The Yummiest Accessories in New Orleans

PHINA

★★★★☆ 4.2 (10)

"Oh look! There's another store with the same name on Vets. OK. Lots of the same fun stuff as the Magazine store but with 2x the space.They did not have any clay bingles. (I was just checking. I only need one. Research is important.) But they did have a lot more kids stuff, including adorable king cake pjs which I want in grown person sizes. And some clothes, not just tshirts, and more purses.The staff was helpful and the store is well laid out. Watch out for the crazy parkers in this lot with Barnes & Noble and Applebees all using the same lot."

Gem De France

★★★★☆ 3.8 (20) • $$

"Great selection of household items all sourced from France. My first visit here was on a really wet September day, looking for absinthe glasses for a birthday present. I lived here at the time, and had scoured the Quarter antique shops for such a thing, only to discover that they could only be had at breathtakingly high prices. Like, really? kind of prices. The realization that what I wanted could only be had at a price that far exceeded my pocketbook led me to start thinking of looking for reproductions, a concept I once would have found odious, but what, considering this rather large discrepancy between what I wanted and what I might have, I was increasingly embracing. When I stumbled, drenched and disheartened, upon Gem de France, I was really happy. They have lovely absinthe glasses. And absinthe spoons, both which I purchased quickly and happily.My second visit to this shop was today. I remembered my good luck at finding it the first time, and went in looking for nothing in particular, but leaving, a half hour later, with some beautiful cloth napkins. The woman who owns this shop is enthusiastic and knowledgeable, so casual shoppers, you've been warned. When her sales tactics became too high pressure for my husband, who wanted to talk to me about our purchase without intrusion, he only had to say a word and she left us to work out our negotiations alone. I would remind all shoppers that knowledge of this quality is priceless. Enjoy!"

odAOMO

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"I found this shop by accident last year....beautiful designs, fabrics and jewelry at more than fair prices for such unique designs. I finally purchased a bad and a choker necklace. I am not much of a shopper - so I'm always aware I won't exactly be anyones best customer- but, they treated me like I was. They are warm and welcoming. I am looking forward to adding to a collection of really stunning clothing and jewelry as I can. This really is a special shop."

Beatrixbell Handcrafted Jewelry

★★★★★ 5 (5) • $$

"Happened upon the store while taking a walk. We are staying at Bed & Breakfast on the Point. Fell in love with the unique gifts and jewelry. She even customized earrings for me on the spot! Got a cute voodoo doll there as well I plan to keep on my sofa at home in Texas. I will be back next month and be back! Thank you for your hospitality."

Elle Boutique

★★★★☆ 3.6 (5)

"I was wandering along this section of Magazine Street and I realized that I had never wandered into this women's clothing store. PLUS I saw beaucoup customers coming out of it with shopping bags and smiles.Turns out it's their end of season sale! So I tried on a variety of pieces and I was successful too! The staff person was really sweet but busy as she was the only one working. This shop has definitely been in this location for a bit so I was surprised it wasn't already listed in Yelp. The sizes do tend to run a bit small but that's sort of the norm in these small boutiques."

Monomini

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"Super cutesy kids boutique located on Magazine Uptown. A great variety of kids clothes, shoes, and toys! You won't be disappointed when entering this place!!"

Sue's Jewelry

★★★★☆ 4.4 (13)

"I walked in knowing that I wanted nothing but the label pearls. I'm not a savvy jewelry buyer, but the sales Lady Michelle or Melissa, I can't remember, was very patient and helpful, she found me the perfect piece for my girlfriend, and I wound up buying the whole set. Girlfriend went crazy over it, score one for me, score one for Sue's jewelry."

Baby One

★★★☆☆ 3 (4) • $$

"Cute little store for baby and toddler clothing. A little on the pricey side. They had some cute toys like Melissa and Doug puzzles. It's worth a look and not just for tourists. I didn't see anything I had to have."

Lionheart Prints

★★★★★ 4.8 (31) • $$

"Such a fun shop on Magazine Street that I got to explore and take a look for some gift shopping I need to do soon. I didn't know this at first but they offer classes such as calligraphy, printing, and typography.All of their designs are unique and made in-house by their owner. I really like those steampunk looking machines they use in order to make all the cards. It was super cool to see them in action!The cards here are super fun and definitely have a fun sense of attitude on them. Lionheart also has cards for occasions that you wouldn't realize you need until you see them here.You can also pick up some pens, candles, and a few other gift items that fall in this realm. Super cool spot and totally worth checking out!"

LIVE nola

★★★★★ 4.9 (11) • $$$

"Very nice high end store. The guys are so humble and down to earth. Expensive authentic clothing. The interior is very artsy contemporary with a present culture theme. If you need a nice sporty piece while in New Orleans this is the place."

Glue New Orleans

★★★☆☆ 3 (26) • $$

"While I'm sure that Glue would appeal to some people, it's just not one of the "nicer" vintage stores in the city. A lot of the stuff in this store I wouldn't even consider vintage. I mean, sure, I like a ratty looking AC/DC shirt as much as the next gal, but I doubt that I would rush out to buy one for 30 bucks and call it vintage.The place is packed with what I guess some people would call "hipster" clothes (I HATE that term, btw.) but if you are looking for something a little fancier, you would probably be better off going next door to On the Other Hand."

SJ Nola

★★★☆☆ 3 (2)

"I never shopped at a boutique before, so I wanted to treat myself. Well let's just say 90% of my closet are clothing from SjNola. The owner and staff are wonderful people. I'm also happy to stay, I get asked to model clothes and I'm on her website as well. This is the best place to shop in LaPlace. Go and take a look and I bet you want be able to stay away like me. I love this place, I'm hooked."

Sorellas

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"My fave 'go to' boutique for classy, bourgie, ratchet! Well, maybe not ratchet lol. The owner Farrah is super kind. She knows her clients and has fun business initiatives. I also like her shoes, belts and jewelry."

Candy Apple

★★★★☆ 4 (2)

"This is an adorable new shop in one of those little squares on Metairie Rd. I was great as soon as I walked in and, although the shop is small, there's a lot packed in here.There's an assorted number of cute gifts and accessories and everything is fairly priced. I got a top that will be perfect for Spring and I loved their selection of jewelry and hand bags. This is a great place to check out if you're shopping for yourself or looking for a nice gift."

Cella's

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"I love this store! Really stylish and trendy clothing and a friendly staff, what more could you ask for?I was greeted with a friendly "hello" as soon as I walked in the store and I began looking over their merchandise. I love the big windows that let natural light into the store and the layout is perfect for easy shopping.For me, the star of the store was all of the accessories. They had a great selection of necklaces, bracelets and sunglasses and candles that smell amazing. I snagged a cute necklace for myself with ease. The clothing is really nice, high quality and enough to make you fit in at any party. I want to go on a shopping spree here soon.This shop is worth the stop!"

Orcie Boutique

★★★☆☆ 3 (2)

"I went to this establishment a couple of weeks looking for some shades that a friend had on. It was too much going on. And the owner was all over the place. I also picked up some earrings and lost one cause the backs were too big for them. They kept slipping off until eventually I finally lost them. Definitely won't recommend this business. It was a waste of a ride to the westbank"

Jeantherapy

★★★★☆ 3.6 (21) • $$$

"Since I'm not generally in this store's demographic, the staff mostly just ignores me. But that's OK with me. I'm usually in this shop to peruse the accessories and selection of local tshirts.I haven't shopped for actual jeans here in years since that didn't go well the last time I tried. On the other hand, they do have lots of the jean brands that folks in the know want to buy. (I mostly just want jeans that actually fit and aren't overly embellished.) So for a large selection of styles take a gander. And maybe you'll hit the jackpot of style and fit."

California Drawstrings

★★★★☆ 3.8 (21) • $$

"The Mr was looking for some nice Panama Shirts & there were lots of fun colors in the windows of California Drawstrings that beckoned us inside....There were fancier shirts & more casual shirts - all in the same "Panama-style" we were looking for & we ended up getting 2 of the more casual solid colored & 1 fancy striped linen number that were so comfy & cool.Also saw a bunch of shorts, pants, jackets & hats.....they have it all!You'll find ladies' wares on the right-side of the shop & men's on the leftThe staff was outrageously nice & we had a great time chatting about their upcoming trip to San Francisco - hope yall love it!!Totally impressed & we'll be back for sure next time we're down South!"

The Purple Tiger Boutique

★★★★☆ 4 (2)

"Cute store. There are a wide selection of sizes, though the larger the size, the longer the pants, which is unhelpful to short people who need a larger size. Friendly employees. Prices are a bit high, but the quality is good."

Road Kill

★★★★☆ 4 (79) • $$$

"This shop is on regular rotation for just about all my fancy costume needs and I'm glad it's conveniently located on Decatur in the French Quarter. What I especially appreciate is how helpful the employees are. The other day I was looking for the ladies version of my husband's elaborate jacket that gets him compliments whenever he wears it on parade day or Mardi Gras itself. Although there wasn't a ladies version, I was helped out to find a long button-up vest that was the perfect match. I'm still thinking on it but will likely go back and purchase it. Items here are of better quality than other similar shops, so this of course commands a higher price. It's not just costumes though. Looking for goth/steampunk/new romantic/rockabilly styles? They've totally got you here. The shoe collection is also impressive. While the front of the store appears small, it goes back pretty deep and I have no doubt you'll find whatever your dark little heart desires here."

Regarding Fresh

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (4)

"I've been getting my streetwear fix on trips to visit the fam in Los Angeles and via Internet shopping. No more! We originally visited the Baton Rouge location, as it is the only one listed as an official The Hundreeds stockist, and were informed while shopping that the original store location was in New Orleans. So when we came home, we visited as well. Because you know. That makes sense and all.Located on N. Peters right across from Canal Place and next to Coyote Ugly, re:fresh is the kind of store that seems right at home on Fairfax Avenue in the Melrose district, passed by by tourists and sought out by skater/streetwear kids looking to get their hands on a limited selection of The Hundreds, Billionaire Boys Club, Bathing Ape (!!!!), and Dee & Ricky (who made a recent appearance leaving behind a rare selection of their coveted Lego goods). I think we even spotxed some Mighty Healthy in there?? Great selection of sneakers, carefully culled, and not just Nikes. Excellent customer service by an extremely friendly and helpful staff, ready to chat up labels, prices, and grab a size before you even ask. They host events in the space, apparently, and co-host others elsewhere, most recently of interest, the official Drake Jazzfest after party. Prices are exceedingly reasonable, although you should not be expecting single digit deals. Supporting small independent labels and small stores has its price: high. However, in one day, over two locations, we bought 3 tees, a button-up, and a pair of shoes, all at discounted prices, and coming out to less than $150. I look forward to coming back and checking out what lines take the place of the current table of discounted winterwear!"

Forever New Orleans

★★★★☆ 4 (2)

"I was strolling around the city and came across this charming little boutique. This family-owned business was established in 2007, and there are two other locations on Royal St. (Rue Royal) If you are looking for a nice, quality souvenir or a thoughtful gift that proudly represents the Crescent City - this is the place! They carry a wide variety of products ranging from apparel, accessories, home décor, books, fragrances, candles, & locally made products. All three shops have different inventory so don't hesitate to visit them all. Most of the items are handmade or locally sourced and the prices are reasonable. Everything was neatly organized, which made it easy & enjoyable to browse at my leisure. The salesclerk that assisted me with my purchase was an absolute doll! I will definitely stop by every time I'm in town."

Funrock'n

★★★★☆ 3.9 (14) • $$

"This is a great place to go to get all types of weird crazy goodness. This is the land of geekdom and I love it. Lots of stuff from back in the day definitely check it out.Once I got a Women in the War from their first campaign back in the 40s lunch pail. Now tell me that's not a random goodness buy."

Royal Boutique

★★★★★ 4.5 (6) • $$

"I found the Royal Boutique completely by accident but I am so glad that I did. This tiny shop doesn't really have a sign but it is immediately next door to Bourbon French Parfums. If you are facing the perfume shop front door, this boutique is just to the left side. A pink scarf with hand crocheted edging caught my eye so I went in. This tiny shop is just crammed with things to the point you wonder, how can anyone find anything in here? But here is my advice, strike up a conversation with the lady owner and point out something you like. All of a sudden, she will magically help you find some other things that are exactly right for your complexion and style. Unique things that you never knew you needed. The owner of this tiny shop does alterations on the spot for all the fancy high end hotel shops around the French Quarter. Dress too long? Run it to her for a fast hemming job and then it's perfect. Need your pants tailored? Pop in and she can probably have it done the same day or at least by the next day. She also makes custom long sleeve shrugs. They're so cool I bought three of them. One for me, and two for unique gifts. Mine is a sheer fabric, long sleeves over your arms, but the part that goes behind the shoulders is embroidered with fancy peacocks and their feathers sort of float down your shoulders. Elegant, unique, and it won't break the bank. Shrugs are $45 and she will custom make one in your desired colors and pattern if you're willing to wait and have it shipped. This shop also carries scarfs from India with fancy beading or crochet or embroidery. Scarves run around 30 dollars because of all the workmanship on them. Have you ever wanted a fully bead- encrusted sparkly brassiere, the kind the girls who do belly dancing wear? She has those! Did you ever want some rhinestoned out custom top with bling in ornate designs? The more conservative belly dancer look, if you'll pardon my lack of better description. She can make you that too. Or maybe you needed some earrings with Middle Eastern flair? She has lots of those as well. This tiny shop packs a big punch. Most people don't even know it is there. Stop in and get yourself something unique for your wardrobe. Everyone will want to know where you got it. You'll be happy to have such a remarkable, wearable souvenir of your trip to NOLA. and yes, she takes debit and credit. Seriously, if you have a winter event that involves a strapless dress, go get yourself a shrug to stay warm with flair. Nothing pulls down an outfit faster than a ratty, everyday coat over an evening dress."

George Bass

★★★★★ 5 (5) • $$$$

"I went in to inquire about purchasing a pair of Alden cordovan shoes. They informed me that stored don't really hold a stock of Alden's cordovans, but they'd me more than happy to order a pair from the next run that would be produced and let me decide if I want them once I an see them in person. It was extremely nice of them to do this, as they would essentially have to purchase the shoes from the manufacturer with no guarantee that I would buy the shoes from them. To make a long story short, they fit perfectly, and I am now a very happy customer."

Fleurty Girl

★★★★☆ 3.6 (59) • $$

"For the first time ever, Fleurty Girl let me down. Something about this store changed and while some people may find it better, this guy did not.So first, lets try and figure out the answer to the question you're bound to ask. Why is a dude named John in a store with the word girl? Look, it's 2019 you judgmental randos. But really, FG used to be a great place to get small gifts. It was always my go-to at Christmas to get stocking stuffers and small LA themed items. So this past Christmas I was on my way down Causeway Blvd when I decided this would be the place to stop to get something for my kids.Going shopping in Metaire during the Christmas season was probably my first mistake. Parking was limited and the store was packed with people. Everyone who knows me knows I am very patient and love crowds so that didn't bother me in the least (sarcasm font in case you didn't get it).Despite the crowds I knew I needed some stuff for juveniles so I perused the store. I couldn't find anything. It wasn't because there was a lack of stuff, the store was filled with stuff. It just seems that there has been a shift towards more expensive items. Again, maybe it was just the time of year, but I had hoped to find some cheap necklaces or costume jewelry pieces and couldn't find anything that fit what I wanted. One bad experience doesn't really sour me on the chain as a whole. My other experiences here have been great.Will I be back? I am sure I will since it is right on my route to and from work. Lets hope the next time I can find the items I want."

Forever New Orleans

★★★★☆ 4.1 (7) • $$

"My go-to when shopping for gifts in the quarter. Though they boast several locations, they are not identical in terms of goods they carry. Their collections are beautifully shopped with a wide array of tastes, styles and prices. Inventory doesn't move so fast that you feel pressure to quick purchase as well as changing often enough that I'm always finding something new. If you're local present your ID to earn 10% off each purchase."

French Quarter Vintage

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"Good service. Fair prices and some hidden gems. Very fun store to shop for cool vintage items."

Azby's

★★★☆☆ 3 (15) • $$$

"Of the stores in this stretch of Magazine, I'd say this place is on the medium pricey side. But the quality of the clothes reflects that. The selection is good and reflects a range of styles rather than just one type of look.When I was there last weekend, they were having an excellent sale with many of their winter shoes clearanced at $50 per pair. And with racks of clothing divided by price. I tried on a handful of dresses that ranged in price from $250 to $75. And score! My favorite was a half priced item. The sales people were OK. but clearly it would pay to be a regular here. The accessories did look interesting but I was trying to keep the spending to a minimum so I didn't browse. Definitely worth a perusal when you're looking for something new."

Fleurty Girl Store

★★★★☆ 4.2 (89) • $$

"If you love NOLA you gonna LOVE Fleurty Girl! The best place to pick up all those cute NOLA gifts & swag for all the people you love. They were out of a lot of sizes of the cute t-shirts but it was Madi Gras so that happens. Ugh. It's really remarkable that they had any inventory at all as many people were there! Lol Fleurty Girl is cute "NOLA girl" In-style lol :)) Will return!"

QT Pie Boutique

★★★★☆ 4.1 (16) • $$

"This is a really nice store in the Quarter, that actually reminded me a little of Trashy Diva.They have long and short fashion dresses as well as nice boutique items. I would say that a lot of the stuff here is perfect for a night out on the town or just any day when you feel like dressing up and feeling pretty.They also carry fashionable lingerie and shoes."

Art Bazaar and Home Decor

★★★★★ 4.6 (9)

"There are gorgeous lamps in this shop from Turkey that are handmade. I loved them, but since I'm planning on moving in the next year, I figured I'd wait. They have nice clothes - pashimas, jackets, etc. They had inexpensive jewelry sets, rings, etc. I found a Hamsa wall hanging. A Hamsa is a talismanic symbol that people believe protect them from evil forces. It is suppose to bring good luck, fertility, goodness and abundance. So of course I had to buy a pretty one for $10!"

WhatsNew

★★★★☆ 4.3 (14) • $$

"Visited this location on 03/07/20 While spending a few days in NOLA, we did lots of walking and shopping for quirky and different things. Walked into WhatsNew and found them having lots of souvenirs items and yet they had different handmade creative items throughout as well. Wound out getting a small magnetic mask for my parents fridge ($4) and a Creole one ($4.5) for myself which had lovely colors."

Gena Beauty Supply

★★☆☆☆ 2 (1)

"I've visited this beauty supply store a handful of times over the years. How you're treated depends on the day. So I decided it was time to provide their first review. Pros: -Every hair product you can think of. -Inexpensive shoes -Clothing -Accessories - Fairly reasonable pricing - convenient location Cons: - Practices ((1)overcharged for an item more than once, (2) add'l charge if item less than $5 and using a card) - Service - Store is cramped. Items on the floor at the register and everywhere in between. When I pointed out I was overcharged by .50 on today's visit. A gentleman who was stocking approached and said it was an accident. I said it was okay. There was a line of 2-3 people behind me, so he instructed me to step to the side so he could take care of them first before addressing my concern. When I pushed back, he begrudgingly handled it. What happened next was in poor taste and dishonest. He said "I'm giving you an extra five cents for the mistake". I didn't respond but when I counted, it was $.55 which was the amount owed because a 10% sales tax was applied. However, he accomplished his goal - sarcasm and to suggest he did something for me after I informed them I was overcharged. It is experiences like these that leave me wondering if others are mistakenly charged in small increments who might not catch it. It's a cautionary tale to always review your receipt before you leave the store."

Dirty Coast

★★★★★ 5 (4)

"It was our last day in NOLA and I still needed a few gifts for friends, I'm so glad we entered this cute lil store!They have something for everyone, stickers, shirts, socks, soaps.... I even found the most perfect lil gator ornament for my Xmas tree!! The store is very clean and organized, customer service was great and we were in and out very quickly. I will definitely stop by again on our next trip!"