Bottom Line: Cute-sy clothes for ladies and children and housewares…read more Mud Pie has lots of cute stuff and there is no adjective that better describes the clothing, accessories and housewares sold her. For example, I saw a ladies blouse with cute pink flamingos on it, a baby sleeper with cute sheep on it and some cute dishes with Mr. and Mrs. on them. While the items here are endearing and they have many fun patterns and colors, I think a little bit of Mud Pie in the wardrobe or the home goes a long way. Mud Pie is a chain and the store definitely has that corporate feel to it compared to the other locally owned shops in the Outer Banks Mall.

The cutest baby clothes on the beach! Lots of pretty things here. We come every year!read more

Adorable baby store in a strip mall off Croatan Hwy. It's easy to locate and has ample parking. The…read morestore is filled with new and used baby items. They even offer rental baby supplies and maternity gowns. We spent a good amount of time there and still didn't make it through the full store. The employee working during our visit was enthusiastic and welcoming, but she did come across as a little pushy. I don't buy baby items often, however, they seemed to offer a decent variety at fair prices. I would return when back in the area and recommend this shop to others!

I love finding steals; it's like going on a treasure hunt and finding gold! I love (local)…read moreconsignment stores and this place has it all for little ones. There was some new and some consigned of clothing, toys, and baby equipment. They've also got baby gear for rent (at reasonable rates), if you so happen to forget or not want to lug big baby gear here. The nice lady working there on a Sunday afternoon kindly showed us to areas of the store we were looking for (it's quite big for a baby thrift!). I snagged 4 long-sleeves in the dead of summer for my little one (since our rental is always super cold at night) and some mermaid shaped coconut lip balm and a consigned mermaid puzzle. My cous snagged some new gear as well as consigned onesies, a mermaid bracelet/necklace set and a mermaid shaped lip balm (because heaven forbid if one child gets something, they pretty much All have to get it). Price point-wise, you will find the gamut from very reasonable (for the consigned items) to quite pricey (new items) here. Overall, I would def recommend this place and would come back for sure.

What a great kids consignment store! A wide range of sizes and brands and pricing is very…read morereasonable. The owner is super friendly and the shop features plenty of locally made items as well. I got six pieces of clothing for $25. Perfect for things you forgot, or if you are like me, great to go in and get deals on clothes for the next year or so ;). The time to buy is when you see it. Also love that they use square- so I can use my American express! Perfect little shop, will be back.

I love Eddie Bauer and loft so decided to go to the outlet when the nor'easter was hanging out…read morebeating up the beaches. This isn't a huge outlet but it has good brands like The Gap, Loft, Lilly Pulitzer and Eddie Bauer. There's signage up saying J Cree is coming in 2026. There are a few local stores mixed in too. A nice way to spend a rainy afternoon.

Smaller outlet than what we're used to but still a fun hour or two to grab some extra beach options…read moreor add to the school clothes there's a few possibilities for each person in every group. Cute items for kiddos, some options for grown folks and teens, and a few spots to grab a snack. We had a fun time as part of our OBX weekend. It's a little sneaky when you're coming up on it on the beach road so stay in that lane ready to turn. Check the coupon book at every hotel if you want some freebies! I didn't realize they had some perks until we were already gone

Bottom Line: Trendy, typical beach souvenirs sold in a cramped store by indifferent staff…read more I have not been a huge fan of Farmer's Daughter in the past but I thought I would give it a whirl again this year. The store is mainly packed full of trendy and typical beach souvenirs and clothing but there are some exceptions. I put the stacks of Salt Life, Fish Hippie and Simply Southern tshirts in the trendy/typical category. Some of the nicer items that caught my item were Yeti containers, Southern Tide menswear and Cobian flip flops. In the past I have been a big fan of Farmer's Daughters jewelry but that wasn't very shoppable this time around as it was hard to get to the cases. With the challenges that COVID-19 have created for small businesses I tried to give them a fair shake while vacationing in the Outer Banks for a few weeks but Farmer's Daughter left me disappointed. The store was just as cramped as ever with merchandise spilling over into the aisles. And the employees were less than welcoming. One employee pushed past me, literally, to get back to her restocking task at the jewelry counter. And the employee who rang me up only said four words - "twenty-seven seventy-four."

This is one of me and my group's favorite shop. They have the cutest stuff. The items in the shop…read moredon't feel cheap. The girls working there are constantly working hard to keep everything clean and nice looking. I even got a free shirt for spending a certain amount. You have to stop here!

BLUF: Bright, well organized thrift shop just off of the main street of Manteo…read more Immediately upon walking into Hotline I was impressed with how bright and organized the store is. Like most thrift stores, it is hit or miss but if it's a miss it certainly isn't for a lack of care by the employees to make the store shoppable. The store has clothing for women, kids, and men. There are also housewares, Christmas decorations, books and furniture. The store has an Amadas St. address but is basically on the main thoroughfare of Manteo. The store has its own parking lot and accepts donations. Proceeds support Hotline's mission to provide services for those encountering and escaping from interpersonal/domestic violence.

The Hotline gentlemen just left my home in south Nags Head. I was so impressed with their…read moreprofessionalism, courtesy, and knowledge that I said I'm going straight to YELP now. Xavier and another gentleman were AWESOME. They took everything I had to donate and what they couldn't use they dumpstered for us. The best part of their pickup was that they were here two days after I called and they were on time. If you have large items to donate I highly recommend that you call Hotline. They are THE BEST!!! Thank you!

LOVED the vibe walking in! If you're looking for popular clothing brands with a beachy flair, this…read moreis definitely the spot. The staff was super helpful and answered all our questions. It's the perfect place to grab great clothes for school or just everyday style!

Great shop! Was a little apprehensive given the bad reviews about being watched like a Hawk but the…read morestaff was very nice and welcoming. No spy surveillance going on. They even let us bring our two rambunctious Boston terriers in the store so extra points for being pet friendly! We no longer have a whalebone in Hampton Roads so wanted to make an extra stop here. Closed a little early for me (6pm) but maybe that's because Our visit was before Memorial Weekend. The merchandise is good. Typically prices for brand names and a little cheaper for store brand. Would definitely make this a routine stop whenever we are in town.

Bottom Line: Great fashions, lovely displays and a friendly staff but not quite a bargain…read more The J. Crew Factory Outlet is on the north end of the Tanger Outlet Center in Nags Head. The store offers men's and women's fashions as well as "Crew Cuts" clothing for children. Overall, the store is very attractive and any time I've been in its been well organized. There is a wide variety of items here from screen print tees to dresses for date night. The outlet is definitely less expensive than the regular, full price store but I didn't feel like I got any bargains here. For example, the shirt I purchased was $52. A similar shirt at the Banana Republic Outlet would probably cost me about $40. Plain gray little girls leggings were about $18 and similar leggings at Gymboree would be about $8. The staff here was very nice. I didn't need too much help but from my limited questions and some conversations I overhead they seemed very customer service oriented. Something I learned on my most recent visit is that you can actually shop the outlet online now. I guess that makes sense since many retailers are looking to capture a new market by offering products at a lower price point and online sales are a must.

I remember the early days, when Gray's was on the beach road in that old cinderblock building. Mom…read morewould shop while my brother and I played with the tom-toms and other toys conveniently located under the many racks of clothes. It was good times! Last June, on our anniversary, my hubby and I slipped down to the beach and stopped in, it's been over 50 years now. We bought six items of clothing, and I'm super pleased with all of them. The sweats for me (lovely willow color with a zippered crop top) look great on me, they're soft and wash well. I've worn the black cropped knit sweater many times, it really dresses me up. The hubster got three sweat shirts, and they all fit REALLY well. Not too snug, not too baggy. They look good, feel good, and wash well. We've planned a little day trip to the coast to add more of these quality clothes to our wardrobe.

Let me start by saying I like the merchandise selection in this store. I've been coming back for…read moreyears. However, this last time my husband and I went a sales associate followed me around the store like she thought I was going to shoplift something. Her hovering was so uncomfortable I decided to not buy anything and left. It will be a long time before I go back!