The best local shops in Bloomington

10 local shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Apparel, accessories, and gifts for fans of local sports teams such as the Indiana Hoosiers and Indianapolis Colts.

4850 E Southport Rd Ste J (Indianapolis)

Apparel, accessories, and gifts for fans of local sports teams such as the Indiana Hoosiers and Indianapolis Colts.

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Local florist offering fresh-cut flowers and creative gift ideas, plus delivery.

118 E Main Cross St (Edinburgh)

Local florist offering fresh-cut flowers and creative gift ideas, plus delivery.

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Retail chain selling brand-name clothing, shoes, accessories & housewares at discount prices.

4200 S East St (Indianapolis)

Retail chain selling brand-name clothing, shoes, accessories & housewares at discount prices.

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Local florist offering arrangements and gifts for all occasions, plus delivery.

8053 Madison Ave (Indianapolis)

Local florist offering arrangements and gifts for all occasions, plus delivery.

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New Leaf

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When you need a gift that isn’t the same old, New Leaf delivers a cozy stone-cottage vibe filled with work from local and regional artists,…

Calvin Place, 118 S Van Buren St (Nashville)

When you need a gift that isn’t the same old, New Leaf delivers a cozy stone-cottage vibe filled with work from local and regional artists, including nature-inspired jewelry, cheerful fused glass, eco-printed silk scarves, playful cards, and hand-cut paper ornaments.

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Artisans

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Artisans is a gallery-style gift shop in Indy’s Mass Ave Arts District with designer jewelry like UNOde50, Italian leather and Hammitt…

433 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

Artisans is a gallery-style gift shop in Indy’s Mass Ave Arts District with designer jewelry like UNOde50, Italian leather and Hammitt handbags, one-of-a-kind American handcrafts, and clever Ken Bailey pet art. When you need something this week that feels special, this spot nails it without the gift-aisle panic.

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Resell Indy

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Off-price store selling electronic gadgets, furniture, toys, appliances and more, along with friendly service.

10202 E Washington St Ste 800 (Indianapolis)

Off-price store selling electronic gadgets, furniture, toys, appliances and more, along with friendly service.

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Community-minded, locally owned shop featuring yarns, along with tools and knitting patterns.

862 Virginia Ave (Indianapolis)

Community-minded, locally owned shop featuring yarns, along with tools and knitting patterns.

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Lids

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Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.

8702 Keystone Crossing SP150B (Indianapolis)

Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.

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Lids

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Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.

6020 E 82nd St Sp 346A (Indianapolis)

Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.

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