Fantastic and somewhat eclectic variety of items but the real treasure here is the woman who was…read moreworking there Sunday morning (7/30). In addition to being such a charming and pleasant person she was also just amazing in how helpful she was to people coming in the store. One poor woman was out of dog poop bags and the woman didn't hesitate to find her a couple small bags and give the dog a couple treats! We never got a chance to finish our shopping here but we'll be back in a few weeks. I see several xmas gifts with Emmy's name on them!

Wonderful store! Beautiful items. Emmy is the best. I bought a couple of items and left. Emmy found…read moreme in another store near by. She had mistakenly over charged me and left her store to find me. I was so surprised, I never would have know if she had not found me. She is the best. I highly recommend!!!!

This is a cute boutique in Essex Village that offers a lot of nice options for 30+ year old ladies…read more I ventured in late one Saturday afternoon with one of my girlfriends and found they were having a great New Years sale on cashmere, winter accessories and a variety of other clothes. I found two great Foxcroft button down shirts, perfect for work, on sale for $37! The owner was very friendly and we got to talking about where I was visiting from, West Hartford, and she happened to have grown up there. She also shared a lot about the cute new spring items she had just ordered from her recent purchasing trip to New York. I look forward to seeing the cute styles she described on my next day trip down to Essex!

Fans of Stonewear in Essex need to know that the shop is now called One N Main (seems there was…read moreanother Stonewear in Colorado and they made a fuss). Well, we're liking the new name. We never thought "Stonewear" suited this gem of a shop, stocked with some of our favorite labels like Velvet tees, 360 Cashmere, the original French striped boatnecks by St. James, Yoga Jeans, a strong selection of bags and, particularly indispensable on unpredictable summer nights, these one-size-fits-all whisper weight cashmere ponchos that are just the ticket to throw over a summery shift

Sadly, the shop is closed and the building gone for years now, the garden and building replaced…read morewith a parking lot. The shop was here for decades, with the most beautiful selection of the finest European children's and infants' clothing, shoes, accessories, stuffed toys, and classic children's books. I shopped here as a child and throughout my children's baby and teen years. The proprietor, Linda Keunkler Ward, sadly, passed away in 2018, it was a very special, tasteful, and lovely shop. My children and I have memories of the shop's pet gerbil, Christmas photo cards pinned to the wall, and a little dish of gum drops at the checkout counter.

If you've ever been one to fawn over insanely beautiful children's clothes, this would be a…read moredestination, y'all. I gotta say I've hunted far and wide for the odd baby gift, took great pride in trying to be the cool aunt to my nieces by finding unique clothes, and ive even worked in a shop or two in my day. But I tell you this with great confidence - you'll never find a shop with such an exquisite array of children's clothing. Im not kidding. The owner has impeccable taste, and Ive yet to poke through these racks and find something that wasnt classic and of the utmost quality. If you ever find yourself in Essex, Ct.: 1. consider yourself lucky. 2. visit the red balloon. Love, Sara

This store is at the center of Essex. The owners select great clothing and accessories and they are…read moreso personable and helpful. They genuinely are interested in their customers and they are very active in the welfare of the village.

J Alden Clothiers is a small clothing boutique owned by husband and wife duo Jim and Amy. The store…read moreis located on Main Street in Essex. When I walked inside I was greeted by Amy, she was so kind and welcoming. The front of the store had the most adorable red and white merchandise with hearts, in preparation for Valentine's Day! The back of the store had the men's section. Here they will taylor shirts and trousers to your fit. I really liked a lot of the tops and small accessories in this finely catered boutique. Some of the items are a bit too costly. J Alden is a beautiful family owned boutique. There is something here for everyone.

I was surprised to discover how much I liked the clothes at Haystacks. My wife tried on several…read moredresses and the accessories that went with them. It's a smallish store but they use the space well and it's very upbeat, friendly and tasteful. Prices are in line with the rest of the street. You can find some deals but the normal pricing is within reach for most people. The selections really are fantastic. Whoever does the buying has a great eye and pretty much any shape or size or taste will find something here. I'm coming back for holiday shopping for sure!

This boutique is outstanding!!! Wendy will find the most…read morestunning clothes perfect for your body, age, look... Designers like Michael Stars, THML, 3 Dot... I spent 3 hours there... A MUST VISIT

I loved this store in Essex! Went there last week to find a note on the door saying they moved to…read moreMystic in mid-November. Oh, ok. Today I came online to find out where they are located in Mystic. Website, social media, everything still says Essex. Nothing has been updated - 3 weeks after the move. Do they even want business? It's the 4 busiest shopping weeks of the year and they are still directing everyone to an empty storefront in Essex.

Rude salesperson Jo and the owner called me back and was equally as rude as if having to speak to a…read morecustomer was a burden.

**Review is for sandals/flip flops only.** I love my very…read morecute Eliza B flip flops/sandals, which are handmade in Essex, CT - yes, they truly are handmade in the USA! Main points: 1) Style: Classic and timeless... You usually find Eliza B's in small shops in resort areas or you can call the company or buy online. Online offers myriad choices, such as buying their designs or creating your own. Choices include flat or wedge flip flops with striped ribbons or motifs like crabs, whales or anchors. You can buy monogramed sandals, seersucker or gingham, or all-leather sandals in many colors. The belts are so so pretty too! (Look at their website.) 2) Value: LeatherMan/Eliza B makes quality products and fully stands behind them. My Eliza B's are still pretty and comfy after 3 or 4 years of heavy use when I lived in Carolina, but then, they are NOT made of plastic, nylon and cheap rubber! I last ordered in spring of last year and paid $48 plus shipping. 3) Size: the sandals run SMALL so you often need to size up one full size. Yet I'm a size 7.5 and wear a size 8 in Eliza Bs. Sooo, try on a pair at a store that sells them or measure your foot and call the company for sizing help. One thing: the sandal straps grip the sides of your feet - they're not loose at all - and they won't fly off your feet at a pool or get wedged under a gas pedal. 4) Customer service: I didn't give this company 5 stars because of "phone attitude." We've given them plenty of business over many years, but some of the employees are abrupt, unfriendly and rude. That's unfortunate because most customers are loyal. (Also, the shipping is a few dollars too high, $9 or 10) That aside, you place an order and often wait a few weeks to receive it, which seems reasonable considering you're receiving a handmade product. Go USA!!

Only a brief comment. I just received a belt from Austin Jeffers and it's perfect!…read more You can read more about their products on blogs like The Daily Prep and forums like Styleforum.

This is a beautiful store with a lovely, local owner. Such a lovely spot for baby, kids, and…read morewomen's items. Not to be missed when in downtown Essex!!

From the owner: Grace & Haven is a purpose driven lifestyle boutique, created by a mama committed to finding…read moreproducts that make life better. We curate collections for Women's, Baby & Kids' and Home with love. We could all use a little grace and we hope you'll find a haven with us both in store and online. Shop online anytime - free shipping always!