Going to Amy's is a special treat I give myself every week or two. I just moved and her place has…read morebeen a treasure chest of surprise finds to fine tune my style. It's not a thrift store but the prices are good and fair for quality second hand things. She has some new merchandise too. I've recently bought five pieces of furniture from her and today I'm dropping in hoping to find a couple of fall accent pieces. Can't wait!

It's a small store, but there were some very nice pieces that were reasonably priced. I'd like to…read morego back after my home built.

Wild Man Vintage is the real deal. If it's not at least 25 years old and carrying the ghost of a…read moremixtape breakup, it didn't make the cut. It bleeds personality--pure, unfiltered vintage glory. Every piece has a story, a vibe, maybe even a past life in a punk band. Dripping with legit retro energy, it doesn't dabble in throwbacks; it mainlines them straight to your soul. First time stepping in, I was hit with a full blast of cool. Effortlessly hip, unapologetically chill, peak Lawrence, Kansas. It's giving local legend, not tourist trap. I didn't buy anything--today. But wandering around was a blast. Every corner packed memories I forgot I had. This isn't just a shop; it's a time machine wrapped in flannel and funk. The guy working was a gem--super sweet. I wanted to give him my business. Next time, I'm not leaving without something that carries its own breakup anthem.

Went here for the first time a few weeks ago while visiting in Lawrence. Funky (as in FUN!) little…read moreresale shop that was full of awesome vintage surprises that were all tailored towards men! Found cool vintage western shirts with the pearl snaps for the hubby and all kinds of hats and socks for myself. For a small shop, they packed it in there! I WILL BE GOING BACK EVERY TIME I'M IN LAWRENCE! PHENOMENAL!

They put a price on a item then when I went to buy it said it's not for sale. Waste of time.read more

The prices are high and the owner was extremely rude. He followed me around the store and badgered…read moreme because I told him I was looking for old signs. It was very odd...he said he had some that someone was coming from out of town to look at but he would sell it to me if I offered him more money. Don't shop here!

Totally dragged my feet coming here, over one year later I finally made it in. I was skeptic…read morebecause so many boutiques are expensive and a little "uppity". I could not have been more wrong. This is the cutest local shop in Shawnee with so much to offer and from so many local artists. There is so many items to see in this little places, you have to go slow and just take in the complete laid back atmosphere. Do not miss any nooks or crannies. A great place to treat yourself, find top notch local apparel and one of a kind gifts for anyone from brides to hosts. So happy I made it in and I will most definitely be back.

This is a great shop packed with lots of great finds. Some things new, some antique, some…read morerepurposed. Cool place to find unique gifts. I found an awesome repurposed window with a bible verse stenciled on the glass. It was just what I had been looking for all day at the west bottoms and didn't find quite the right one. This was my first time at B's and the owner was so nice. I will definitely be back.

I love all things arts and crafts. And someone at The Etc. Shop seems to too. There's all kinds of…read moreFrank Lloyd Wright and Charles Renne Macintosh inspired jewelry and accessories. Of course there are other things too -- that's where the Etc. comes in -- but it's always the art deco stuff that attracts my attention. The posh Brighton collection is apparently The Etc. Shop claim to fame. The coordinated accessories, which include shoes, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, belts and more, are very nice, but they're not any more attractive than the other accessories throughout the store and a bit pricey for my taste. If I splurge here, I'll take the ultra cool Macintosh-inspired lamps over the pricey-but-average Brighton items any day.

ANOTHER Brighton shop! How many does Kansas need?…read more This one sells Brighton, Italian charms, and Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home furnishings (lamps, furniture, pottery). Because of this, it is a bit more interesting than just the boring Brighton collection (which is their main focus, carrying the whole line). A bit expensive, but then again charms do come from Italy, and the jewelry is high quality being hand made sterling silver. The home decor is quite nice, being an art deco (FLW influence) style. But the Brighton does overpower, making me gag a little on all the coordinated, shiny, accessories. If I were re-decorating, this is the place to come to give my place some stylish touches, but otherwise...might just have to pass by next time I'm in Lawrence...