Mint Julep

Great service and beautiful clothes.

I love coming into Mint Julep; every piece in the store is excellent so it saves you from going to larger store and having to sift through everything. Great selection of Shoshanna, Milly, Nanette Lepore, and more. They have a nice price range as well, which is great when you’re looking for a more casual look and don’t want to spend as much. Even the less expensive dresses are cut well and of good quality.
I have always found the staff to be extremely friendly; they’re always welcoming and really excellent at giving suggestions if you need something for a specific event. I’ve frequently come in and they’ve picked out something I wouldn’t have noticed or thought would fit, and it turned out to to really flattering. They’re also extremely helpful at helping you track down the right size, even offering to call their other location for you.
Definitely the perfect place if you have a wedding, cocktail party, or other event and want to check out a ton of great outfits in one place, rather than spending a lot of time browsing online or in larger department stores.

Really nice clothes here and good selection. 4 stars because the prices are a bit high. Cute jewelry too. Woman working there was super sweet and helpful!

This store is such a gem. The dress selection here is great. I am not one for wearing bright colors, but I have not had any difficulty finding beautiful neutrals. The staff here is also very friendly and attentive. Oh, and their sidewalk sale is amazing, which just happened over the weekend.

A local business, so I hate to give it a poor review…
If you know your fabrics and quality, then you soon figure out that many of the items are priced without any regard to material or quality. There was a Plain cotton scarf of a quality no more than $ 20−30… and the price tag– $ 198? Right next to it, a more fairly priced polyester one for $ 28. I know my fabrics pretty well and this weird scale of pricing is a rip off. The absolutely plain cotton one– even with a Brand on it, should have been NO MORE THAN $ 50.
I’ve been to the store in Washington square, Brookline (Brocades) that does glorious silk scarves and pure pashmina ones– unique ones too for Much less and with warm n friendly service! I’ll get my scarves there next time!

This is boutique shopping in Boston at its best. From accessories and clutches to perfect party dresses, Mint Julep offers a rare mix of just-​cheap-​enough-​to-​be-​a-​bargain and not-so-expensive-I-can’t-splurge items that will immediately become favorites in your closet. And while they offer stand-​out faithful brands like Shoshanna, Tibi, Milly, Orla Kiely, and Plenty, you’ll also find unique, classic pieces you simply can’t get anywhere else. But if you see it, and you love it, snag it, because they don’t carry a huge inventory, and sizes go fast.

The best dresses. These dresses also come with a pretty price tag. Mint Julep carries great brands — Nanette Lepore, Milly, Tibi means the clothes are well made and unique but expensive. A lot of the dresses will run in the $ 200s, easily. However, there are some more moderately priced items throughout the store. The store often has BB Dakota stuff which is more affordable. They also have some really cute crossbody bags and purses that are inexpensive (~60). They typically have one or two racks of sale stuff so you can always search through those too, but I find they usually don’t have my size (XS/​S).
In terms of the staff, I can’t comment because I haven’t had too many notable interactions. However, they did donate a gift card for a silent auction as a part of a charity event I planned, which was great. Thank you Mint Julep!
My friend’s jewelry is sold here (Sara Danielle Designs) and I love that they sell local jewelers stuff. They have great accessories too. this is definitely a place you can find beautiful clothes that not everyone else will have!

Really disappointed. I bought a tunic in October to wear for holiday parties. Time to wear it and I’m ironing it. I find that it’s incredibly badly made: the darts were crinkled and impossible to iron flat, the seams reverse direction and are impossible to iron flat. Of course, it’s too late to return because they have a 10-​day return policy. That just tells me that they’re not willing to stand by their merchandise.
The tunic I bought was expensive to buy and cheaply made. I will not be shopping here again. It’s just not worth it.

The merchandise is undoubtedly pricey, and when I have discriminating eyes, some of the items don’t justify the price tags. However, I really do like supporting local show owners, so every now and then, their pretty dresses and jewelry really catch my eye and take my money.
Yesterday, I just couldn’t find anything worthwhile even on the two plus racks of sale items.
I will say I did like when the manager said goodbye to me. I can’t tell you how many times I have been in this store when no one recognizes you have come and gone. If you don’t make someone feel welcome or acknowledge when s/​he stops by, why would anyone support your business?

I have to give these girls a five star upgrade. Not only do I come in at least every other week to check out their new items, but they continue to keep up with some of the best designers and new brands!
If you’re looking for some cheap clothes that will fall apart… go elsewhere. But this gem of a store deserves five stars.
Example, today I wanted something to add pizazz to a dress I already own. They have wallets, bags, tights, hats, necklaces, bracelets… all I could ever dream of adding to my already wonderful ensemble. I chose some really cute purple Spanx tights and I couldn’t be any happier. I like the convenience of always knowing that if I need a cute outfit for an event or an additive accessory, I can count on them.

Plus, the fabulous employee’s now know me and their divine selection continues to expand! Mint Julep may be a tiny store, but is JAM PACKED with cutesy wear! Quite the keeper in my book.

I really dislike this place but if I am walking by, I feel compelled to walk in and take a look. It’s the soothing green sign — it’s just so inviting. If only the sales associates were also inviting.
In the many times that I have walked into this store, I’ve only been greeted by a sales person on a handful of occasions. In a store, this small, it makes it awkward not to be acknowledged.
In terms of the clothes and accessories, this is a pricier boutique that carries brands that you can often find in other places. They don’t have many sizes and it’s a bit claustrophobic. Occasionally, things are discounted to a somewhat affordable prices (still not a great deal). Every so often there is something that catches my eye in this store but the poor customer service always kills my desire to make a purchase.
Overall, I’d rather swipe my card at a boutique in Beacon Hill… or a high end department store.

Things to like about this store:
1) They carry some nice dresses between the price point of $ 200 to $ 300. Brands include Kensie, Trina Turk, Shoshanna, Tibi, Nanette Lepore, and Milly. Unlike what other people say, they’re not any more expensive than other stores that carry the same brands. There are some cute dresses but in general, it’s not really my taste. I’ve bought dresses from those designers before but for some reason, I don’t care for the store’s choices.
2) They have a nice jeans collection as well.
Things not to like about this store:
1) Sales are rare and even when they do happen, they’re not great.
2) One of the reasons to come to a boutique store is to buy things you can’t find in a regular department store and this is where they fail. Most of the brands are pretty mainstream.
3) Sizes are limited so unless you fall within the range of 0 – 8, don’t bother coming. They also only carry one of each.
4) I don’t think the accessory collection is particularly interesting.
5) Their return policy sucks (or should I say simply nonexistent).

Mint Julep reminds me of one of my favorite little boutiques in the West Village in New York, so for nostalgia purposes, I sometimes wander in with no intention to buy anything. And then I see a pair of earrings I have to have, or a purse that calls my name… and I’m powerless, caught in cute-​accessory thrall.
Yes, nothing in the store is cheap, but if I give myself the rule of not buying anything that costs over $ 100, I usually don’t do too much damage. Some of the jewelry, in my opinion, is affordable. And the sale rack rules — I got a sexy black skirt with sequin detail marked down to $ 30 and a Free People dress for 50% off the other day. I like wearing unique stuff that makes people ask where I got it, and for that, sometimes I’m willing to pay more.

2.5. I just don’t get it. I’ve seen their Harvard store, I like it better, but not that much better.
First of all, I can’t walk into this store without getting really claustrophobic. So yeah, they cram it full of cute stuff so there’s a lot of selection but I don’t think I have even made it to the back of this incredibly tiny store yet because I feel like the clothing is going to cave in on me. Actually, I think that may be the reason I have such negative feelings about this store.
Then there’s pricing. Ha. Ridiculous. Really. Ridiculous. Even their accessories are way overpriced for what they are. Also, there’s a cute bead shop down the way that I frequent — some of the jewelry here (all handmade, I suppose) was made with components they sell at the bead shop a few doors away. Yeah, and marked up like 80 bazillion percent. Tacky.
Also, the clothes are adorable. But I have tits. Their stuff is cut to fit 12 year olds or rich Brookline women with bodies like 12 year olds. And yes, most of the girls who I see shopping there are the college-​aged, not quite done with puberty, daddy pays for everything crowd. Don’t know that I would want to dress like them even if I could. It’s like a preppier version of Anthropologie without the charm.

You know me and the halvsies…1.5.
I’ll start with the positive. They have unique beautiful clothing. I’m a person who likes clothing that’s ‘classic, has clean lines, and not too extravagant’. Some things are with in my budget, some are not; but it’s higher end if you look at the brand. It’s very eclectic and it’s selection is diverse, and still classy; there are days though, I’ll think ‘gulp’ it’s worth the splurge, but…
Not at this store. ok, my 1.5 end of the review. I’ve been in there many times… I am never, ever… RARELY one to use the ‘I’m brown card’, but I’ve walked in, and have NEVER received a welcome; a ‘hi how are you today’ as they have addressed other customers. While looking at their stuff, no one has approached me with a ‘can I help you find a size?’ or ‘something I can help you with?’. Once, i needed to find a dress, I described my ‘perfect’ shoes, I was pointed to the ‘rack over there’
I’ve worked retail for many years at the higher end-​ish range store AND customer service goes a long way. You treat everyone equally, a person in sweats: they’ve spent over $ 1000+ at the store; a person, dressed to the 9s, may try everything on, won’t by a thing (and leave a mess in the fitting room and you’re left putting it all away).
SEVERAL times I’ve even watched associates ask if they can help the males in the store, sitting on the couch, doing nothing but twiddling their thumbs waiting for a GF. I’ve come in with my sweats on, I’ve come in with my high end designer bag, sunglasses, and shoes on (I’m not trying to say I’m spoiled/​obnoxious but as a measure of a standard) In the end;
I feel pretty rejected and disrespected as a customer when I enter and leave. Basically, I say:
Save your breath, the ‘Julep’ is not worth the ‘Mint’

Yes, it’s pricey. But it’s also mostly designer or handmade wares in a store with a Coolidge Corner rent.
I went in a few months ago, shopping for bridesmaids gifts and chatted with the girl at the register. She answered my questions and said I should come back closer to fall, when the new colors would be in.
I went back today and at first, no one acknowledged or greeted me. However, once I walked up to the register, the girl smiled at me and came around to help me. We started talking and she (Kayla) immediately remembered me from months earlier — including what I was looking for!
Kayla (not sure of the spelling) was so helpful and friendly. She gave me her thoughts and advice and I ended up purchasing the gifts — with the understanding that I could exchange them or return for store credit if they aren’t totally right. She didn’t pressure me at all though — which is why I bought them!
The dresses are probably out of my price range, but they are so cute, I might have to go back to check out potential sales.

I’ve been in here a million zillion times to window-​shop, as this place is, unfortunately, a bit outside my budget. However, I have to give credit where credit’s due: were I a tad richer, I could easily see myself lining my closets in their cute dresses, handbags, and accessories.
But! This story has a happy ending. During the Coolidge Corner sidewalk sale, I snagged not one — but TWO dresses for $ 50 (adorable teal eyelet drop-​waist dress and a fancy white brocade kensie with a black crystal bib embellishment and short chiffon sleeves — and pockets, loooove that). No, not $ 50 each, both for a total of $ 50! That’s cheaper than H&M, kids, and much better quality to boot.
As long as you exist I will sing your praises. And as long as you continue to participate in sidewalk sales, I’ll be your customer.

This is cute. This is cute. This is cute. That’s exactly what I said as I touched every piece of clothing at Mint Julep. The display of pretty dresses in the window was absolutely adorable and drew us in. Mint Julep’s collection did not disappoint.
They not only had the cutest dresses but jewelry, Orla Kiely bags and all of the «in» headbands from retro poly to feathers. It was sooo me! I would totally outfit myself at Mint Julet if I were rich and a size 4.
$ 320. $ 188. $ 165. Those were the typical price tags attached to the clothes at Mint Julep. I turned away and kept walking. Mint Julep is definitely one for window shopping. I couldn’t imagine spending that kind of cash on clothes. It’s great for ideas and inspiration though.
Mint Julep is the shop to go to when you want to wear something that is just different and overtly feminine and funky. It’s one of those «Wow. Where did you get your dress? It’s fabulous!» boutiques.

I am basing this review primarily on the customer service aspect of the store. I will say that the storefront display is nice, and the layout of the store is all right. They have a really small space, and they’re working with it as best they can. I suppose it’s better that they have a good selection of merchandise (if you’re willing to drop a pretty penny on smaller-​name boutique designer clothing); the vision for the store is homogeneous and the pieces are definitely «standout pieces.» They aren’t just basic tanks and T’s.
That said… it was one of the most off-​putting customer service experiences I’ve had in awhile (and this is coming from someone who’s been there). There was a tall blonde working in the store who must’ve had a friend come in… all they did was gossip. She whined about how she had a friend coming in, but that he was bringing an under-​21 friend in, and how she didn’t want to «babysit» her and blah blah blah. She was rude, abrupt, and short with me. The other girl was really nice and tried to help me out. On the other hand… I really wanted to tape the blonde chick’s mouth shut just so I wouldn’t have to listen to her nasty Valley-​Girl-​meets-​So-​Cal-​wannabe-​surfer drawl. In short: she was a rude, seemingly overprivileged snot. Had it not been for the other sales associate, I would’ve immediately turned around and walked out without trying anything on.
UPDATE: So, I’ve now gone in three more times. I figured that after the first time, maybe I was a little harsh. Maybe they were just having an off day. Apparently they weren’t, and my next three visits were more or less a repeat of the first. There is always one nice girl who is genuinely trying to do her job and assist people. And then there is always at least one vapid coed meandering or sitting around either a) talking to her friend who came into the store or b) gossiping to the other slacker-​chic coworker. And they are always talking about partying, boys, or how terribly dreadful their lives are. They wave you by, and ask if you need anything with a tone of voice that says, «I really don’t care, but I have to ask, and anyway I know that my non-​slacker-​chic coworker will handle you.»
So, I’m sorry Mint Julep of Brookline, but 2 stars it is. I cannot, in good conscience, recommend this location to anyone. Ever.
Needless to say, if I ever want to go back (which is doubtful), I will go out of my way to the Cambridge location.

I’ve lived in Brookline for 3 years now but I studiously avoided this store because I am seriously weak-​willed when it comes to beautiful clothes. As much as I would LOVE to have unlimited disposable income to spend on shopping sprees, it’s sadly not the case and I always had the impression that Mint Julep’s delicious frocks are out of my budget range. But I was lured in today by the bright window display and realized that the store manages to mix high and low items with a girly, feminine sensibility. It’s so me! And super fun, colorful prints too! Did I mention the great accessories as well? It’s a well-​curated collection here.
I actually had a shopping goal in mind today since I’m attending a couple weddings this summer. Lo and behold, I spied the most perfect canary yellow Milly dress that I immediately dubbed «the Michelle Obama dress» because it looks like something she would wear. Of course, it wasn’t exactly in my budget range but I *had to* try it on! And yes, I fell promptly in love. I deliberated awhile over the price but decided it was a quality investment. Plus, sincere flattery really does get you pretty far in my book. The salesgirl who assisted me was really sweet and helpful despite all my questions. I also liked another dress but they sadly didn’t have it in my size. She even called their Cambridge store to check and said I could try other retailers online. It was really a very pleasant shopping experience! Remind me again why I stayed away so long?