One of my favorite local shops for clothing, accessories, and gifts! There really few stores left…read morewhere service and styling are the cornerstones of the business, and calico is one of them. The store owner, manager and all employees are happy to help and are great at what they do. Their social media is fantastic and is how I always know what's in the shop and going on at the shop. They do special events on Saturdays that bring in the community and independent makers, which is amazing. I always leave Calico with a bag in hand!

I had some time to kill and I drove past this cute boutique. The owner paid for my parking first of…read moreall which made my day . I didn't have any quarters and she offered some to me . I saw so many cute things and the staff there were eager to set me up a room and give me feedback . I bought a bunch of stuff including a pair of shoes that are one of my favs right about now . I can't wait to go back ! PS: we did have one disagreement about a shirt she thought was a dress . I bought it but it is clearly a shirt and it looks fabulous !! (As a shirt !)

This adorable boutique should be renamed 'For Hilary,' because if I had my druthers, everything in…read morethis shop would be in my closet... Well, not the sales girl, but she was pretty sweet. As I was perusing downtown New Bedford, the window displays of For Veda caught my eye and I had to go in. I'm so glad I did! Cute dresses, tops, skirts and pants are neatly displayed in tasteful racks in a gorgeous, boudoir-ish space with deep blue walls and frilly details. I was lucky enough to snag an adorable mint green polka dot sundress before it flew out of the store - it was the last one left. The sales girl was friendly, helpful and fun to be with - she was totally encourages trying stuff on, having a ball and signing up for their loyalty-rewards program (for every $20 spent, you get a stamp, and for twenty stamps, you get a discount). So, if your in downtown NB, looking for some fun, girly items and up for a good time, hit up For Veda, for sho'.

Curated. Lovely. Unpretentious. For Veda is all of these things, which makes it a welcome part of…read morethe downtown New Bedford shopping scene. You can definitely notice the transformation that is happening on this stretch of Purchase Street in the heart of the historic part of the city, which features a handful of cool shops and eateries. Among them, For Veda is a standout. This manageable space (a single room, with one dressing room) is filled with lovely and unique clothing and accessories. You won't be overwhelmed by volume upon entry; rather, you are able to dive deeply into the many special pieces that are there. The owner, Tessa, is sweet and welcoming. She used to work at a couple of restaurants in the neighborhood, and still shows her former employers her support. If you bring a receipt from Cork or Rose Alley Ale House, you get a 5% discount off your purchase. On my last visit, I got a very cute red, white and blue striped maxi skirt at an end-of-season discount. While the store offers a sale rack, full price items are also quite reasonably priced. Yet another reason to head to New Bedford for a day of shopping: shop owners really do have regular, working folks in mind - and the prices of some fabulous pieces truly reflect that. If you're exploring the Whaling City for the day, or en route to Cape Cod, and you're the type that gets inspired by beautiful and on-trend clothing, you should spend some time in this pretty, stylish shop.

This place is AMAZING!! I got my prom dress there last year and I went back again today! I got…read morehelped by I think her name was Carrie Anne, I don't completely remember. The service was amazing and so helpful! Everyone in the store is so kind and really cares to be there. They show joy in their jobs and show joy in helping you find your perfect dress. I definitely recommend if you want a store that feels like a safe space to shop!

I live in New Hampshire but am originally from New Bedford. My friends sister needed a dress for…read moreher daughter's wedding and was having a hard time finding something. We headed to Margaret's Boutique. I had purchased my own dress for my daughter's wedding there 2 years ago. The service was top notch and the selection is amazing. She found several dresses to choose from. This store will not disappoint in any way. Margaret and her staff offer customer service that you don't find any more. No need to look elsewhere for me. Donna, Diane, Norman and Lucie

This store is absolutely beautiful -- always warm and welcoming…read more You can truly see the care and attention behind every detail, especially in the way they curate each brand they carry. The selection is consistently high-quality, fashion-forward, and thoughtfully chosen. A great eye for style and an even better team. Always a pleasure to work with! -- FashionLAB Team

This is actually a really cool little store, but it left me with mixed feelings. It has some…read morereally neat stuff, but if you're not rich you have to really watch it here. There are some products that are very reasonably priced, and then there are things like $120.00 throw pillow that we found (it might actually have been more than that, but I know it was at least 120.00). Yes, $120 for a throw pillow, you heard me. All in all, I would definitely return knowing what to expect.

Oh Mad Rags! How I sing thee praises! I have been telling girlfriends about this place for months…read morenow. This is the cheapest store with the most fashionable clothing I have found in I don't know how long. It puts Dots and 5-7-9 to shame! Today I purchased two button down shirts (one in black and one in white) for EIGHT DOLLARS! Tee shirts are around $4, and if you are a really teeny tiny person, there was a pair of jeans there (around size two or zero) for TWO BUCKS! They have plus size clothing there, as well as hats and makeup, and bras, and underwear, and dresses, and jewelry, and...well, it's worth the trip out there. I have not seen anything in this store that is over twenty dollars. I never leave without a bag in my hands, which is always dangerous. Words to the wise: The sizes can tend to run very small there. I am a small jacket size, and bought an awesome jacket there for three bucks, but it was a large. So if you are going to try something on, take at least one size up in addition to your regular size with you. Also, it takes forever in the dressing room, and you are only allowed to try on four things, so have patience. There has been times when the store is really busy that I have had to wait as much as fifteen minutes to try on something. If you are a cheapo out of necessity like me, this is a must go to place!!!!!

My favorite store I always go here when I can and they have really great prices and always always…read moreleave satisfied

Very friendly staff and product offerings were very good …read more I went on a weekend when they were having a sale and prices were very reasonable for the quality of products they offer

This little shop was an absolute HIGHLIGHT of our White Christmas getaway! We found it almost by…read morehappenstance while exploring the small coastal town. Unassuming from the outside, when we entered we found a delightful, charming and beautifully-curated collection of home decor, hand-dipped candles, nautical-themed tchotchkes, original and lithograph wall art, and other such items, most of which are crafted locally. We were also impressed with the friendly and knowledgeable staff. We spent more than a few dollars here buying knick-knacks and gifts. The only problem now will be getting it back home to Kansas! Totally worth stopping in of you're in New Bedford!