​I was just strolling down 1st Ave when I stumbled upon this absolutely stunning shop for the very…read morefirst time. Pro-tip for first-timers: if you're confused about how to get in, just press the button next to the door! The friendly staff will buzz you right in. ​Once inside, I was completely blown away by how beautifully the shop is curated. The front features gorgeous color-coded displays in vibrant greens, pinks, and yellows. As you wander deeper into the store, it's like a treasure trove filled with high-quality wines, perfumes, artisanal soaps, gourmet treats, and incredibly tasteful home decor and novelties. ​This is the ultimate spot to pick up a little self-care treat or find a unique, thoughtful gift for someone special. Yes, the prices are a bit on the higher side, but given the exceptional quality and uniqueness of everything they carry, the satisfaction level is 100% there. Such a gem with a wonderful aesthetic!

We stopped by Watson Kennedy Fine Home after being drawn in by its beautifully curated window…read moredisplay, and it did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by the wonderful staff. The store is a dream, everything is thoughtfully color-coordinated, making it a feast for the eyes. There's truly something for everyone, and it's the perfect one-stop shop for creating a thoughtful gift basket. I could have easily spent hours browsing the unique selection, but my husband was eager to get to our next destination. We were visiting from out of town the first time we stopped in, but now it is a go to spot, even if it's just to check out what they have put out recently! If you're in Seattle, this store is an absolute must-visit!

I wish my entire life could look like this store!…read more Woodland Mod is the Japandi aesthetic personified. Everywhere you look is a thoughtfully curated display filled with intentionally sourced goodies. From art work and lighting to stationery and home goods, it's a beyond gorgeous catch-all store. After a quick stroll around, I easily accumulated a looonnggg wishlist. I wanted everything and more!

When I think of the design of ideal space, it's filled with everything here. I love a highly…read morecurated shop and Moodland Mod knows how to curate. With a heavy japandi influence that still feels very useful for a PNW lifestyle. This is one of those places where you can easily spend $500 on a few things or $50 on 5 things. If you're looking for a gift for "that person that has everything" -- Woodland Mod would be my recommendation to find the perfect niche gift. From greeting cards to artwork and Japanese garden sheers. This isn't a place where you go in with a shopping list, you kinda just let the store show you what you want. This is my second time stopping by during the Ballard Farmers market on Sundays. I'm sure that this is when they are most busy, but there's a nice flow where you don't feel too cramped with everyone else shopping.

Really fun store with great selection of candles, incense, statuary. Very good customer service…read more Prices were reasonable.

A cool store in the U-district with a unique shopping experience filled with unique items from…read more traditional gargoyles to local artisan crafts. This store caters to those who appreciate darker or magical themes. Overall prices were good but the service was overbearing as was followed everywhere while in there.

Watson Kennedy Fine Living is a very specific type of gift shop - it's lotion and candle focused,…read moreorganized by color and extremely scented. The strength of the scent is frankly overwhelming to the point it's unpleasant to browse and the shop could do with an air purifier if it's simply the byproduct of the items carried. The service was friendly but I couldn't stay in the shop for long and the scent lingered on my clothes for about ten minutes. Those with sensitivities likely won't do well, but for those who like strongly secreted spaces, Watson Kennedy is your store.

I love this store and have been here before but the lady working here yesterday was so rude. She…read morecouldn't have made us feel less welcome. I asked her about the fragrances and she said that wasn't their specialty but then it actually it is because they have other sense around the store like candles and lotions. I would give the store five stars because they have so many cute little knickknacks and beautiful cards and memorabilia of Seattle and it's located next to the inn at the market hotel next-door to Sushi Kashiba which is amazing.

We absolutely loved Ventures Marketplace! Upon walking in there was a large selection of handmade…read morejewelry, the amazing associate told us that every piece in the shop was handmade by women and immigrants. Additionally, the shop was a nonprofit organization with all of the funds going back to the artists and to help women and immigrants take business classes in Seattle. There were probably around 8-12 different artists with prices ranging from 20-100 dollars. Great business with a great mission!

This boutique is a non-profit whose mission is to support and empower low-income artisans into…read moreentrepreneurship. There is a little bit of everything here. It's a little jewel tucked away under the market action. There were so many interesting things, i had trouble choosing! I decided on a couple of silkscreened tea towels. I collect (and use) quirky tea towels, so it was a treat. This is a terrific place in the market for souvenirs because you get both truly local stuff and do some good while you are at it.

This is a great place to find furniture, decor and gifts. Anything from this store makes a home way…read moremore interesting, stylish, and practical. Big props to the owners. They know EVERYTHING about decor and have fantastic taste.

It is truly a special kind of retail purgatory when you just want to browse a few paperbacks and…read moresuddenly you're being pitched a sectional with performance fabric. The "hovering" technique is the fastest way to turn a potential sale into a "I'm leaving right now" situation. There is a massive psychological gap between "I am here if you need me" and "I am essentially your shadow." The Desperation: You can see them mentally checking boxes on a manager's "Engagement Checklist." * The Disconnect: They aren't reading the room; they're reading the script. * The Result: A customer who feels hunted rather than helped. Retailers often think that "High Touch" service equals "Constant Contact," but most modern shoppers view their time in a store as a solo mission. We want the associate to be like a GPS: silent and out of the way until we actually take a wrong turn or need a specific destination. When an associate is practically tethered to you, it removes the "discovery" element of shopping. You stop looking at the products because you're too busy trying to figure out how to politely lose your tail And out of all that, I still didn't buy the book as i was focused on writing this review. Damn. This is why we shop on Amazon.

Super cute gift shop with lots of fun and trendy items! Perfect for last minute shopping if you…read morewant to support a local business. It's hard to make a decision because I love everything there!

In August, I was given a gift from the store that didn't suit me at all. It was a gold flower…read morenecklace that did not sit right on me. It fell forward and was not well valanced on the chain. We don't live in Seatttle, where the store is, so my husband sent back of the gift and was told that someone would help me with an exchange. I had no response to my Instagram messages or my emails. Now in December, finally someone is responding to us and they are unwilling to help shop remotely, siting the season as the reason. In fact, they're only willing to offer a gift card. They did, however, offer the "full price" on the gift card. I found that an interesting statement. As if that was a favor to me. So since we live far away, it's unlikely that I will remember to use the gift card. We only visit once every year or two. I hope I do have a chance to spend the gift card, worth over $300. But this is just a reminder that while it's nice to shop small businesses, in person, it's not necessarily great for the recipient of the gift. Especially if a change is needed. A better resolution would've been a refund to my husband. Especially for a long distance situation. While he was told that the sales person would be helpful, we have not found that to do so. One of my favorite sayings is that you're either winning or you're learning. I'd say this is definitely a learning experience. Shop wisely.

Stumbled across this little thrift store Once inside there's…read morevintage finds galore! Calvin Klein, Levi's, and even cowboy boots. Sifting through the racks, you'll have a hoot! But clothes is not all, there's more. Record players, ceramics, and even stereos in the store! Inside you can have a seat and enjoy the vibes Or at the tables they have just outside. I would come again if I lived near, But to all I say for thrifting--do visit here.

This is a great vintage and second hand gem in Pioneer Square. Well-curated but still rewards a dig…read morewith serendipitous finds. They have options for both men and women (and a sitting area for partners and friends who don't want to shop). I was running to catch a ride and didn't get to give their wares proper consideration but am excited to go back for a more relaxed browse.