This Baltimore gift shop's name rings 100% true - they have certainly saved the day for me on…read morenumerous occasions and subsequently made the recipient's day. I've recently been perusing their online shop and gifting friends with newborns Maryland-themed onesies and such. The selection in the shop is thoughtful and unparalleled. Plus, their staff is meticulous and very quick with assembling the gift orders. I highly recommend Best Day Ever if you are in search of a unique gift to make someone feel special.

Confession.. I'm horrible at gift giving! But, this has been the best day ever! Stumble upon this…read morecute little gift shop on my journey to find food. There is a gift for everyone and I mean everyone. Dog parents, this store is for you! They had cute dog accessories for your four legged babies and a little something for the dog moms and dads. I picked up a few things for my great niece and nephew as well. Great quality and personalize gifts for every occasion. Getting married?? It's something in here for you too! Cute accessories for the bride to be and her bride gang. This wonderful boutique is a life saver with their cute, funny, quirky, and thoughtful gifts!

My friends love this location. I came to browse but it was…read moretoo crowded for me to shop so I will come back during the week. I found reasonably priced double strollers and the clothes were clean and inexpensive. I liked that some clothing categories were clearly labeled for example, swimwear was in a separate section. Some accessories were overpriced for 2nd hand resale because you could purchase new items from TJ Maxx for the same price. Bottom line- clothes, bassinets, strollers, and swings are the best priced items.

Came for their 30% off sale. Great items and selection, BUT and this is a huge BUT the "exclusions…read moreapply" exception with the sale announcement that was sent out via text literally was over 50% of the items I picked out. And you don't know that until you get into the store and see what colored tags and stickers aren't included. There are multiple colored tags and then different colored stickers on the tags for everything in store. So figuring out what was and was not included was somewhat frustrating. Some prices were much higher than expected and some were lower. So all that to say I won't be rushing back here like I did the other day.

Wow, I used to love this store. The old owners were amazing! They were so helpful and kind and…read morewelcoming. Plus, I can walk here from work. I have enjoyed getting gifts for my daughter and all of the little kids in my life. However, I came in yesterday looking for a Balance bike for my daughter for her second birthday. I found one, they only had one left, and I bought it. Unfortunately, when I got it home although the box said that the seat was adjustable, it was only adjustable forward and backwards, not up and down.Which is a bit odd considering it says it's for 18 month to four-year-old children. My daughter was too tall for the bike. I brought it back today because there was no way she could use it. The girl who sold it to me yesterday said no problem and then she got another woman to come help me. I assume this is the store owner(a middle-age woman behind the counter). She was incredibly rude. She told me that she's gonna have to eat the cost as a small business and rolled her eyes, and then said that it's not actually returnable, but that she would give me a refund. Ok? You're mad at me? For doing business with you? Because something had what seems like false advertising on the box? It wasn't broken, but it did not adjust. I'm not sure how a four-year-old would be able to use that bike (The age was 18 months to four years old with an adjustable seat). Considering that seat doesn't adjust up and down makes it a bit odd to advertise such a large age gap. I left the store thinking that she was clearly mad at me and upset that I had returned the bike.That attitude at a children's store is just not the way to do business. As a business owner, sometimes that's just the cost of doing business. Sometimes you have to do the right thing regardless of whether or not that is in your financial best interest. I don't think I'll be back to shop here anymore. Which is too bad because I love supporting local businesses here in Baltimore.

This used to be such a wonderful toy store! Not anymore. They still have a good selection but the…read moreservice and feel of the store are terrible. Everyone is stressed and the check out people don't even say thank you. Just feels like a stressed commercial enterprise.

This place has a cute and awesome selection of stickers, socks, dish towels, and other fun things…read moreto buy. My five stickers were around $21. The service was great. I spoke with the owner a bit and she is awesome.

Popped in this adorable shop at the end of December. It's been on my list so this was the perfect…read moreopportunity to visit for a late holiday gift. Chatted with the owner for a bit who was super helpful and nice. Definitely found a gift and saw other potential gift ideas. This is another small bit mighty place. The owner makes amazing use of the space and everything is curated so nicely. I know items tend to change based on the season so I'll make sure to pop back in soon to see what else comes in.

If you name your store, "The Pleasure of Your Company", then I hope you're willing to put your…read moremoney where your mouth is and demonstrate just that. And perhaps train your employees to exemplify this. Instead, my experience was cold and empty. Surrounded by funny cards, cute trinkets and displays of warm colorful books, papers, ribbons and wrap, I hoped to feel as loved by the staff as I felt towards these pretty paper products. Yet as I chose a few stationary sets and slowly meandered to the cash register, I did so alone. My check out transaction was strictly business, and nothing more. And that was it. No warm fuzzy feeling, no invitation to come back soon, nothing. I certainly did not take pleasure in your company.

Although The Pleasure of Your Company (hence forth, TPYC) came highly recommended, a recent visit…read moreleft my wedding planning committee (aka Mom and me) deeply disappointed. While the store was not crowded on this weekday afternoon, we could barely scavenger any customer service. Even once a salesperson was assigned to work with us, she did not offer much in terms of insights or attentiveness. About a half hour in, our sales rep was replaced with someone else (I get it, employees gotta eat) but our momentary joy of having renewed luck at better service became a hollow, fleeting hope. The best part of this would-be shopping trip was learning that TPYC can take your idea and design around it for less than traditionally found in the big brand heavy-hitters. Definitely a nice touch but a semi-useless feature without attentive staff to help get those creative juices flowing. Shoppers come to brick-and-mortar establishments to get advice from field experts who have had much more experience in card design than your average member of the public. This we definitely did not find at TPYC and, after an hour of poking around albums, the dream team left with little to show for their efforts.

This boutique is short of amazing. Called the store to inquire about styles. Instead of the lady…read morewho answered the phone cutting me off and saying she didn't have it. Not only did she recommend several stores that were able to accommodate. But she was fully invested and making sure that I received what I was looking for. Definitely 10 out of 10 customer service. I would go there to shop.

I stopped by Octavia Boutique today, and I was so impressed that I felt compelled to write a few…read morelines about it. The store is fairly large and sits in the Village of Cross Keys in Baltimore, an upscale open‑air shopping destination near the golf course. I've been a customer there for quite some time, but lately it feels as though they've shifted gears -- in the best possible way. What stands out most is the balance in their selection. They offer an appealing mix of evening wear, casual everyday pieces, and beautifully tailored clothing in rich, flattering colors. The pants are consistently good, the jackets are glorious, and the sweaters are the kind you want to touch. Everything is thoughtfully curated and priced sensibly, which is dangerous for me because I can always find something I won't be able to resist. Their jewelry selection has also taken a noticeable leap forward. They still carry small, affordable, easy pieces, but they've also added more distinctive designer items​ lately -- bold colors, contemporary shapes, and intriguing materials. I spotted exquisite Lucite pieces, leather designs in unexpected hues, and some very fashion‑forward clip earrings from Paris that are both chic and unbelievably comfortable. ​Visiting Octavia Boutique always feels like stepping into a space where style is taken seriously without ever feeling intimidating. What makes it truly exceptional, though, is how rare it is to find a fashion boutique that excels equally in clothing and jewelry. Their recent evolution has only sharpened that distinction. The apparel is beautifully curated, but the jewelry collection is nothing short of breathtaking -- a level of creativity and quality you almost never see under the same roof. If you enjoy thoughtful fashion, distinctive accessories, and a store that consistently surprises in the best way, Octavia is well worth the stop. Just be warned: resisting temptation there is nearly impossible.

It's the best stationery store in Baltimore! And it's Black Woman owned! Great selection and…read morefriendly staff!

this shop and its owner and employees are such a delight!! I'm a journaling and stationary fiend so…read moreI am always on the hunt for new stickers, washi tapes, cards, papers, journals, etc. This shop has them all!! I am a moleskin girl myself; but I recently purchased a Leuchtturm here in a beautiful sage green color (please note they carry MANY shades and different types!! (lined, blank, dotted!!)). Words cannot describe how excited I am when I stop by this store to see if they have any new items in stock. They also sell beautiful planners, pens, markers, post it notes, etc. While it is a smaller shop, I think it is very well organized and laid out and I think the owner is really strategic about what they carry because I've always left feeling like nothing was lacking in my experience. Free street parking is available on nearby streets and this shop is right by several bus stations so it's easy to get to. There is a single step to enter the store if you have concerns regarding accessibility. I don't think they're active on Yelp, but they are active on Instagram where they post when the shop is having events like journaling club!! and stationary events. I also just have to add that I had a lovely conversation with the owner about journaling and travel and after mentioning a trip I was planning to go on to London, she actually gave me a stationary shop recommendation there as well.

I love this store. Patti, the owner, has beautiful jewelry, candles, gorgeous crystals, and a huge…read moreassortment of gifts. The prices are very reasonable, and I can always find something as a gift for someone else and see many things that I want to buy for myself. And I do!

This little boutique is such a gem! The owner/Jewelry Designer is extremely talented and friendly…read more She has a unique collection of jewelry and hair accessories as well as little trinkety items. A lot of my Bridal clients have their jewelry and bridesmaids gifts custom made by Patty (Owner) If you want something that isn't there, or that you saw in a magazine... She can create it just for you! Who wouldn't want something custom made just for themselves. Great quality & fantastic prices.