Lettie Gooch Boutique

Lettie Gooch is the best women’s boutique ever in DC! I stumbled upon Lettie Gooch in the original store location over 10 yrs ago and fell in love. I can not say enough amazing things about Theresa, her staff and her keen eye for style and sass! She always has her finger on the pulse and knows what’s trending… and at excellent price points. I’m so excited for this exquisite new location and can’t wait to see what 2016 brings Lettie Gooch!

What a gem of a store! I was visiting DC from NYC for only a few days and am so glad I made a stop at Lettie Gooch. I noticed that Lettie Gooch was on a lot of «Best of DC» lists, and after shopping there I can see why. Excellent personalized service, unique selection of clothing that you don’t see everywhere, and cozy store environment. Theresa (the owner) and Robrette were both very helpful in selecting items that would work for my hard-​to-​fit body, and I walked out happily with a skirt and pants that were very flattering. I appreciated the friendliness and laid-​back vibe of the place, and I never felt rushed or pressured to buy anything. Next time I’m in town, I’m definitely stopping by again!

My favorite neighborhood boutique! They can dress any woman and especially one with curves. Such a fun, warm place to shop. I bring all my friends when they come to visit.

I absolutely love this place! And the management is so friendly and pleasant. I want to buy something every time I go, and they have a pretty good sale section too

This place is everything! Hands down my favorite boutique in DC. The store features an exquisitely curated collection of clothing. I’ve always been impressed by the range of pieces. It’s my go-​to source for special events or when I want to treat myself. I know when I need something really fierce and unique — especially dresses or accessories — this is the spot. The staff is amazing too and go above and beyond to give personalized attention.

From the staff to the clothes this is a really cool boutique. I like to think that Lettie sells personality pieces. This is the type of store where you find that one thing that leaps out at you that really tells your story. And mine was a cross between an army coat and a motorcycle jacket with the leather sleeve, currently on trend. As soon as I put it on… the sales lady said ‘Oh yeah that’s YOU!’ And she was absolutely correct!
This coat was talking loud AND sayin’ something! And that is the way I would describe Lettie Gooch. I love the fact that this store is Schizophrenic in a dope sort of way, because it caters to about 5 different types of women all wrapped into one store. Now that would drive some people crazy, but I personally loved it! And the funny thing is I would have no problem with telling anyone where I bought the coat because 1.) No two women wear anything alike and 2.) Because there were only like 3, so by the time you get here, all of them would probably be gone!

Lettie Gooch is located in a basement-​level space. You might think that this would make them hard to notice, but they completely make up for it with their window displays of dresses and scarves. Few other stores consistently wow me with the wares in their windows like Lettie Gooch’s does; they are consistently colorful, beautiful, and the dresses are distinctive in their innovative structure.
On the occasions I’ve bought dresses here, I am so pleased with the unique style that is harder to come by in more conventional stores. I always get compliments in them! If only fashion were cheaper… which is how I’ve ended up with my crazy scarf collection (thanks a lot, Lettie Gooch). But how can I help myself? They’re so pretty, colorful, soft, and warm. They change up a basic outfit while being cheaper than jewelry. It’s so easy to say «why not?»
Service is friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about fashion, colors, and local events (thanks for turning me on to Crafty Bastards, guys!).

Ladies,…this is another great spot for you! I love the atmosphere and the energy. The minute you walk in it’s buzzing with excitement. There is always something unique, colorful at Lettie Gooch. I often stop here too to get gifts or just to say hello. I am waiting for the Kenya and Therese to bring back the men clothing, but they are so cool and friendly that I have to stop in almost every Saturday. Keep up the good work!

I went on a Tuesday, but the store was closed.

Fabulous boutique! Great tops and dresses. Always fabulous jewelry. The staff has changed over a lot here.

I loved the selection at Lettie Gooch! Great fabric, designs, varying prices and options — from their purses, leggings, blouses, dresses and jeans. Jamila assisted me so well, picked out a couple of blouses and the right size, I bought them plus a dress last weekend and am planning to return to see if they still have a purse I can’t stop thinking about.

Went to their 5-​year anniversary party last week. The owner and her staff did an awesome job of entertaining (snacks, drinks, dj) and providing excellent service while we browsed. A number of the dresses are a little pricey, but there’s something here to match everyone’s comfort level. Left the store with a really unique top and a few items (earrings, patterned knee-hi’s, a scented shea sample) that they provided free with purchase in honor of the special occasion.

I really like this store. The owner is super friendly and helpful and she has a lot of unique finds that will have you stand out in a crowd. I got a very cute hat there recently — a silver beret that has gotten me lots of compliments, as well as a big necklace that is definitely a show piece. Before that, I got a cool baby-​T and little black jacket.
The only downside is that the prices are really high for most things. Dresses are $ 200−300+ which is above my price range. But they do have sales, and the accessories are very affordable.

The clothes were really cute and some not so much, I am not sure who does the buying but you can tell that they are stuck on their own style not thinking of others.
Service really could be better, I hate when people feel as though they can’t help. If your in retail, remember you have to want to help people. and that is all people. I am not going back there again.

I really want to love this store given the fact that there aren’t a lot of cute boutiques in DC outside of the preppy Georgetown destinations (although it is improving), but I experienced some bad customer service that really rubbed me the wrong way.
I tried on a pair of stretchy jeans here and was concerned that they were a big too big, but the woman helping me assured me that they fit perfectly and wouldn’t stretch out too much. So I was pretty disappointed when I got home wore them around the house and they started sagging. So, I decide to return them only to be faced with an interrogation about how much I had worn the jeans. The woman working there literally sniffed the jeans to see if I was lying and then told me I couldn’t return the jeans. Aside from just the fact that I couldn’t return them, it really was just the tone of the whole experience that turned me off. Which really is too bad, because it seems like a cute store…

Who says DC doesn’t have good shopping? Lettie Gooch a a great little store that has a little of everything. I can count on finding something unique to wear. Love the interior and the owner is very nice.
I took a friend who was fretting over finding something to wear to a winter wedding. Sure enough Lettie Gooch came through, considering we dropped in on Sunday with only 20 minutes before they closed. She’s now hooked.

I recently dropped in at Lettie Gooch because i kept driving by and had not yet stopped in, so I did on a whim with a friend and the result:
— I bought a great Christopher Kon handbag (let me clarify I had never heard of Christopher Kon nor can I name more than a dozen designers but for those of you out there that care — trying to help you out)
I had been looking for a purse for about 6 months and feel in love with this one. I enjoyed the style of clothes, belts and purses that she had in the shop and the new fall collection had just come in, so she was pulling things out and showing us.
It is a great example of a local, small, unpretentious boutique in my neighborhood (think former Wild Women Red, Shake your Booty etc.
I plan to add Lettie Gooch to my regular shopping list and the personal service is great because she actually cares. I got a handwritten card in the mail last week asking how I was enjoying my purse.
If you’re looking to go shopping– buy local and head to Lettie Gooch.

Lettie Gooch is a cute, unexpected boutique off U St. It’s not in my neighborhood, so I don’t stop in as often as I would like, but I do wander down occasionally for a look.
I have found some very cute pieces here and everything seems to be good quality. There is always a sale rack (I’ve never bought anything full price there.) The service is super friendly and look very hip and cute– a plus when you’re selling clothes! Also, I didn’t feel that pressure that I sometimes feel in small boutiques where you’re the only shopper, that «I wish they would stop looking at me and making me feel guilty» pressure.
Minus one star because I think that for the price, the pieces could stand to be a little better quality and a little less trendy. So really, it’s personal style – I usually want more classic pieces, and the styles here seemed very trend-​influenced (i.e. last summer? Empire waist, empire waist, empire waist. Nary a normal-​waisted dress to be found.) The plus is that it’s a good place to get that one trendy piece for the season: you can get it high-​quality, at a higher but not unaffordable price, and you can be sure it’s going to last more than 3 months.

With twenty minutes to spare before an event across the street, I popped into Lettie Gooch, a cute boutique on 9^th near U Street. Named after the owner’s grandmother, this sweet shop is so much fun to browse and comfortable enough, even, to hang out in.
Kenya was in charge the night I stopped in and she made the experience feel like a party. For dresses and accessories you’re not likely to find elsewhere in the District, stop in here.

I was in this neighborhood today and coincidentally noticed Lettie’s was mentioned in the Post, so I stopped in. What a cute store! While I was there a client was trying on an amazing kimono top by Y Apparel. I now covet it.
They carry some high end designers here such as Ranahan Jeans and Voom. Oh, and if you’re like me and curious to see what Beyonce’s «line» is. it is here.
I was also admiring some earings on a stand next to the cash register when the salesperson let me know those were made by a local artist with vintage lucite.
Speaking of the salesperson– did not catch her name — the one with red hair was super friendly and knew a TON about the area.