TJ Maxx

I needed some new Blazers & wanted to try this location out since I was in the area.
Before heading to the Women’s Department which is downstairs, I stopped by the Handbags 1^st. During my perusing of the purses, this Amazon of a woman who must have stood 6’8 easily was yelling, snapping, berating & any other form of badly behaving customer etiquette I can come up with at the cashier Davon.
She purchased a bottle of water with a $ 10 bill & told Davon she did not want any $ 1 bills back, WTH?! Davon kept his professionalism on point & tried to explain to her the basic mathematics of the change denomination he would have to give her. After a good 5 minutes, she still didn’t comprehend. Now her yelling & cursing was getting louder & started to disrupt my shopping experience. I’ve already been up since 5AM & was getting ready to touch her by design with a MK Handbag I was looking at.
Instead, I gave Davon a Thumbs Up & flashed him my smile, as he was exuding the proper demeanor any Corporation would be proud to see/​know of their Employees are providing while being mistreated.
She even had the audacity to look at me & roll her eyes, like I had a TJM Name Tag on… uh no ma’am. So in my MK form, I said «Listen Linda, would you like a $ 5 bill»? Of course she heard me, acted like she didn’t, so I opted to stand by incase Davon needed some back up. Even one of the store’s Co-​Manager came up with some change but left Davon in the wind, SMH.
Finally, Too Tall Joan asked for a refund, then said never mind & then finally left. TGIF for this TJM employee Davon, for doing an OUTSTANDING job of being a better person & an employee representing their Company. Not to mention his fashion skills were on 100, as he assisted me in acquiring the right garments & a Handbag for my WomanBaby.
If you don’t feel like dealing with traffic or the weather elements, hop on the train to Metro Center, go out the 12^th/​F exit & you’ll see the store across the street. It’s a very organized, clean looking, fresh smelling (trust that’s really a huge plus) store… & each employee I encountered was most helpful and kind.
Kudos to Davon.

I give FIVE stars to the employees at this TJ MAxx. They are EXCEPTIONAL in all ways!!!
Certainly wish it were a «higher end» TJ Maxx though. When I go to stores in other sections of the state and country I see what we’re missing in Williamsburg.

This is one of my favorite TJ Maxx locations in the DC area! It’s near Metro Center and it’s clean and organized, for a TJ Maxx. I rarely leave without purchasing something. They have a great selection of kitchen wares and bath/​body products, which is my main aim when I shop at TJ Maxx. I don’t really buy much clothing from TJ Maxx or Marshall’s anymore, so your mileage may vary if that’s your main reason for shopping there. I prefer to be left alone when perusing, but today I’ve had several associates approach me and ask if I need a cart or basket, so maybe they’ve added more coverage for the floor for the holiday season.

Had to do a bit of searching to find the entrance, but I found the staff to be pretty friendly. Went looking for items since the Rhode Island store didn’t have them. Very organized although some sections are lacking (ie women’s intimates).

As others have mentioned, the service here is non-​existent. Employees are so much more interested in talking with each other then helping customers in line, saying hello, etc.
The good selection of handbags does not make up for the attitude.

I’m pretty sure customer service is not a learned or taught skill in this location. This is my favorite store to shop at in general and TJX should be embarrassed to call this an upscale DC location. It is anything but. Keep your bar set low for this store. The staff is oblivious to you as a customer just as long as they get their paycheck each week.

Do not follow the directions via Unilocal.The entrance is on 12^th and Fth next to Metro Center exit.

Great selection, great prices. The line can be a little long though when shopping on s work break. Marshals down the block has a better shoe selection though.

As far as discount clothing stores go, this one has a nice selection of items at fair prices. The racks are totally disorganized, but you get what you pay for. I recently bought 13 items (some dressy and some casual) and spent around $ 200. There is a register on the upper level that is usually available if the lowel level has a long line. There is a nice selection of accessories and home goods in addition to clothing.
That said, the employees could use a lesson or two in customer service and friendliness. As I was shopping, two employees shoving clothes back onto the racks (in the wrong size section) were gossiping about another employee. Additionally, the woman in the dressing room needed some basic help in counting to 10 and facial recognition. There was one woman who kept walking in and out to exchange items, and the dressing room attendant was incredibly overwhelmed by this. When I counted out my 10 items to try on, she argued with me about giving her a number (when, in fact, she owed me a number). I had to very politely explain to her, «I just got here. I have not tried anything on yet, but I would like to try on these items as soon as you give me a number ‘10’ for the dressing room.» Every time I brought items back I hung them up where she asked me, I would count out items to her, and then she would get mad and recount them. After about 5 items, she would start counting all over again. If I was holding long dresses (to keep them from dragging on the ground, she would say, «What about THESE?!» with an angry look… until I dropped my arm to show her they were the same items I was already holding. Then, she would lose her place and start counting again. I’ll spare you the rest.

There is a nice selection of tops. The jewelry is over priced. The employees are nice.

This is only a review for a return. I tried to return a jacket to this location and the staff was extremely unhelpful and treated me as though I were in the wrong for not wanting their product. I truly feel that if you are in customer service it does not matter the situation you must conduct yourself as though you are actually okay with what ever may be happening. Regarding the situation of the return, I left one of the tags at home. Clearly everything else matched, yet the female manager felt it necessary to be rude; unnecessary.

I really loved the layout of this space. Located in the heart of downtown DC, this is an easy space to miss because majority of the store is actually located underground. That’s what makes this place that much more unique and special in my eyes. They have AMAZING deals on cosmetics on high end brands there, which for some reason I’d never bothered to look at before. Getting $ 2 MAX Studios mascara is completely within my budget! More MORE MOOOORE!!! Must have more!!! This could present a problem, or be the best solution for this lady. The staff here was very friendly and helpful in even giving me and my friend guidance on certain items they didn’t have at the store, talk about excellent costumer service. When I’m taking a break from work, or happen to be strolling around this section of DC I will for SURE make a stop by this location, it’s worth my time.

I have been to this TJ Maxx several dozen times. It’s right by where I work, and I like to treat myself to post-​work shopping binges every once in a while. But it never works out quite like that.
Let’s start with shoes, which is where it’s all at. This place NEVER has any shoes even worth looking at. They have geriatric gross leftover Nine West crap that nobody wants, and it has been on those shelves for at least four months. Nothing new.
Perfumes and Makeup: messy, open, spilled, or just plain ruined. They do have a good selection of hair things, though.
Dresses: Nothing. I found ONE cute dress there this one time, and I was like wtf, I love it, I’m getting it. It was full priced, but I decided it was so cute that I’d overlook the $ 75 non-​sale price. And then I take a closer look and it has a GIANT rip down the side. ummmmm???
The designer area is just total bullshit. It’s crap that nobody wants to buy, and they sell it for about $ 200 less than standard full price. Mostly multi-​color Tory Burch crap.
They do have some nice purses every once in a while; as everyone has mentioned, they have Philip Lim and Fendi, etc. But again, that’s a major expenditure.
Jewelry and Watches: this is a really good place to come for jewelry. They have a good selection and really great prices.
Overall, this place is clean and usually tidy, but the merchandise is just not worth it. I’ve been here several times and never bought anything. I did find a pair of GORGEOUS cavalli booties for almost $ 300. They were hidden in the wrong size section, at the bottom row. I saw them, fell in love, and purchased them. Since they were tied together, I didn’t try to walk in them at the store. Once I got home, it was completely IMPOSSIBLE to walk in them. My foot was almost perpendicular to the ground – and it was more painful and crampy than walking in Pigalles. So I returned them :(

Located in a dead cell-​zone dungeon, this TJ Maxx is no doubt so much bigger than it appears from above. I go here when I have some time to kill and am mentally ready for a dumpster diving experience. I went here last Sunday and witness two children attempting to joust each other with the shopping carts while their mom made bluffs that the police are on their way (the kids were not buying it btw). Yes, its that kind of place but in exchange for your sanity, are insane markdowns of random stuff you didn’t even know that you needed. On this trip, I stumbled across X Factor nail polish by Sephora for $ 5, Coach loafers for $ 70, Too Face fake bronzer for $ 8, Nike shorts for women for $ 15, and so much more. There’s alway a «runway» department which has high end brands of women’s clothes and accessories although it seemed very picked over.
Its a mixed bag but there are some real deals hidden in the piles of junk (especially in areas less frequented) and the screaming children. Its certainly not for everyone, but those who enter will likely be rewarded for their troubles. The inventory at this particular store seems more upscale than the Rhode Island location, although the Arlington location trumps this one in selection.

Who doesn’t love a great bargain?! T.J. Maxx is a great place to look for something new to add to your wardrobe, as long as you are willing to spend some time treasure-​hunting.
This location is clean and, despite being in a basement, feels nicer than many other stores (i.e., the one on Rhode Island Ave). It always seems to be understaffed, but then again, it isn’t typically crowded, so the check-​out wait has never been atrocious for me.
Like others have said, there are high end designer items here (Kate Spade, Ferragamo, Tory Burch, Fendi…) if you want to splurge (yeah, even discounted, I still consider it a major splurge). The pricing, I’ve noticed, doesn’t seem to be on par with other locations. I saw a pair of pink Kate Spade sandals in another TJ’s (in Connecticut), marked down from $ 150 to $ 50. Should coulda woulda bought them right then and there — this downtown DC TJ’s has had the EXACT same sandals for TWO summers in a row, and never marked them down lower than $ 150…which is a bit absurd considering they were on clearance a year ago elsewhere, and are clearly a past season item at this point.
Another thing — they change out seasonal items quickly, more so than other retail stores. Last June I came in looking for a bathing suit. June. I couldn’t find any, and when I inquired I was told that «bathing suit season is over» and they weren’t stocking them anymore. Again, I repeat, this was in JUNE, the beginning of bathing suit season! I guess moral is, if you need something seasonal, don’t expect it to be around for long.
There is a small but nice collection of baby and toddler clothes, as well.

A mess… looks like the store is busy during weekdays and weekend shoppers are looking at leftovers.
Selection wise… more of high end luxury brand names at discount price (compared to other TJMaxx branches). I saw Jimmy Choo wallets and Fendi’s in glass case.
Michael Kors pants and some luxury brands.
I got a jacket for $ 49.99 and after walking to MAcy’s saw exact jacket for $ 69.99 on sale… wow…
Yet i totally agree TJs have the best value and FASHION FORWARD selection anywhere.

I have a love and hate relationship with this TJ Maxx. You really have to dig for amazing deals. I used to love coming here, but I think this place is going down the hill. This is supposed to be a TJ Maxx with «Runway» –meaning that they are supposed to have some high end designer items on sale, however, there hasn’t been a great selection lately.
I scored a pair of Christian Dior shoes for $ 300. I haven’t seem many high end designer shoes since like November. The selection is pretty mediocre now.
However, this is still my place to come for hair products. I’ve gotten good deals on Joico K-​Repair Treatments. Also, Dumb Blond Reconstructor for $ 6 and same for Oscar Blandi hair products.
Oh yes, I got a Cartier Parfum for $ 50, when it actually retails for over $ 100.

I had a few hours to kill so I found myself investigating all the products in the entire store. A few gems: discounted Kate Spade wallet & Jade yoga mat. These two products rarely get discounted so I was really impressed that they had it in the store.
They also have a collection of «runway designers» but I didn’t think the prices were fair considering I could also get the same product off some discount fashion site online for similar if not lower costs. For XS/​XP selection – there wasn’t that much. I was in need of tights, and they just had one XL one in stock.
The store was pretty organized, but there was just not much there for me. I also noticed that the kitchen supplies are a few bucks higher (20−30% higher) than what they sell at the other similar discount store ross. I.e. can opener was 7.99 here when I found the exact one for only 5.49 at Ross. I guess TJMaxx markups are a bit higher.

While it’s odd to shop completely underground without windows or the light of day, this TJMaxx does have an extremely well lit store and a great lay-​out.
Located in downtown DC, it’s the 1,000^th TJMaxx store; it had a grand opening earlier in the year. Inside, it has great little pictures of DC scattered around. While it can get pretty crowded (especially during lunchbreaks), the staff does a great job moving the lines along for the dressing room and the cashier.
I’m happy with the location — it’s easy to get to, clean, and friendly.

I couldn’t stop thinking about my Vince sweater from last week so I came back and hoped it would still be here. It was! It took me some time to find it, but I tried it on and finally concluded it was too expensive to buy.
I did end up getting two pairs of Nike shorts, same style, different sizes, different colors. It’s annoying the black shorts cost $ 5 more than the navy blue ones, but at $ 12.99 and $ 7.99, respectively, I can live with it.
I also found 10 cute thank you cards and envelopes for $ 1.99.
I thought I scored with the Nike shorts, but the best find at TJ Maxx today was a pair of North Face Nuptse Bootie Fur Boots for $ 49.99, suggested retail $ 90.00.
Tip: if the lines are long downstairs, go upstairs and check out. I could have waited in a line with five customers ahead of me, but instead, I went straight upstairs and was the first person in line! I was out the door before anyone had even come upstairs.