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Five Boutiques: Personal Shopping at its Best

One of the great things about small cities is the unique stores that line their main streets. Hopkins boasts several small boutiques, all containing hidden treasures and personal customer service.

1014 Mainstreet

952-938-4220

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These self-described “small town jewelers,” specialize in vintage jewelry, antiques and collectibles.  A part of Hopkins’ Mainstreet since 2002, all shoppers receive personal service and a positive shopping experience.

 

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11300 Minnetonka Mills Rd

952-938-0800

Bellaluna fills its shop with items to feed the body, the mind and the spirit of its customers.  With items ranging from jewelry to books to home decor to bath and body products, shoppers are sure to find something they will love.

 

1023 Mainstreet

952-938-2426

Although only open four days each month, Lillians has a dedicated following that flock to its store every month.  The store also hosts "diva nights" and nights of shopping and/or pampering by other locally women-owned businesses and salons.

 

1010 Mainstreet

952-912-1010

While this shop specializes in custom nurseries, expectant families can also find baby gifts and handmade items from local artists.  Baby On Grand also features a "wish list" registry for its expectant shoppers so gift-givers know exactly what to get them.

 

SOMETHING SAFARI

1110 Mainstreet

(952) 746-8927

Something Safari provides shoppers with second-hand and new treasures for children.  Items include books, toys, clothes and gifts and the inventory changes often, so to be sure to frequent this shop a few times. 

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