1625 14th Street, NW
Anyone happen to know if the Little Leaf, “sundry shop specializing in plants and paper” in the old space on S opened too?
Retail
1301 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Thanks to Jake for sending word from Avenue Jack’s closing announcement:
“I thought you should know right away: my experiment in upscale-casual men’s clothing is coming to an end soon. Avenue Jack is closing for good in early-2017.
The good news is, we’ve got some amazing sales going on, including 30% off everything in the store this week.
The bad news is, you’ll have to go back to shopping online or at one of those other, less-cool stores in town. And I’m super sorry about that.
We had an amazing run and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting a small, locally-owned business. Dale and I certainly had a ball picking out our eclectic mix of casual clothes, accessories, and gifts, and I still believe we were on to something great. Heck, The Washington Post, the City Paper, Metro Weekly, Tagg, Washingtonian, and many other publications agreed that we created something special.
And so did you! And thank you so much for that.
But it all comes down to traffic. Unfortunately, the level doesn’t justify our rent. And while we enjoyed a brisk holiday business last month, it would be financially imprudent to wait to see if people eventually find us the rest of the year.”
1621 Connecticut Ave, NW
And, incidentally, thanks to another reader for sending word about Copenhaver reopening:
1925 14th Street, NW looking north towards Soul Cycle and U Street
Thanks to Courtney for the heads up confirming the scuttlebutt from October:
“signage up for new lululemon on 14th street near soul cycle”
Lululemon confirms:
“We’re comin’ for you.”
There is also a Lululemon in Logan Circle at 15th and P St, NW which may or may not be considered the same neighborhood as 14th and U Street, NW. For the record it is .6 miles away in a very dense part of town.
looking south towards the coming Madewell
1251 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
The Reebok Fit Store opened back in 2013 in the former Adidas store space. Since I always rock Adidas I’m hoping maybe they’ll come back? Stay tuned.
Photos by Korie D. Rose
Korie notes:
“@PoPville here’s a question how many Mattress Firm’s does one neighborhood like Columbia Heights need? Apparently 2 directly across from each other.”
And thanks to another reader for sending Freakonomics’ Are We in a Mattress-Store Bubble?
710 14th Street, NW
And there will be chocolate too:
3025 M Street, NW
Though it appears pickings are slim…unless you like short shorts and/or leopard prints!
Ed. Note: I was unable to ascertain whether or not any short shorts in leopard print remained.
14th and Park Road, NW
From an email:
“Most DC USA stores close early on Christmas Eve except for Target which will stay open until 11 PM. IHOP will be open until 2 PM on Christmas Day and Panda Express will be open on Christmas Day from 11 AM until 6 PM.”
Full list after the jump. (more…)
726 7th Street, NW
T Mobile are the ones who do the pink neon lights in their stores right? Anyway, Lime Fresh closed back in November 2015. Before Lime Fresh this was a Potbelly’s.
1348 U Street, NW
I just always walk by and smile and don’t think I’ve ever posted about Why Not Boutique before so, I needed to remedy that! Their website says:
“Welcome to Why Not Boutique.
A fashion forward clothing & footwear company.
We are the only premier source in DC for today’s hot styles and cutting edge fashion. We specialize in fashion shoes and fashion slim fit suits.
Whether you are looking for designer fashions, party wear, business wear, church wear, formal wear, or fashion accessories, we carry the latest and hottest fashions from the top designers. Our in house designers, brings sexy back with a twist of fashion from the 1920’s era.
DCfootwear and Why Not Boutique also carries a wide range of sizes, so you can count on a perfect tailored fit. Our unique inventory allow us to offer a one of a kind shopping experience. Only @ The World Famous DCfootwear/Why Not Boutique!”