This place is an absolute must stop and see if you're at Jackson Square. It's a throwback store with a huge variety of merchandise. They harken back to a time of rotary phones, zoltar fortune telling machines and vintage signs. A lot of the items are customizable with names and dates of your interested in that. These would make a seriously unique and awesome gift for anyone. They pretty much have signs and items for any occasion or profession. The staff was really helpful and if you purchase over 100 in orders through their website it's free shipping, so keep that in mind if you don't want to wait for something on-site. Overall: A Fun, unique store that has items from an early time! read more

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Came here on a quick vacation to Louisiana, was walking around Jackson Square and saw the hot air balloons on display and fell in love. The staff that had helped me that day were very patient with me and helpful. Unfortunately, the product I wanted was too large for my check in luggage so they had offered to ship it for me, saying it would take about two weeks. Half a week later, I was told that the product is now out of stock and it may take until late summer or early fall until I will receive my product. This initially made no sense to me because the lady that helped me showed me the physical box in store, exact color and size. Their first reasoning was that there may have been a waitlist for that product before I purchased it. This also did not make sense as the person who was selling it to me would have literally given me that very same box if I had been able to take it home with me through my check in luggage. And they followed up by saying that they must have over sold the product. This was very upsetting to me, because this was the one souvenir I had bought myself during my time in Louisiana. Very upset, I asked for a refund, which was processed in a timely manner. All in all, I'm not sure how this could've handled better. Maybe it would be better for the store overall if they were keeping up to date with their stock of items before selling them. It's probably no fault of the staff that works there but more likely management. Very friendly staff but can't help but feel very disappointed at the outcome. read more

This is a really cute shop and if you're into the "old timey" kind of decor like I am, you are sure to love it. Think back to the days of old metal signs, small gas stations, corner stores and soda shops and you will understand exactly what this store is all about. They offer a wide variety of "not so modern"-day items that are good conversation pieces and fun things to add to any collection. One thing that caught my eye was the hot air balloon mobile. I have no need for one, but I was tempted to get it just to add it to my home. A few things are a little bit ridiculous and out there. I had to roll my eyes at the portraits of different generations of presidents playing poker- not exactly something I would want in my study. Other things are cool: they have some unique decanters, wall art, compasses, jewelry and much more. If you're into things from "yesterday", this is a great place to visit. read more

We needed a rush order with expedited shipping for a going-away gift for our boss. They put a rush on it, and shipped it expedited delivery at no extra cost. The sign was awesome. A+ in our book. Will definitely buy from them again! read more

Fun to poke around and find signs and nostalgia related kitsch. Introduced my wife to Zoltar. Super friendly staff and they are more than happy to ship any purchases to your home (you are probably a tourist like me). read more

This was a super fun little home decor shop located right off of Jackson Square. They have tons of items ranging from mobiles to wall plaques, nautical and aeronautical items, and decorative barrels. The prices seemed very reasonable for what it was. If you're the type who likes to bring back gifts and souvenirs for family and friends, this would be a great place for you to check out. They also offered shipping. This was a great little find that I would have loved to have had more money and time to waste in. If we ever go back, this will definitely be on our list of places to visit. read more

This is an interesting store and a must visit for any aviator décor. They specialize in antique vintage replicas. They feature paintings of all the former presidents in one scene from Andy Thomas. A lot of fun items to be had. Very creative items and you'd find something for everyone even if you are not an aviator enthusiast. I certainly wasn't expecting this in New Orleans and I'm glad to be stumbled across this store in an otherwise very uninteresting mall. read more

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Had some mishap in the beginning but Andrea took care of it ASAP , thank you for such wonderful service

I found the coolest engineer sing in this store. The staff was helpful and friendly. I received it today and I couldn't be happier. Thanks sooooo much!! read more

ONLINE BUYER BEWARE!!! This is absolutely terrible. I bought what was advertised as a "1950s vintage clock" from their online store, and it ended up being a piece of crap built in 2008. I had always been nervous about buying antiques online, and this experience will be the first and last time I ever buy "antiques" online again. I researched the serial number from Coca Cola, and "A Simpler Time" ended up tripling the retail cost (the amount that I paid) from what coke sells the re manufactured product at. I am furious about the false advertisement and will be filing a case with the BBB with "A Simpler Time". DO NOT BUY HERE!!! read more

Must go and check out this unique and fun store! 1-10 scale of coolness: easily 10+ They have a working Zoltar machine. Fun!

You know, we went on a walking tour of The French Quarter. I noticed this shop today and decided to walk in and look around. I did see a great sign and thought it would look great in my wife's office, I also see an awesome bell with the Marine logo which would look great in our home since our son is a Marine. Well, The associate; Miranda had informed me of the details of how my purchases would be delivered to us if we purchased the "Nurse Practitioner" sign with my wife's name on it. I said okay, let us finished the tour and we'll return to purchase everything. Well, we went back, couldn't find the storefront display, so I went in to ask Miranda so I could show my wife. Well, This is where it goes South. I proceeded to ask Miranda about the sign, and all she kept asking me was "what's your question?" I was getting a little upset at this point and asked her if she needed some deep response, which meant I couldn't figure out what she wasn't getting when I asked "where's the sign you had out front?" At this point she lost the sale of around $600.00 because of her snarky attitude. To say we were upset with Miranda's attitude would be an understatement. I'm retired military and I hope as many people see this horrible review of this shop and just turn around because of Miranda's poor customer service. Maybe she needs to look for another job that doesn't work with the public. read more

A Simpler Time - Gift Shops Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This is a fun shop with a lot of great nostalgic items. They offer personalizable profession related gifts and decor and have an amazing attentive staff. If you know a professional that is hard to buy for go here and ask for help. You will come away with a one of a kind gift that they will cherish forever. read more