Be cautious about buying clothing gifts. I received a great sweatshirt for Christmas (not on…read moresale). Still tagged and everything, attempted to return it and the old woman at the counter thumped the sign at her register stating no returns or exchanges. It was a gift, so I had no idea and drove a bit to get there. I attempted to call first, and well...you should hear their outgoing message. Another testament to their lack of service. Kind of sad as I would like to support small businesses, but definitely not coming back to this place.

Fun shop Lots of cute things Coffee mugs coasters cookies…read more Jewelry glassware with silly quips

My husband found Seven Stories when visiting the area before we moved, and he told me all about the…read moreincredible owner, Halley, and her family. It was my first bookstore stop the week we moved. Since my first visit over a year ago, Seven Stories has quickly become a "third place" for me. I love how dedicated Seven Stories is to supporting local artists, BIPOC artists and writers, LGBTQIA+ stories, and the Shawnee community overall. Whether you are looking to browse or stay a while, it is always worth the visit. Check out their special events and book clubs, too! Seven Stories, and the community they have built, feels like home.

It's a bookshop & local gift stop rolled into one brick & mortar spot in Shawnee. Locally owned…read morewith a book inventory that rotates fairly frequently, and who doesn't love a good book? Plenty of children's titles, lots of current fiction, and a strong selection of biographies all round out the shop. You can also browse the games & puzzles selections, locally made postcards & prints, and other Kansas City-oriented items. I picked up a fun game of 'Haikubes', a series of cubes with differing words and themes with which to build Japanese poetry. What a find! Parking is easy and browsing is easy. Definitely a vibe of a 'book store' with the space & service. Check it out!

In honor of #ThankYouThursday where we pen a review for a local fav, The General Store in downtown…read moreOP was the first place my mind headed. This gem of a store has been so clutch over the years for picking up gifts. Some of the people in my life are, um, a little hard to shop for, but when I come in here, I always come away with something great. It's all so well-curated; some gifts are classy, some funny, and many are versatile. It beats the socks off of going into a big box store in a million ways. Being in a charming stretch of a walkable area adds to its appeal, and the staff is always friendly. They also have Pickwick candles which are some of the best in town. These soy candles will last multiple seasons and almost all of them smell amazing. Cheers to this shop, they're doing it right and have saved my bacon every December since they've opened.

This is SUCH a fun store!!! We were shopping along downtown Overland Park and stumbled into this…read morelocal gem. They have a gift for literally anyone that you can think of! I bought a hilarious (and slightly inappropriate) oven mit and cocktail napkins for my aunt as a hostess gift. They have loads of candles, home decor, games, toys, jewelry, men's stuff, bath and body products, etc. If you're looking to check some folks off of your holiday list, stop in to The General Store, you're sure to find what you need! something for everyone! And support local, am I right?

Super cute antique store. Staff was friendly, no hovering. Great value and selection. Would have…read morebeen nice to have a basket to carry around for items. Maybe there was one at the entrance that I missed? Some items well priced, some over priced so know what you're looking to pay. Overall a fun way to spend an hour or two!

This place was really cool to pick through! They have plenty of decor including huge wall pieces…read moreand mirrors for a fair price. They have a small selection of clothes and accessories as well, but I would say it's mostly home items. I found a very pretty gold ring for $24 that I will get plenty of wear out of. I recommend this place for vintage browsing!

I stopped by here after hearing about it from a friend while looking for shops similar to places…read morelike Miniso. The location is easy to find with convenient parking, and it is right next to Fluffy Fresh. When I arrived in the morning, I almost thought they were closed because the store looked pretty dark from outside, but the open sign was there and I was greeted politely when I went in. The shop has a lot of cute, curated items, with maybe a stronger focus on stationery and paper goods than the small figures or novelty items I was personally hoping for. There is also a little trinket exchange cabinet, which is a fun concept and worth checking out even if you are just browsing. Overall, the selection felt thoughtfully chosen, just more in line with stationery and gifts than I was looking for that day. One thing that stood out to me was the lighting. Even on a sunny day with large windows, the interior felt quite dim, especially when browsing smaller items. A bit more overhead lighting would make it easier to really see what they offer. That said, the atmosphere was calm and the staff was friendly without being overbearing, which I appreciated. I might not rush back, but I would definitely take another look if something caught my eye on their website first.

I love this shop so much. It's stocked with stationary, gifts, cards, and trinkets. Their team is…read morevery involved in the community and make shoppers feel welcome. I hope to continue to buy more than I anticipated each trip for years to come

Cute shop with a decent amount of offerings. The staff members are super kind and make you feel…read morewelcome. Most items are locked under glass so it's hard to see the merchandise and the prices are a bit higher than other locations close by.

We dropped into this store for a last minute Christmas gift a few weeks ago. It was an absolute…read moredelight! They had a great selection of unique products spanning from floor to ceiling. The staff was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. I will be back soon as I could, literally, spend hours browsing this cute shop!

Service is amazing. Everyone is so friendly. If they don't have what you need they will order and…read moreget it in fairly quickly. Don, Pat and Mindy are great people! Vicki Morse

Went to go exchange a gift, and they had asked when I received the gift (sorry for being honest!)…read moreit was over the 30 day window (not by much) but they said they could not exchange it out even though it hadn't been opened and still had the price tag on it. AND the exact same product they were still selling on their shelf. That's one way to lose a customer!

Super cute little gift and stationery shop. I stopped in while I was visiting family over the…read moresummer and was happy to see they have an online store now too. I tried to 'shop small' as much as possible this year and I found some really classy Christmas ornaments and other little gifts from their online shop.

From the owner: Discover beautiful things that make every day special. Enjoy…read morebrowsing our carefully selected gifts, decor, baby, and fine stationery items. Everything we offer we would love to give, receive or use in our home. Additionally, all our pantry items are sampled to ensure high quality and great taste!

I love second hand shopping. From Goodwill to Act II, I love it all. But Lulu's has gone to the…read moretop of my Saturday afternoon "thrifting" list. I found the two girls working there to be attentive, helpful and fun, which enhances the shopping experience. They pointed out a couple of things they thought I might like and joined with me in sniffing a bag to make sure it was leather. :) I wish I could post a photo of one of the bags I bought. It's orange with pink and bronze crossed guitar appliques on the front and a broad suede whip-stitched strap that looks like a guitar strap with studs and "LOVE" emblazoned on it. I LOVE it. $80, like new. Also picked up a Brahmin croc-embossed wallet that is like new at a third of the price you'd pay at Nordies. There was also some cool locally made jewelry that I hope is still there on my next trip I may try trading or consigning to fund my adventures there. If you like funky, sort of high-end "thrifting," you'll love Lulu's!

We were needing to wait on our dog at the Vet so we decided to cross the street and visit LuLu's…read moreBoutique. The minute we walked in I was in love with all the items for sale. From one of a kind items to the beautiful consigned clothes, purses and boots. Talked to the cashier (owner?). She was so friendly and easy to talk too. I told her I would send as many of my friends to check out the boutique as I could. I guarantee you will find something to purchase!! Prices were very reasonable. From high end items to cheap things! Highly recommend!!

Just opened 6 months ago and is a MUST for unique gifts for others or yourself. Another mission…read morekansas wonderful boutique!

Amelia's Bloomers is beautiful and engaging, the artful displays pull me into each fascinating…read morearea, whether the distinctive designer clothing, handsome home goods, or gorgeous jewelry. There is often a special sale on one category or another. The owner, Deb, is an artist, a delight to visit with and so helpful. Each visit is a new experience bcz Deb rearranges as she receives new merchandise. My sisters and I have each purchased clothes and jewelry, and have received glowing comments from friends about our purchases. Deb always ties a ribbon and often a flower to your bag. The shop is in Mission, part of a cute strip of stores on Johnson Drive. I wish the reviewer who intended to blast a store in Zona Rosa, but misidentified it as this one would correct her mistake.