"Ace is the place with the helpful (menswear) folks."…read more Jokes about the neighborhood hardware chain aside, Ace General Store is a wonderful escape that's one part curated mens store and one part home furnishings cottage. Tucked away from the busy Water Street shopping area in downtown Excelsior, Ace carries a fantastic assortment of mens tees, sweatshirts, hats, jewelry, bags and grooming gear. I wish they had a location in Minneapolis proper (the vibe is perfect for the North Loop), but it's worth the drive. This will quickly become my go-to spot for mens gifts because they literally have everything you need to curate a unique gift set: Cool cards? Check. Unique candles? Yep. Affordably priced jewelry and grooming kits? Check and check. On a recent trip in I picked up a great gold bracelet, a locally-made wood storage crate for my dog's toys and a Huckberry tabletop fire pit, all for under $200 total. The bracelet is a great addition to my formal wear, while the fire pit is a nice fit for my small patio (clean burning using Isopropyl alcohol). The storage crate is short and durable, perfect for my dog to easily identify the toys he wants to play with. Service at Ace is excellent - All staff are super knowledgable of the products and will often tell you the artist or brand they're sourced from. I can't recommend them enough. Next time you're in need of a gift for the guy in your life, skip Target and head for Ace General Store!

want a reason to get outside of minneapolis here it is. though its a small shop its got plenty of…read moreitems inside worth your time to stop in. lots of basic menswear that would easily work for women as well. plus some fun and interesting home goods. also hand made leather belts by the owner. i dont know if you could ask much more from a shop in minnesota. next time you need some new clothes take the few extra mins to find this shop it will be totally worth it. what it might not have in quantity compared to malls or other big box stores it will make up in quality easily. give it a shot and you wont be disappointed.

Great place with great quality clothes. Owner was extremely helpful with picking out things in my…read morestyle and build. Highly recommend.

I'm a sucker for a store with a good men's selection and Brightwater does not disappoint. With…read moreapparel from brands like Barbour, Fjall Raven, Victorinox, Patagonia, and goods from Woodchuck, Pantherella, there is something for everyone here. This time we left with some Christmas gifts. Last time my wife left with a pair of cherry red Blundstone boots, which are extremely comfortable and a lot of fun. If you like the European sporting/Minnesota chic look that is in right now you'd be hard pressed to find a better place to peruse and snag some hot new styles and accessories.

Honestly, there is no reason to go anywhere else. They have an amazing selection of very high…read morequality clothing. Their sales are amazing and I picked up a couple of Italian Sports Coats for 1/2 the price. Phenomenal service. You walk in and Judd immediately knows your size and what will look great on you. They also have a tailor on site to fit you and make alterations. Truthfully, this will be the only place I will go to treat myself to a very upscale experience where I know that I won't be disappointed.

I live on the East Coast and have not had a chance to visit the shop in 14 years. That said, I…read morejust recently dug out one of their shirts in my closet and the fit was as good as it was the year I was measured. And no fraying despite the age. I called them up . . . and they still had my measurements on file and ordered more shirts. They do excellent tailoring. The staff is Midwestern friendly. The clothes are great. Yes, you pay a little more for tailored clothes but they are the better long term value. Thank you Judd Frost.

The sales team are phenomenal. A great place to get suited up and fitted with good quality…read moreclothing. Can be $$ but worth it. And I always find a good piece of clothing in their sale room.

In shopping around for a suit for my wedding I thought this was a good place to consider…read more Had just been sized and measured at another reputable store not less than 30 minutes earlier so I was surprised when the sales rep came up with a different measurement entirely. Maybe due to cut or brand, so I just went with it. Tried the jacket on and took a look in the mirror - pretty good fit and quality. When the salesman asked if I'd try on the pants, however, I let him know I was more curious about the jacket fit and was just looking for the moment. Never saw him again - he straight abandoned, disappeared and never returned for the jacket or to help look for other styles. I suspect he didn't expect a sale and utterly left without a word. Rude and snooty aren't descriptions I'd normally use in a nice place like Plymouth but the treatment stank of elitism. Great quality and products, not impressed with some of the staff so far.

Without a doubt, my favorite men's clothing store in the world. They carry all the best quality…read morebrands and the most beautiful materials. Wool and cashmere heaven!

Good customer service. Lots of great mark downs! A little messy but overall good experience. Love…read more5.11

5.11 Tactical Clothing is a high quality, outdoor style line of clothes which is characterized by…read morelots of cargo pockets in the pants, very durable cloth, and robust construction. I have practically lived in my pants since the pandemic and felt it was time for some new pairs. Even though somewhat frayed in the cuffs mine still have lots of life left. There is a large variety of styles which can be confusing (at least for me) so it is nice to have brick and mortar store to actually look at the products and try them on. This store is well stocked and the staff were helpful in pointing me in right direction to find what I was looking for. I ended up buying four pairs of pants. The store is located in a shopping center at the North West corner of the intersection of 494 and Lyndale Avenue South. Parking is abundant.

What a great store and awesome staff. They have an incredible selection of swimsuits, shorts, and…read moreshirts for both men and women. When I went they also had quite a few things on sale. Pretty impressive considering the Summer Season is just kicking off. I will absolutely visit Big Island quite often...not only for the quality clothing, but for the very helpful staff too.

The staff here doesn't wear masks and they have a poor swim suit range selection in both size and…read morestyle.

my husband Chris Heiliger used to buy all his suits from Billy! He is the best! knows his stuff!…read moreunfortunately Chris passed away last Nov., but I miss going to the store.

Visited here for the first time after word of mouth from friends who shared great things. My…read morehusbands a bigger guy so it has been challenging finding places that can accommodate to larger sizes. With that said, this place held true to its reputation! There's so much selection for men, even a little for women too! But the variety of choices doesn't fail to disappoint. We were helped immediately upon our entrance to the the store by Zack, the sales manager. He was incredibly helpful, didn't pressure, and gave his honest opinion while we were shopping for just the right suit for my husband. He fitted my husband and made sure he knew the proper way things fit, but still accommodated to his style. My husband loved the experience and will be back to buy more.

Um...WHOA?! I've…read moreheard about this store from friends before, but thought it was just a fancy menswear store. Well boy, was I wrong. I stopped in a few days before Christmas, and I actually had a few things yet I wanted to get my grandpa, so this worked out great. At the entrance - and throughout the store - I found free hot coffee, tea, refreshments, cookies, and treats. Maybe it's just a holiday thing but I loved the hospitality. The space is HUGE - so much more than clothes! I had no idea. They have: - books and coffee table books - a whole room dedicated to perfume/cologne and scents - a whole area for cocktail-related gifts - home decor, tableware, and interior decor items - kitschy smaller giftables that were organized by theme (work/office, hosting, etc.) - menswear and womenswear - jewelry - candles - and so much more! I genuinely believe you can walk in here and be sure to find something for anyone on your gifting list. The service was incredible: lots of welcomes and greetings, and staff there to help you if you need it. Oh, they even have a room you can reserve while shopping?! FANCY!

Shoutout to my stylist Nick Marsh -- an absolute gem! Whether it's a daily outfit or a tailored…read moreCanali suit for a big occasion, Nick never misses. Weddings, interviews, you name it -- he's got me covered. Couldn't be more grateful!