Tender Loving Empire

Great little store. Great staff. Just all around great

Such a cute little shop! I've been to many shops like this one before, but this one still had it's own sense of style and individuality that I enjoyed. They sell lots of souvenir like things, jewelry, paper products (cards, etc.), Clothing, mugs, prints, you name it. I bought a gorgeous ring here that I loved and had to have. It was $22 which was a fair price, but after wearing it for one day, my finger turned green. That's why it lost a star. But other than that, it's a 5 star store.

Portland's go to last minute gifting spot! There are a lot of shops with more specific gifts, but if you have multiple people to shop for or you want a bigger selection, this is the place since they have everything from art prints to self care items. I prefer this Hawthorne location to the downtown one because it's a little larger and a bit less trafficked.

This place has the cutest items and always the best customer service. Whether your buying some home goods or a gift for someone who doesn’t understand how awesome Portland is; this is the place to go. I love that they support local artists and makers. I would give them an extra star if I could because they are dog friendly as well. My dog, Franklin loves to come in here because he is rarely allowed into stores. He always looks forward to the treats they have (they also have an awesome section for pets). Awesome store!

So many unique items to browse. Wonderful handmade pieces by talented artists. The store was easy to shop and I enjoyed the variety.