Jaryam

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Jennifer Ward

I have passed this store several times while walking to work and have found the pieces displayed in the window very tempting, so i finally decided to pop in the other day. There is a beautiful selection of clothing from some more obscure european designers, but I was in for some sticker shock. Something like $400 dollars for a jersey dress, $300 for a simple cotton jersey turtleneck!! Of course I had to say that those were some rather high prices for jersey, and the owner quickly snipped at me that it is the quality. I would certainly hope and expect so at those price points. I tried to make conversation while perusing the racks, but the owner was not interested in me. I guess she assumed that since I commented on the price, that I wouldnt be able to afford anything. She really had no way of knowing how much money I make, other than being rather judgmental, and little did she know that I very well may have purchased some pieces from this place. I quickly tried on a draped vest off the rack, and saw a stunning winter jacket that I was dying to try on, but the owner stopped me saying that she really must go that she and somewhere to be. I asked if I could just have a minute to try the coat on in which she responded, "NO, I really need to leave. If youd like to make an appointment and come another day thatll fine but I need to leaVE NOW." I told her I dont think Id be returning after her treatment, and she just said "FINE. Your Choice." SERIOUSLY? I was appalled. She was not apologetic at all. If she really had some place to be she couldve told me when I walked in... I would expect a boutique with such a limited selection, and such high price points would have stellar service, not pushing potential clients out the door. Being someone who once worked several years in retail, I know that when people are paying a little more, they are also paying for a stellar customer service experience. QUALITY alone does not warrant $300 turtlenecks. For the people that find these type of reviews surprising it is likely that the owner saw dollar signs in her eyes when she met you, but when she judges people that may not look like they have a lot of money based on what they are wearing on that particular day, she is very quick to dismiss you. If you are looking to just throw your $$ at a very rude elitist, this is your place, but if you are looking for exceptional service, along with exceptional pieces I suggest taking your business elsewhere, and there are plenty of elsewheres.

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Brandon Payne

The place looked great and the products looked great. Im not sure if I caught the lady at a bad time or if she was skeptical because I was a man walking in but here is my experience from Jaryam. The lady came out and looked at me as if I shouldn’t even be in the shop asking how can she help me. I was in the middle of explaining myself when she rudely interrupted me by asking me again, as if I was taking too long to get to the point. So I simply asked for a business card to send models to her shop. She replied with, “My business cards are being printed,” and began to walk away as if she was in a rush to get back to what she was doing, yet still keeping a suspicious eye on me. I did not enjoy my brief experience there at all.

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Soraya Kamali-Nafar

Jaryam is a unique store in the heart of Georgetown and I like it because it has hard to find European clothing, lingerie, and swimwear. It is very accommodating because it carries a host of sizes and styles for all types of people. The owner, Maryam, is incredibly approachable and truly wants her customers to leave her store satisfied. The store itself is welcoming and the service is excellent. I highly recommend.

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Alicia Beck

The products offered at Jaryam are really unique. I always stop by just to check out their newest selection. Plus, the staff are super helpful!

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Fatou FAYE

Closes 10 minutes before scheduled time and refuses to let customers in ! How rude is this.

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