Came here to look for a specific cleanser and McKaylee was super helpful and friendly. She spent…read moretime to understand exactly what I wanted and needed. She patiently picked out the products that I requested and I was on my way since parking is so tight around busy midtown. Place is clean and they have excellent products for their price point. Cool and causal vibes here.

Drive all the way from Roseville to visit Blue Mercury and it never disappoints! Reina is the…read moreabsolute best! I miss living just down the street!

I loved this place! If id only had more time in here! (There is so much to look at I'd be here all…read moreday) I was going to pick up a few things when in I went a little slower to shop for myself. The selection of goodies in this boutique is MASSIVE! Everywhere you look there are such cool things One of the girls and one working the floor really helped me because I was fascinated by the candles but confused on what was what, so thank you loves! I even found a kitty calendar for 2026 and I am already extremely excited to hang it up! As far as the cost was id you kept your eye out you could get some seriously good products for a good deal I think I got 5-6 chunky candles some oils the calendar for 50 to 69 bucks but there are some candles there that are that exact price. The girls working will steer you in the right direction away from the crazy high priced things 1000/10 overall WILL be returning with friends to do some serious damage bans say hello to the sweet employees!!

What a cute shop of trinklets!!!…read more After the Midtown Farmers Market, my Sis and I wanted to walk around some more. Be sure to pay for your parking before you walk away!! On weekends, it's harder to find parking, but with patience, you'll get one. My sister wanted to go to vampire penguin but we were distracted by "Garden of Enchantment." As we walked in, we noticed the astrology books and then crystals, wind chimes... there were beautiful wooden chests that I want to come back for. This store has narrow isles and gets packed! So be careful! Any of these items can be beautiful gifts or just something special for yourself. I ended up getting some jewelery and some incense for my daughter. Some items felt like they were very overpriced. Like... back in Roseville, I could get the same crystal for at least $8 cheaper. Not that I couldn't afford it, but to me, it was a ridiculously priced... but hey!! It's in Old Sacramento... which can be a touristy kinda place! So prices get hiked! When I paid for my items, the girl behind the register was fast and had me out of the crowd quick. Onto the next shop!!!!

Ana was quick to respond when I needed a rush order and followed up to make sure I was happy before…read morefinalizing the project. My custom designed logo came out exactly as imagined and finished in time to give as a gift. We were very impressed with the professional presentation and care Ana put into her work.

My friend's husband of 37 years passed away, and she and her family were trying to put together a…read morecelebration of life in the midst of being full of grief. My friend purchased a sign-in book for the ceremony and wanted her husband's name on the front. My friend asked me if I could write it nicely, or if I knew anyone who could. In that instance, you know you should entrust that kind of thing to an expert, and Ana is an expert. She responded very promptly and had questions that put me at ease immediately: what was the book made of? Was it something porous? Going back and forth with a grieving family was slow-going, but Ana was patient and communicative, even with the tight turnaround. She was clear and upfront about what we should expect, and the price for her work was very reasonable. And the finished product was lovelier than I could have imagined. It was thoughtfully placed and even packaged beautifully. My friend loved the book so much and was so happy with the result. The whole experience was so positive and easy that I won't hesitate to add calligraphy to any special events that come along, because of Ana. Thank you Ana, for helping this grieving family!

Beyond Amazing!!! Me and my mom came to elegance shoes to…read moreshop for heels for a wedding and ended up leaving with a lot more. They have many shoes/heels in different styles,colors,heights and even wide fit options. They also have men and women boots & more.They also offer purses,jewelry, colognes and perfumes. Our experience here was amazing and found everything we needed, Cynthia is very kind and helpful, highly recommend Elegance Shoes ( she also speaks some Spanish)

This place isn't just a shoe store, they have jewelry, a ton of fragrances for men and women, and…read moredare I say an even better selection than Macy's. The owners are very nice and accommodating. Very patient and let us sample multiple colognes. Everything was reasonably priced. Also, as an added bonus, if you like Labubus she has those too. Would definitely recommend checking out this spot, don't let the name fool you.

This Strapping location is in a perfect spot in Midtown, whenever we're enjoying a fun walk around…read morethe area, or passing through it's easy to stop in for a quick look around. They're dog friendly, so we often bring our dog in with us. This store is packed with great items and they span a lot of interests, so there's a little something for everyone. From useful items, to quirky ones this is the perfect spot to find a gift or that special item for your home. We've gotten local Sacramento themed gifts, cute mugs, cards, and even t-shirts and tote bags. They carry seasonal items as well as staples, so it's worth stopping in regularly to browse and find new gems to love.

After running by it several times, I made an assumption that there'd only be LGBTQ+ related items…read morein Strapping. After a coworker told me I had to check it out, I realized I was so wrong. This place is chock full of fun for the whole family. Well, maybe there's a few things I wouldn't want my grandma and little cousins to see. But nothing in here is going to hurt anyone and you'll probably laugh out loud several times walking through this store. In fact, this will be exactly where I go next time I need to send my sister a card. The folks working here are also super nice.

Hands down, best candles EVER! They are gorgeous for sure, but what really puts them apart from the…read morerest are the smellllls! And how well they can make a whole room smell good without being overpowering, it's truly amazing. I've been buying her candles for years and it's so great to see how far she's come and grown.

Find Black Lily Naturals at the Midtown Farmers Markets on Saturday, or order from their website. I…read morelike to smell everything so the Farmers Market was a great way to be introduced to the different scents and products. They offer candles, room sprays, car diffusers, perfume, body butter, and body oil. You can check out their website for the full offerings and keep up on social media for different scent and product releases. I like citrusy, fruity and bright scents and some of my favorites are the Life and Lemons, Weekend Cartoons, and The Thyme. Although there are a lot to love. Chandra, the owner, is really friendly and even offers classes (watch on social media for announcements). You can also bring back your vessels to have them refilled with new wax, which is awesome. This has become one of my favorite local candles and room spray businesses.

awesome shop. loved that there was a free card section and that the kids who was in the shop was…read moretreated like kids having fun. hectur was awesome and i hope to return to donate some cards! they had a but of everything pokemon yugioh gubdam foreign cards one piece riff bound unity....definatley stop by if you are a collector and they have a wide open soacw of tables abd a clean ac'ed environment.

Been playing here for months but today was probably it for me…read more If you are a pokemon player and you come here, be ready to search for your opponent. Regardless if table numbers are put up. It will be your responsibility to sort through the duplicates of names. If theres 2 Elijahs and you happen to play the wrong one but at the right table, thats on you buddy... Round Loss. In situations where prizing could be a booster box or better... would you want a shop that doesn't respect table numbers and forces you to find your opponent? Lets say you do find "your" opponent, What if thats Elijah A and you are looking for Elijah B and didnt ask for their last initial. When prizes are on the line players should not have to deal with that. I'll take my play to Nine8 Comics, see ya. e: im almost positive fair play tournament rules were violated...

Update: I just received a notification that the store is closing after 25 years in business. They…read morewill reopen on March 1st with all items 50% off, cash only or cc with 3.5% service fee. Sad news indeed, but thee are the times we live in. Press a buzzer and you will be ushered into not a speakeasy but a very special store that feels more like an art exhibit and stage set that ushers you into another world. All your senses are engaged, from the tinkling of wind chimes, to a tapestry of textures and colors found in beautiful objects of art. The store offers miniature treasures to exquisite full scale sculptures and everything in between. I had read about this import store and followed them online, but nothing can capture the essence of this marvelous retail store unless you enter the space. I came here seeking purple themed treasures for my sibkid's 21st birthday. The owner and a staff member went above and beyond to help me in my quest, and I definitely was inspired at the incredible selection and artistic displays. It was also educational shopping here as I read about the various history and meaning of the objects with informative signage. Your budget can be a few dollars or into the thousands, there is a big range of price points here. High value items are understandably behind glass cases. The displays were breathtaking and were thematically arranged by geographical region/country; Asia, Africa, Mexico/Central and South America, etc. I have not enjoyed a shopping experience this much in years! It reminded me of the locally owned stores I shopped at when I was a kid growing up in a small college town that had tons of independent shops, and how much fun it was. It made me realize how much we have been sold a bill of goods with the chain and big box stores taking over our society. We've been robbed of community, connection, art, and supporting our local economy all for a soulless exchange of "convenience" and "lower prices." Having completed my mission, I was awed when the owner proceeded to carefully and artistically wrap each item and then use custom gift paper (purple, of course!) and ribbon to create the perfect gift box for my sibkid. He included informative write ups of the objects when applicable and told me some additional wonderful stories about the provenance and sourcing of several items. I even got a great local restaurant recommendation! Pleasant shopping experience, great value, and absolute win with my sibkid, who delightedly opened each treasure that evening. I was definitely "winning" as an Auntie thanks to Zanzibar Trading. If you can't make it in person, they have a Facebook live auction every Saturday. But definitely try to go in person. It's a unique, one of a kind store that is a transformative retail experience and provides the perfect place for gift shopping for a loved one or yourself. Go.You deserve it! Free parking in their adjacent lot. Across from the Broadway Target and Golden One credit union.

I'm so sad that my first visit to Zanzibar was as they're closing. We're finally working on…read moredecorating our home and, as we've been exploring locally for great pieces, Zanzibar was on our list. Even though they're closing they have a variety of pieces from around the world available. We spent some time walking around, and the pieces vary greatly in size and price. If you're looking for statement pieces now is the time to stop in and see if they have that special something for you. You do need to ring the bell to enter and there's a good amount of street parking in the area.

Love this gift store! Thoughtfully curated and merchandised. New fun merchandise is constantly…read morecoming in and the owners are super friendly. Special shout out to their shop dog, Willow! If you want to find a unique gift from a local artisan this is the place. Always love a dog friendly store with treats and a water bowl! Stop in this store to shop local business. This business is also great at helping to promote /support the neighboring Oak Park community, as well as other local Sacramento businesses.

Looking for a great spot to pick up a gift for anyone on your list, or pick up something fun for…read moreyourself? Strapping is the perfect spot! We stop into Strapping often and love seeing the changing stock of fun items. They stock seasonal items, along with a variety of cute, quirky, edgy, and fun items. Truly a little something for everyone. I personally love the home goods and have picked up a variety of items like candles, spoon rests, flower pots, and more. They have a lot of Sacramento items as well and even have items for different neighborhoods. Some of these are items from their team, and some are sourced from local vendors. There's a good mix of local business items, small business items, and popular items that make this a much different experience than other gift shops. Keep an eye on their social media for new item stocks, special events, and pop ups. You could stop by weekly and find new items to fall in love with.

10/10 experience with Parkside. great service & awesome care. Will recommend to friendsread more

Come get a facial & massage!!! The process and atmosphere…read moreis holistic. The staff presentation is calming, pleasant & full of genuine passion for what they love to do! I'm a regular customer and this place is like home for me. They help me to reset my perspective!!! Come get a facial!!! Val P.