This place is so cool and eclectic! It's the store that used to be under Elliot's Fairgrounds, but…read morethe lady working said this was a better spot- more out in the open. I loved everything inside, and wanted to buy one of everything! If you're looking for a gift for almost anyone, this is a good spot to check out. The prices were pretty reasonable, but some were a bit pricey (to be expected). I can't wait to go back for another gift!

Shop local like you mean it and you won't be disappointed at Texture!…read more After many years, Texture has relocated out of the quaint house on Baldwin Avenue to serve its customers in a more convenient location just a few blacks down on Colley Avenue. The new location is nestled next to Running, Etc and across the street from Blair Middle School. It boasts ample street parking with a convenient side parking lot for customers as well. A beautiful store-front window is always displayed to perfection bringing window shopping to life during your stroll down Colley Avenue. A charming sidewalk chalkboard sign greets you before you even enter the store. The handiwork on the sign is done by a local artist which speaks to the nature of Texture. As you enter the shop, you will find it proudly supports local artists of Coastal Virginia from Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, and more. I'm always impressed by the jewelry, hand designed greeting cards, pottery, and accessories that the owner finds for the store. She or any other "Texurette" will happily tell you about the origins of any item. The ladies who work in the shop (Texurettes, as they are fondly called) are always friendly and helpful if you are looking for something particular. They offer complimentary gift wrapping in adorable gift bags tied with ribbon. Every time I give a gift in a Texture bag the recipients eyes light up! You will find a price range for every wallet. I have bought $2 hand soaps, hilarious dishes towels for $10 as well as beautiful jewelry in the higher price range. Texture is one of those local shops who truly supports local as well. I love both that they give back to the community and support local artists. It is definitely the ideal place to find a gift for any occasion. They have a baby boutique with one of a kind baby gifts, vintage inspired puzzles, funny gifts such as socks and dish towels, coastal decor, jewelry, handbags, pottery, candles and more. I'm not sure how the owner did it, but the move to their new location only brought more of that local charm with them to Colley Avenue. They are still serving up friendly southern greetings to every customer while making their new shiny store feel ever so welcoming. Kudos!

It's been a looooooong time since I've been to a Five and Below…read more This location is very nice, as is almost everything on this part of town. The place was stocked to the brim with tons and tons of things. We easily found some goodies for my toddler inside, as well as some clothing, gifts, toys, and other ideas for parties and events for her. We bought some pool noodles for $1 each, a coloring book, stickers, and a stuffed animal for her that she found inside one of the bins and wanted. Prices are extremely fair but, the stuffy was $7. How is anything $7 at Five and Below?!

This 5 and Below is the bees knees. They have all sorts of nice stuff in here. Phone accessories,…read morecandy, drinks, makeup, books, clothing, and more. Unfortunately it's not actually $5 and below anymore, there are some higher priced items. But it's still reasonable. The store is very clean, organized, and well lit. The staff was friendly and helpful. This is one of my favorite 5 and Below locations. The items seem like good quality. I always find cool things here. Check them out!!

Super cute little shop with a good variety of children's/baby clothes. The owner/shopkeeper was…read morereally sweet. Lots of shoes, socks, diapers, and other accessories which I appreciated. I thought the prices were very reasonable. I didn't see any tagging system (no colors of the day, etc) but lots of great brands. Toys, books and bottles/cups too! We were just visiting the beach for the 4th. Would return if in the area.

This place is really a go to! If your looking for clean,…read moregood deals and a lot selection this is the right place! The staff/owner is also helpful and great customer service.. it's a small place but they have good selection

This is my very favorite store to shop for gifts- birthday gifts Easter baskets gifts baby boy…read moregifts Christmas gifts etc etc. It never fails that Wharf Hill Store has "DA GIFT" I need to buy! Jennifer & Chris are awesome in Customer Service- very friendly very helpful very knowledgeable of all merchandise in the shop At times I also buy something for me my home & my appetite lol One stop shop! Perfect location! Always something NEW & DIFFERENT to discover unique items for home decor! Smithfield is very blessed to have this store in their city! I would highly recommend WHS to locals, out of towners, & international visitors! ​

Beautiful baby clothes & unique toys. Lovely selection of…read moreunique cards for all occasions. Love to browse ... as well as buy special gifts! Visit whenever we are in town!

A French country boutique located in the heart of the Ghent shopping district…read more They have many items including stationary, seasonal accessories such as gloves and Christmas ornaments, a small clothing section, beautiful China patterns, a chocolate counter, and a decent sized baby section. They beautifully gift wrap your purchase if needed.

I found a dream come true here. The antiques, the china. The customer service was top tier!read more

Don't have posted hours, need to message for service. Not convenient ins pinch. Recommend the…read morebusiness post hours

I absolutely adore this little party store. They have every cute, trendy item for whatever you're…read morehosting! From llamas to mile stone adult parties- their products won't make your party feel straight out of a 90's Party City catalog. It's Instagram and 2021 ready. This stuff is quality! It's goes way beyond the classic party vibe and elevates your celebrations to an event and experience for everyone involved. They also can make custom decorations like balloon arches and custom wall cut outs. If you've got a theme they can work with you to recommend the best product combinations to bring your party to life! Most recently I came here for my boyfriend's 39th birthday and was able to find the perfect combination of items to make the celebration feel like an experience and was perfect for the man who "hates birthday parties" who is dating someone who plans events as part of her job.

Sun world is a very cute store, neighboring a little oriental market that I am excited to visit…read moresoon, and just right across from Emart! The owners are sweet and helpful in answering any questions about items. I finally visited the store with a friend of mine who was in search of a Labubu, yes they are authentic, and they have a ton in stock. She got her Labubu for $60 and the clothes for them were about $20+ I believe. Prices range anywhere from $3 on up and more on select items. A great spot for gifts as they have t-shirts, slippers, stationeries, Sonny Angels, Sanrio, croc charms, plushies, peeker stickers, and tons more. They have a lot of items, so plan on making a day out of it to look at the shelves from top to bottom. Be ready to splurge because I sure was!

Located in a small strip mall area, this store has a mixture of Sanrio, K-pop, and Korean items…read more The Sanrio items are a bit overpriced but you can't blame them when competing with major online stores. I was happy my daughter bought a few things from here to support a local business. They also have a selection of Korean beauty products and medicinal herbs. The customer service was great and they packed my daughter's items carefully in a cute bag.

What a gem! We snuck in at the wire here with about 40 minutes to closing on Saturday last weekend…read morewhile exploring the Hilton Village area of Newport News. The owner inside was friendly and said come on in and take your time. She explained that they had different rooms inside and all were rented out to different vendors who had their own style and items for sale. WIN! Just my kind of shop. This shop is much larger than expected with something like 10 rooms inside and they all do have a very different feel. We found antiques, glasswares, books, stuffed animals, watercolor art, wall art, furniture, jewelry, beads, geodes, you name it, it's probably in here. We actually stayed for the entire 40 minutes and everyone found something to purchase. The vibe was easy and unassuming and the owner left us to browse without hovering at all. She easily said to go upstairs and take a look as there were some rooms up there too and she stayed at the front while we browsed. The side right off the main entry has a space where she said during summer she serves Lolly's ice cream flavors from the VAB area (noms). I saw easily like a dozen things I could've purchased but I'm trying to make better choices so I abstained, but if they're there when I come back to run a race in two weeks I'll call it fate and probably get them, ha! If you are in this area and looking for gifts and decor and love to antique, poke your head in here and give this spot a try for sure. It looks almost like a plant store from the outside as the front has a grown-up secret garden look.

Such a neat shop!…read more Basically people rent out sections in this little house to showcase their products. It's all local and items are either handmade or vintage. It was really awesome going into each room of the house and seeing what products there were being offered. There were pillows, decor, clothing, vintage items of all kinds, vinyl records, jewelry, etc. I guess you could say it's kind of like a flea market in a sense. Definitely a great place for unique finds or gifts!