There is so much to see in the Merchantile. It's a great concept that's up and popping now. Various…read moreartists and entrepreneurs secure spots to display and sell their metchadise. It's a great way to get new, unique items. After you find what you want, then you go to a centralized checkout counter. The staff are wonderful. They try to answer questions about items even though they are not the owners of the merchandise. There is accessible parking and entrance.

I stopped by The Merchantile in Phoenix to check out what they had to offer! What I found is a…read moresuper cute boutique-style marketplace where local crafters can showcase their homemade items. They have different crafters that offer really cute AZ-themed items. There are customer book sleeves, stickers, clothing, hats, stuff for your pets, you name it. Prices are a little higher since most things are handmade, but if you're looking for something unique and from Arizona, I suggest stopping in and seeing what you can find.

I've been shopping at Alixandra Collections for over 10 years, and this newer location was perfect…read more It definitely has more of an upscale vibe here, but the selection is curated, chic and cute. They definitely have trendier pieces and even luxury items that can become staples in your closet. Prices will vary all throughout the store and the workers are always so kind. This location also has adorable gifts and jewelry!

Ali by Alixandra Collections is their sister store with mostly, sport attire for tennis and…read morepickleball. Lately, they've added really cool casual wear that has a very comfy vibe. Great sweaters, tops and dresses!! Great prices as well. And don't forget to check out the great gifts and jewelry. ALWAYS, the friendliest, most helpful staff!!!

This place is home decor GOLD! It was totally worth my long drive out to Gilbert simply for the…read moreprices alone. They have lots of large items like furniture, lighting, rugs etc at discounted rates, around 50% off regular retail. It's somewhat easy to miss since it's nestled between other business buildings but once itself it's quite large. During my visit I ended up with just a candle but I'd definitely stop here next time I need new funiture. I know they will hold items for you but they do not offer delivery so make sure to make your own arrangements.

Made a quick run again to grab a few things for our bathroom. Check out was a totally different…read moreexperience from the last time. I purchased a mirror and didn't even ask about bubble wrap, I knew where the self service station was. She said give me just a quick second I'm going to wrap it for you. I looked up a bit surprised and said thank you. She packaged all my items so nicely. The only problem this time was I didn't get her name. An extra sale on top of outlet prices made it a decent deal!! Thanks again lady with the beautiful platinum blonde hair.

Super cute boutique that relocated from a smaller location, now to a more sunnier open space…read more Cute dresses shirts and outerwear ranging from 30s to 100s. Appreciate their unique pieces. Love their locally made goods such as stickers, pins and ornaments (during the holiday season) Customer service very friendly. Good value for your money. I found a cute purse in the sale section for $28! Will definitely return again :)

The absolute cutest boutique in downtown Phoenix! Bunky Boutique is filled with a combination of…read morelocal goods, handcrafted items, and curated fashion. I'm always excited to browse and see what I can find. There are always plenty of affordable gifts like stickers, keychains, cards, and tote bags. There are also adorable home decor items, high-quality fashion from larger brands like Rhythm, and much more. I found my latest art print here that fit so well with my kitchen decor! This Bunky location is also connected to Dialog, where you can get your daily espresso and browse artistic home goods and books, and a new Mexican restaurant if you want to extend your stay.

Stopped here after meeting up with my friends and As soon as, I walked into Earthwild/blue planet,…read moreRula welcomed me with such genuine warmth. Within moments, she told me I had a great aura, along with a few other things that honestly left me surprised. From that point on, our conversation flowed as if we had known each other for years. She is one of the most polite, professional, kind, and respectful people I've had the pleasure of meeting. Blue Planet has apparently been in downtown Chandler for many years, and I'm honestly shocked I've never noticed it before because I'm in the area all the time. The shop is full of unique items, many of them made by local artists and members of the community. They have T-shirts, coffee, popcorn, keychains, clothing, Arizona-themed gifts, and so many fun, one-of-a-kind treasures. If you're looking for easy gift ideas, this is the place. It's perfect for Christmas stocking stuffers, thoughtful gifts, or for taking out-of-state visitors who want to bring home a special Arizona souvenir. I especially loved the beautifully carved Arizona shaped cutting boards they make wonderful gifts. The shop is located just a couple of doors down from SanTan Brewing, making it an easy stop while you're enjoying downtown Chandler. Do yourself a favor and stop in. Rula will make you glad you did. Her professionalism, kindness, and ability to make customers feel welcome is exceptional. If she isn't already the store manager, she certainly deserves to be.

Staff were welcoming. It's a beautiful shop downtown. This will be a destination stop anytime I…read moream in Chandler to find a treasure for myself or gift for friends and family. I purchased an art print by Angie Pickman that was symbolic for me on this trip.

Cute boutique with women's and baby clothes, gifts, jewelry, wellness items, packaged food items…read moreand so much more. Something for everyone!! A lot of local handmade goods and things from all over the world as well. Such beautiful and unique merchandise. Nicest, most helpful staff always!!!

Great little shop with a bunch of slow fashion clothing items, jewelry, hair accessories, candles,…read moreetc. it was pretty crowded and they only have one till so it was a bit of a wait to check out. Felt very welcome inside and the staff were very nice.

First time here this weekend, it has amazing items and I so wish we had more time to look around…read more Unfortunately one of our kiddos got unexpectedly sick and we had to run out. The store employees were phenomenal, they were so kind, they helped by giving us bags, and fresh water and helping us call security to come clean up the mess. I've told so many people about the kindness shown during a chaotic moment with kids. We will be back soon to shop! Thank you!

The Collective is located in the Chandler Fashion Center. This is the perfect name for the store…read moreas it is a collective of handmade goods by many artists. Packaged cookies, special candles, freeze dried candy, clothing, jewelry, t shirt with funny sayings and so on. It's a one stop shopping for all the gifts you want. Staff were welcoming and nice. Take your time as there's lots to look at. Maybe you'll find that special gift for the hard to buy friend. Ample parking and WiFi in the center in the larger stores.

While I was in Phoenix, I was on the hunt for postcards to send home, and my friend suggested we…read morestop by Frances Boutique. We went in looking specifically for postcards, but unfortunately, they didn't have any. That said, Frances was absolutely adorable! They had handmade items from all over the world, cute cards, and all kinds of unique things to browse. It just wasn't quite what I was looking for on this particular trip. As I was getting ready to leave, though, I happened to notice a vending machine tucked away in the corner for Strange Collective AZ. I had seen something similar on reels when we were in San Francisco, but I could never find one in person, so I was immediately excited! Of course, there was one problem--I had left my roll of quarters at the house. So we had to leave, go get the quarters, and come back. Clearly, this vending machine had already become a mission. When we returned, we discovered that you could purchase astrology cards, temporary tattoos, stickers, and mystery items from the vending machine. The mystery items were only 50 cents, while the other items were just $1, making this such a fun and inexpensive way to get a little piece of local art. I ended up getting a sticker and a mystery item, and I got two stickers that were about as opposite from each other as you could possibly get--but both were completely unique and fun. I loved that this was such an unexpected little discovery. It was a fun way to support artists, find something different, and take home a unique souvenir without spending much money. I would definitely go back to Frances and spend more time actually shopping because there were so many cute things to look at. But let's be honest--the vending machine is what drew me in and ended up being the highlight of our stop!

This is one of those unique gifts, clothing, jewelry, candles and craft shops as well as gifts that…read moreyou'd expect to find in the likes of Cottonwood, Jerome or Bisbee, yet its right here in the Valley. From their distinctive selections for the home, artisan paraphernalia, clothing, souvenirs and more, makes this a wondrous shopping spree for anyone seeking extraordinary, one-off, from the delicate to the rare - it'll be found here. My wife thoroughly enjoy shopping here as each visit brings a new array of artifacts and some relics hard to find elsewhere, especially at reasonable prices. The staff is also conducive and happy to assist without hovering. This is one of our fave shops to visit any time of year, but especially for the Holiday seasons. See you their!