Pavement

One of the most unique boutiques in Pittsburgh! There's always such a beautiful selection of quality clothing and handmade jewelry that you won't find in other shops. I love that some of their designers are local or independent!

I hate to leave a public review but i have no choice at this point. I tried reaching out and I never even got a response. I made a purchase there in November. The sales person made a mistake when ringing up an item (charged me double) which I did not notice it until I was handed the receipt AFTER she ran my credit card. No big deal, everyone makes mistakes When I pointed it out, everything went wrong. She was very rude about the situation and told me to “hold on while she figures it out” and rolled her eyes and put a talk to the hand gesture, which me and my shopping partner had no choice but to laugh at because it was so over the top. After waiting a few minutes, I told her to just take the shirt off of the ticket so we can both be on our way. She told me she can only do store credit “or she’ll get in trouble”. Ummm, the shirt was never in my possession (it was still in the bag at the register) and I will never step foot in there again after this experience , and….. it was her mistake! Finally she agreed to take the shirt off after “figuring it out” and I signed the credit card receipt with the total minus the shirt. Lo and behold, a week later, my credit card was charged for the original wrong amount. I sent a detailed email about what transpired with all of the receipt information about 10 days ago. I still have not heard back from the store and my credit card is still overcharged. If you want a headache and a rude transaction then go ahead and shop here. Alternatively, there were many lovely stores around that were a stress free and pleasant experiences (Moda was my favorite)

The price is right when you find that one piece that completes your closet I've been shopping there for 6 years now please bring the "BOBBI" brand back its my favorite!!! XOXO see you soon happy 10th!!!!

Great selection! Very well curated and I'm happy to support women-owned small businesses like this!

Great selection of clothing and accessories. A quaint store with amazing employees.

Love the merchandise here and the prices are really great!

Cute boutique with a nice selection and sometimes good sales!

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Seems like yesterday when this store opened. It's by far one of my favorite places to shop. If I want an outfit for a party or to treat myself this is my goto. So glad they've been in Lawrenceville ten years and counting now.

I loved this boutique so much, as I knew I would from all of the glowing reviews from other lady Yelpers. Fun and feminine, Pavement hit the spot for my shopping craving. I tried on a handful of items but probably could have tried on half the store if time had permitted. The shop's owner was so friendly and my friend and I chatted with her through our entire visit. Pavement introduced me to a line of sweaters by Wooden Ships and I might never be the same. I splurged on a gorgeous bell-sleeved crewneck that I've already worn a handful of times. It's amazingly soft and just the perfect fall/winter sweater. No regrets! I'll definitely swing by for another visit the next time I'm in town.

Cute clothes! Just a really fun and cute boutique to check out. The shop owner was there and she was sooooo nice! Will be back for sure.

With its high-quality and unique clothing and goods, Pavement is definitely one of my favorite boutiques in Lawrenceville! The shop is adorable; I appreciate the fact that they change the displays often. I feel like almost every time I walk past there's something new for me to look at! I always love the selection of Free People clothing as well as some local brands of both clothing and jewelry. You'll find some nice gifts here as well, such as candles and Pittsburgh-themed items. Another thing I love about Pavement is their sales, which occur frequently! Often times on the weekends they'll put a rack of sale clothing right outside the door so that you can browse as you're just passing by on the sidewalk. You can definitely get lucky with sales here and find a quality piece at an affordable price. Make it a point to stop at Pavement next time you're passing through Lawrenceville - you'll love it!

My absolute favorite boutique in Pittsburgh! With a cozy-chic atmosphere, they're always stocked with an ever-changing array of hip dresses, very nice Italian shoes, locally-made jewelry and accessories, coats, you-name-it. The style of Pavement clothing is a cross between trendy and bohemian. For example, the brands you will find a lot of here are Ella Moss, Free People, Prairie Underground, Curator, etc. Speaking of curation, they do an excellent job here. The selection is always changing, and always appealing. I live by here and cannot resist coming here quite frequently! At this point, nearly 50% of my wardrobe consist of clothing and shoes purchased at Pavement. There, now you know how weird I am! But honestly, it is simply a testament to how much I love their clothing selection. Also, the ladies who work here are always super nice and helpful. They are also very sweet and welcoming to my dog, who comes with me pretty often. I have never had a bad shopping experience here!

Pavement is a fun, well-merchandised boutique! I ran into the boutique a few minutes before closing one evening after dinner at Piccolo Forno. The shop has a great Urban/Anthro vibe while taking some brands that I've probably seen at Nordstrom/Bloomingdale's and marrying it with the shop's own unique Lawrenceville aesthetic. I love it! However, I must complain... I wish shop times were posted better! My friend and I tried to come to the boutique twice over Labor Day weekend, and the shop was closed (outside of regular hours) both times. I guarantee you that Pavement lost a couple hundred dollars in sales from the two of us. The only reason I gave the boutique a third try was because I was already in the neighborhood. So, please, next time, post more clear hours on your storefront and website over holiday weekends.

As I walked into Pavement...breathing in the well-made clothes and shoes, refined rustic country decor and quirky accessories, I quickly thought "wait, am I in New York?" I mean this in the best possible way. Pittsburgh is way cooler than people give it credit for (well, you all know that in Pittsburgh, I'm just agreeing with all of you!). Pavement is high quality, best of the best in boutique class. First off. THE SHOES. Holy heavens...quality rich leathers in all sorts of beautiful colors and shapes and sizes. This is where you come to buy shoes that you'll WEAR. A lot. Shoes that go with everything. Boots that make people turn their heads. And unfortunately for me, price tags that made my mouth drop a bit. Not that I find them to be overpriced, just out of MY personal price range for the day. C'est la vie, I'd know where to find them when the money hit and I needed t foot fancy fast. As Rachel mentions, it's a carefully culled lineup of clothing...and usually that means I find 1-2 things I "might" like. Well, I ended up trying on 7-8 things, and coming out with 3 "YES!" items. A black striped cotton half-dress with ruched sleeves ($36), a orange/cream print maxi dress that is perfectly flattering for an end of summer wedding ($68) and a bird dress that I talked myself out of, but someone please go scoop it up. SO cute. Their accessories range from cheap ($14 sunglasses, $16 fedoras with feathers) to pricier local designer pieces. If shopping for a gift, this is a surefire hit with the ladies. (hint, gents). Go! All in all, just exactly what you want out of a boutique. Friendly, comfortable, classy and a little bit quirky to keep things real. I'm a huge fan.

Oh Pavement. You broke me. For years I flirted with the very dangerous habit of shoes; always looking and never touching for fear I would cross the line of wearing shoes to being worn by shoes if I ever strayed from my Converse. You see how something wrecks havoc on your friends' lives (Discover card bills, overflowing shoe racks, three hour detours to the Coach outlet store) and you hope you're strong enough to avoid it, but ultimately, you're not. Pavement, with its dark walls, country-chic charm, garment racks of artsy frocks and lines of boots pumps and sandals delivers on all promises of helping you find express your stylish and quintessentially feminine side. Part of what flipped my brainswitch from, 'I want it' to 'I need it,' was seeing shoes that I haven't seen anywhere else; for me that makes Pavement a standout boutique. I went in there, fell in love with some grey motorcycle boots and three months later, when I was still thinking about them ("They're so...grey?!"), I finally went back and bought them. Having merchandise that haunts you is also the mark of a good boutique. And here's the thing, the stuff is expensive, but it's not second-mortgage-on-the-house expensive (I'm looking at you Louboutin). You're going to pay $150 - 250 for a pair of boots or pumps, but let's be honest: you're going to wear them forever and love them every time you do. The small selection of clothes and jewelry are cute, and you might want to throw a bangle or two in your bag, but in the end they're just not as spectacularly satisfying as the shoes.

I can tell a clothing boutique has a great selection when it's ultra tiny, yet I always manage to aquire a crap load of clothes to try on! This place has the cutest most unique selection of shoes but also surprisingly has some great up and coming indie designer clothing! I love a store that has a nice dress selection, and this place definitely does! They also have a great selection of coats. Since it's cold for about 10 months out of the year here, you must get a "hot" coat to wear! They've got quite the selection of coats and cold weather gear like gloves, hats and scarves. It also pleases me and my wallet to see a good size sale rack. I know I'm getting quality shoes and clothes here, but it is a little pricey at times. I know that's to be expected for a boutiqe and it doesn't bother me too much considering I still go there! I just carefully select from my pile of clothes and shoes! I also found some killer MIz Moose boots here! It was love at first sight as soon as I saw the line of bottons going up the side of them. They seemed as if they were straight out of a Jane Austen novel. Minus the 4 inch heels. Killer! Love them, plus I know they'll last! I also know it's a great place when I have to force myself to stay away when the wallet is feelin a little tight. Don't fear, I'll be back as soon as I get paid!

When I'm looking for boots (or shoes in general) they must satisfy three requirements: - be sexy (but not dangerous - not trying to need a walker to get around!) - comfortable (like can run 2 miles if chased by a vampire) - well made (don't wanna see strings, or chunks of fake leather) I went to Nordstrom yesterday and could not find a single pair! So sad, given that they had a boatload of boots on display. I walked by Pavement and there in the window was the perfect pair of Miz Mooz! For a second, they were not sure if they had my size (8.5? 9? isn't that kind of popular?) but then the gods smiled on me and they brought out a pair in black. I put them on and it was like we were old friends. So I wore them home and showed them off all day (I mean stretched them out so I'd have room for my skinny jeans!). I have to admit, I didn't really look at anything else. I had tunnel vision for the boots. Still, I know they had cute stuff, you can tell by how cool the shoes are! Definitely worth checking out!

If there is one store in all of Pittsburgh that best expresses my fashion point of view, it is without a doubt Pavement. Sophisticated, cool and funky all while being comfortable with a dash of something different, everything from the accessories to the dresses to the shoes fits my bill. It's a marvel I got out of there with only three pieces rather than the entire store. Nestled into a corner shop in a beautiful and funky neighborhood, Pavement appeals to a younger, more fashion forward crowd who's willing to spend a little more to look a little better. The shop keeper and owner is very sweet and incredibly helpful -- I fully appreciate that she doesn't hold back when it comes to offering styling advice or her opinion on the fit of a garment. She helped me sift through a massive pile of items I had accumulated during my visit, and together we figured out what I would wear and love for a very long time. She was right on the money -- every item I purchased has been worn, with love, multiple times and I am just as excited to wear them as I was that day in the boutique. They're great. If you're in Lawrenceville and in the mood to shop, definitely make a stop into Pavement a priority. It's unique, beautiful and fun -- and has something for just about everyone.

I'm compelled to write a review of pavement shoes because the other two reviews complain about the prices - I actually found pavement's prices to be very reasonable, considering what these shoes go for in other stores. They also have a selection of "cheaper" shoes that are just as funky. A nice selection of handmade and locally made jewelry too. Also - it must be said - when it comes to shoes, you get what you pay for. If you're only going to wear them for a season, payless shoes may be the place to go. But if you're looking for an investment pair of boots or heels that will last more than a few months, I'd say give pavement a chance. Also, I got a pair of cydwoq shoes from pavement for half price just before x-mas 2008 - so they do have sales. I'd always wanted a pair of cydwoqs, but they're certainly out of my price range - I was stoked to find them for so cheap!

Full disclosure I wrote a store profile on Pavement for the now defunct Union Hall Times last Spring 2014. Since then coming back as a customer I've experienced what I initially wrote about as "a creative and community-focused space". Pavement, from my couple of visits definitely has a laid back atmosphere with fun and functional inventory. This is also a great store to bring out-of-town visitors to just browse, chat, try things on, and find unique pieces for gifts and for yourself. My latest visit, back in May, I got a striped tunic that I intended to wear as a graphic, yet comfortable piece during my pregnancy recently featured in my blog: http://outfitsnotjustclothes.blogspot.com/2015/10/going-deep-in-beige-black.html I also picked up a few gifts for friends and the out-of-towner I brought along got a pendant necklace she loves and has told me since she received many compliments on. For my next visit I hope to find more quality, easy pieces to see me through postpartum with a bit more style then just oversized tees and leggings.

I happened to stop in on my walk home but they were closing soon so I didn't want to linger too long. From what I saw, they have a really beautiful selection of clothing (and accessories and shoes) with a gorgeous colour palette. The prices appear to range/vary from first glance. I didn't have enough time to fully explore but will be back! The employee working was also super friendly.

I like Pavement.... great shoes (a tad overpriced - if you find something you like, make sure you cannot google it elsewhere at a better price as I once saved myself $55 doing this), cute clothing, parking is usually not an issue, and the ladies that have been there when I have been in have been nice and helpful... who can complain? Like Jupe, they do not get mass quantities of each item which is great. Who wants to look like everyone else when they go out? They also have a nice range in pricing... from super cost effective to not so bad that it breaks the bank. If you are looking for cute unique clothing and shoes... check out Pavement!

I cried upon leaving this store. Why do you ask? Because I couldn't afford the Campers pumps, the quirky open-toed flats - beige with UFO burgeondy disks, or the sexy but walkable soft-leather turquoise heels. Oh, and let's not forget to mention the exitable jewelry and accessories (no really, they make you feel all happy and exited). So, I can't afford this stuff - not because it's over-priced, but due to foolish career moves. Pavement makes me wish that I had more money. That I became a selfish, stingy capitalist so I can lavish my fortune on these wonderful items. Of course, shortly after these purchases, I'd realize my wicked ways and become a community activist. All the while, I'd be defending civic rights in my cute little shoes. Pavement Shoes - I love you.

I had an AWESOME experience with Pavement! Loved the store - It has such a great vibe, and very unique items. Perhaps more importantly, when I had an issue with an item I bought there, Alissa was INCREDIBLY responsive (always within a day) and super willing to help. Great customer service - the team obviously really cares that their customers have a good experience with their products. Thanks so much, Alissa!

I went into Pavement for a little retail therapy last week, and I was very impressed with the selection. This small boutique boasts a great variety of clothes, jewelry, shoes, bags, and accessories. The jewelry selection was very unique... so much so that my boyfriend was intrigued ("Hey! Whoa! Look at this bracelet with the thing and the other little thingy..."). There were some interesting graphic tees, skirts, and dresses. I liked a few things, but I decided on a great pair of high waisted shorts for $46. I tried on similar shorts at Nordstrom and Free People for $80+. I'll definitely be coming back to Pavement...likely to find dresses to wear for the countless weddings I'll be attending this fall.

Trendy boutique with a great selection of casual and fun clothes. The store clerk was very helpful and super friendly. You will definitely find something to buy. A lot of the jewelry is handmade and unique.

Pavement is amazing! I wanted to try on everything in this little boutique, especially the shoes, and ultimately I had a hard time deciding what to buy. The carefully selected inventory appealed to my indie sensibilities without being overly precious or trendy. There's also a nice assortment of locally made jewelry. Love it.

I always fall in love with at least one thing each time I visit this store. The one time I went and vowed to not purchase anything, I left with a giant candle that smelled like heaven. (Tip: the candles they carry are amazing. I hate scented candles, but oh my goodness, they are amazing.) The owner (and staff) are always so sweet and friendly, making small talk but never "bugging" you so that you can focus on shopping, rather than conversing. I love the fact that I can shop in here without feeling like I'm being watched by the staff. It's set up in such a way that even if the person behind the counter was simply standing there, it wouldn't feel like it. There are other boutiques on the same strip that I avoid solely because I ALWAYS feel like I'm being watched or hounded when I shop in them. Pavement has an amazing selection of beautiful clothing, jewelry and shoes. And, as a visual person, I must say that I'm always impressed with the presentation and visual merchandising of this shop. It's no wonder it's such a popular place! I'm absolutely in love with this store.

Really cute store, although I would say that it's not totally my type of style, I can still appreciate it's uniqueness. There were some really cute accessories and I loved alot of their shoes. The shoes were a bit out of my price range at $200+ but I still participated in longing looks and sighs of desire on these really amazing boots they had. I think it all depends on what you like, but it's really not me. There are other boutiques I'd go to before this one.

I was visiting a friend in Pittsburgh this past weekend and Pavement was one of the highlights of my trip. The store itself is incredibly bright, clean, and cheery. They showcase a beautiful variety of clothing - I fell in love with so many items but ended up walking away with a gorgeous maxi dress that makes me desperate to be someone's spring wedding plus-one. Visiting from NYC I found the prices to be shockingly affordable for such high quality and unique clothing. The salespeople were so helpful and not overbearing and made me even happier to be shopping at a locally owned business. I'm dying to visit my friend in Pittsburgh again so I can shop Pavement's fall inventory.

Dear loving LORD I enjoy this place more than I should, because my wallet just can't and shouldn't... But I always end up finding great items. Pricey, but not for the boutique style. The women who work it are always quite lovely. The shoes are gorge. Try googling if you find something you love; you may find it cheaper. I love supporting this boutique, though, so I will always return.

I can't believe I just stumbled upon this cute little boutique just this past weekend! Where in the world have I been?! Lol. Anyway, I loved my experience here at Pavement. The associates here are very friendly and they aren't pushy when it comes to selling. They are knowledgeable and helpful, and they were able to answer all the questions that I had. Everything here is so cute and in style, I literally wanted to hoard everything! Their selection of shoes is amazing! I ended up spending much more than I wanted to when I was here but it's okay, I was definitely more than pleased with my purchases. I was also quite surprised with their prices. They are reasonable despite the quality and look of all the pieces that they carried. Pavement is an amazing boutique that I think every fashionista in the area should check out! I will definitely be back.

Great local boutique owned by some fabulous Pittsburgh women. Clothing from great brands like Splendid, Ella Moss, Free People and more. It's definitely not cheap but if you catch them during a sale you won't be disappointed.

this was my first pavement experience, and i was pretty impressed. prices are totally reasonable and there are tons of cute items. however, there were definitely some total duds in terms of wearability and price. $40 for a t shirt? no thanks. but that was an anomaly for sure. additionally, service is kind of laissez faire. i walked out with a pile of clothes, but my pittsburgher friend said that she never buys things there because she always feels ignored by the sales staff. i can see that; it was definitely not the friendliest or most helpful service.

I haven't lived in the 'burgh for over 20 years, have been to boutiques in a lot of places and Pavement is, by far, my favorite clothing store. Pavement has one of the best varieties of shoes and clothing I've ever seen. Yes, some of the shoes and clothes are pricey; this is not exclusively the case. This is because the shoes, the cute skirts and the dresses are well-made. The clothing selection is eclectic and specializes in emerging designers and eco-friendly, sustainably made products. As a life-long shoe/boot fetishist (in the best sense!), I can testify that you get what you pay for. Every time I wear a piece purchased from here; it becomes a conversation. I noticed that some folks have commented about customer service. This may have been a problem in the past, but I haven't had this experience. Alissa (the owner) and Erin are wonderful; they know their merch and are honest. I'm living in Boston this year, have called the shop about items featured on the Facebook page and have always been led in the right direction. While you might not be able to walk out in your bags brimming with merchandise, I guarantee you that you'll be complimented for your style sense if you buy something from Pavement. Isn't that worth a visit?

I don't have a very big shoe budget, but if I did, I am sure a good chunk of it would go to this store. Great owners, impeccable design, quality shoes, and a great variety. Want to stand out from the crowd? Pavement can help!

Went to Pavement last week looking for a dress for a wedding. The owner was very helpful. After trying on about every dress in the store (because there were so many awesome options) I decided on one. The dress was about $50 and looked fantastic! I was impressed with the high level of customer service and the fantastic selection. I will certainly return.

Definitely the best boutique in Pittsburgh! Really unique and a beautiful dress selection. A bit pricey, but the quality of clothing is totally worth every penny!

Introduced to so many new designers and brand and I still have the pair of J41's I bought almost five years ago as if they are still new. Love it.

One of the few locally-owned boutiques in Pittsburgh proper for new women's clothes, period. It's just a bonus that the selection is a well-curated mix of independent designers. The shoe collection is full of well-made leather gems--and the shoes will all run you a couple hundred dollars. The clothing and jewelry are mostly under $100. The items are lean towards trendy--think Francesca's, but much better-made and a bit more expensive.

Great selection of independent designer wear but really expensive. I wish they'd have a few more things that are a bit more casual & affordable. Shoes are great & so are cute clothes. Glad its in town, just wish I could afford to go there more than once or twice a year!

Pavement is perfect for a sophisticated, cool, comfortable, and stylish girl. There is a great mix between local and well-known designers. It doesn't feel overwhelming, like some Pittsburgh boutiques, instead it has a great aesthetic that makes it easy to find clothes for any occasion.

ladies: if you want to look good (and feel good while shopping to look good), this is the place to be! pittsburgh's greatest selection of stylish shoes - for all tastes, and at all price points. PLUS, racks and racks of independently designed clothes that fit a variety of fashion sensibilities and body types. the store is charming. the owner is engaging. the selection will keep you coming back for more.

Boho-chic, fun, classic, funky, and reasonable sums up Pavement. The owner gets it. She carries affordable to moderately priced apparel, accessories, and shoes. From work to play, there's something in Pavement for today's modern woman. The customer service is impeccable and friendly. A great place to shop solo or with friends! It is a fashion-forward, independent boutique beautifully designed and located in a walkable, hip neighborhood.