I'm a local in Annapolis and am often turned off by the touristy souvenir "gift shops" that litter…read moreMain Street. But Easy Street is a gem and is my "go to" place for tasteful, stylish and contemporary HANDMADE gifts that you don't find elsewhere (particularly at the Mall). I never fail to find something that "wow's" me and is always a hit with the recipients that I buy for. Inventory is often changing with new exciting items. Can't always resist the temptation for myself, and more than a few Easy Street items adorn my Eastport home. Megan and her staff are always friendly and helpful, and do a nice job with the gift wrapping. Easy Street is a MUST and trust me, you will be sure to thank me for this tip!

Check out the Storypeople Quotes by Brian Andreas. I love all of them…read more "You're the strangest person I ever met, she said & I said you too & we decided we'd know each other a long time." "Anyone can slay a dragon ...but try waking up every morning and loving the world all over again. That's what takes a real hero." Or there's the jewelry, the glass art pieces, the art/frame work. This is my favorite gallery in downtown Annapolis and it's in plain view from Main Street but don't miss it.

Bottom Line: A lovely collection of accessories, décor, clothing and gifts…read more The Cottage, a long time staple in Severna Park, has opened a new location in downtown Annapolis in the spot previously occupied by Kokopelli. To differentiate between the two locations they are calling the downtown Annapolis store The Cottage on Main and the Severna Park store The Cottage in The Park. The inventory between the two stores seems very similar. I can almost always find something to buy at this great local, small business. Here are some of my most recent finds: - Avanti greeting cards often featuring funny animals. They are the best! - Keva leather jewelry. It's light and so comfortable to wear. - Farmhouse Fresh lotions and soaps. Great quality and not overbearing scents. - Hobo purses and wallets. Awesome colors, practical designs and yummy leather. - A variety of thoughtful and sweet baby gifts. Lots of pretty prints. - Boho bandeaus. I really like these for working out in the yard. - Rifle Paper Co. stemless drinking glasses. Seems great for anything. - Although not personally a favorite of mine, popular brands like Vera Bradley, Kendra Scott and Swig. Since this location is in downtown Annapolis parking is a consideratoin. On an early weekday morning you might be able to grab a metered spot our front. The Noah Hillman Parking Garage is nearby too. Or you can always drive 15 minutes to the Severna Park location where parking is plentiful. Overall, The Cottage on Main is a great addition to downtown Annapolis.

I can't believe I forgot to review THE COTTAGE?! I was cruising through my reviews from our trip to…read moreAnnapolis mid summer. Annapolis has got a ton of little clothing shops and odds and ends but THE COTTAGE's selection was top notch. They had bracelets, bags, decor, clothes...you name it. I'm from the south and live in Ohio now, but this shop was reminiscent of the shops in the south. Classy and prices reasonable for the quality they carry, plus the staff were so hospitable. Hopefully I'll be stopping in on a regular basis if I get a Mid class 2031.

Sharing my recent experience with Reclaimed Annapolis so future customers have full transparency…read morebefore committing to a custom project. We paid in full for a custom vanity in late August after being assured that our project would be prioritized and completed quickly. Over the next several months, we repeatedly requested the progress updates and photos we were told we would receive. Instead, we were given multiple estimated completion dates that came and went without any product, updates, or supporting information. By mid-November--after more than two months of delays and asking for realistic timelines so we could coordinate with other contractors--we were informed that the business would not complete the project. The owner cancelled our order outright and issued a full refund. While we do appreciate that the refund was processed promptly, the cancellation caused a significant setback to our bathroom renovation, especially after we had already structured our broader project timeline around the commitments made earlier. We made a deliberate effort to support a local Annapolis business, but our experience was disappointing and disruptive. Customers considering custom work here should be aware of the repeated delays, lack of communication, and ultimate cancellation we encountered. This review reflects our direct experience and the impact it had on our project and schedule.

We bought a beautiful piece of furniture from Reclaimed, had it delivered a few days later. The…read moredelivery folks were awesome and took care of it as if it were their own. We took advantage of their 50% off opportunity.

AnneBeth's is the best!!! This is my 3rd time ordering a gift basket for my Annapolis family and it…read morejust keeps getting better. Everyone is super helpful and accommodating for our needs. They are very professional, polite and patient whoever we're choosing items for our family's gift. My family loved their products too. We chose fresh sourdough bread, goat cheese with truffles, and another with figs and honey. Sounds yummy. A tasty white wine to go with the bread and cheese is a great accompaniment. Thank you AnneBeth. I appreciate you for having this establish for all. And it's all priced fairly. I'll be back and will tell friends and family about our experience. Marcia M.

Annebeth's is the refreshingly personalized liquor store on Maryland Avenue, Annapolis. It sits in…read morethe historic downtown area close by the marina, Naval Academy and State House. East to find with street parking right across the street. The space is small, but they have a decent cross section of wine, beer and harder stuff. If you're thinking booze warehouse you will be disappointed, but if you prefer more human scale, you can find happiness with Annebeth. We needed a six pack for our dinner at a local crab house. We were able to select a mix and match half dozen of their mostly local brews, which our lovely shopkeeper was able to put together with transferable can clips into one unit. There appears to be other things for sale in the way of snacks and light lunches, but we didn't pay much attention to them. We knew we would be stuffed with Maryland Blues, chowder and key lime pie that night and were saving our appetites until then. It was cool to buy our night's beverages in a shop that might have been selling grog and heavy ales for the last 250 years!

There are so many boutiques in Annapolis. Well, here's another one. This one is a little…read moredifferent. You won't find your typical Annapolis tourist items in here. Looks like handcrafted gift items that may have originated from Peru.

Bottom Line: An enchanting place to shop for, or just browse, the artwork of 50+ local artists who…read moreget their inspiration from Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay. Local by Design opened in May 2016 and I am so sad that they were not listed on Yelp prior to Annapolis' busy summer tourist season (soon to be followed by the busy Navy-football-games-and-boat-show-weekends season). This store is delightful and if I was an impulse shopper I would have gone broke today and filled my car with serene water colors, fun jewelry, transitional upholstery furniture, upcycled art work, practical pottery and pop art posters. Local by Design features the artwork of other 50 local artists that use all sorts of mediums. The art here ranges from super subtle, traditional and classic to zany, wild and fun. I enjoyed all of it! Even if you aren't shopping for something on your walls, there is plenty of other great stuff here for the home, for yourself and for gifts. Also, this store offers a little snapshot into the cultural icons of Annapolis and the surrounding area - USNA, sailing, steamed crabs alongside National Bohemian beer, oysters, blue herons, anchors, etc.

Great little place with tons of little nooks that never seems to end. You want local pottery? They…read morehave it. You want cute handmade ornaments? They have those too. Do yourself a favor and buy from here and support local.

This leather handbag store has all the handbags ad wallets you can dream of. The decor and vibe is…read morelaid back and relaxed. There are two floors so you can spend some time browsing and finding the perfect bag or wallet for you! Great for a girls day shopping trip or while visiting downtown Annapolis! It's right off the waterfront just up Green Street! Stop by, it'll be worth it!

4/28/2024- I love…read moresoft grain leather.. and I enjoy Hobo products.. Every few years I end up buying the leather wallets-.. after a while the slots that hold the cards end up loose and my cards fall out.. I need one that holds more than six cards.. and that is why I prefer the Hobo brand.. Last week I purchased the bigger clasp wallet/bag.. I think my phone could even fit.. Price was great because it was on sale at a retail store.. (justified my reason to buy).. The color has a very nice rich tone..

Our first time visiting Old Town Annapolis during Halloween, and we were on the hunt for something…read moresweet! We stopped by earlier in the day to check out what they had, and they had a little bit of everything... cookies, fudge, souvenirs, and more. The gentleman working that evening was attentive and welcoming. We ended up not getting anything at the time since we wanted to explore a little more, but later that night, we found ourselves coming back for those cookies! We got cookies straight from the oven!!! Everything is sold by the pound, but honestly, what stood out most was the service! Thank you! The cookies were delicious!!!

Came here for a sticker souvenir , they have loads of souvenirs in general which is nice if you're…read moreinto souvenirs. A bit pricey ($6) for a small sticker but what can you do. They even have a pastry section where we got snickerdoodles cookies- SO good, soft and flavorful. The staff are super friendly and sweet. Overall a good experience !

This the kind of comic book shop that most of us search for but never find. For longtime and new…read morefans, you'll not only find a great selection to choose from but honest and real help from an extremely knowledgable owner. I haven't collected comic books in years but it looks like I have discovered the place to start the addiction back up in.

I've never been to a comic book store before, but I wandered into this one and was so impressed…read morewith the vastness of inventory. I saw characters that I know and love, but also new ones that haven't made it to mainstream media yet. So cool and I loved being able to browse and check them all out.

Wife loves shopping here Staff are friendly and helpful. Dont mind wife shopping here.read more

BLUF: Preppy, higher-end nautical inspired clothing for women…read more The Lucky Knot is a local retailer with a handful of stores in Annapolis, Alexandria and perhaps a few other locations. They have two stores in downtown Annapolis and this review is for the business at 176 Main Street that sells preppy clothing with a touch of nautical. Brands like Gretchen Scott, Lilly Pulitzer and Vineyard Vines are sold here and I appreciate having a local option for nicer clothes, especially after Nordstrom went out of business in 2020. The store is always well organized and I do find the pretty displays beckoning me to come in and have a look. In addition to clothing they have accessories - scarves, purses, fashion jewelry, etc. My style isn't generally as preppy as The Lucky Knot but I have gotten a few fun plaid pieces here for the holidays. They key is to take the time to try it on and make sure you love it because the return policy is exchanges only.