I make a point of going to Amore & Fede at the start of every season! I walk away with cute pieces…read morethat end up being "go-to" items all season long! It feels like a high end boutique, but without the outlandish prices... cute stuff at prices that won't break the bank.

I visited earlier this week on a Tuesday about 515pm, the young, tall blonde working seemed to be…read moreeager to close early as she repeatedly stated the shop on the corner had younger apparel and would be more suited for me as if she knew what I was looking for without ever asking first. Quite the assumption to make since I'm in my 40s. She stated the shop was for elderly ladies in their 60s & 70s. I nodded and smiled commenting on the jewelry as I was shopping for my mother; but she didn't ask. So, I continued to browse and she repeatedly stated the same statement four more times. I was there for less than 10 minutes and she went into the back before I left. The store gives off a classy aesthetic and I did intend to buy a pair of earrings but the customer service contradicted that classy atmosphere.

Nice store with friendly service…read more Note - the largest size they have is a Large. Apparently no one in Excelsior needs a larger size. They do have some nice jewelry and cute accessories.

Staff and customers were all wearing masks if that worries you along with hand sanitizer. Great up…read moreto date styles that are not on the expensive side (bonus). I aLways check out the material so it will last longer than one time washing as some choices are on the cheaper side. Most importantly I always find something without fail.

This is virtually the first place I go at the beginning of each new season! The clothes are…read moredarling and unique rather than the same old same old found in big chain dept stores. The owners provide great personal service , prices are reasonable and quality is high. . But seriously--older, younger, size 14, Size 4--everything just seems to strike the right note and fit great! Meets the trends without going overboard. Can't say enough! Love love this shop!

Love this store and everything in it! The girls working there were great, super kind. Stopped in…read morehere while visiting my in-laws and will be stopping there again next time!

I was at Gray earlier today and the service was terrible. I walked in and neither of the women…read moreacknowledged me until I looked straight at one. Further, a third woman was walking up the steps from the basement and I was right at the top looking at something and when she saw me there was also no acknowledgement, not even a smile and a welcome. Gross.

Stopped the two boutiques almost adjacent to one another and personally preferred Cherie's. The…read morespace was open and spread out, no so crowded and able to clearly walk around and see items around the boutique. There were clothes and accessories to look at. The young lady at the counter was pleasant and checked on the price of a chain necklace for me that was on a shelf towards the back of the boutique. It was marked at $32. I thought it was a little high, but the neighborhood is also a factor, so understood. There were a nice array of accessories, which I am a fan of. Lots of nice purses, Dooney & Burke, and necklaces and earrings. Fortunately for myself, there were clip-ons as well. I was almost tempted to purchase a pair of yellow square earrings for $12, since I love larger earrings, but did not. I did manage to grab a business card. I was advised that if I check social media new finds may be posted. I will definitely be checking out their finds.

This is a fun place to stop into and dig around for some really great, stylish finds. Some of the…read moreprices are upscale, generally for designer name goods. But, you can still find some brands like Express and Banana Republic at reasonable prices. It can be hit or miss here sometimes as it does appear that much of the clientele is middle-aged. But, I have managed to find cute dresses for clubbing as well as work appropriate pieces here without spending an ungodly amount of money.

"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.

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.