jb and me

This store has a really nice selection of clothes, accessories, and home décor. Everywhere you look is something cute. The unfriendliness of the staff is pretty shocking, though. I noticed the workers looked away– and did not speak-​as I shopped around the store. It struck me that my husband noticed the poor customer service too! I still found a cute purse, but come on ladies being friendly goes a long way, and makes the shopping experience more pleasant.

My college friend Jess has bragged about jb and me ever since I met her 10 years ago! I visited this store many years ago while in Holland over Thanksgiving break and was excited to have the opportunity to return again while in town for her wedding.
I’m surprised to see the mixed reviews because I was personally blown away! I have worked for many retailers (Gap, Banana Republic, Dillard’s, Macy’s, American Eagle, and rue21) both in stores and at their corporate offices, so analyzing a retailer is not a new concept for me. I think jb and me is spot on! Their product is incredible and priced at a great mid-​range. The prices are very accessible while the product is quality. The visual merchandising is unbelievably good, and the store does a great job of buying product that is very cohesive. Not anyone can combine so much product from so many different brands and have it read as one collection. Yes, Anthropologie does something very similar, but they have a lot of stores, not just two.
Initially, I walked into the store with my husband and said that I would «just be a minute.» However, that minute quickly passed, and I told him that it was going to be a lot longer! I tried on several items but finally settled on an adorable fall sweatshirt with plaid details, a long necklace, two pairs of statement earrings, and a sugar and creamer set on sale.
If jb and me ever wanted to expand locations, I think they definitely could. They could be the next Francesca’s! (PS. Could you open one in Pittsburgh first?)

This place is super cute. Great accessories and brands, nice workers. But it’s a tad pricey. I bought a little clutch, scarf, beaded necklace and a headband for a total of $ 92. I’d definitely stop by if I was in town again. They do a great job of curating a lot of brands and items into a definite style that’s trendy but classy.

A little bit on the pricey side, but I LOVE this place! The cutest outfits ever! Best staff, just love their clothes. Some designer stuff, but still mainstream. Just fabulous!

I don’t go here to shop for myself, but always stop by with my wife when we’re in town. A big favorite of her’s for years.
3 stars because the prices seem a little steep considering you can go to an Anthropologie in Breton Village about 30 min away with similar quality of products at more competitive price points.

Mehh! JB and NOT ME.
IMHO this place is not worth a visit. Sure they’re organized. Sure they’re a big store and sure they’re in a great location d/​t Holland and they have designer jeans BUT thats where the buck stops for me.
They have a sale rack. What sale? I shop a lot so I know a sale when I see one. I was like what a rip-​off!

I saw Lucky magazine’s recent blurb about jb and wanted to check it out during my trip. First things first, this place is HUGE. There is merchandise EVERYWHERE. There is a huge jean section, great shoes and handbags. My biggest quip was that the prices are pretty high for the brands they offer. Lots of mid-​range price brands like Kensie, To The Max, Tulle but priced at a higher level.
They did have a pretty good sale going on, but so much of it was from last winter… and a little too trendy for me.
The staff is nice, wasn’t too pushy but were always there when you needed a different size.

I don’t know why I haven’t been here earlier… that’s what you get for living in a small town and not interested in the shops they had here. Just went in there during the holidays and if I had the money, I would have spent a lot of time in here. It’s like an Anthropologie, but hipper? Is that possible? There was a really good sale when we were there, but already spending money on the holidays, I had to pass up a great deal on a pair of boots that I so wanted!
The store is in downtown Holland, which is already small, but the store is pretty big. There was a huge selection in designer jeans. And if you love accessories, they have a ton. It is such a neat store and especially for Holland, this is needed in such a small town. Everything in Holland is accommodated for the older generation, and this store is everything but. I would definitely come here again when I’m in town!

We happen to stumble down here after dinner, and couldn’t believe that stores — this one in particular was open until 9am on Saturday! Oh what luck! We were amazed to see such stylish clothes in our old conservative hometown. Beyond Michael Stars you can find Citizen jeans, True Religion jeans, Seven jeans, William Rast, and more. They have lots of things in the sales rack, but still it’s going to be kind of pricey since they are brand name items. You can find great deals here, and plenty of sales racks. I love that they have a nightwear section, and lots of accessories. I’d like to come back and spend more time here. The sales ladies were rushing us out a bit in the dressing rooms, otherwise I’d give the place 5 stars.