So glad I stopped by this cute accessories shop today! The ladies here are really friendly and…read moreit's hard to stay within budget with so many cute items. Came by for Halloween earrings and it was difficult to stay focused lol So many necklaces, earrings, headbands, shoes, boots, purses and all reasonably priced. Thankfully I stayed on mission and found 2 pair of earrings that will be worn this spooky season

On Magazine Street in New Orleans I came across a tiny boutique where everything is Mardi Gras…read morethemed. Mardi Gras is in March, but the preparations have already started. At Trendz everything purple, green and gold is shimmery, sparkly and glittering! You can stand out from the crowd with can't be missed headgear, earrings, rings and beaded things. If your favorite color is purple, you're in luck, your new favorite party outfit is at Trendz. I'm curious to know how this store looks the rest of the year! Since these items are trendy, don't expect the quality to be so sparkly!

If you are in the French Quarter and find yourself needing some taco socks, this is your place. It…read morehelps if you've had a few NOLA blondes and a hurricane or two, but either way those taco socks need to be had. Great sales guy who was also super cute (only those dudes know how to rock a man bun) and also these people can tell you exactly where to go and where NOT to go. I'm currently rocking those socks. No lie.

love this store! tons of fun & funky accessories that are unique! I nearly bought myself a milk…read morecarton purse, man it was too cute! they have the best selection of socks I have seen in the area! THEY HAVE AMERICAN HORROR STORY SOCKS! Where else can you find those?! Andrea, the employee that helped us, rocked. super nice, helpful, and friendly. I will def be back to pick up those items I passed up. totally regretting that now.

This place as an amazing hodgepodge of club wear for your "dancing"/Mardi Gras needs. An impressive…read morewall of pantyhose is what keeps me coming back. My only complaint is the sizing. Wish they had more queen sized hosiery and more of the festive outfits in size XL.

This is the place to go if you need an 'outfit' for a raunchy evening in nola, we dropped in to…read moregrab a red dress for the red dress run. They stock generous sizes that a dude can fit into. Plus all your regular drag attire, goth', s&m - if that is your thing. Friendly staff, close to bourbon st.

If I could leave 0 stars I would. This place is awful, from the owners to the snobby sales clerks…read more First off, their clothing is all made in China. They will all fall apart after 1 wash! The costume jewelry is equally cheap! The only thing that is quality made is a few of the upscale jewelry lines they carry, but those are overpriced and not very innovative. The sales staff socks. I overhead them talking about other customers the second they walked out the store...

My husband and I came here stopped in here last week when we were in town to celebrate the New…read moreYear, and we happened to be in the Jackson Square area exploring and I have been collecting Pandora charms for awhile. When I worked at a Pandora store in Chicago several years ago, I was made aware that every city has their exclusive charms, and I knew I needed a New Orleans one. The sales associate with red hair (she never gave me her name) who helped us was really sweet, it didn't take long for her to notice that I needed some help, and she even left the charms out for me to look/touch while she went to grab her glasses. I can appreciate her for trusting that I wouldn't walk right out the store with the product, and the one charm that caught my eye was the Cathedral with a blue backdrop. She was sweet to explain to us that the cathedral is right around the corner just walking distance from the shop, and we actually saw it right by Jackson Square on our way to Bungalows. I love how this is a boutique but they also carry so many different brands of jewelry (Alex & Ani, Brighton, etc), and they had a designated Pandora section that's visible right when you enter. I'd recommend Bungalows to anyone in the area looking for some Pandora charms or a boutique.

How do I begin to sing praises in order to convey the fantasticness/fabulousness/ all the other…read moreRachel Zoe jargon conveying amazingness that is Swap? I will take a gander. Ultimately, Swap has singlehandedly eliminated my need to ever go to Lakeside Mall or Canal place, and has given me the wonderful ability of clicking delete when I get a sale notice from Banana or J. Crew because I know I can get the item at Swap in the same condition for less money. First, the owner, Michelle, is fabulous. It is like she has read every how to make your employees and people around you respect and love you book on the market. Or maybe it's innate for her. I don't know. Michelle is a genuinely kind person, who signs every single one of her business' emails with every single store associates name. In a world of faceless corporations, that means a considerable amount. Swap discounts items on a schedule. I know they do at 30 and 60 days, so you can take a gamble and watch an item if you are in love. Swap has only been open for a little over two years, and nearly half of my wardrobe went to be consigned there and the other half has been rejuvenated by it. My finds include Theory shirt dresses for 15 dollars, silk Club Monaco skirts for under 30, Coach wallets and wristlets, Tory Burch clutches for under 100, a Guess red peacoat that was Blair Waldorf worthy for under 70, banana republic silk tops, etc. How did this happen you say? Michelle opened her store in a section of town that has wealthier liberal arts schools literally 2,500 feet away (tulane and loyola) and is wedged in a wealthier part of new orleans. So, an influx of a revolving market with a disposable income. Brilliant! She works her butt off to get the word out about her store to New Orleans' ladies who lunch who then bring their garmets here. (Thankfully) There is no hipster ridiculous pretentiousness here (Im lookin' at you Buffalo Exchange) and they are always kind when you consign your items. I have never been treated anything but wonderfully by Michelle and her crew. If you are in the area, make a point to stop here. Honestly, I would work here for free if it were legal, but well, we both know there are labor laws. note: sign up for store emails because Swap loves coupons as much as you budget fashionistas do, and they also have an ebay edition of their store.

I absolutely love this boutique. Both in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. The selection of clothing,…read moreshoes and accessories is exceptional. The staff has always gone above and beyond to help.

Anytime we visit NOLA and the French Quarter in particular, we always stop at Fleurty Girl on…read moreChartres -- a vibrant, women-owned boutique celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. The shop specializes in a wide array of women-themed merchandise, offering everything from stylish t-shirts to quirky lifestyle swag. Specifically, they a large selection of women-themed t-shirts featuring local flair and empowering designs. Additionally, they have available collectible items including custom towels, enamel pins, candles, magnets, amongst others. In the back, tucked away, there is a dedicated Taylor Swift-themed shelf packed with merchandise for fans. It's a fun store to check out while perusing the French Quarter.

We explored the French Quarter several times and decided to pop in since it looked popular. They…read morehave plenty of fun gift items and unique offerings that play to their brand of being a little silly and definitely New Orleans. We ended up buying a little voodoo doll magnet because it was weird and made us laugh. They also have a location at the airport and perhaps more, we're not sure. Anyway, worth a stop to see clothing and gift items that we didn't see anywhere else.

I had the best time trying on clothes and Stephanie was such a great help giving some wonderful…read moresuggestions. The shop has a wide selection of fun vibrant clothes with a few designers sprinkled in. The quality of the clothes are well worth the cost.

Didn't mind that the pricing is aggressive $$$$ did mind that the staff is aggressive...and rude.read more

This is the cutest shop on Magazine Street! So many great gifts that represent New Orleans…read more I wasn't really in the market for anything, just browsing, but then I found a lovely Magnolia patterned dog collar - perfect for my beagador named MAGNOLIA! Then I found out from the shop attendant that the state flower of Louisiana is the Magnolia! What??? My boyfriend's mom was born & raised in NOLA and loved our dog. She has been gone for a year and half, so finding this out strangely makes me feel connected to her and that she is still around. :*) Anyway, the sweet shop guy asked me to tell him the story of how my dog and I found each other. I recounted the tale of how I found her at PAWS Chicago, where she came from originally (Oklahoma), that she had a brother named "Steel", how she saved me from a life of stress, and then our connection to NOLA. I always appreciate when someone can create a warm and fuzzy moment. So thank you, Shop Guy! The collar is high quality all around - material and construction. I have purchased MANY custom collars for my baby girl and this has been the best so far. It's worth the money because I know it will last for a long time. I will be checking out their website for Christmas gift ideas since we won't be back until next year!

Adorbs! What a bright, delightful little shop at the Irish Channel end of Magazine. If you are a…read moreproud native of the Gulf Coast, or just an enthusiastic visitor/transplant (or gift giver to someone who is), you will find something to love at NOLA Couture. Think of all the symbols of New Orleans and bayou culture and cuisine. Now imagine those artfully integrated into a subtle, tasteful geometric pattern that appears on high quality accessories for ladies, men, kids, and furry friends who want to keep a little NOLA with them always. NOLA Couture has developed custom fabrics and ribbons that show off your Gulf Coast pride in a classic preppy style that you can wear to office or church without coming off too wacky. Think ties, belts, key fobs, bags, scarves, pet collars & leashes, insulated tumblers, glassware, candles, and so on. The ties and scarves are 100% silk & wool. Patterns include: --red beans & rice --snoballs --poboys & hot sauce --gumbo --seafood --shrimp cocktail --beignets & cafe au lait --gators --redfish --Mardi Gras kings --Saints --Louisiana --sea turtles --pirates --2nd line --boats --mosquitos --fleur de lis --fleur de sea (with a fish, shrimp, oyster, and crawfish) --street cars --hurricanes --daiquiris --seahorses --oysters & pearls --pelicans --mallards --seersucker I could not resist coming home with a red beans & rice belt for myself, plus a few ties for the Cajun/Creole men in the family. I'll probably be heading back to the online store for more gifts for upcoming birthdays. Fans of LSU, Bama, Tulane, SMU (oddly), Florida and other southern colleges can find some neat things here, too. NOLA Couture even can do custom designs for you (your school, business logo, etc.), and shipping is free for orders over $65. Prices are not cheap (ranging from $10 for a laser etched glass to $95 for a loomed scarf), but the quality of the all the goods appears solid. If you are looking for $10 T-shirts about drinking on Bourbon, this isn't your shop, but then you knew that!