Everything was so cute and unique. I love stationary so as soon as I saw the different notebooks,…read morepens, bookmarks I just can't walk anymore. Love the warm vibe in there and the candle/handcream section was super cute as well. Great spot if you are looking for gifts!

This is a cute little speciality gift shop. Lots of unique stationary, kids items, decor, jewelry,…read morecandles, and lotion offerings in this cute boutique. The prices are high, but you will find unique and high quality items here. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to go here on it's own, but I always love to pop in after brunch at Bowood Farms to browse.

Bowood Farms is my go-to for almost all things plants. Is it because I'm a sucker for the…read moreaesthetics? Maybe. Does it help that it's walking distance from home? Perhaps. Regardless, I appreciate that they have a great selection of plants, and I particularly love shopping their small plants selection. They have a pretty solid batch of what's in season for a more affordable price, and I've had much better luck raising them as opposed to their bigger plants. The staff is knowledgeable and efficient. They also have workshops and plenty of supplies, so it's a nice one-stop shop (and I'm trying to keep this review separate from their restaurant). Their pots selection is also generally good, although they can be just as seasonal as the plants. Overall, I recommend checking out Bowood Farms, if not just for the nice little stroll.

Bowood Farms is one of my favorite places! I have been so lucky to participate in more of their…read moreBowood Studio workshops. Most recently, I attended their earring making workshop and their pet painting portrait. It's always such a fun, informative, and meditative experience. All the instructors are incredible. I love being able to learn techniques and tricks, i get to create a keepsake and can take what I've learned with me! It's Before or after the workshops it's such a treat to explore their plant selection, paining/sketching journals, and ceramic vases.

I have been trying to go to Cassie's since May! My girls and I were supposed to go after my…read morebirthday brunch but things got turned around. Even after then I was never on that side of town when the store was open. Well today was my day!! I walked up and pulled the door and was excited that it opened. I heard a voice but didn't see anyone. A welcoming bubbly voice. A few seconds later Cassie appeared. Just as bubbly as her voice. I didn't know how anything worked so she explained the scents and what I could do. I first started smelling the oils. I quickly gravitated towards 3 scents. She put them on a swatch so that I could see how they smelled together. I loved them!! Up next was the home fragrance. I went over and started to smell scents because another gentleman came in to re-up on his fragrance. I smelled the Ocean Breeze first. I was sold on that one. I continued to smell other scents though. The ocean breeze smelled so clean and inviting. Cassie came over and once again explained to me how the lamp worked and even gave me a demonstration. Told me how many hours each size would last. By this time I'm invested!! Take my money please. So I picked a lamp and luckily enough it came with the fragrance I wanted. The only reason I didn't buy extra was because my husband is always looking for stuff to buy me. I will send him back when we need extra scent oils. I'm super excited about my purchase and I know exactly where I am putting my lamp. Thank you Cassie! I love your store and we will definitely be back!

I love visiting Cassie's! It is a neat place where you can go and create your own fragrances. this…read morelocally woman-owned business is such a gem! she offers perfume parties where you customize your own scent and have it bottled and ready to take home! They also have a beautiful array of other home decor and fragrance items that are perfect for gift giving. If you are looking for a unique gift for the person who has everything, this is a place you should check out! Cassie is so nice and is so knowledgeable about all the items in her shop that she has lovingly taken the time to find and offer in her boutique. Definitely check her out and support this locally owned St. Louis business!

More than a retail concept, Hearth & Soul is a gathering place created for ease and discovery. The…read morebuilding is modern, without feeling stark, and has an open, clean-lined sensibility. Inside, the floor plan features areas reminiscent of a home, including men's and women's closets, library, kitchen, bar, family room, and more (from the business's web site). The selection of brands is well considered and puts me in mind of recommendations from an effortlessly stylish, well-read friend. Prices range from accessible to more aspirational. I pride myself on being well-versed in brands, and was pleasantly surprised to discover many brands that never even crossed my radar. Good to know: Hearth and Soul carries Bond perfume for men and women. This is usually only available at department stores. Being able to indulge in a favorite fragrance while supporting a local business is a bonus. In addition to the retail experience, the location features various events to engage with the community and build awareness of local partners. Past events have included book signings, cooking classes, and sip and shops. Each month, Hearth and Soul teams up with a non-profit partner. Fliers of upcoming events are located in-store to ensure visitors are in the know. Post-pandemic, experiential retail is the latest trend. On that front, Hearth & Soul delivers, offering a welcome alternative to online scrolling and the ubiquitous mall.

I saw this little gem advertising on Facebook for a Mexican Fiesta event and decided to check it…read moreout. It was so cute. Located in Ladue Mo . Outside the building is beautiful. Parking is limited. Staff is very friendly and approachable and knowledgeable of everything in the store. Very picturesque inside. This store have different areas you can browse. They have women and men clothing. They cater more to smaller sizes but I would still browse. I was told they keep different sizes in the back . Jewelry was very eclectic and pretty. Different styles so that is always a plus. Candles, books, artwork etc. it will definitely keep you entertained as you browse. They were having a Mexican event that consisted of flavored salsas and chips and Queso. The game changer was a jalapeño spice margarita. It was so good. They have different events from book signings to Pilates classes, jewelry classes etc. These events are monthly. Check they website and get the full list each month. Items are pricey (fyi) but the value I'm told is worth it.

For my thrifters looking to score a deal...this spot is pricey. Yes you can find something near…read more$20, but it really depends on the booth you're in. It's super fun to look around, browse and see any small trinkets. Id recommend looping around twice since there is so much to see!

Most awesome vintage market around! Too bad they aren't open the whole week but super fun to poke…read morearound and lots of things on offer: books, wall art, clothes, furniture, you name it!

Walking along N Gore and I found this enchanting store. As I entered I was greeted by a woman at…read morethe counter and by the most relaxing scents. There's candles, and blankets, bar ware, jewelry, clothing, knick knacks, gifts, holiday-themed odds and ends.... It's just one of those places where you're bound to find something for someone (or in my case, for yourself). Will I return? Certainly!!

Local owned shopping experience at its best. My go to for fabulous gifts. Staff is delightful and…read moreprovides exceptional service. Unique gifts for any occasion. Beautiful Gift wrapping is five star personal touch. Make Story Seven your first stop when you need to find that perfect gift for someone special.

My wife loves coming here for pens, ink and other paper/stationary supplies…read more We came by on her birthday and got to meet Dani, a new employee who shared some of her story with us. What a great addition to this place! We love the unique decor and the warmth of the staff. Being able to try out the pens before buying them is a great way to avoid buying something that doesn't do what you need, but also leads to finding more things to try/buy! Pricing is reasonable, if you have the chance, stop by and check it out!

My St. Louis friend introduced me to this store and I'm happy for it!…read more They have a good selection of pens, both fountain and ball-point, and they come in a variety of colors too! I love that they even have refills too when your pen runs out. I think the star of the shop was their printing press, and there was a lot of artwork that comes off of it that they sell. I love the little $5 block prints that made perfect souvenirs. I'll be back someday to pick up one of their large art nouveau block prints! They kind of remind me of vintage wallpaper. We each bought a smooth writing pen for about $25 each, and they're the perfect size to carry around in a purse for quick notes.

I love being able to drop off old jars/glass dishes to have them filled with a new candle scent…read more There are some really nice jars that I have had for a few years and once the candle is finsihed buring, I bring them back to Urban Candle and choose a new scent to fill. The last time I dropped off about 4 or 5 to be filled and chose some really nice scents for the spring/summer. They fill candles once a month and once they are ready for pick up, a text will be sent out. I received the text while I was out of town, but I plan to stop by this weekend to pick my candles up and cannot wait to burn them over the weekend and over the next few weeks. The whole process is simple and the owner is super kind and helpful.

This place! The scents, the space, the owners and their…read moremissions is exactly why I support local! We had a Yelp event here and I had to stop by many times after to support this company. They offer a wide variety of scents but my favorite thing about this place is that they offer to fill a candle in any container! And old heirloom glass, a homemade piece of art, an old candle container, they will refill it at a very fair price! They continue to support local charities and always give back. This is an amazing business and great owners behind it!