Royal Boutique

While on vacation, I stopped by this very tasteful boutique to get a dress for my girlfriend. Purchased a gorgeous blue Matma dress. My girlfriend absolutely ADORED it. Now I'm sorry I didn't buy any more. The lady who runs the shop is very sweet and informed, giving me very specific wash and care directions for the dress I bought. This place stood out to me from all the other dress shops in the French Quarter. I would not hesitate to go back. In fact, I'm super disappointed she doesn't have an online shop. I may be calling her via FaceTime just to see if I can purchase any other dresses I passed up. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Wonderful Asian / Indian clothing with a modern twist. Very friendly and helpful owner. BONUS, Also does alterations on site.

As a newbie to the alterations world, but someone who probably should have been doing it my whole life (heh-hem), I found Royal Boutique through the Yelposphere when I needed some clothes tailored before a trip and some work events.Ms. Zarina is in a little shop on Royal and St. Ann. It has a blue canopy outside the shop, but you have to look, because the shop is small. I digress. I went in on a Sunday needing 3 pants and a jumpsuit hemmed. She measured and pinned everything and said the turnaround was 3 days, probably two. 3 days was fine for me, since I arrived late Sunday afternoon. Each pair of pants is $15, unless they are special fabric or there are special things that need to be done to complete the hem job. My pantsuit is glitter material, so it was $22 for the job. Anyway. She called on Tuesday and let me know the items were ready and I picked them up on Wednesday - ready as promised. I have worn 2 of the 4 pants and they are perfect. And wow, it feels so fancy to have pants that are tailored JUST FOR YOU! I have been missing out! HA! Nonetheless, Ms. Zarina is kind and sweet - and she is my new tailor for all things. She is one of those women you meet and you instantly get that feeling that she is almost like your mom, so she will take care of you. Love her, and thank you Ms. Zarina if you see this!Extra bonus: she is open on weekends.

Bought something that was said to be my size but was about a size or two too big. It was already a bit expensive, so when the embroidery started coming undone after the second wear, it was definitely worth the price I paid. Won't be back.

I bout this gorgeous headpiece last year and finally for a chance to wear it. The doves were added by me however the piece works wonderfully by itself. The shop keeper is so nice, has some serious style of her own and is always willing to help your find something flattering. I love just peeking my head in the door to see her smile.

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.