While shopping in old town Zionsville, my wife wanted to stop by Green Apple to see what type of…read moreboutique it was. So glad we did! The shop is small, but makes the most of its space with displays and wall hangings of fashionable athletic wear. There is a small office with a cutout window that the shop owner, Shelly, can welcome customers. After just a few minutes of shopping, it was clear that Shelly has a real passion and knowledge of her products and the customers she hopes to serve. My wife kept finding items she liked and Shelly was able to tell her whether the brand ran large or small, was able to show other pieces that would coordinate with the piece, and some other products/accessories that might be useful. One of the cool options is that she has a customer list that you can sign up for online to periodically receive gift boxes selected for you based upon the profile you provide. You have the option to select frequency, dollar limits, piece limits, etc. You keep what you like and pay only for those and send the undesired pieces back. You can stop by anytime to meet with Shelly to fine tune your choices. Some folks even do this as a gift option for friends/relatives. One more thing: They do have a small selection Matilda Jane children's clothing that you can browse inside the shop. If you want to find quality clothing for your athletic endeavors that will easily transition to stylish wear "on the go", stop by and check this out! Review #2199

Shelly the owner had a great eye and brings beautiful styles to this cute store. My favorite…read morestylist Michaela is always ready with a smile and makes great suggestions. Stop by whenever you are close to Zionsville!

Amazing & cute space...such a chic atmosphere! Unique & original designs! A little of everything…read moreyou need to round out a great look for any occasion. Love that it is local fashion :D

Nikki Blaine is one of (if not THE HOTTEST) fashion designers Indianapolis and Noblesville has to…read moreoffer. You can walk into her boutique with a blank canvas or a sketch and walk out a STAR! It is Nikki, her creations, and her positivity that helped raise my self esteem as a young girl. Nikki Blaine Couture is a one stop shop that offers everything from casual, evening, prom, wedding, swimwear, children's wear, handbags, runway couture and more! She has won many local awards, been featured in local newspapers and news segments as well as has had the honor of crafting creations for some of Hollywood's top starlets. To top it off Nikki has had at least one of her pieces make it into the White House, HOW COOL IS THAT? If you want something that no one else has that makes you the center of attention I highly advise you to seek out Nikki and her expertise! Her boutique is located in the heart of downtown Noblesville and she is available on Facebook as well as by visiting her fabulous website www.nikkiblainecouture.com where you can see more of her work as well as shop online!

These bouquets were so pretty and a great value!!! I also love that they sent me pictures of how…read morethe bouquets turned out. I hate not knowing what they ended up looking like. I also felt that the basic version of each bouquet was very beautiful. Sometimes, those basic versions are pretty skimpy.

This was my first visit to this independent, small business flower shop in the Village on. Main…read moreStreet. The shop is filled with Christmas arrangements, house plants and brilliant poinsettias. The clerk was busy with other customers when I visited, but she still made an effort say hello and to welcome me. Arrangements are made to order. The colorful flowers made the cold day seem much brighter. The prices seemed high, but I have not bought flowers in a while. They carry a few gift and decor items. A number of Christmas themed stuffed animals were on display and would make perfect gifts for children. I like to support these local businesses that take pride in their work. There is free public parking across the street, but spaces are hard to come by, so go early.

Don't go into the shoe department and try to return something because you might run into AJ . He's…read morevery rude. The only really rude person I have ever come in contact with Nordstrom!!

Excellent customer service!!!!! I didn't get the floor manager's name (male) but he went WAY ABOVE…read moreand beyond to help me look for a dress with pockets I didn't find what I wanted in a dress, but he left no stone unturned. I greatly appreciate all of his help....he is a TRUE ROCK STAR!!! I did purchase the most beautiful pair of Adidas... They spoke to me as soon as I entered the shoe department! When I checked out, my cashier was Bridgette!!! WOW!!! She totally killt it!!! She was so incredibly personable, funny, and willing to give me suggestions on what to use inside my sandals to help my foot not hurt, and just overall was SUPER SWEET!!! Parking is never a problem, the location is prime, and prices are pretty good. It's not a mall, per se, but I always get the mall shopping feeling when I shop here. They have just about anything you need (dresses with pockets) in every section of the building. It's one of my favorite places to shop. Thanks, Kohl's.

Global Gifts is unexpectedly interesting and filled with exquisite artisan gifts and goods that are…read moreguaranteed fair trade. The shop is a hidden gem in a tiny strip mall in Nora. We stopped by after visiting a neighboring restaurant. The clerk was part of a volunteer staff and was friendly and welcoming. She told us about the sourcing of the merchandise. She also reminded me of their second location on Mass Ave. Several things caught my eye, especially the hand crafted "quilled" greeting cards. The handmade dresses and shirts are colorful and lovely. Handmade baskets, carvings and stuffed animals were among the merchandise. Prices are reasonable. I snagged a dark chocolate candy bar before leaving and have my eye on a pair of earrings. There's plenty of parking in the strip mall lot. Worth a visit.

In a weird way, I've grown up with Global Gifts. Global Gifts is an Indy-based fair trade and…read moreethically made gift shop. It's a non-profit organization that has grown since it's first location opened in 1988 on north Michigan Road. At the time, I was a fumbling and bumbling adult and the manager, Julie, was a kind-hearted soul who welcomed my presence even though my income at the time meant I hardly ever spent anything. Global Gifts now has multiple locations and the Michigan Road spot is long gone. I now live in Lawrence and this spot is likely my closest option. I believe the other two locations still open are Mass Avenue here in Indy and a spot in Bloomington, IN. Global Gifts began in the 1980's as a project of First Mennonite Church with a commitment to Fair Trade products. 30 years later, Global Gifts continues its strong commitment to fair trade - this means the products you buy at Global Gifts support fair wages, gender equity, and dignified working conditions. They work with some familiar names, such as Equal Exchange, while also including lots of other individual and organizational vendors from around the world in offering products that are reasonably priced and free of a lot of the ethical concerns so often associated with coffee, jewelry, and other products from around the world. As a non-profit, a good number of the folks you encounter in the stores in each location are volunteers with a few paid staff that work across the organization and manage the retail centers. As I noted, this particular shop relocated recently from a spot in in the same strip center as Whole Foods. Due to some decisions by Kite Realty, several of the longtime vendors have departed and Global Gifts found this spot in a small strip center just south of East 86th Street on Westfield Boulevard. They are directly next to the new Illumine Coffee. Global Gifts is at the north end of the Strip Center. There's a ramp right at the end of the building and it's better to use than the south end (though the south end is more visible, I noticed multiple obstacles to access on the strip center's sidewalk. It's an older strip center and the sidewalk is somewhat narrow). Global Gifts noted during my visit that they'd already noticed a problem with accessibility when their door is open due to the narrow sidewalk. It's nice visiting businesses who are aware. This location is a bit longer than its predecessor. However, it's a tad more narrow. That said, I found this location MUCH more wheelchair friendly. No comparison. It may be how products are placed, but I was amazed how much it felt like I could wheel around without being concerned about hitting anything. The store itself is usually packed with a wide variety of goods made from around the world. While you can certainly spend a decent chunk of cash here, the prices are easily below many retail outlets in most cases and, again, you're supporting indie artisans and a non-profit organization. There's a strong "craft" vibe here with items ranging from jewelry to paper goods to home interiors to coffees, teas, and candies to children's toys to books and much more. I'm not quite ready to say that Global Gifts is 100% Fair Trade, given that they do support and carry some items from local people (especially in books) but I can easily say the vast majority would qualify as Fair Trade and I know the shop itself is certified as Fair Trade. There's a progressive spirit here - for example, their book options nearly always celebrate banned books and indie publishers. There's only a few books here, however, they're always great ones. While I'm a lot less bumbling than I used to be, I still love the staff and volunteers here. I learned today that the assistant manager actually drives from Lafayette to work here. That's commitment. A word of caution to the "quick" shopper. As most of those staffing the store and the cash registers (there are two) are volunteers, you may not necessarily get the hyper-speed of your usual retail outlet. Sometimes, volunteers have questions or have something happen they don't quite understand. It's helpful to have just a little bit of patience here. I've never reached the point of frustration myself here, but those more geared toward quick in-and-out visits may want to lower expectations a notch. They also have a rewards program that is worth signing up for. You can also order an awful lot online. Overall, Global Gifts remains one of my favorite places to shop for just about any occasion and for myself. The shop is small, but the mission is large and with a 30+ year history they've clearly succeeded in building something special here. If you're in the area, give them a try and now that they're next to an awesome coffeeshop this is just a great corner to visit.

The owner is truly the sweetest! The service and selection are always amazing, and I've had nothing…read morebut great experiences every time I stop into Tangerine Cards & Gifts. Love this little shop!

Best cards in the Midwest! I love the cards here and this is where I shop when I need the perfect…read morecard! The selection is hilarious and unique. They also carry a number of interesting gifts including jewelry, candles, soaps, books, scarves and much more. They also carry seasonal items. The small shop is in a little strip mall behind other stores. There is parking directly in front of the store. It's one of those places that you find by mistake and are glad you did. The clerks are always friendly and willing to help you find the perfect gift. I'll be back, next time I need a card.

Great locally owned store with a wonderful selection of gifts including jewelry, accessories, items…read morefor your home and so much more!

I really like this shop. It's fun! It reminds me of a lot of the shops in Broad Ripple when there…read morewere a lot of shops in Broad Ripple... Twisted Sisters has a great variety of gifts and many different themes and types of gifts. They have a lot of unique items that I don't see in other shops. One thing I really appreciate about the shop is the people working there are friendly and willing to help you find a great gift for someone. That's rare, in my experience. It's easy to find and it's a convenient location. There is ample parking. The other thing I have to mention is they will add tissue paper to your little brown paper bag and dress it up, if it is a gift and then you don't have to bother wrapping it yourself! That's a big plus for me. It is becoming my go to place when I need a fun and unique gift.

Got a great deal on Merrell shoes. They have a wide selection of outdoor shoes, clothing, workout…read moreequipment, and camping gear. It's part of the TJ Max family of stores, so it takes some time to go through their shelves of offerings, but you'll walk away with some well-priced items. Parking lot is big as they're located in a shopping center. It's not too busy, so waiting in line to checkout is never a long wait.

Missing the variety of actual markdowns like the Normal Illinois location but still packed full of…read moreso much variety, hiking, outdoor, camping, travel, shows, and high quality brands and unique styles for all sorts, this makes TJ Maxx and Ross look like a Goodwill! We found a fantastic selection of clothing, super food mushroom powder, and fun staff taking care of restocking fitting room items and making sure check out is much faster than all others. Can easily recommend.