The Little Station is one of my favorite gift shops in Connecticut. Whenever I visit Hammonasset…read moreduring the summer, I make a point to stop in at the Little Station afterwards, but it's definitely worth a trip into Madison unto itself! The shop wares are eclectic, whether you're looking for a beach tunic or bag, lotions and lip balms, loose leaf teas, jewelry, candles, perfumes and eau de toilettes... They've got it. There are always special little treats that you just won't see elsewhere, which makes this a great stop if you're looking for stocking stuffers or small gifts. On my most recent visit, they had wildflower confetti: biodegradable confetti containing wildflower seeds, so you can celebrate and garden at the same time! I got a packet of those for my nephew, so hopefully he can have fun planting his own little garden. Highly recommend the Little Station, whether you're just passing through the area or making a special trip of it!

A sure sign of summer is the annual opening of The Little Station at Beech Tree Cottages. It's a…read morecharmer of a shop, the sort of place you can pick up a beach hat or bottle of water on your way to Hammonnasset. But that's never all. Owner Amanda has sweet taste in everything from breezy scarves and sarongs, to Rifle Paper Company Cards (a personal favorite), and cheap and cheerful costume jewels. If you don't know about the Beech Tree Cottages, it's become a popular Shoreline spot for a rustic wedding or family gathering. Either throw your bash on the tented lawn out back, or rent the entire venue, including eight tidy cottages. Their famous CT Roadside BBQ Truck provides a full-on Southern feast, from brisket and pulled pork to corn bread. There are plenty of fancy venues on the Shoreline, but if you're looking for something a bit out-of-the-box, Beech Tree Cottages could be just the ticket.

There are some small boutiques and gift stores on the street, and this is one of them. You can park…read moreon the street in the front. Service was nice and friendly. They gift wrap for free. They have a lot of gifts and art made by local artists. They have sales, too.

Update:The store is now primarily a jewelry shop, with the same old tired tourist items. It will be…read moredifficult to go back and shop.

We were in Guilford this weekend and stopped by this store. Erica the owner greeted us kindly. The…read moreboutique has very cute items. Will definitely go back if we visit again

Best women's clothing store . Period. How she has a "real job" and picks out these fabulous things-…read moreshe's Superwoman! I've never left empty handed .

I used dress like a slob, much to the embarrassment of my wife, who wanted me to be at least…read morepresentable while I visited her family in Connecticut. Since I did not want to spend the next year sleeping on the couch, I took her hints to heart and visited Khaki & Black. The store has a very clean layout, which makes it easy to find what you are looking for. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and took the time to find clothes that not only were stylish and fit my frame, but ones that were comfortable and I liked to wear. They helped to make the clothes shopping experience comfortable from start to finish. Next time I am in Madison, I will be sure to stop by to pick up some new threads.

I have purchased some menswear here as gifts for my dad and boyfriend. The items are high end and…read moregreat quality, so of course, they're pricey. I love the menswear here especially. As a young woman, there are a lot of places to shop for clothes in the area. It is a lot more limited for men when looking for quality basics and casual wear. When I brought my boyfriend in there to shop, he was helped by the store owner. It almost felt like a personal styling session - my bf always has trouble finding jeans that will fit. He's tall and he works out a lot so his thighs are a little bigger than average. He was given many options and left satisfied with a great new pair of jeans and helpful tips from the owner!

I always stop in here when in Guilford. It's a cute spot for shopping or window shopping. Beautiful…read moreselection of clothing and stuff! A little pricey for me, but not for the area! Anyone working when I've been in has been wonderful.

I stopped in here on a day trip to Guilford and am so happy I did! They were having a trunk show…read moreand I bought about 5 pieces. When I got home I realized there were two more pieces I wanted. I called and Victoria was so helpful. She ordered for me and when they arrived, I was in town and picked them all up. One piece hadn't arrived but they called me and shipped as soon as it came in The clothing is gorgeous and the customer service is wonderful. Can't wait to go back there

The women who work at the store are wonderful and helpful. The inventory is amazing and the prices…read moreare right.

As others have said, they ARE truly, "the pickiest shop!!" I chose them because they're local to me…read more& run like a cute boutique. Unlike another non-profit shop I consign with, MR is merchandised & marketed on social media. For those reasons, I felt my items had a good chance of selling. Their biggest downside...I've been frustrated for too long bringing my things there, having good items denied. I've brought brand new or worn twice, stylish items that got denied. It's almost become a joke when I go in. They've tried to point out a "DOT", their favorite word. 'You see that little dot there" "Sorry it's really cute but due to the quality, we're going to have to pass"....you can NEVER see their infamous "dots!!" Once they discussed a tiny "area" on a print top I brought in, between them, back & forth for 15 min...it was clearly part of the print design, this tiny, faint, tan part of the floral design they "jussssst weren't sure wasn't a "spot"...it clearly wasn't! Denied! Meanwhile, I see worn, faded tops on their racks, not nearly in as good condition or stylish as my items. I've brought in name brands they always sell there, in perfect condition, albeit used, that they deny. Molly Rose...you DO know you ARE a USED clothing store, right? Twice I've seen tops I'd also owned at one time, that they charged more for than I bought it for brand new! I will say, my one better experience was with the owner herself, who was much more customer friendly and while selective, better at choosing items. For the heck of it, that day I had brought in a necklace that had previously been denied, for seemingly no good reason, as they had others like it...the owner liked it and took it immediately! Unfortunately, she's been there choosing items only once in my 3 years consigning. I've also bought items in the past there, so I've been a customer too....but I'm done wasting my time consigning with them.

Great gifts, especially for design oriented people. Lots of fun funky stuff you won't find anywhere…read moreelse. If you know someone who is a "design" person, this store is definitely a spot to bring them or to go to for great gifts. Prices are reasonable - not a cheap store, but lots of high quality stuff. bags, jewelry, tablewares, toys, puzzles, pantone chairs .. oh my.

It's a cool store with lots of crazy and unusual items. Their selection seems to change so if you…read moresee it and you like it I'd suggest buying it.

Cute shop in downtown Madison and a variety of nice items for gifts. She really has nice stuff and…read moreI've been going for years. But I should warn you it's always a little uncomfortable because the sales person hovers closely and explains each item as you move along the store. Like receiving a sales pitch I feel like I have to constantly tell her I need to think about it or she'll start piling these item behind the counter for checkout. I usually leave feeling pressured and a little ripped off.. thinking how did I just go in there.. barely get a chance to see everything and somehow leave with a few small items spending $60-$100?

The woman running the store actually let me purchase a $64.00 candle. I did not ask about the price…read moreand she offered to email or text my receipt without actually telling me the total of my purchase. Only after did I open the text message to discover what I had spent. I felt sick to my stomach. I know I should have asked about the price or returned after I realized my mistake. I'm not a rich tourist up from New York on vacation, I've lived in the town over for 25 years and sadly I knew better. Won't be coming back here and probably won't visit any other stores on the strip again.

This is a gift shop in Madison. It's beautiful, with so many unique things inside. They have toys,…read moretoo. You need time to look around. The service was helpful. They have free parking outside.

Came here and was overwhelmed by the fragrance. Cute items, but overpriced…read more The service was nice, very polite staff. The selection was also very diverse but overpriced I think. The smell also was that of perfume/candles and overwhelmingly stronggg