Tender Loving Empire is a go-to gift shop in Portland, offering a great variety of unique finds. It curates the best handmade gifts and local music from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The shop features a great selection of smart, unique gifts from area makers and artisans, including jewelry, housewares, cards, prints, soaps, candles, t-shirts, and items for four-legged friends. It is a super cute and very clean shop, well-organized for easy browsing. Everyone working there is very kind, nice, and knowledgeable. It is one of the best places to shop in Portland, celebrating the local creative hub.
Cute, nice products from San Francisco designers to Seattle, Left Coast local and unique gifts.
June 2026
what a perfect store. a fabulous, curated selection of items of all varieties. beautifully designed magnets and art prints. staff was so helpful.
September 2025
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