Once you step inside, you will immediately see & feel the store's local charm & appeal to life and…read moreliving in the Trumbull area. The store has a selection of fine gifts, souvenirs, soaps, and more from authors & artisans that are a little off the beaten path, which you will not find in any chain store, franchise, or outlet. Some of their after holiday sales might make for a good deal. They are conveniently located in the same Madison Ave plaza that also has a very good restaurant & package store.

This store is a must see for anyone who adores quaint and lovely gift shops. Pure Poetry is an…read moreexquisite gift shop that I just recently discovered in Trumbull. It is absolutely beautiful. They offer candles, home furnishings, jewelry, pretty much anything you can think of. It is beautiful inside. I can't believe I didn't know about this place! I found them by chance. I think this is the perfect place for people who might want to do some Holiday shopping but do not want to brave (gulp) the MALL! I am one of those people who prefer a charming gift shop oozing warmth and New England charm to the impersonal business and crowded hassles of the big box stores and shopping malls. There is alot here to explore and it is easy to find and parking is ample. It reminds me of the lovely shops in Cape Cod and Maine, places I adore and do not see much of in Fairfield County. Now that I am aware of them, I will certainly be there frequently And here's a tip: they personalize many of their items, if you want that service. You just can't beat that. Highly recommended.

I came here because I was looking for some birthday and other occasion cards and read that they…read morehave the largest selection in the area. It's true! So many cards to choose from, all at different price points. Multiple aisles of greeting cards! This store also has clothes, kitchen items, toys, games, puzzles and lots of possible gift items for men, women and children. A bit pricey but a lot of fun to look around. I will definitely go here if I ever need any time of greeting card. Shared parking lot with other business.

I feel compelled to give this place a good review after reading some of the other comments. The…read moreparking lot was packed and chaotic, but hey, it's holiday season! And I waited too long to buy a few specific cards. I was greeted at the door with a friendly hello, and the check-out staff person was also very pleasant. The store was very busy, but there was no line at check out. A different staff person thanked me as I was leaving. I found everything I was looking for -- a special card for my mother, very nice holiday thank you cards for a few people who've gone above-and-beyond during the year, and value packs of multiple holiday and new year cards that were just fine / not tacky. I didn't browse the gift items, but it looked like there was a lot of good stuff to consider for future occasions.

Buying a gift or need some acquisition therapy? Mellow Monkey is the place to go. Also I…read morerecommend following Mellow Monkey on Facebook as the posts are extremely entertaining, except for the kimono posts, skip those. So many unusual items, most very nice and some very naughty. Friendly and informative staff. Prices from just a few dollars to over one thousand. Small tokens to large works of art. Trinkets and treasures. Wedding, anniversary, birthday, romantic and funny gifts for any occasion. It's an experience and not just a shopping trip. Be sure to get the loyalty card, you'll be back. I'm getting 20% off my next purchase! Say hi to Howard!

I was searching for an "unusual" store... Really I was looking for a place where I could find…read morelast-minute Christmas gifts that my family hadn't "seen" already. We do the bulk of our Christmas shopping this weekend and we tend to go into the same stores and so it can be a challenge to find unique items that will surprise them! Saw reviews about this place on Reddit and it lived up the hype! I found a beautiful stained glass piece and there was a whole room of reasonably priced Christmas decor! Excited to get these items home for them to unwrap!!!

We stopped at this lovely shop in Black Rock, Bridgeport looking for a shirt we had asked someone…read morethe night before where he had purchased it-Pious Bird! We were able to get 2 shirts of the Brigeport candy cane smoke stack, which was fantastic. It's a thing now. The store also has some gorgeous antiques, crystals, cards and locally made items. The store is well laid out and there are some great finds. The staff was so friendly and helpful. On street parking. Definitely stop by!

The owner of Pious Bird has a great eye for quality and artistry. Many of the items are handmade in…read moreConnecticut, with an emphasis on products by Black Rock craftspeople. I like the paintings of local spots around the neighborhood, including scenes from our beloved St. Mary's by the Sea. I also appreciate the selection of unique notecards, jewelry, antiques and housewares. On a recent visit, I was searching for gifts for friends and bought locally made hot/cold packs filled with flax seeds. My friends loved them!

The House of Char gift shop in Shelton is by far the best gift shop in not only Shelton, but…read moreConnecticut and my go-to for the best gifts around. The owner is so welcoming, kind and puts her heart and soul into this gem in Shelton. The selection from jewelry to clothes to home goods is perfection and I never leave this story empty handed. The prices are great and the owner hand wraps each gift you purchase with love and beautiful detail. The store is pure class and sophistication and every item she offers in the store is current, in fashion and always too notch. Do not miss this store- it is truly a one of a kind amazing place.

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