Nice gift selection. I came here recently to purchase some gifts for an upcoming birthday, and it's…read morea huge plus if I can also support local makers at the same time. One recommendation is to maybe have some non-branded bag options available for patrons who spend above a certain amount to make their purchases gift-ready (or offer a selection of gift bags for purchase at the store). Otherwise, it's great to have a brick an mortar gift shop in the neighborgood featuring local art and products.

Great place to buy unique local theme gifts and great vibes…read more I'm also a artist who has merch available at this store. Make sure to stop by and support small business and say hi to the cat on the way in.

Palago has a gift idea for pretty much anybody. The store deals a lot with local, California, US-…read moremade items and Scandinavian imports and others. The store is set up in a fascinating way which allows one to walk amongst all the merchandise and still miss seeing items. Prices are extremely reasonable for the quality and selection.

Support local businesses! My go-to for ALL my gifting and home care needs. A huge range of…read moreinventory! Highly recommend!

Great spot with lots of fun gifts, cards, kitchen goods, and trinkets. I love that there's an…read moreOakland section too! I'll be shopping here for my holiday gifts for sure. The staff is nice and the store is dog-friendly which was nice as I stopped in while walking my dog after work.

I enjoy Nathan & Co when shopping for a last-minute gift, but I was disappointed at their customer…read moreservice during my last experience. During the holidays, I bought a bunch of gifts for my in-laws in New York, and it turned out that some of the items were expired! When I brought the item back, the cashier did not offer an apology until I expressed the embarrassment of gifting an expired thing. The lack of accountability and nonchalant-ness is unfortunate when I've spent so much money at that store. I went around and checked out some of their other perishable items and noticed that they, too, were expired. Nathan & Co, step your game up and get better employees that actually care about being there enough to check inventory & provide decent customer service.

Once upon a time my friend and I stumbled upon this place but they were closed. Today, I…read moreprioritized my visit. This is an adorable little corner. Parking wasn't a problem. This is a weekend operation. Positive vibes here! All the lovely plants are curated in a fabulous way. That includes their containers. There is no scent polution either. Inhale the peace. I'm a fan of local businesses! I could get pots, potting soil etc just the right size for our little place. If you exit to the patio you'll see larger arrangements. Come see for yourself! Service is sublime! I learned more about care of houselplants today for sure. Moreover, I got information on how to care for them. Plants aren't the only items for sale. There are pots, watering cans, fertilizer . There are soaps, hydroponic herbs and jewelry. Come see for yourself. Blk Girls Green House makes for an excellent third space given that they also offer beverages. I'll just bet the occasional bookclub meets up here.

This plant shop has been on my list for quite a while. I made it a point to go there today because…read moreI had some time on my hands and I have to say this place holds a special place in my heart. Before even walking in, you're greeted with just a beautiful mural on the outside of the building. Then when you walk in, you're greeted by this beautiful greenhouse and plants all around and then you go into the actual plant shop, and it just keeps on going in terms of places to sit, a cute little coffee bar, a very beautiful altar looking space in the back and a couple of little seating areas that are super Vibey and damn gorgeous and sexy. I'm IN LOVE with a plant shop. There isn't any space in this place where you just can't be in all of anything that your eye catches. Everything is intentional and my senses just soaked everything up that this plant shop had to offer. I already knew what planted I wanted to take home with me and I think it was meant to be because it was one of the first plants that I saw before going into the plant shop. It was almost as if I was meant to go here and pick her up and be her mom. While I was there, I also picked up some incense and linen spray because, why not? I ordered a cardamom matcha, which was recommended to me by Simone and I loved my drink. I took my time and drank it in the corner of the shop just soaking up the vibes and just being around it is gorgeous green beings that give off so much positive energy. I got there first thing in the morning when it opened at 10, super calm, and I was the only one in there looking and browsing. Service was excellent and vibes are 10/10. Returning? It's my number one plant shop now! BLK Girls Greenhosie, can I Iive there???

Stopping by Palm + Perkins is like therapy (this was especially true this holiday season since we…read moredidn't see family or go anywhere). It's really like a candy store for adults - there's something amazing (and made my local makers) in every corner you look! On this most recent visit, I went a couple days after Christmas and stocked up on holiday cards and ornaments for 2021 since all their holiday items were 50% off. The entire store was also 25% off as per their end-of-year sale. They have a fantastic selection of cards, gifts, homewares, jewelry, accessories, and select clothing items. It's the perfect place to treat yourself or others. They're doing a great job limiting people in their store and have hand sanitizer available.

I bought two birthday cards here because I like their greetings and design. Aside from greeting…read morecards, Palm + Perkins has a ton of other items that range from small gifts and home decor to overlooked kitchen utensils (like wine stoppers) and other knick knacks. Considering the small space, the store has a surprisingly large selection of items and it's all well organized. When checking out, the cashier was friendly and rang me up quickly. When I'm looking for a greeting card, gift or needing to stock up on utensils/tools for the house and kitchen, I will come back to Palm + Perkins. Just a thoughtful, gem of a store in the neighborhood.

Boho chic home goods store which also carries some curated body/skincare goods, clothes, purses,…read moreand kitschy gifts. It reminds me a bit of Anthropologie stores but more specialized home designer goods and textiles. Prices range from mid to premium for most items. Cool and trendy shop to look around and find that gift for your worldly friend who may have everything.

There are lots of gift shops around. They all look like they are supplied by the same vendors. I…read moredon't bother reviewing most of them. So it's not able when a shop stands out because of their selection of things that I might actually buy! Eclecticism! Maison d'Etre is one of those (and there are others on the same street!). I was impressed, and felt certain that they would have goods that changed over time as well. No mere Therapy store here! Best way to know what I'm talking about is to check out all the pictures.

Very cute store in cool area of Oakland. The have a variety art supplies, books, and stationary for…read morekids. Perfect to find gifts and school supplies.

This shop is such a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Every product is curated to promote…read morecreative activities and the perfect spot for birthday gifts for the little ones in our lives. Despite the limited space, there are tons of great options to choose from. There's even a table and chairs for the children for coloring if they like. Worth the trip!

Nathan & Co has a bit of an odd and uncomfortable vibe…read more The service was non-existent (watched but never greeted) and their wares leaned toward low quality high sparkle/high price party supplies and general gifts. Think a more saucy Therapy. They carry some Gentlemans Hardware items, map themed cups and dish towels, but most of them don't feel unique, more like stocking stuffers or hen's party flavors. I'd really land on more of a 3.8 but even rounding up Nathan & Co wasn't my thing and I don't see myself coming back.

Always the best spot for gifts. Megan was an absolute gem this afternoon. Wonderful energy and her…read morewrapping was such a sweet added touch. Reminded me why I keep coming back!

If you're looking for some dainty, shiny, unique earrings from different jewelry crafters this is a…read morecute place to do some shopping. I found a great pair of gold vermeil earrings here and I'm very happy with their quality and the customer service here is quite friendly. Thank you Philippa Roberts :)

I've been shopping here for years, but am taking my money elsewhere from now on. Beware, their…read morereturn policy is for store credit only. This isn't communicated to you at time of purchase in the store and there's a small sign which they point to that's not near where I paid. For those purchasing online and picking up, the return policy is not communicated BEFORE you pay. They will tell you it's on the receipt, which you receive AFTER you pay. It'd be nice to tell people BEFORE they pay. I'm now out the money and they have the jewelry. Shady!!

Another biz trip to Oakland means a stop at Oaklandish. I picked up 2 cute shirts this time got my…read moreson. The artwork and quality of the shirts is great. Check them out!

Although, I am from here, I never patronized this business…read more I am so glad that I had a chance to stop by and purchase a sweater. I absolutely love the color and saying. The store is spacious and clean. Parking is a pain as it is located downtown. I love the shirt display as soon as you enter. In the back they have a dressing room for your convenience and also gear from other local artists. The young man who helped us provided great service and was knowledgeable about the product. The telephone booth is super cute to take photos. The prices are a little steep, but you really can't find a shop like this that has the bay gear and quality. I can't wait to wear my sweatshirt!