Commune is one of the cutest shops in Grand Rapids! The shop is filled with an assortment of home…read moregoods, trinkets, gifts, and more. The vibes of the shop are playful, chic, and cozy. One thing that sets this store apart is the owner. She is genuinely so kind and goes above and beyond to help with the little things without you having to ask. She seems to be supportive of other local businesses and actively works with other community members. I was lucky enough to buy a small collection of presents for friends and she diligently handwrapped each one without me even having to ask. The items in the store will be slightly higher price but I've found the quality is often reflected in the price. It's centered in a really great location that makes for a fun day out and about. NOTE: There are stairs that lead into the main entrance, there may be an alternate route for those who may need it!

One of my favorite places to shop during the holidays. Their window display is always so modern and…read morefestive. Then have the best gifts for the hostess in your life. I've picked up cookbooks, martini glasses, wine openers. They are some of my favorite gifts to give. Pro tip: go check out their jewelry and perfume all the way toward the back. So underrated, and you can find some great deals!

I totally agree with Niki that Frances Jaye is like an even more unique Madewell. The vibe is super…read morecool but not so cool that I felt uncomfortable there. I didn't really browse the clothing but I could tell that the things I saw looked well-made and fashionable. A quick check of the Frances Jaye website let me know that they appreciate and support sustainable and ethical brands, which is always awesome to see. The prices may be higher than your average mall, but you get what you pay for. They have men's and women's clothing, accessories, home goods, cards, books, and gift items. I particularly loved the Holland shirts that were modern and stylized. I ended up buying a fancy wick trimmer as we seem to have a surplus of candles these days, as well as two cute holiday cards featuring cat illustrations, because #crazycatlady I loved this little shop and will absolutely stop in every time I'm in the area!

This store is my dream closet…read more It's essentially an even-more-unique Madewell, with carefully curated items. Everything is a bit pricey, but it's clearly well-made and styled. They have amazing jewelry, clothes, and accessories here. I got a really cute star choker that I wear constantly. I always stop in this store when we're visiting downtown Holland but haven't been able to purchase anything else.

Situated in downtown Grand Rapids, you will find this absolutely breathtakingly curated vintage…read moreshop. It made my Gen X heart sing. Plenty of vintage apparel, but also vintage housewares, jewelry, books, and even VHS await you. The store is clean and friendly and well lit. An amazing selection and a feast for the eyes. Definitely worth a visit if you have appreciation for fine quality vintage goods.

Very small and cute vintage store. Loved that they had no only apparel but other trinkets to look…read morethrough. Love it!

Cute new boutique to add to the east town shops. Friendly staff and a lot of neat stuff to look at…read more Big baby/kid section as well as bath, jewelry and plant/decor sections. Great place to get Baby Shower, Mother's Day, etc gifts.

Super cute shop! A little bit of everything. Dinner and drinkware, rustic soaps, candles, holiday…read moredecore, leather and metal jewelry, clothes for kids and women. Maybe they had mens too, but l can't remember. Staff said they bought the shop next door to make it more of a women's boutique. I forgot to take a pic of the womens clothing, but they had cute sweaters and hats. Excited to explore that once it opens! Lots to look at, unique items, not too pricey, pretty much what l would expect from an independent shop owner. Hey, they got bills to pay too, right? All their items looked like they were made from quality material. Highly recommend for unique gifts!

Periwinkle Fog is a charming shop in downtown Grand Rapids. Whether you are looking for a unique…read moregift, souvenir or a little something special for yourself you are sure to find something to fit the bill! They have a great selection of things from jewelry, art, puzzles and much more, you will definitely find something to fall in love with.

We were in Grand Rapids and stopped in this unique woman's clothing store. I purchased a shirt for…read moremyself and two for my daughter. Please stop in and see what this place has to offer!

I don't find myself on Cherry St that often, but when I do a stop at Gemini is a must! It's such a…read morenatural, earthy vibe. I am always inspired when I shop here and often find myself wishing I earned more money to buy all the treasures made here. Gemini makes their own hand crafted leather belts as well as offering monograms on all sorts of leather curiosities. My favorite was an ingenious cyanotype "tie dyed" leather contraption that transformed a glass jar into a coffee mug. So inventive. I also love that they sell DIY cyanotype kits amongst all their marvelous creations. Long ago, I bought an airplant from this establishment and it's still going strong. I thoroughly enjoy perusing the art, clothes, bags, jewelry and other thoughtfully designed items. It brings me peace walking in and smelling that leather along with their delicious scented candles. I take heart knowing everything is ethically sourced and locally owned. I hope you find as much joy shopping here as I do. Enjoy.

I recently found out about this venue from the Uptown Shop Hop map. I had never noticed it but was…read moreintrigued. I was instantly greeted by the shop dogs who were extremely polite and did give you space. The family was all behind the counter and it was really wholesome to see a family business in action. As I've been trying to shop locally for the holidays, I knew Gemini would be great. They have a great range of products for anyone in your life. They have a section to make your own belt, wallets, bottle holders, coasters, jewelry, and more. The prices are all really fair and it's cool to see parts of the studio where things are made. I'd definitely recommend coming here especially for one of their craft events!

Such a cute spot!! Love the coverall vibes. Wonderful selection of vintage tees, jerseys, and…read moresweater shirts. Good pricing. Super friendly staff! If you're looking for any kind of tee, this is definitely your spot!

Come for the vintage clothing, stay for the free air hockey blessed by a poster of 90210's Dylan…read moreMcKay. Yes, there is an air hockey table in Rewind that you can play for free. Just look for the smoldering visage of Luke Perry on the wall, and you'll find it. Other than a poster of my fifth grade television crush, you'll find mostly street wear at Rewind. I don't want to say "boy clothes," because it's boring to gender clothing, but they mostly sell masculine-leaning things like jerseys, graphic tees and men's denim. The clothing sizes start at about a men's small and go up from there, so I didn't find anything that would have fit me properly, but my oldest son saw some things that he liked and fit him. This store is definitely geared toward boys and men (but I did not see anything Boyz II Men-related in the store, unfortunately). Inexplicably, you'll also find VHS tapes here. Lots of them. I guess they go with the theme: Rewind! Get it? I don't recall how much they cost, but if you're in the market for a video tape of The Santa Clause, you're in luck because Rewind has two copies.

This is the best store to find great vintage clothing, accessories and toys for kids! There is also…read morea selection of resale children's clothing. The new owner has two children of her own and recently moved to Michigan from Seattle where she spent years developing her natural gift and skills for resale and finding beautiful vintage clothing. Jovan is a bubbly, helpful person and has a good eye for quality and a heart for children. She also supports local charities and humanitarian causes. You won't regret making this your regular shopping stop in Grand Rapids off Plainfield!