Wine makes everything better, especially a dry Italian red wine that was gifted by a gifted and…read morethoughtful friend. As I'm sipping my delicious wine, I find that my mind is drawn to one important thought: This Ollie's Bargain Outlet that I visited in Clarksville two months ago would have been greatly improved if they sold wine. Ollie's doesn't sell wine (or any alcohol, for that matter). Too bad! But if you're in the market for discounted boxes of Hungry Jack mashed potatoes, bird feeders, comforter sets, off-brand slider storage bags, water guns and neoprene gloves, Ollie's is your store. There's a lot of stuff everywhere, and honestly, it's a little overwhelming. Ollie's takes a page from the Aldi playbook: There are just ripped open boxes of items on the shelves. To heck with aesthetics -- Ollie's is too busy saving you money to fiddle around with arranging items on a shelf nicely. I stopped in to get some lotion, and wouldn't you know, I could only find one bottle of lotion in the whole store. It wasn't a brand that I would have normally bought, but you can't be picky at Ollie's. You get what you get or you can get the eff out. Visiting Ollie's is like participating in a treasure hunt. You don't know what you'll find, or if you'll find anything at all. But it's worth a shot to stop in and try.

I love shopping here. I never take anything back. They are ridiculous and I had my receipt but the…read morething it was dirty a carpet cleaning thing or steamer whatever you call it. Oh, we put it back on. I spent $200 in the store. It's very aggravating so I don't know if I recommend this place. The manager was rude took forever for him to show up. The Ollie Dont Preston Highway.

I was sad we came to the area for another shop and it was closed around the block. My husband than…read morewanted to walk around the block to some shop (video games? comics?) I don't even know what. Anyway imagine my surprise when I saw this shop and was like heyyyyy lol. I had to go in as they ventured on. So literally stumbled upon this store without looking for it. The cutest little shop. I also ended up finding some adorable pink shorts to buy. I was one happy girl. Service was great in here. As I said the cutest little shop.

One of my FAV places to browse for myself and others. Even when I'm not sure what I'm looking for,…read moreI inevitably find the perfect gift (and usually treat myself as well). In addition to getting points for a curating variety of clothing, accessories, home and children's items they also earn some for making online ordering and pick up COVID-safe. And for having affordable items and awesome sales (IG: @dressanddwell) The clothing options cover all sizes and styles from outerwear to shape wear, everyday to more fancy - and there are some great sale items. Their accessories are perfect for stocking stuffers. They range from jewelry to gloves/hats to seasonal mugs/wine glasses and office flair. The city prints are very thoughtful gifts as well. Their quirky and modern greeting card selection features unique ways to finish off the present (their bags/tissue paper is typically all I need for a present!). The children's area has the requisite adorable clothes but also some fantastic holiday books and advent calendars. They have great books that combo with corresponding stuffed animals that make great gifts year round. They have displays dedicated to engagement/weddings and birthdays to really make any celebration an extra special event! As always, I couldn't keep from buying a new seasonal beverage container (they feature swig).

Great store, you never know what you will find. It's loaded with vintage and new items! Even…read morehouseplants and pretty dresses.

This store is a little gem! Such cute unique pieces for all kinds of decor in your home. Also…read morebeautiful dresses and handbags. All kinds of vintage and antiques. The the owner Hannah is very sweet and lovely too.

This is one of my favorite interior design shops in Louisville. The merchandise is gorgeous and…read moreperfectly staged with the optimal balance. The textures and colors are just beautiful. They have something for everyone's home: Lamps, Art, Wall Decor, Furniture, Vases, Rugs, Drapery, and the design knowledge to put it all together. I always find something perfect for my home every time I visit the store. Thank you Robin for the perfect shop!

From the owner: Robin's Nest Interiors is an Interior Design Shop in Louisville, KY…read more Visit our website for a full list of the services we offer and to book a consultation online. By Appointment Only.

I ran into this store by accident and after visiting, here's what I understand. Ballard Designs is…read morea company owned by Williams Sonoma, and has a similar feel to it as Pottery Barn. This is the first outlet in Louisville and was originally announced as a temporary location; however, it must be doing well enough to have stayed in place. It took over the space vacated by the now bankrupt Steinmart. There is nothing fancy about this spot. It very much feels like a dumping site for furniture and is organized by type/room. It is a land of rejected, broken pieces. The signage attempts to excite you - 50% off or more - but then you flip the tag to find out it is still outrageously overpriced on top of being broken. The facility is large, and most workers were either at the front desk or helping people wedge items into their trucks. I appreciated watching the quiet nature of the staff today as a customer carried on a conversation with the customer service team via her cell phone. She was a lot to handle and you could tell they didn't want to escalate the situation. Apparently this spot has a following. Bring a large pocketbook ... and duct tape.

This is a Ballard Designs outlet- shoppers can score great furniture/decor at a great discount!…read more While shopping, I found a rug for my son's nursery at 80% off the listed price. I would advise shoppers to thoroughly inspect the furniture before purchasing, as some of the items are damaged. Staff are friendly and helpful!

It's the small things that truly dazzle and inspire others…read more This store is the perfect example of what it means to celebrate a local community. Where are my "Hoosiers!" This store was inspired by the idea of having special love and kindness for your community. It also is the perfect place for all sorts of unique gifts. The items that are available here are unique and special. They are probably hand made mostly. They are inspired by brave individuals and ideas that are truly powerful here in the state of Indiana. One iconic example is Rosie. This iconic and independent woman and leader still of women was born right here in Indiana. They have an actually substantial history dedicated just to Rosie. How can you put a value on priceless and worth. Now some of the little trinkets that they sell are pricey, but it's worth the money. It's worthy of the risk of spending too. This store is special and it's clearly celebrates being a citizen of Indiana. We are proud and honored that we can support a local company and community all in one. My most recent experience here was with the owner, JD who helped me so greatly. The unique gifts that he has given to the community at large is priceless in sharing love with others. To me kindness makes the world go round. Being new the area the love of this store was made it to many states of Florida, New York, and Utah. Love has no bounds or rules. Thank you for sharing your story and letting us right a story with the gifts you bring to the community.

First time visitor from Louisville! We stumbled upon this store while walking around New Albany…read more The store was full of mostly gift items from fun socks, Beatles accessories, children's items, cards, jewelry etc. The prices were on the higher side. I didn't find anything I needed or couldn't walk away from. I did appreciate that they had a bargain basement where everything was priced 50% off. If you're looking for a themed gift for a birthday or white elephant this may be the place! I purchased a small sticker for a friend, the woman checking me out was friendly.

I came to this place while on vacation and wowza. I wish I lived here just for this place. It's…read moreHUGE on the inside and I could easily spend hours here. I didn't spend as much time as I would like but there is easily 100+ booths to choose from. They had modern, antiques, vintage, and a furniture section. I ended up getting a necklace which also had a sale on the booth! It was super neat and definitely a great find for those who love the hunt.

Everytime I visit, this spot just keeps getting better and better!…read more I visited for the first time in awhile just a couple of weeks ago. And I had found that it once again expanded even more within the giant warehouse it occupies. It is quite easy to get lost in the maze of booths, but you're guaranteed a lot to look at along the way. Fleur de Flea is as much of an experience as it is a shopping spot. There are several midcentury modern furniture booths, as well as others selling all manner of art, jewelry, books, clothes, records, plants and more. On my most recent visit, I came away with a book of the script of a show I really love and a fun T-shirt. Fleur de Flea also sells cocktails and other drinks if you'd like to sip while you shop, and it's very pet friendly. You're likely to see a pup shopping alongside its owner, and Fleur de Flea's resident doggo can be found sitting on the counter by the cash registers. This is a spot that is becoming uniquely Louisville for me. I love it so!

One hundred percent, you should visit The Odd Shop to pet the resident cat. He's (she's?) a kitty…read morewho's posted up in the shop most days, according to the friendly woman behind the counter. I didn't catch the cat's name when I was there, but Vintage Shop Kitty is super friendly and seemed to be receptive to pets. Besides cats, this place also has some really cool clothes -- all of them old, and all of them carefully curated and thoughtfully chosen. I can tell when a vintage clothing store has done its due diligence when I flip through the racks and I want to buy more than a few things. I was THIS close to buying a Western pearl snap shirt, but really: how many pearl snap shirts does a girl need? Regretfully, I put the shirt back on the rack. Hopefully, some other savvy person snapped it up. The Odd Shop has a lot of clothing, but it has just as much vintage toys, records, ephemera and trinkets for sale. Walking into the store is like walking into your (or probably my) childhood, because there are so many things from the 1980s and 90s for sale. So many Smurfs dolls! Mickey Mouse roller skates! Easy-Bake Ovens! It's a blast from the past here.

The store is packed with nostalgia! From clothing and toys to records and books, you'll be…read moreintrigued to stand and stare at the shelves. At first I was confused on the items being for sale versus the store's personal collection but began to notice price tags on many items. It's a small space to share with shoppers and the worker so no issue to be taken care of if you have questions on an item. Many items are in "as is" condition, or maybe better described as well loved. If you're a collector, this might be a spot for you. I found it a bit crowded and overwhelming so a quick glance through was enough. (I would not recommend bringing small kids to this shop) Easy to find street parking. Also, if you love cats, there are two here to greet you.

If you like parting with more money than planned and hate quality work, Barry is your guy.read more

We've known him for over 10 years and we have been purchasing things here and then. Finally, based…read moreon our friendship, we hired him to decorate our basement. Things didn't go well. Lots of things appear to be used or cheap, Temu level. We asked for antique posters, we got a print that we found online for 1/10 of the price. He also dumped the boxes in our basement, and we never heard back from him. If we are paying for his hours, I would expect service, including someone coming and unpacking and he doing the adjustments, etc. After a few months, I decided to unpack, that's when we found out about the poster and also that some items were missing. We then emailed him, and he looked very responsive saying he would do the adjustments but never did. Months and months just pretending. Enormous emails basically saying he was feeding poor children and awkward unrelated comments. He even insinuated we were having money problems since we wanted our money back. I order things from people I don't know all the time and when there is a problem, those people are usually helpful. I was not expecting this from a person that I have known for over 10 years. Now, I believe his friendship is only for his benefit and it is not real. Be aware of all the fairy tales of how he says he is, of how he has good heart, how he treats his clients and how they treat him. For me it was not only a money pit but also a personal disappointment. It sucks but that is how life is. btw, I still don't have my money back after 7 months of emails.

Dimmed lights, your favorite scented candle fills the room, and that favorite place to cuddle up!…read more Shall we get together and make our spaces even more special and cozy. Who does not love a great candle? The way it makes the room smell. And the fact that you make it. Making that candle together puts your hopes and dreams into something you can use. When it burns you can feel the warmth you both created together. Their energy of this candle making studio and space is full of love. They not only offer candle making but other types of candles premade to take home just whenever a special occasion comes around . Do you have a special scent that you would love? Find something new that's prepared here on the premises for your everyday wearing. You can purchase a discovery set too. This store is a great place for a quick fun date night or girls day. Whatever works for your needs. It's best to schedule online. Whatever value you place on this process is on a priority basis. We had a lot of fun. For the candle lover most importantly. The value is reasonable to other candle making companies. The service of the process is way above what is required. The customer service is very generous. Now we have a scent to cuddle by together.

Such a fun experience! They have perfected the Cozy vibe & have plenty of scents to choose from. It…read morefelt clean & service was awesome. They had some plants, perfumes, room sprays & other things for sale. You do pay a reservation fee or if you don't have reservations & they're able to do walk-ins you pay a sitting fee. We paid $10 a piece. Plus whatever candle size you choose. It was worth it in my opinion & I will definitely be back. They have a shop cat named Meme & I loved her.