Charles & Minerva

What a great place to shop. The fashions are amazing. It is an hours ride from Richmond but well worth it. The owner and staff are very welcoming, always smiling and allow you to shop without pressure. If you want an outfit that no one else has this is the store for you!

Karen provides personal service, great selection, and friendly service. There are a lot of choices to shop in downtown Libertyville-​I will be coming back. I was shopping on First Friday purchased a skirt and top and some jewelry.

I HATE shopping, but when I go to Charles and Minerva in Libertyville, I always find things that I Love and have fun shopping for it. Karen is helpful and honest when I try on clothes — «looks good,» «not so good” – if you shop at a department store, they will sell you anything! This store has trendy and unique clothes for the 30-​somethings, but also great for a 60+ woman who is pretty conservative. Karen helps me find things that look good on me and are in fashion! I always feel welcomed when I walk in and leave with a smile on my face having spent the afternoon with caring and knowledgeable women. I would recommend this store to anyone who wants to look good!
judi g

This lovely boutique located in downtown Libertyville never fails to please! Karen (the owner) and her staff, always with a smile on their faces are most helpful and honest and offer lots of style suggestions. Karen’s memory is incredible – she remembers you, what you have purchased in the past, your family, etc. You are made to feel like family in Charles & Minerva.
The shop boasts several sharp designers in different price ranges. From camisoles to shorts to dresses and jackets, you are sure to find numerous items to your liking here. And, the selections don’t stop there — Karen carries a variety of well priced accessories including earrings, bracelets and necklaces, scarves and pins.
If you find yourself in Libertyville, make time to stop by Charles & Minerva. You will be glad you did!

I was really turned off by this shop. I went there hoping to find a modest birthday gift in a hurry. When I told them what I wanted to spend, the clerks in the store (all gathered in one place), made faces and scoffed.
Not everyone wants to spend $ 200 for a birthday gift. I walked out feeling like I had been belittled. Yes, they have lovely things, but the attitude was baffling. Reminded me of the scene in «Pretty Woman.»

LOVE this small town boutique. They sell some unique brands, both trendy fashions and wardrobe staples. Not quite as expensive as it first seems, since the clothes I bought 5 years ago still look great. The owner and her staff are fabulous. Karen remembers every piece I’ve ever bought from her and personally works with me to add new items that match ones I’ve bought before. I’ve gotten some outfits for work that don’t wear out, are timeless, and — since I travel a lot this is important — can be rolled up in a suitcase and shaken out without wrinkles when I arrive at my destination. That, and some fun dress and play clothes. Try this shop out, you won’t find service or styles like this at the mall!