“Okay okay I’m biased because I happen to be a vendor here… but I absolutely adore Eclectic OCC. It’s the best shop in the OCC for finding locally made goods and gifts. All of the folks that work here are very kind and passionate about their small businesses.”
“I absolutely adore this shop/salon and its amazing owners Ember & Gabriel! I have been shopping their products at markets for several years and was thrilled when they opened their own store! The shop is an entire VIBE, spooky goth-glam with incredible made-in-house body care products and handmade bags, stuffies, and other trinkets. Ember is always making something new, I never leave without a bath bomb or sugar scrub. The scents are insanely good and they have a huge variety for every preference.
Gabriel has been doing my hair for about 3 years now. He has safely and meticulously taken my strong but front-thinning hair from short to medium length and back again, from brown, blonde, purple, pink, to my current coppery color. He is so incredibly knowledgeable, talented, and trustworthy. His color theory is nothing short of magic. Check out his pages on IG & FB to really see his range of skill! It’s so hard to find a stylist you really love, I’m really lucky to have found him!”
“I love this shop, I always find cute and unique vintage items. The ladies working there are always so helpful and kind. I live in Denver but always stop by this place whenever I'm in the springs!”
“Super - Super! Thomas Nametags delivered outstanding service with a rush order involving custom embroidery and patch sewing on a uniform jacket. They completed the entire job in just 21 hours, showcasing excellent workmanship and precise attention to every regulation detail. Truly impressive and highly recommended. Thank you for the exceptional work.”
“Best deal on a great work pant.I'm hell on clothes and these are doing a great job in keeping up. Sale prices are best deals... Getting another pair tomorrow ?????”
“It's the cutest cozy boutique and my favorite thrift store. The owner and staff are welcoming and friendly every time I visit. I think the prices are fair and even outstanding for certain treasures. Each visit is interesting because the store is redecorated with new inventory all the time. They even call me when my favorites come in stock. Love love love this local gem!”
“Updated review ... great experience shopping here today! Sam took care of us and did exhaustive searching to find what my daughter and I were looking for! Love shopping here and will definitely seek Sam's assistance next time I go!”
10AM - 8PM
5944 Barnes Rd, Colorado Springs
Clothing Stores
“I absolutely adore shopping at Painted Tree Boutiques. It’s such a fun place to explore because it’s filled with so many unique little boutiques and small businesses all under one roof. I love knowing that when I shop here I’m supporting local makers, creatives, and entrepreneurs.
They also do a fantastic job hosting events, which makes the experience even more fun and community-focused. Every time I go in I discover something new, home decor, gifts, clothing, candles, you name it.
As a real estate agent, this has also become one of my favorite places to shop for client gifts. There are so many thoughtful and unique items that feel way more personal than a typical big-box store purchase.
If you enjoy supporting small businesses and finding one-of-a-kind items, this place is a must-visit!”
“My girlfriend and I got matching permanent bracelets at the rodeo with Kristen and we love it! It's been about a month or two later and we still have them and they still look brand new, they are very comfortable and not in the way and Kristen made the thing very easy and quick, and had a great time, highly recommend!!!”
“My two baton twirling girls currently own 6!! beautiful costumes from Sharene Designs. We're not done, we plan to purchase more! Why would we go anywhere else? All of their costumes are HIGH QUALITY. My girls love the feel of their costumes. They're never too heavy and don't restrict their range of motion, which is so important in baton twirling. Plus! The judges love their costumes and always comment on the vibrant colors and beautiful designs. Every time we've ordered a costume from Sharene Designs, it's been an incredible experience. They're knowledgable and so reliable. Our costumes ALWAYS arrive on time and! with a matching scrunchy. Truly, don't take your money anywhere else.”
“Cutest clothes that are high quality and OUTSTANDING customer service!!! I've never had customer service as good as this! Also they do stuff to help the community like raise money for fallen fire fighters families. So amazing!”
“Emma and Grace bridal was an absolutely AMAZING experience. I had Cami as my consultant and she was nothing but kind and made me feel so beautiful and confident!! They had such a wide variety of prices and dresses. I HIGHLY recommend this place for your dream dress. Thanks girls!! :)”
“I’ve been running 5.11 gear for a while now, and it’s honestly become my go to for both work and everyday wear. As someone who’s in the field a lot, I need stuff that can take a beating, move well, and not fall apart after a few weeks and 5.11 delivers on that.
The pants are probably my favorite part. They’re tough without feeling stiff, and the pocket layout actually makes sense when you’re carrying tools, phone, and everything else. Nothing feels like it’s in the way, which is huge when you’re constantly moving.
Their shirts and outerwear hold up just as well. Breathable when it’s hot, solid when it’s cold, and they don’t get that worn out look after a few washes like cheaper brands do.
What I like most is that it’s functional without trying too hard. It looks clean enough to wear off the job but still performs when you need it to.
Only downside is the price, but you get what you pay for. I’d rather buy something once than replace it three times.
Overall, if you want gear that’s reliable, comfortable, and built to last, 5.11 is absolutely worth it.”
“... this boutique is fantastic! Two great women with such good ideas on how to give back to their community! Y'all should definitely stop in, buy some goodies and meet these two!!”
“Cute little boutique with a nice selection of hats, clothes, and accessories. I almost didn’t go in because I assumed it would be wildly overpriced, but everything is quite reasonable. I ended up buying two hats and would have stayed longer if I wasn’t being visited by family.”
“I want to post a review for a sweet lady who works at this store. Her name is Rhianna. She is SO incredibly helpful! I ordered a pair of pants that were too big, and when I called the store to see if they had a smaller size, she literally went to find smaller sizes to place on hold for me to try on tomorrow, when I am able to drive over. SO sweet! Excellent customer service! Thank you :).”
“Nice and Quiet. The employees were super kind to us even with my daughter having a tantrum. It's hard sometimes to get out with kids but the employees were kind to us the whole time.”
“This place is fantastic! They have almost everything you could think of and more to buy as a gift for anyone for just about any occasion. The employees were so helpful and fun to talk with. I definitely recommend this boutique if you're looking for new, cool ideas for gifts and they're always adding new interesting items to their inventory. I'll be coming back again for sure.”
“I love this store- it has well-priced and unique clothing with enough variety while not being overwhelming. I always find something I like, but so do my middle-schooler and college student. The accessories are great too! The location is so fun being right in the heart of the shopping and dining district downtown!”
“Viv is the BEST! She was fun & helpful. She made the shopping experience so easy! We went in for shoes & left with a lot more just because she was fun to shop with 💕”
“Hot Topic was having a buy one, get one free deal for all clearance, which was already awesome, & the worker said if I sign up for rewards, I'll get another 10% off my purchase. We found out I actually already had a rewards acct, but they said they would still give me the sign-up discount, so I ended up getting a hat & a pair of earrings both for less than what the hat originally cost. I'm very glad I stopped in & got a great deal.”
“Nichole was extremely helpful and friendly. She helped my daughter in the dressing room and helped her find the right products and sizes. She was knowledgeable about where products were located and the how the sale items work. We will be back and hope to see Nichole again!”
“I’ve been to this hollister in the past and they’ve always had comfortable formal clothes I can’t pass up. Today I took a look around and they already had the clothes up for summer, ranging from short sleeve button ups to denim shorts. I went further to the back of the store where the jeans and out of season clothing was located, and I’m sure glad I did… they had a rack with 12$ jeans and another with 18$ button ups. I’ve always been a fan of the hollister style, so I’ll definitely be back to buy some of those clothes on sale. Overall, Hollister has fitted clothes that can fit any occasion, I highly recommend coming here.”
“I love shopping this store! The managers and staff do such a good job. Recently, my sis and I shopped for items for my granddaughter's bathroom makeover. We had two very full carts while we were leaving and something kept beeping. They eventually let us go. Well, when we went to do the makeover, the shower curtain still had the security tag. When I went back today to take care of the issue, the Manager, Chris, took care of me quickly and had such a great friendly, helpful attitude. It will always be my favorite store. Thanks so much!”
“I mean the day before Christmas Eve they were extremely busy and our cashiers seemed a little irritated and tired but I did thank her for working through the holiday season I know it's not easy and not all customers are kind or patient”
“This store is great, and awesome selection. The only complaint is the busyness of the store on the weekends. Regardless there is plenty of good options to find around the store. I enjoy the kitchen gadgets, bath items, and pictures. Thanks for a clean organized store I truly appreciate it a bunch.”
10AM - 6:30PM
5230 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs
Clothing Stores
“Fast and friendly service. I bought a hat that was a little small and I walked in and they got me the right size and on my way in less than 3 minutes! They are a friendly group of guys that let me try on before I committed. They are very knowledgeable on sizes and products.”
“This Ross is Massive! I am here for a work trip and was able to find a few items to purchase but primarily came in for a new belt. The inventory here was great., a variety of sizes and styles and it wasn’t picked over like I’m used to. The fitting rooms were also clean and not cluttered with clothes like I’m used to. The employees here were friendly and personable. I highly suggest this location to anybody shopping.”
“Favorite place to by camis. They last forever & are well priced. Hard to buy anything else there unfortunately because a L is probably a size 6. I got some curves & can't fit!”
“I just met Ches today and got to try his lemonade drink mix — and I’m telling you, this stuff is amazing. He hooked me up with six different flavors to try, and every one of them was good. One pack makes about a half gallon, and it’s honestly some of the best lemonade mix I’ve had.
You can drink it regular, or even use it for adult mixed drinks. Ches said he gives samples out because he knows people will come back for more — and after trying it, I believe it. We really liked it and will definitely be getting more.”