LOVE LOVE LOVE! My Favorite French Antique shop in the French Quarter. I always have to stop in…read morehere every time I visit NOLA. And for Good reason, they always have fab inventory. This last visit, it just happened to be my Birthday & soon as we walked in, Hubby zeroed in on a sparkly blue & green (my favorite colors) tiny French clutch in the shape of a FISH! Now my hubby knows I LOVE everything Aquatic !!! He went straight to the little fish in the glass case, the sales lady from the shop was in hot pursuit, didn't waste any time getting it out for him! :)) The saleslady was very sweet & told us she just got them in. There were some very pretty ones. A silver bunny, a red/black lady bug etc., my zodiac sign is Pisces so it was undeniably a perfect match for moi :)) Elegant, French cocktail clutch, hand made. Exquisite!!! Like everything in this store!!! Beautiful chandeliers, 18th century wardrobes, beautiful French China etc., A antique lovers dream shop. Hubby knows what I like! Score indeed! Him of course & the little fishy :)) I didn't catch the sales lady's name but I want to say thank you for all the information on the wardrobe I am interested in... BTW, You can purchase anything in this store & have it shipped Crate worldwide. "Thank you again for your wonderful "assist" in my lovely Birthday Gift. I absolutely adore it. It's so perfect, completely fabulous." I know I will keep it & enjoy it for many years to come as it is heirloom quality. See you again soon. XOXO Highly recommend.

Wow. This place is amazing. I only wish I had the money to spend here. When I went in, it was…read moreonly for a few minutes as the items were a tad out of my price range and the owner of the store knew that I was barking up the wrong tree. I envy anyone who can get anything from here, because if I had the wherewithal I would decorate my home with the gorgeous items that are in this store. As soon as you walk in, you are greeted with an array of huge, gorgeous twinkling chandeliers that look like they belong in the foyer of someone's dream mansion on St. Charles Avenue. They also have antique furniture and other home goods. My favorite was probably a huge clock with a gold leaf base that very proudly displayed it's retail price of $60,000. Like I said...a girl can dream.

This place has so many neat small treasures! Wow! I was able to pick up a small sterling silver owl…read morethat is absolutely beautiful. The prices are decent and certainly not cheap but they are not ridiculously expensive either. I also scored a brass bat. There are a ton of things to look at. The customer service was indifferent but certainly not rude or anything negative. I would certainly come back.

I saw their cute little minis in a display shelf with their address inside the Hotel Monteleon and…read moremade my husband walk down here to look inside. I LOVED all the little minis - it was small, crowded, but well-stocked and the lady working inside was super friendly and welcoming and helpful. Be warned - they're expensive! $225 for the small cafe au lait and beignet mini. Woo.... something to think about for sure. But very adorable. Sandwiched between dozens of antique stores, art stores, and cute cafes on Royal street... loved it!

This small jewelry store is truly a hidden gem in New Orleans…read more The selection is great and thoughtfully curated, with pieces that feel both unique and high quality. What really sets it apart, though, is the customer service, friendly, patient, and genuinely helpful without ever feeling pushy. You can tell they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. A great place to shop if you're looking for something special and a pleasant, personal experience. I was just window shopping, ended up spending a few hundred. It was worth every penny.

Excellent customer service and value! They know their inventory well, the information helped with…read moremy comparison shopping and selection. Thanks very much Ester.

My wife and I are practitioners of the arts, and while wandering through the French Quarter we…read morestumbled upon Dark Matter Oddities - Oddities and Artisan Collective. What an incredible find. Whether you're a practitioner, a collector, naturally curious, or simply someone who enjoys the unusual and macabre, this shop has something for everyone. The diversity of items available is impressive. From cards and books to ethically sourced bones, handcrafted artwork, curiosities, and so much more, it's impossible to list everything they offer. Every corner of the shop holds something fascinating. While photos and videos aren't permitted inside, I can say that the space itself is thoughtfully curated and filled with amazing handcrafted pieces created by talented artists and makers. I was fortunate enough to speak with one of the owners, who graciously allowed me to take a single overall photo. I didn't want to spotlight just one artist and risk overlooking the incredible work of others who have poured their hearts and souls into their creations. When we visited, Shelby and Port were working, and they truly made the experience memorable. I was having a rough day after getting overheated, but Shelby patiently answered every question I had with both knowledge and kindness. They even took the time to explain concepts in ways that newcomers and non-practitioners could easily understand. Port was equally wonderful. We spent time swapping stories about oddities we'd encountered and discussing items on our wish lists. They were incredibly knowledgeable, even educating us on regulations regarding which oddities can and cannot legally be shipped in and out of Louisiana. What impressed me most was how welcoming the atmosphere was. I walked in as a customer and left feeling like I had made new friends. I'm currently waiting on my purchases to arrive and honestly feel like a kid waiting for Christmas. If you're skeptical, curious, morbidly inclined, a collector, a practitioner, or simply looking for an unforgettable experience in the Quarter, do yourself a favor and stop by Dark Matter Oddities. Come for the curiosities, stay for the conversations, and be prepared to leave with a story or two of your own.

Let's hear it for women-owned in NOLA! Dark Matter is the shop that I recommend to all my friends…read morethat are visiting NOLA. Literally all (unless they are boring). I jest. None of my friends are boring and they all love this shop because it has something for just about anyone that loves art and unique items that you will not find in your typical souvenir shop. All of it comes from actual makers, not a factory (like your typical tourist trap on Decatur). I also shop here for gifts. For myself... and those I love. For Christmas, my husband bought me two tiny paintings, one of my favorite bird, a raven and one of a skull holding up a glass of wine. I cherish them! I have a thing for tiny framed items and these came in elaborate mini frames that look so gorgeous on my mantle. There is a lot packed into this beautifully arranged shop. They have jewelry, taxidermy, bones, sculpture, paintings and so much more. Definitely for all your goth and witchy amici!

My "Must Stop" in NOLA. Cynthia Nunez knows how to do it and takes care of you as if you were her…read moreown. The last thing she wants is to just sell it to you, she makes sure you know and appreciate what you are taking home and how to enjoy your "forever piece". She keeps it simple BUT not cheap... lol my hubby just chuckles when I come home from a NOLA trip and asks when he should expect a full moving van.... haha O M G Antiques de Provence, can't get enough of this place and sweet Peter who is as patient as the Pope Enjoy!

Beautiful place to explore in French Quarter. We spent close to an hour admiring the space (wow the…read morecourtyard) and the carefully curated showrooms. Amazing to see so many rich pieces, from Vintage French jewelry to elegant chandeliers. Incredible architecture inside and out with gorgeous fruit trees in the courtyard. A must!

Pricey but worth it. This place has great food, a quiet…read moreatmosphere and a well trained and efficient staff.

Love this shop. Hey New York/New Jersey he currently has a bunch of Springsteen rarities along with…read moreeclectic antique treasures.

I really love the designs by the shop owner. She does such an incredible job with her pave…read moresettings, which is no surprise since she hails from some impressive names in the NYC game. I especially love this band that she does with diamonds that completely cover the surface, even on the inside. It looks like solid sparkle. What a great idea for a wedding or anniversary band! Then there are several flower rings whose petals flow with such nice lines and are done in a beautiful array of colors. I love how she hits every color in the rainbow throughout her work. If you really want a shop with unique designs that you can't find anywhere else, and want NYC quality, then I recommend that you stop in.