Village Emporium

Wandering through the well-stocked aisles is a trove of awesome finds - from luxe sweets to accessories to works of art. The selection of garden decor, pretty kitchenware and bath products is continually updated and merchandized ever so stylishly in their clever displays. Product isn’t slapped upon a shelf. Everything is arranged just how you would use it at home, so you can get a true sense of its beauty or functionality.

There’s so much variety and product in the kitchenware section it could be its own store. Right next to it lies a room devoted to DIY decorating. This is the spot to find all those finishing items from hardware knobs to peel and stick wallpaper.

Visiting with kids? Set them up in the children’s section and you’ll be rewarded with minutes of whine-free shopping. The focus for kids is on activities where they use their imagination. It’s all about unplugged play, from tea sets to puppet shows to books and crafts.

You could go crazy in here snapping up delightful little gifts for friends and stocking stuffers months in advance. And should you visit during the holiday season, their Christmas window display is a thing of wonder. Bookmark mid-November to witness the transformation of Village Emporium into a magical shopping oasis.

During the summer months, theme is on the outdoors, but it matters not whether you actually own cottage or have planted a garden. You’re still likely to walk away with a little something from this inspiring indoor and outdoor decor store. At the very least, you’ll leave with plenty of inspiration for spiffing up your own place. Power shoppers adore this shop, as it offers so many unique items that you just don’t find back home. Because of this, we recommend budgeting a minimum of half an hour in this space alone.