Lemon Twist

very snooty owners! make sure you don’t wear sweat pants. i guess they thought i was broke! i drove my jag back to the burbs! keep it moving!!! snooty snooty!

The Lemon Twist is a classic! Their sales are terrific and their merchandise is always in style. The women who run the store are a part of the community and keep us all well dressed throughout the year. Their new location is airy and light and I think a nice improvement.

I l-​o-​v-​e this shop! I live just down the street from the Chevy Chase Supermarket (and therefore this location of Lemon Twist). I come in here frequently and look for fun things to pick up — they often have great, inexpensive jewelry. I am in love with Vera Bradley, and they have a decently extensive (especially considering the size of the shop!) selection of almost everything! I wouldn’t come for the clothing, as I’m in my early 20’s and too young for most of their clothing selection.
Occasionally, the ladies (often older) who work this shop are slightly rude/​uninterested, but I have been in other times when I’ve been asked multiple times if I need any assistance. It’s hit and miss.
It’s worth it for the VB collection, for me.

Really disappointed in this place. Since it’s across from our dr’s office, I’d always been curious to check it out. Today we had a little extra time before our appointment so I wandered in with my (clean, polite, well-​behaved) five-​year-​old. We went in and I immediately felt an overly-​helpful vibe in the air, the kind that makes me think I’m being suspected of potential shoplifting.
Okay, the actual review portion: Half the store is typical gift shop kitsch, good for people with more money than time (or taste, to my mind). Example: reusable shopping bag from Micro Deano. (I forget what LT sells them for, but these things retail for $ 12 for a 5″ x 5″ «tote». Not much I can fit in that!)
The other half is high-​end children’s clothing, sizes infant to pre-​teen. Mostly girls’ dresses, some small puzzles, and children’s books. Sample: velvet hooded jacket for $ 200. (Florence Eiseman?) Toddler swimsuit for $ 74.00. (Lilly Pulitzer, if I recall correctly.) Cute, but no thanks. I would call the product assortment safe and expensive.
If you aren’t good at wrapping presents yourself, I’d recommend buying gift bags and colored tissue from the Container Store,. If you absolutely must have someone else recommend and then wrap a present, go to Politics and Prose, or Child’s Play, both down the road on Ct Ave.
Anyway, I was browsing the racks — might have bought one of the UPF shirts — when my daughter asked to use the bathroom. I’d seen one out of the corner of my eye on the way in but had forgotten where it was, so asked where the facilities were. The staffer said, raising her hand as if to direct me: «It’s just…» and then seemed to change her mind (what, did you think I couldn’t afford your ridiculous overpriced wares? Was I too Asian for your sensibilities?), saying, «It’s at Einstein’s Bagels. You have to go to Einstein’s.»
I’m no fan of stores that restrict bathroom use to employees only. But a children’s store that won’t let desperate kids use their bathroom? Why have a play area but no bathroom access? That’s like a maternity store that won’t let pregnant ladies pee. No fear, I’m never going to buy anything from your store. I can find prettier (and cheaper) clothing at Hanna Andersson, Mini Boden, or even Children’s Place. And they’re a lot nicer and less judgmental in those stores.

It is wonderful to shop at a place that I’ve visited for more than two decades and still find things I like. Lemon Twist is an authentic little Chevy Chase boutique that sells dresses, sweaters, Vera Bradley luggage and handbags, fashion jewelry, neckties, and gifts. Their spin-​off The Lemon Drop has similar items for your younger (and littler) family members and gift recipients.
The colorful items and bountiful displays make this a place that has something for almost anyone. Simple, but darling, gift packaging makes each gift from the Lemon Twist special. They will even wrap a pair of cute socks if you ask!
If you like Vera Bradley or Lilly Pulitzer, this shop is waiting for you! Free parking in a lot behind the shop and cheerful staff make this an easy place to frequent.

This stylish children’s boutique is my #1 place to go for baby gifts and baby clothes. The clothing is high-​end and beautifully made, especially the newborn clothes and special occasion dresses for little girls. The toys and gifts are fun and unique, and every time I go into the shop, I find something new. Their periodic sales are worth waiting for. If your purchas is a gift, remember to ask to have it wrapped. Gift wrapping is free and they do a beautiful job, but they won’t always remember to tell you that.

A very comfortable environment. The women working there along with the younger teeneagers make it an ideal store for mothers and daughters to take a trip together. The boutique carries a lot of Vera Bradley, so if you ever need some, make sure to check this place. It also has a lot of Vineyard Vines and Lilly Pulitzer. It’s a good store for those preppy friends of yours!
Attached to it (conveniently) is the childrens boutique (Lemon Drop). This store has beautiful gifts for babies and children. A perfect place to run in and buy a christening or baby shower gift. They will even do a cute little wrapping job for you!
An overall very nice store!