Verde

Cute boutique. Lots of cool and unusual gifts. I came in to buy a bracelet and didn’t know how to leave.

I’ve popped in the store a few times to browse, but more notably have received some great gifts from here. The first being a gorgeous white faux fur vest — I’ve been wanting a vest for a while and this one was much nicer than the ones I’ve seen at department stores. I also received an Alex and Ani bracelet for my birthday this year.

On Girls’ night out, we stumbled into this cute Boutique! It is quite eclectic & delightful with Artisanal chocolates in back that they sell & unique gifts for her & home! Love the place. For people in your life that would REALLY appreciate unique gifts, this is your place. From jewelry to knits, hats, gloves, gorgeous pieces.
Return Factor: Definitely

Great place to browse and find a gift! They sell premium, artisanal chocolates, jewelry, handbags, candles and lotions… what could be better? This place is seriously browse-​worthy!

Verde peeps hand pick many items, that is added to their little adorable shop to make sure it’s truly special. Gifts, unique cloth, cute accessories and delicious chocolate at the Marcie Blaine Chocolate counter. New great addition was the to-​die-​for «budino.»
No matter where you stand on the «Verde» debate– limited edition budino doughnut or frozen budino pops– we all can agree that we LOVE budino.
Four and half Unilocal

This store has very cute things but the employees are incredibly rude and aloof. We were visiting from out of town and just browsing around some of the shops by our hotel, but here we were treated very poorly. It was difficult to even pay for the items we wanted because the employees were straightening the store and not taking notice of their customers. I would recommend spending your money elsewhere, rather than a small scale store that does not value its customers.

This is my tried and true spot for buying gifts. They have something perfect, every time. The hard part is not buying too many «gifts» for my self when I go!

I duck into Verde when I need to send a little care package to a girlfriend, but more often than not I come out empty handed. My problem with it is that most of their stuff is pretty cheap, made in China, and just not that durable or nice looking. And because I am usually in there looking for gifts, I don’t want to give something chintzy. Verde is an explosion of fun and variety, but not of quality.

What a great little shop! Verde carries clothing, jewelry, artwork, chocolates, purses, scarves, socks and all sorts of chotchkies.
When thinking about Verde a few words come to mind: cute, trendy, fun, social, local.
There are several stores in the city that carry the neighborhood name wine bags and Verde is one of them. I ended up buying a print with a bicycle that says Philadelphia. I just love that type of stuff.
Immediately upon walking in, is a big case of Alex and Ani bracelets. It’s not the largest selection I’ve seen, but it’s great that they carry them too.
Stuff for me, gifts for others. You really can’t go wrong with Verde.

Bought some summer flip flops. The dolce vita sandals were calling my name. Great for a last min gift. Cc and cash!!!
this is a great place for a last min gift for a friend

Stopped in here while looking to kill time. Nice little shop. There are lots of clothing and accessories, along with a lot of unique items that would be great for gifts. It was a little pricey, but not more than what I expected. The women working were very friendly. I didn’t end up buying anything, but I would definitely come back here if I was looking for an original gift for someone.

I really like Verde.
I’ve been shopping here for a couple of years and every time I’m happy with their merchandise and the overall look of the place. I also think the chocolate concept is really cool (as well the open kitchen in the back where you can see it being home made.) I’m not really a chocolate person, but I always grab a little treat while I’m in there.
Today I bought a hat for an upcoming vacation. They have some cute accessories and it’s a nice spot for gifts. A shop worth checking out!

While waiting for my table over at Barbuzzo to get ready, I stopped by Verde to browse. Everything at Verde, from jewelry to chocolate, is expensive. I could not resist chocolates, though, so I purchased a box of nine Marcie Blaine bon bon. They were delectable but not exceptional that I would go to Verde again and spend almost $ 20 on nine pieces of chocolate.

This store is awesome. It has unique jewelry, accessories, and body products. The only downside is that the clothes, while cute, all seem to be made out of a cheap polyester. It’s a bummer. Besides that, it’s a great store, and I love browsing during my break. Plus, it’s a women-​owned business.

I adore this shop. I haven’t tried the chocolate mostly because I can’t manage to get through the store without falling in love a bunch of times. Every time I have gone into this store I have spent less than 15 minutes and well over $ 75 and always walk out happy and with something unique and beautiful that I get compliments on.
Seriously, I purchased a bag that converts to a clutch men, women, and babies have commented it. I have a ring that strangers go to touch because it’s so pretty and unique. I rave about this place, I recommend it to friends looking for something unique, and I can’t stop myself from going in when I am nearby.
So check it out, and apparently they have chocolate too! (I’ve seen the counter so it isn’t actaully a surpirse). Its’a great place to purchase a gift for someone else and especially for yourself!

My go to place for one of a kind jewelry, clothing, perfume, etc. The only place I know that carries TOKYO MILK products and one of a kind Alexis Bittar accessories. Love love love this place! Did I mention they sell home made chocolates as well???

I love this small local shop. Some of my favorite places to buy gifts are on this street. Which is fabulously convenient. Fun (yet expensive) jewelry that is very boho chic, cool random clothing articles, nice leather (also expensive) purses, scarves, gloves, hats, Philly themed t-​shirts. this place has a nice assortment. Artisanal truffles to top it off. Makes me love Philly a lil more.

Restaurant Row on 13^th Street in Center City is one of the best neighborhoods to indulge in refined dishes in a casual, yet festive atmosphere. Chef Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran dominate the street with a nice variety of restaurants including Lolita, Barbuzzo, Jamonera, and most recently, Little Nonna’s — just to name a few!
They’re also affiliated with Verde, which offers a creative and cute take on well-​crafted women’s jewelry, clothes, and home accessories.
And of course, Marcie Blaine artisanal chocolates are on display in the large window in the back. It’s also where Chef Turney’s famed salted caramel budinos are crafted. When it’s time, they’re simply taken out the back door to Barbuzzo, which is right next door!
This past summer, these salted caramel budinos were transformed into budino pops. I finally had a chance to taste these at the 2013 Midtown Village Festival and they’re a great transportable iteration of the GF and my favorite Philly dessert.
Salted Caramel Budino ($ 8)
Dark chocolate crust, vanilla bean caramel, sea salt
But back to the original! To celebrate the GF and my anniversary this year, we ended the night with some Moet and a pair of the salted caramel budinos.
The cookie crumbles offer great texture to the smooth caramel and puddings, which has a perfect juxtaposition between salty and sweet. Each bite simply tantalizes your senses — many of which aren’t necessarily typical of a standard dessert, but work so well.
You’ll be happy to know that you don’t need to eat in at Barbuzzo to get your hands on these bad boys (girls?). If you go to Verde, you can get them to go! A great way to end date night or simply indulge by yourself!

Get a budino pop while you can! They’re great, great, great. If you can dip them in an actual budino across the street at Barbuzzo, even better. I joke… kind of.
Available Friday-​Sunday from 12 – 2 in August. And if the gods of sugary goodness smile upon us, maybe even longer? Please. Can anyone hear me?
Also, of course eat the other decadent chocolates and peruse their fine apparel, accessories and gifty items and such. But make sure your priorities are straight. Start with the sweets.

Hostess Gift Central! Monther’s Day, too. Wonderful home décor items, chocolates, jewelry items and accessories.
LOVE IT!