Upon learning I was a fan of vintage/thrift shopping, a friend suggested we check out Heirlooms…read moreAntique Mall. I mostly frequent the Brass Armadillo and some shops on Colfax, and admittedly didn't know this gem was waiting for me in Aurora. We went on a Saturday late-morning, and were greeted cheerfully and with an excellent explanation of the store. We were offered help as we browsed the locked cases upstairs, and we ambled the huge sprawling basement footprint as well. The sheer size of this place was impressive. There are a variety of item types (records, costume jewelry, taxidermy, kitchen goods, clothing, upcycled decor, etc.) and aesthetic styles, so really something for everyone. We found some particularly fun vendors in the basement. It felt like it could be easy to get carried away here, in the best possible way. Currently, many (most?) of the vendors have a holiday discount in place too, and we managed to walk away with some well priced treasures. Definitely stop by if you like the thrill of the hunt, and I'm confident the folks at Heirlooms Antique Mall will take care of you.

Tucked into a busy strip mall in Aurora, lies the hidden gem that is…read moreHeirlooms Antique Mall. It may look like just another store front among other businesses from bustling Havana St, but I can assure you, it's more than what meets the eye. I was introduced to this spot via a Yelp event and have been back every single year ever since because inside the two massive levels, are some of the most unique antiques, vintage finds and interesting pieces - yet to be discovered! Various collectors and vintage sellers alike, sell odds and ends throughout the space. Upon entry, it can be overwhelming, but the friendly faces at the front are quick to assist - aka provide directions, sale options and open any cases you may need access to. Very helpful and friendly, indeed! My husband and I ventured here to look around and easily spent 2 hours looking at each booth, finding things that piqued our interest and ended up coming home with us! It's almost impossible to get see it all, so when you see something you like, snag it, because it may not be there again! Inventory turns over fast! Worth a stop in!!

I have shopped at Box Lunch for years. When I lived in Minnesota, it was great having one close by…read more When I moved to Colorado, the only Box Lunch I could find was up at Flatirons Crossing, which was 1 1/2 hours away. Even after moving up to Denver, it wasn't convenient. Needless to say I didn't shop much in the brick-and-mortar store, but I did shop (a lot!) online. That's why I was so excited to see a Box Lunch at Town Center in Aurora! Kellen, the sales associate, was so friendly and helpful. Her service is the type I was used to shopping at the Mall of America location. I asked her how long the store had been open, and she said it opened last week. I also asked her how long she worked for the company, and she said while she trained up at Flatirons Crossing, this store was her first official location. You couldn't tell, since she had amazing product knowledge and super customer service. The store had a fantastic selection of Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and other types of genres. They had all kinds of products, and even had a nice sale going on. As usual, I walked out with a bagful of stuff. Kellen helped fix my phone number, which someone had entered entirely wrong into the system. When she couldn't find me via my phone number, I told her to brace herself when I gave her my email. She started smiling because she knew it was a combo of Disney and Star Wars. She pretty much had it memorized when she had to reenter my info. I left with not only some sweet deals and awesome shopping bag, but a smile on my face thanks to Kellen's customer service. And don't worry: I'll be back soon!

I can not find a good review link anywhere on the receipt?! Y'all have to add that! Anyways, I…read moredon't think I have ever encountered so many kind, fun, lovable people before walking in today. There was a gentleman with the best hair who just had the most bubbly spirit. And EMILY wow Emily embodies the definition of customer service. She was so willing to help us find the right size, even called another store to put a sweater on hold for me! I definitely didn't think walking in today I'd walk out in a better mood. Much love, Renee

The store is so cute because they have lot of stuff for all kinds of people. A great place to buy a…read moregift, for sure. The lady who assisted me was incredibly kind and so helpful! I am happy with my purchase.

I was wandering around Stanley Marketplace with a few of my girlfriends today and Trunk Nouveau…read morecaught our eye, so we popped in to look around. The store is a lifestyle brand that has jewelry, stationary, perfume, candles, and more. The two ladies working were the absolute sweetest! I like to collect rings from everywhere I travel and realized that after numerous trips to Denver that I've never gotten my "Denver ring". After looking at the unique and cute collection they had and some compliments from the lovely staff, I decided to get an oversized light brown sparkly ring. The minute I tried it on, I fell in love! If you're looking for a cute gift, card, or something to treat yourself, check out this cute little shop!

Went to Datura specifically looking for a plant. There was only one other customer in the shop, yet…read morethe two ladies working there gave them their full attention, basically following them all over the store, while completely ignoring us. We had questions about plant care and waited around for 15 minutes without a single offer of help. Eventually we decided to leave. Honestly, if they can't manage two customers in the store at the same time, I can't imagine how they'd handle a busier day. Pretty disappointing experience.

Love this shop! The staff and owner are so helpful and invested. I love to stop in on my way home…read morefrom brunch at Hashtag or stop in when I'm looking for a specific plant. I was able to purchase a very healthy variegated string of pearls during their July 4th sale for 30% off. I would highly recommend them for their staff assistance/knowledge and plant selection. Go check them out!

This place is sick! You'll find cute boutique stores, casual and fine dining, art, activities…read moreinside and outside! I believe there's also a play area for kiddos outdoors as well. The hubby and I hit up a vinyl display in the middle of the market place where he purchased two new vinyls: Fred Again and Turnstile. Iykyk. While he was shopping for music, I went inside a boutique store and bought myself a cute romper! We also had an epic biscuit breakfast at Denver Biscuit Co., located inside. Highly recommend. There's also a ton of stores that sell Denver merchandise if you're looking for souvenirs. There's a lot to do and explore here. You can easily spend a couple of hours walking around and having a bite to eat. We were on a time crunch and didn't get to see everything. I'd totally come back and bring more friends here!

I had such a fun time at the Stanley Marketplace! I originally went for an appointment at The…read moreSemion Barbershop, but we got there early and ended up grabbing a bite while waiting. It was pretty packed. The place itself is incredible, definitely more of a "coolest mall I've ever been to" vibe than your typical mall. There are so many unique shops, from books to specialty stores, a liquor store, and even a lounge with a pool table. We tried Maria's Empanadas, which I've been wanting to try forever, and it definitely was everything I hoped it'd be. So many delicious varieties. Everything was fresh and delicious. I also had a watermelon drink and a pistachio cookie, and everything was perfect. We also had some smoked mac and cheese at the barbecue spot, it was okay, a little too peppery and not as fresh as I'd hoped, but overall the food experience was nice. Walking around and exploring all the different spots was a blast. We'll definitely be back!

Amazing place for all your healing desires!! Whether you need herbs, tinctures, crystals, or to get…read morea healing session- this is a community gem. Run by women of color who do so much for work in the community, it is a place not to miss in Five Points. I'm obsessed with their loose leaf teas made in-house, and the ceramics and locally made tarot decks!

I was visiting from out of town and some local friends said to check out Alchemy Ritual and they…read morewere not wrong! What a beautiful store! And the staff was so kind and friendly. They had books and tarot cards I have never seen before so I did some of my Xmas shopping and was so glad to spend money at a shop that is so supportive and inclusive.

The artisan center is the cutest place ever! I'm so excited to see what's new every time I go in…read more It's definitely a great place to shop for a gift!

The Artesan Center is located in the Cherry Creek area of Colorado. This store has a collection of…read morehandmade goods by various artists. Jewelry, children's goods, books, cards, knickknacks, and some souvenirs. Paid a lot parking and some street parking.

Oh, Mole Hole, I wanted to like you better, I really did…read more The Mole Hole is full of knick-knacks and other pretty but completely useless items. Some are quite interesting in their artistic design, like the doll body which sprouts limbs like a tree from its head and is meant to hold earrings and other jewelry. Most items though seem to be geared to the little old lady crowd. The jewelry in the case was gaudy and mostly made of colored glass. The number of cat shaped things gave me acid-reflux! The one or two things that were attractive enough for me to pick up to check out their prices were so expensive, I felt guilty for just touching them. The staff was friendly and nice, and though I think she had me pegged as leaving empty handed the moment I walked in the door, was just as friendly as if I had bought something.

I, too, wanted to like this place. They've got cute little baubles. I bought a bracelet a couple…read moreof months ago for around $100. It broke. Twice. I fixed it the first time, took it back the second. The girl behind the counter couldn't help me get it fixed and couldn't give me a new bracelet. Kind of treated me like I'd stolen it or brought in somebody else's crappy merchandise even though there was a bracelet just like it in the case. So, I've got a $100 piece of broken junk. Won't go back.