I'd been meaning to stop in at this small shop at Christmas and somehow never did. As I was driving…read moreby, I realized they were open so I popped in. The shop does shutdown at 3 pm on Saturday. It is primarily a children's store but they do carry some of their designs in adult sizes. Clothes, gifts, jewelry, stationery, and artwork that is fun and unique. Many of two sprouts items are available in other shops around town. But this spot also carries lots of other items. I bought a couple of super cute items for a friends little one (shark plate & utensils) and a great king cake t-shirt for myself. The owner was at the store and she was very helpful. I'm pretty in love with my Marie Antoinette Let them eat King Cake tshirt.

Always helpful! Cute shop. Easy to get to. Nice to be on Metairie Road and not have to fight the…read morecrowds at the mall or Veterans.

How do I begin to sing praises in order to convey the fantasticness/fabulousness/ all the other…read moreRachel Zoe jargon conveying amazingness that is Swap? I will take a gander. Ultimately, Swap has singlehandedly eliminated my need to ever go to Lakeside Mall or Canal place, and has given me the wonderful ability of clicking delete when I get a sale notice from Banana or J. Crew because I know I can get the item at Swap in the same condition for less money. First, the owner, Michelle, is fabulous. It is like she has read every how to make your employees and people around you respect and love you book on the market. Or maybe it's innate for her. I don't know. Michelle is a genuinely kind person, who signs every single one of her business' emails with every single store associates name. In a world of faceless corporations, that means a considerable amount. Swap discounts items on a schedule. I know they do at 30 and 60 days, so you can take a gamble and watch an item if you are in love. Swap has only been open for a little over two years, and nearly half of my wardrobe went to be consigned there and the other half has been rejuvenated by it. My finds include Theory shirt dresses for 15 dollars, silk Club Monaco skirts for under 30, Coach wallets and wristlets, Tory Burch clutches for under 100, a Guess red peacoat that was Blair Waldorf worthy for under 70, banana republic silk tops, etc. How did this happen you say? Michelle opened her store in a section of town that has wealthier liberal arts schools literally 2,500 feet away (tulane and loyola) and is wedged in a wealthier part of new orleans. So, an influx of a revolving market with a disposable income. Brilliant! She works her butt off to get the word out about her store to New Orleans' ladies who lunch who then bring their garmets here. (Thankfully) There is no hipster ridiculous pretentiousness here (Im lookin' at you Buffalo Exchange) and they are always kind when you consign your items. I have never been treated anything but wonderfully by Michelle and her crew. If you are in the area, make a point to stop here. Honestly, I would work here for free if it were legal, but well, we both know there are labor laws. note: sign up for store emails because Swap loves coupons as much as you budget fashionistas do, and they also have an ebay edition of their store.

I absolutely love this boutique. Both in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. The selection of clothing,…read moreshoes and accessories is exceptional. The staff has always gone above and beyond to help.

So glad I stopped by this cute accessories shop today! The ladies here are really friendly and…read moreit's hard to stay within budget with so many cute items. Came by for Halloween earrings and it was difficult to stay focused lol So many necklaces, earrings, headbands, shoes, boots, purses and all reasonably priced. Thankfully I stayed on mission and found 2 pair of earrings that will be worn this spooky season

On Magazine Street in New Orleans I came across a tiny boutique where everything is Mardi Gras…read morethemed. Mardi Gras is in March, but the preparations have already started. At Trendz everything purple, green and gold is shimmery, sparkly and glittering! You can stand out from the crowd with can't be missed headgear, earrings, rings and beaded things. If your favorite color is purple, you're in luck, your new favorite party outfit is at Trendz. I'm curious to know how this store looks the rest of the year! Since these items are trendy, don't expect the quality to be so sparkly!

Super cute new boutique on Oak St. They lured me in with carnival clothes sparking in the wind. And…read morethey definitely have great stock of pgg and sparkles but what I ended up buying was cute tops for every day. I just wish that sale velvet jacket fit! Beaded gowns? Accessories? Cute purses? Yes to all. Parking is on the street and the staff person was helpful and very friendly. Fun fact...this was the 1st location of Fleurty Girl back in the day. I'll definitely be back for unique pieces.

This is the cutest shop on Magazine Street! So many great gifts that represent New Orleans…read more I wasn't really in the market for anything, just browsing, but then I found a lovely Magnolia patterned dog collar - perfect for my beagador named MAGNOLIA! Then I found out from the shop attendant that the state flower of Louisiana is the Magnolia! What??? My boyfriend's mom was born & raised in NOLA and loved our dog. She has been gone for a year and half, so finding this out strangely makes me feel connected to her and that she is still around. :*) Anyway, the sweet shop guy asked me to tell him the story of how my dog and I found each other. I recounted the tale of how I found her at PAWS Chicago, where she came from originally (Oklahoma), that she had a brother named "Steel", how she saved me from a life of stress, and then our connection to NOLA. I always appreciate when someone can create a warm and fuzzy moment. So thank you, Shop Guy! The collar is high quality all around - material and construction. I have purchased MANY custom collars for my baby girl and this has been the best so far. It's worth the money because I know it will last for a long time. I will be checking out their website for Christmas gift ideas since we won't be back until next year!

Adorbs! What a bright, delightful little shop at the Irish Channel end of Magazine. If you are a…read moreproud native of the Gulf Coast, or just an enthusiastic visitor/transplant (or gift giver to someone who is), you will find something to love at NOLA Couture. Think of all the symbols of New Orleans and bayou culture and cuisine. Now imagine those artfully integrated into a subtle, tasteful geometric pattern that appears on high quality accessories for ladies, men, kids, and furry friends who want to keep a little NOLA with them always. NOLA Couture has developed custom fabrics and ribbons that show off your Gulf Coast pride in a classic preppy style that you can wear to office or church without coming off too wacky. Think ties, belts, key fobs, bags, scarves, pet collars & leashes, insulated tumblers, glassware, candles, and so on. The ties and scarves are 100% silk & wool. Patterns include: --red beans & rice --snoballs --poboys & hot sauce --gumbo --seafood --shrimp cocktail --beignets & cafe au lait --gators --redfish --Mardi Gras kings --Saints --Louisiana --sea turtles --pirates --2nd line --boats --mosquitos --fleur de lis --fleur de sea (with a fish, shrimp, oyster, and crawfish) --street cars --hurricanes --daiquiris --seahorses --oysters & pearls --pelicans --mallards --seersucker I could not resist coming home with a red beans & rice belt for myself, plus a few ties for the Cajun/Creole men in the family. I'll probably be heading back to the online store for more gifts for upcoming birthdays. Fans of LSU, Bama, Tulane, SMU (oddly), Florida and other southern colleges can find some neat things here, too. NOLA Couture even can do custom designs for you (your school, business logo, etc.), and shipping is free for orders over $65. Prices are not cheap (ranging from $10 for a laser etched glass to $95 for a loomed scarf), but the quality of the all the goods appears solid. If you are looking for $10 T-shirts about drinking on Bourbon, this isn't your shop, but then you knew that!

I will say that this is a SUPER cute boutique. But it's pricey too. I bought a super cute wrist…read morekeyring and wallet that was not that expensive which I use every single day. I loved walking through the store and taking so many pictures of all of the decor and merchandise. My friend and I had a day to relax and stroll Magazine and we popped in here because well, peonies are my favorite flower and I'm covered in them!! I did feel a BIT put off because I felt condescended to by who I think was the blonde owner. She didn't even acknowledge me when I was standing waiting to check out. A younger employee noticed and asked if I was being helped and I said no I just wanted to check out. That's the 4 versus 5 stars. Her attitude sure changed when I handed over a Rose Gold AMEX.

What dreams are made of! Whenever I need inspiration I head to Peony, one of the most charming…read moreclothing stores in New Orleans. It feels like being inside a magical snow globe. The tulle, beadwork, velvets, and silks are dizzying for the senses. Every display is imaginative and crafted with love. You can find many new independent female designers (Amur) as well as trusted classics (Diane Von Furstenberg and Jill Stuart). Their children's section is also my weakness! Every time we have a party or portrait made I make sure to stop here first!

Cute shop on Magazine. Stopped in while visiting from South Carolina. They have a variety of items…read morefrom hand crafted jewelry, cards, books, crafted candles, etc. The co-owner, Toni, and the young lady working at the register were delightful. I bought a few pairs of earrings, and it was hard to decide because there were so many that were cute. I will definitely be back.

I participated in a secret santa gift exchange for work and wanted to #supportlocal #supportnola…read morewhile still respecting the recipient's wish list. I had two key words to go off of: tea and candles. Hmmmmm.... I had my friend Eric tell me about The Collective Shop a few months back when he bought some prints and I obsessed about them at his house. I was told it had recently opened on Magazine Street (this was around Halloween) and it was not only #blackowned but #womanowned and #opentoall ! *sold* I had this ace in my pocket for a while now but wanted a reason to shop for someone else, besides myself, and have a proper visit to explore and shop. I'm notorious for buying gifts for myself then as I'm in my car realized that I needed to shop for whatever the occasion was for. The shop is so stinking cute and is about 2-3 blocks away from Drink Beauty. Honestly, I love taking a stroll on Magazine Street and just basking in the ambiance. Once I found the cute little shop, I made my way in and fell in love at first sight. Had the chance to meet Alysia, one of the owners and she showed me around. I had asked her if they offer shipping and they do if you hit a certain threshold. WINNING I mentioned about my secret mission and wanted to make sure this could be sent incognito. She was super awesome and handled the details once I provided the address. I even left the items there since I needed computer access to her address. They have their own loose leaf tea and were super informative on which ones work with alternative milks and best for chai lattes. What won me over though were their #vegan candles which Alysia and Toni make in-house! I took a few sniffs and selected my fave two scents. The smaller ones were $8 a pop and the larger ones were around $14. You can find tons of knick knacks around here and make sure to ask which items are made in-house. Really loved my experience here and this shop implements COVID-19 safety practices! I snagged my secret santa gift for a little over $30 and left with a huge smile on my face. I hope CM Anne F. likes it just as much when it arrives to her doorstep.

Lovely corner boutique housing all things cork:…read more Sandals Sneakers Money clips Corn purses Belts Hats Cell phone cases Tote bags Placemats Coasters Key chains YOU NAME IT! Order online, free shipping if there's something you can't find in-store. Service was very friendly & welcoming. ~Christy

I'm feeling the love for this petite boutique. I went in to check out the goods and immediately…read morefound the boots that I've been looking for...and on sale too, as we're heading into summer. While I like the idea of cork being a sustainable substitute for leather, the boots I bought were actually a combo of leather and cork, and are super comfortable. I will definitely return when it's time to replace my shoes, wallet and purse. Great stuff and a super helpful and friendly woman who assisted me.