This place has remained so consistently great in the 25 years it has been open. When I walked in…read moretoday, every employee was dressed up in dim Christmas attire and super friendly. It seemed they like really love working there. I picked up a Cape Fear rum cake because they are unbelievably good. The store is so clean and you can find something for everyone. Not to mention that they do wrapping for free!

Will never go back. Visited Blue Moon Gift Shop on 8/3/2025 and was horrified to see what appeared…read moreto be counterfeit Coco Chanel jewelry being sold by one of the vendors. I noticed several red flags that suggest the jewelry was not authentic. The pieces were noticeably lightweight and felt cheaply made, unlike the substantial, well-crafted pieces characteristic of genuine Chanel jewelry. The "CHANEL" logos and stamps on the items were poorly etched and unclear, a common sign of counterfeit goods. The prices for these items were far below what one would expect for genuine designer jewelry, which immediately raised suspicion.

Me, my brother, and my sister in law went here and it was delicious! I got the berry good cold…read morebrew, my brother got the lemon bar matcha (I think that's what it's called), and my SIL got the Taurus drink. My SIL also got a planner and I got a Mother's Day card because they sell a bunch of fun items inside. Lovely, helpful staff, as well!

10 out of 10. Amazing coffee and service. While visiting Wilmington, I googled this gem and…read moredecided to indulge. It's a cute quaint coffee shop with great trinkets, stationary, mugs, cards and of course - Coffee. I had the Golden Gal (see photo). It was delightful. The baristas were super helpful and friendly. I seriously wanted to return for another one or one of the other drinks. But it was my last day in Wilmington . But I will certainly be back.

Great selection, from fun trinkets to high-end jewelry, well-curated and friendly staff.read more

The cutest shop! I stumbled upon this shop when I was at another store next door and I'm so happy I…read moredid. I went in to find something for my sisters birthday, and the ladies there helped me find the perfect gifts! They were so sweet and extremely helpful in finding several options. Very reasonably priced and a great variety! They also have the softest pajamas and incredible quality.

Choice of mdse. is fantastic. Don't know where to look first…read more Just want to buy everything in the store. There's something for everyone. Found such unique gifts. And it's such fun when there's a Customer Appreciation Day with the selection of food and drinks, such a homey welcoming atmosphere. Can't wait 'til my next visit. Jeannette

The store has so many things and it's all so pretty! Service was interesting, no one greeted us and…read morejust stared at us, fortunately the YOUNG cashier greeted us so nicely, the older ladies assuming the owners did not bat an eye at us lol. First time in here, probably won't be back. Value for items are reasonable they have them broken up by little businesses I'm assuming.

We were recommended the Cotton Exchange as a place to see in Wilmington. We passed by an art…read moregallery, a clothing store, and a coffeehouse inside there. We didn't spend much time there, yet we enjoyed browsing the stores there. It was a brief walk from our hotel and a place to explore. January 24, 2026

A quaint area to shop near the river. The cotton exchange history and old buildings are a favorite…read moreof mine to visit. The shops and restaurants frequently change and it's always nice to see the new shops. Shop owners are very friendly and hospitable. There are restaurants, cafes, clothing, jewelry, paper, furniture shops and more. We always find something new and intriguing. I have brought stroller through and it's not very easy to navigate on wheels. Expected tourist area prices.

This is a really nice shop inside the Cotton Exchange. They sell wine, wine glasses, and small home…read moredecor items. The shop isn't very big but they make up for it with the quality of items. Another really nice thing about this shop is they feature North Carolina wines and items from North Carolina craftsmen. Highly recommend.

Wilmington has many great little places and one would have to spend quite a bit of time checking…read moreevery store out - but please check this place out for SURE! The staff are great, the selection unique and you just might be surprised at what you might find and the price you will pay! We picked up a couple wedding gifts as well as a take home one for ourselves - I believe my mom even found something here too! Make sure you stop in - tell them your friends from Silver Creek NY sent you :)

Unique gift shop if you need something special . Great hostess gift if you need one. Pleasant…read morepeople in the shop. Very helpful.

Similar to lululemon, this place is a disaster... If you're a guy like me with a wife like mine who…read morelikes nice things. Knick-knacks, china, candlesticks, candles, gifts, and beach-appropriate decorating items like a bottle opener ship's wheel (my favorite; perhaps not classy). They also have 2-3 places for me/you to sit while your wife shops. Very important. Also money for finding your mother-in-law a gift.

Photography by 3Spade7Star @3Spade7Star_photography…read moreJanuary 25, 2026 - Sunday The Black Cat Shoppe was on my to go see list in Wilmington to see if I could get on a historical tour in a motor vehicle. Unfortunately, they don't have historical tours but they do have tours on foot and it was not feasible for me to do after having a surgery on my hip & leg - still healing. So I browsed the store for a long period and had the most fun with using the coin operated crystal vending machine. For two quarters you can get one to three crystals with a turn of the knob on the machine. I was lucky to get three crystals several times. You don't know how many or what kind of crystals you will get, yet it is fun, and the crystals make a great gift to give to people. I got a lot of green aventurine crystals and crystals I usually would not select like dalmation jasper & a dull moonstone. It was a steal since most crystals are $1-3 each for the sizes I received of these crystals. Alyssa was very engaging and stellar in providing me information and generating more sales effortlessly - just by answering all my questions and showing me different rings stocked inside the ring display. She was delightful, memorable, and helped me select the perfect rings to wear on my index and third finger. I got 3 rings for $24.99. Other items I purchased was: money attraction incense & oudh resin in a glass bottle for incense, unique oracle cards with funny yes & no answers, stickers, a pamphlet detailing all the places where television series and movies were filmed at in Wilmington, North Carolina, and post cards. The postcards were only $1. I should have bought a book there that I thought I already had. The book is The Ghosts of Old Wilmington by John Hirchak. The book is signed by the writer. I had two ghost books about Wilmington but it was not that one. Yet it is another reason I should go back to The Black Cat Shoppe. I plan to come back here and go on their tours later in the future. This is a place I plan to visit again the next time I come to Wilmington, North Carolina.

This store was supposed the "one tree hill record store" and used as something else in Dawsons…read morecreek I believe.. has a lot of toys, magnets, post cards and etc... If you are a fan of the show One Tree Hill come check it out!

This is a fantastic store. They have so many things. Just room after room after room. I usually…read moreget all of my gifts for new parents here. They have such a Greta selection and do have a lot of local vendor items, too. They have a huge selection of Scout products and many different kinds of high quality lotions and candles. The staff could be a little friendlier (every time I am there) and the hours are terrible. That is where the 4 starts come in. If I worked there I would be so happy all of the time because the feel in there is just so soothing.

Oh, I love it in there! Such adorable baby/kid stuff! Beautiful home decor and nice clothing…read moreoptions. Staff were pleasant and the layout made it fun to meander the store and take in all the neat items available. Best of all, it didn't seem overpriced and I was happy with the purchase of a cute baby blanket for my son. They also had gift wrapping available. Would recommend for your next birthday, wedding, or anniversary gift shopping. Great options for baby/kid clothes for family pictures and such.

This was the best beach shop I've been to and I don't think I'd go anywhere else. Prices were…read moredecent. Clothing items had good quality and weren't all the cheaply made things. Employee was so friendly and kind and we talked for a bit. Felt like we had a new friend when we left. It was also right on the beach and pier and was perfect location to stop and enjoy the evening!

We were looking for some nice souvenirs from North Carolina and were so glad we stopped here! We…read morefound the perfect keepsakes--a magnet and a Christmas tree ornament--that will always remind us of our trip. The shop has a fun variety of items, from unique gifts to classic souvenirs, so there's something for everyone to enjoy. The staff were also incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming, which made the experience even better. A great little spot to pick up something special while visiting NC--highly recommend!