DANO

"I was truly so touched by the experience I had here yesterday. I feel so bad because I can't remember the employee's name who I spoke with...something with an S like Sahela (they had long curly brown hair)...but they were so warm and inviting from the second I stepped into the shop. I have been a huge fan of this place for awhile, partly because of the staff and partly because of the beautifully curated products, but this employee just truly made my day. I was looking to get my friend a gift for her birthday and the employee guided me through different products she loved and had heard her customers loved. She was thoughtful and thorough and clearly knew the products well. But what touched me the most was that we spoke for so long about being a human post-pandemic ~ the tough stuff and the silver linings. It felt like our interaction went beyond just niceties or small talk ~ I felt really changed after leaving. The sweetest thing was that I left that store with a birthday gift for my friend but it was imbued with the warmth and connection that I experienced from interacting with that employee :') Big fan of this place. Continues to be one of my favorite stops in SE and will surely return!"

"This is by far my most favorite store in Portland. From the moment you walk in, you feel relaxed and energized all in one. They carry wonderful skin and beauty products, that are hard to find in person and everyone that works there is super helpful! I have also found that it is the perfect spot to find a gift for somebody!"

"I’ve been shopping here for years and I love their selection of soaps, candles, jewelry, vintage clothing and cosmetics. The owner has been so kind as to help me with my face-care routine and I’m now obsessed with the Living Libations products. Anytime I need gifts or just a pick-me-up, I stop in to Dano. They are a local shop that truly cultivates care, love and responsibility in the products they sell and the communities they support. Check out their awesome online shop too!"

"I love this shop. Always feels so welcoming when I come by. Great place for gifting to people that enjoy quality beautiful things with attention to detail. I purchase some hand poured twisted candles and a handmade candle holder for my sister and she loved them both. Hoping to visit again soon and treat myself to some natural makeup or maybe perfume, either way I can’t wait!"

"I really love this shop. Highly curated for the ‘creme de la creme’ in home goods and beauty products. I bought a Na Nin brand candle as a gift with such a unique and special scent that I had to come back and buy one for myself. I then bought a roll on perfume from the same company that draws so many compliments. The owner is lovely and we always have a great chat. It feels like she has created a sanctuary in a chaotic world."