Arsenic and Old Lace
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Arsenic and Old Lace is a charming vintage clothing store located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This hidden gem has earned rave reviews from customers who have discovered its unique offerings.
According to the reviews, Arsenic and Old Lace is a treasure trove of high-quality, authentic vintage pieces, particularly from the 1960s and 1970s. Customers describe the store as having a "phenomenal collection" of unique and fashionable vintage clothing, accessories, and home decor. One reviewer notes that the store's inventory includes "something for everyone," from "spiffy clothing" to "artwork/decor to freshen up a tired room."
The store's friendly and knowledgeable staff are praised for their welcoming and helpful approach. As one customer shares, "The shopkeeper was helpful and welcoming but not overbearing at all!" Another reviewer describes the overall "vibe" of the store as "great," with "classic oldie tunes" playing in the background, creating a nostalgic and charming atmosphere.
Customers seem to appreciate the store's diverse price points, with one noting that while the items are "a bit out of my price range," there are still "good finds" to be had. Another reviewer exclaims, "There are high and low price points for every vintage hunter that'll make you dream of coming back for more."
The reviews highlight the store's ability to offer unique and hard-to-find vintage pieces that are not easily accessible elsewhere. As one customer states, "Real vintage, the kind that's hard to find. Definitely worth stopping by!" Another enthusiastic shopper shares, "I stumbled upon the store by accident and I am truly glad I did. The store has such a phenomenal collection of high quality unique vintage pieces that I haven't seen outside of New York City."
Overall, Arsenic and Old Lace appears to be a beloved destination for vintage enthusiasts in Charlottesville, offering a carefully curated selection of high-quality, one-of-a-kind items that transport customers back in time. As one reviewer eloquently puts it, "this little shop takes you back in time!"
14 reviews
Elinor Ackerman
Real vintage, the kind that’s hard to find. Definitely worth stopping by!
Thank you, Elinor! I appreciate so much that you took the time to leave kind review, and I hope to see in you in the shop again soon. It is always nice to have a fellow lover of vintage, enjoy what I have curated over the years.
Victoria Gonzalez
Fabulous shop full of unique and fashionable accessories and clothing. High and low price points for every vintage hunter that’ll make you dream of coming back for more. Couldn’t resist this 70s necklace and wore it the same evening for a wedding. Can’t wait to return!j
Thank you so much, Victoria! I love that you found a vintage treasure, and appreciate so much that you took the time to leave a kind review! ~ Angela
Deanna Durben
Very cute store, a bit out of my price range but definitely has good finds
Hello Deanna, thank you for your review! Im sorry that you did not find something when you were in, we try to have a range of price points. I hope you'll stop in again!
Aliaa Bassiouny
A wonderful vintage store. Very nice collection and we always find unique things there!
Thank you Aliaa, for taking the time to leave a kind review! Im so happy that you enjoy my little shop!
Libbie Ryan
By far my favorite vintage store! I always find something I love here.
Hi Libbie! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind a review! We hope to see you soon!
Susanna Petersen
I stumbled upon the store by accident and I am truly glad I did. The store has such a phenomenal collection of high quality unique vintage pieces that I haven't seen outside of New York City. If you want something unique and beautiful this is definitely the place!
Wow Susanna, thank you so much for such a great review! Im happy that you found us!
Jacqulyn Foster
This little shop takes you back in time! From its unique curated collection down to the classic oldie tunes played the overall vibe is great! You are greeted with a smile by their friendly and knowledgeable staff who are always willing to go that extra mile. Arsenic and Old Lace is the definition of small business charm.
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful and kind review. It was nice talking with you, and we hope to see you again soon!
Sara Gomez
Loved it! Shopkeeper was helpful and welcoming but not overbearing at all! Great stuff!!
Thank you Sara, for taking the time to leave a review! I hope you are able to stop in again soon!
Cami Green
this store is AMAZING! it was my boyfriend & I’s first time and wow, we were amazed. there’s a huge selection of vintage clothing, shoes, and home decor, with the best 60s and 70s stuff. the owner is very friendly and the store is welcoming. we will definitely be returning!
Hi Cami, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a nice review! I'm glad you enjoyed the shop, its always nice to share our love of vintage with people who have the same appreciation! Hope to see you again soon!
Jennifer Michalek
Love this shop! There is something for everyone. New (to you!) artwork/decor to freshen up a tired room or a sad home office space, vintage and retro clothing, smancy clothing, this place has it all! Could happily spend hours there and still see something that I missed every time I turned around! Support local businesses and explore this gem, you will not be disappointed!
Hello Jennifer, Thank you for such a nice review! It is always a treat to see you in the shop, we love when people share our love and excitement of true vintage!