This is a great boutique shop that has cute selection of clothing, jewelry and accessories. I…read morerecommend for gift shopping as well. Leans a little young, but I always find something I like there! The owner is also very nice. Last time I was there I had a bad experience unfortunately. I rushed over after work and was told they closed in 5 minutes. I knew I was cutting it close to closing but I knew exactly what I wanted and where it was in the store. However, I noticed the associate watching me closely as I looked for my size and I didn't want to be THAT person keeping her late, so I left without buying anything. I went to another store and then back to my car- which is when I noticed it was 5:55. The point being the associate at 25 Central rushed me out when I could have had time to find my size and make a purchase well before 6pm when they closed that day. I ended up driving to Hadley and buying a shirt at a big chain store- which is what I was trying to avoid! Maybe this is me getting old and grumpy, but I'm frustrated by how places like this don't serve the average working person. Most people work until 5:30, which gives very little time to get in and out of a store. On top of that, I actually did have time to shop and leave before closing, but was pressured to leave. If the owner reads these, I hope they are open to this feedback!

Came across this cute store front when exploring the North Hampton area…read more From the first step in to the last step out I was in love with the clothes give the style and price range. Although some items were more costly than what I was willing to pay, I loved the simple design of certain tank tops and long sleeves to the intricate dressed and crop tops. Fun accessories included hair clips, tights, scarfs, jewelry and more. If it weren't already having stocked the area behind their desk with a pile of clothes already, we would have bought so much more. Quality seems great so I can't wait to wear our the forest green school girl skirt, deep red rose tops, and few workout shirts I purchased. Would love to come to this store again the next time I'm in the area!

Anytime that I'm in Northampton, I will always stop by and check out their clothes, and the music…read moreis always on point as well. I always feel like I'm back in Miami Beach when I'm here. I once bought a 1980's dress that I found buried in the $5 suitcase they keep outside. Washed it, tailored it a bit and got so many compliments on it. I also got this retro style skirt that is so unique, and I also get complimented on when I wear it. You can find things here that are distinctly unique and you wont find anywhere else.

Selection is great! Staff is very friendly and excellent location! Love Ron's and never miss a…read morevisit when I go to Northampton!

I agree, this store is full of things you didn't know you needed. Like Marimekko bags, or little…read morestuffed toys from Japan, or the spray scents from Demeter that smell like campfire, cut grass, etc. Those are always fun to go through. A good place if you're looking for a small gift or if you have some time to kill.

This Essentials is a more compact outpost of the original store in Northampton. While it's tiny,…read moreevery shelf and table is crammed with the cutest objects and goods that you lust after but know that you don't really need--lovely stationery items, cute glasses and bowls, toys, bags, etc. I came in on a random day between Christmas and New Year, and they were having an unadvertised 20% everything in the store!! It was a sweet score. Fun browsing guaranteed.

Whilst I heard about the tone in the store from surrounding towns, I had to experience the negative…read morecomments for myself. The energy in the store is toxic. By this I mean.......... A strong scent of snootiness in the air. I went in dress in my hippie clothes, after shopping the farmers market and the service I got was poor, especially for a local store. Is this Macy's??? OR a speciality store????? I have received better service at much lower end stores. You can find the same brand they have there on line, but cheaper. Shop the specific brand you like from there and get a coupon on line. That's what we did, after working with a salesperson that was way too into judging the way I was dressed, we wrote down the brand, googled it, went on line and got a 20% coupon off for first time buyers. Also, the clothing is VERY OLD LADY. I will never return due to the service and bad energy in the space and tell others the same.

I love this store! Not only do they have an amazing selection of quality items, I adore the owners…read more My mother happens to be a regular here and whenever I go in to pick her gifts or grab a gift certificate I am always greeted warmly and tended to as a friend. They help me pick items they think my mother would enjoy (they probably know better than me) and they wrap everything so beautifully. If you are looking for a bargin bin or a super slashed discount sale, stick to the big box stores. If you are looking for UNIQUE, quality items that will LAST and want to support local business- give A.O White a try.

If I could give 6 stars I would! They're the best. I needed non slip chef shoes and did not want…read morelaces and they had a great option!

I knew nothing of this place or it's location. My good friend has been going there for work boots…read morefor maybe five, six years and I tagged along with him on his most recent pair that he purchased. Not walking in with intentions of buying anything I found myself walking out with a nice pair of running shoes. What was nice about this place and really the reason why I am writing a review is the people in the shop were kind enough to toss me a $10 discount on them! I almost wanted to buy a pair of dress shoes too but I will save that for another trip. The store is small in size compared to stores you see in the mall but large in footwear inventory. The workers greet you and assist you with anything you have questions about. If there is something specific that you are looking for and you do not se it they have an abundance of catalogs that you can order from (which is what my friend did in this instance). I would recommend checking this place out before you spend your hard earned money in a big box store. This place is a great example of a well ran mom and pop shop if your intentions are to support your local businesses.

I came here looking for a pair of winter boots and was very pleased to find a wide selection of…read morehigh quality boots, and a sale that meant I ended up paying far less than sticker price. The young woman working here was attentive, friendly, and helpful. She did not pressure me into buying anything, yet she let me know that she was there to help if I needed it. She was a good listener and was able to show me several boot options that fit my criteria. There was another woman shopping in the store, and the employee did a great job of helping both of us simultaneously without getting overwhelmed or neglecting either customer. After I chose a pair of boots, she offered to take them outside and spray them down with extra waterproofing sealant, free of charge. I am very impressed with the level of care given to customers at this store. I ended up with a pair of Rieker boots that I am extremely happy with. Warm, insulated, breathable, comfortable, waterproof, sturdy. I know these boots will hold up for several winters. I could not recommend this store enough. *Note: to those who have given this store bad reviews due to poor service during a sidewalk sale, I would offer the idea that the Northampton sidewalk sales are extremely overcrowded and chaotic. I cannot imagine any store offering their normal level of customer service during one of these madhouse shopping events. You are much better off visiting this store during a normal, quiet business day.

Fanfabulous, unusual & exotic boots. The gentleman that serves you is wonderful! I bought a pair of…read moreruby red pattern leather boots five years ago & they still look new. I never wear them without getting loads of compliments.

Imagine you're putting on a fair, and while attendees from all over the world and campuses attend,…read morethe stars are local gifts given a new life to be sold or resold here, at the Fisher Home Hospice Shop. That is the Fisher Home Hospice Shop: a marvelous showroom of timeless artifacts, clothes, books, games, and necessities that you might overlook or fail to live without. Let me give you a nice laundry list of my purchase of a tidy litany of needs, all for under a hundred dollars: Relevant literature/books for me, my new favorite clutch purse bag, snow gloves, two phone holders for vehicles, fine clothing for me and my family, household staples like notepads or three ring binder punches, and for sure my list could go on. Let's stop saying that the money you pay for these is too much or too little and instead look to what your purchase does: it funds the Fisher Hospice Home. This isn't your typical 'store,' and would be more fair to call it a non-profit venture. Volunteers maintain the store floor, swap out goods seasonally, review donations, and they all work as volunteers, for gratuity alone. The love they spend on what visitors might like is obvious, from their childrens' toy section, to their miniature library, to the household goods section. The space is maintained, full of light, and is accessible. What might challenge you is that what you find here is going to be more personal to you, instead of some wide class you happen to be a part of. That is what happens when you merchandise in timeless necessities--you would just as likely find a selfie stick here as you might find typewriter paper. What you leave with is actually liberating: there's no tracker of your behavior as a consumer, there's no brand loyalty that you're analyzed for, you're just a local shopper. Perhaps that's why the Fisher Home Hospice Shop feels like any internationally savvy visitor would visit, because what strikes you might be as surprising as any other bargain reseller, like Marshalls or TJ Maxx. Here, it's local, it's for a cause, and it's open to the public. A former friend recommended I visit the Fisher Home Hospice Shop, and I now regret I thought their advice meant I would only visit once! :)

I have been shopping at the Hospice Shop for many years. I don't remember ever leaving there…read morewithout purchasing something! Staff is always great. I like to support our local hospice home, who have helped many friends and acquaintances with their caring services.

This place is wonderful. First impression: Friendly staff…read moreand pleasant vibes. It was one of those places you walk in and immediately feel at peace. The selection wasn't huge but it was very organized and the pieces there were very nice. I picked up some cloth napkins. Would definitely recommend this thrift shop to others!

I take it it's for a good cause but, is ridiculously overpriced, especially given questionable…read moremerchandise: holes, visibly old, stained, parts missing etc. Ladies were at least polite, not so the male supposed manager: rude, condescending, patronizing, & likely racially profiling: uncalled-for, suspected thieving, & gave some lame excuse to go through my things before I left the store. Didn't see any staff do this to any other customer!