and they’ll do their best to help you out.
the customer service here is beyond reproach. every interaction is sincere and positive. the gals will send you personal e-​mails to let you know when something you like is in stock, and remember faces and even names months later. they love what they do, which is help you look (and more importantly, feel) beautiful.
and you will.

Discovering Lille has been like discovering a whole new side of my personality. I was a standard chain store underwear woman for years. I had no clue what a difference wearing well made, well fitting, beautiful underwear could make in how I look and feel every day.
I am a budget conscious gal and can affirm that there are low cost options that are both stylish and affordable. When you’re ready to splurge, there is always Stella McCartney!
I also cannot say enough about customer service. Sarah the owner and her team (Courtney just spent an hour helping me try on so many different things!) have an approach that is organized («Let’s see what we have in your size, that way you can try on several different things…») and fun («this bra has some interesting hardware, see what you think!»). They are great at listening, giving feedback, answering questions, and keeping you in the loop on inventory. Without them, I would never have known just how damn cool high-​waisted panties are!
If you love beautiful underthings (or want to love them and can’t get excited about Gap Body or VS anymore) then you must go to Lille. I cannot tell you how much fun it makes getting dressed every day!

I can’t sleep tonight so I’m writing reviews for all of the stores and restaurants that I love and/​or frequent on a regular basis.
Lille is one of the most amazing lingerie stores I’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting. The boutique itself is stunning. It’s sophisticated and relaxing, with sexy lingerie lining the walls like flowing sculpture. Surrounded by silk, lace and satin that is so soft I had to run my fingers over every piece.
I had so much fun with the sales girl (damn, I can’t remember her name) when I was in there on a slow weekday. I must have been there for 2 hours. We were gabbing like old girlfriends as she handed me things to try on. Such beautiful bras and panties. Stella McCartney, Balenciaga, VPL, Bodas… I came home with works of art that day. Pieces such as these are not cheap but everything is so well made that they will last for a very long time. And I find that when I own something so beautiful I take much better care of it. This shopping spree turned me into a convert. I am a matching bra and panties girl these days. Oprah would be so proud.
Now if I only had a guy to wear them for ;)

Lille is my newest vice. I have spent my fair share (and The Big Man’s) on lovely underpinnings before, but not quite as enjoyable as this visit to this delicious shop. For those on a budget, I have to say that good quality that lasts & lasts trumps poorer quality which will require further expenditure down the road. To shop here (and remain on your budget), you need to re-​think consumer mentality. It’s QUALITY vs. QUANTITY, and I’ll take quality any day.
The owner is extremely knowledgeable and helpful… bringing in various sizes in different brands which may vary. It’s like the new sizing where you’ve lived your whole life wearing a size 6, then with the vanity sizing, all of a sudden, poof! — you’re a size 2! I digress… but let’s just say that sometimes the vanity sizing can work in the opposite direction too! The owner knows how to get things put into proper place with support given all ’round…
Not going to lie… the prices for the goods are steep, and with that said, the quality, fabrics, fit are absolutely perfect. The shop itself is delightful, not prissy. There are modern as well as Victorian touches, lots of French references, terrific, atmospheric music… it all adds up to an evocative package. Whether you buy things here for yourself or for the enjoyment of someone else, this spot is highly recommended and swooned over by yours truly.