Archimage

Love this place! If you’re a fan of different and quirky things like myself you will appreciate the unique finds here. A great place to find a gift for basically anyone in your life. The selection includes toys, jewelry, clothing, candles and incense, crystals, journals, imported goods and list goes on. $ 5 minimum on all credit card purchases.

Shopping at Archimage is always super fun! I got a ton of my Christmas gifts there last year. It’s actually pretty hard to restrain yourself once you’re in there since there’s SO MUCH neat stuff to play with. I want to buy everything, every time I go in.
Prices are pretty reasonable. Definitely worth visiting again and again to see what different items they get in stock!

There is no other place you can come to and find yourself entranced in almost everything they have to offer. From their trinkets, home décor, tapestries, jewelry, clothing, incense and gag gifts, Archimage has it all.
I come here for unique birthday gifts, cards and when I need to kill some time, I find myself a really cool headband or t-​shirt I can’t find anyplace else. Fairly priced and inexpensive with so much to look through, I find myself having to force myself out of the store half of the time!
The staff is beyond friendly and are always smiling and welcoming. If you are EVER in this area I would highly recommend stopping in here. They have something for everyone and it’s worth it.
My favorite store in the Rochester area for sure.

I’m definitely a fan of Archimage! I usually come here for all my hippie crap I like… crystals, stones, tie-​dye treasures, incense, etc… but they have a ton of other really awesome stuff here like fun little knick-​knacks, hair accessories, jewelry, toys and gags, sunglasses, clothes, sculptures, fair trade stuff… it’s definitely worth a visit.
I just bought a pair of snow quartz earrings and a gorgeous Bismuth here and I think it was fairly priced. Definitely a must stop if you’re into all that stuff like I am… and it’s also a great store for last minute gifts or stocking stuffers.

Kids of all ages tend to fall in love with this quirky little laid-​back shop. Perfect place to find unique & fun gifts. My first & last stop for Christmas stocking stuffers. I especially appreciate their instrument section and variety of percussion.

I finally checked out this place. I found a parking spot on the street! Thats a slight issue but oh well. If your looking for a very cool card you will not find anyplace else this is it. They also have interesting jewelry at good prices, some clothes, headbands, candles, lots of Chinese & Japanese tea wear and stuff. Crystals. And more. It’s a cool, small place. You might be able to find that little something different for your friend. This is NOT Parkleigh is any shape or form. Hell you can buy Tarot Cards here. It’s got a nice, chil vibe. Go in you will smell the incense but you will leave calm.

I’ve been going here for 20+ years now. I love all of the unique items in that store. I can get lost in there for hours. It’s a great place to go for gifts. You can always find something for someone there. I adore the Japanese pottery section, and the selection of rocks, crystals and incense. I always find the staff to be very helpful. The great part about buying a gift is that they will box is all up for you at no extra charge. I always find something fun in there.
Parking can be a bit tough, but it’s the city, if there are no spots in a lot park on the street and walk a bit. I don’t mind.

This place is a gold mine! Such an unusual mix of things, but I love it. You can find something for your quirky best friend, toys for your nephew, and incense for your hippie mom all in the same place.
Favorite finds:
— Literary mugs… meaning mugs with quotes all over them from famous authors
— Handmade multicolor rugs ($ 25!!)
— Jewelry — unique designs from Africa, Thailand, etc. Plus, gemstone rings galore.
— All of the tchotchkes — great stocking stuffers, gag gifts, random things to give friends for gift exchanges, cool trinkets for bookshelves and so on.
— Scarves
— Inexpensive wind chimes (I found one for $ 11!)
— Tea sets and beautiful painted Japanese bowls
There’s so much variety you could spend hours here. I did. But maybe it’s because I love all of the knick knacks. I went around the place at least 3 times and found something new to add to my pile of goodies.

One of my favorite shops to find unique trinkets and treasures. Lots of cool toys for kids, home décor items, jewelry and handmade items.

This store is one of a kind! My wife and I always enjoy the new and unique things the store has to offer. A perfect little gem!

I’d have stayed in there a lot longer to look around but the smell was overbearing! So much incense. It was also 90 degrees in there so I had to get in and get out.
Cool little trinkets, gifts, pins to go through, but again, I couldn’t stay in there.

Archimage always brings out my inner hippie.
This boutique is located smack dab in the middle of Monroe Ave and offers unique gifts and knick knacks for the friend who has it all. The store is crowded with the most random things you’ll ever think you need, and somehow do. wooden chopsticks anyone? How about a six pack of mustaches? Don’t mind if I do…
I stopped in last weekend after a trip to Poster Art to be inspired. Bored with my clothes I wanted something different, something funky, something cool. Lucky me, I found exactly what I was looking for. The clothes in Archimage are just as random as the quirky accessories. Sure, I could have gone for the dyed red faux fur shag coat but I opted for a simple long sleeve maroon dress with an open back, paired with my own tights and boots — BOOM — Saturday night.
Archimage isn’t the clean and tidy store with helpful associates, it’s quite messy actually and I’m not even sure I’ve ever been able to tell who even works there but that’s why I like it so much. Very flea market-​esque poculli smell and all. With the upcoming holiday, Archimage is the perfect place for stocking stuffers or office gag gifts.
Next time you’re lunching at Astoria (MMmmMM) head across the street after wards for some afternoon shopping.

This is a hard to describe store, so I’ll try and list some of what it has, strange and unique toys, musical instruments, dishes from China and Japan, free trade clothing from around the world, jewelry, sculpture, books, bric-​à-​brac, nick-​nacks, and a good selection of local arts and crafts. Very friendly and helpful people running the store too.

Great toys, instruments, clothes and décor. Lots of fun stocking stuffer items.

This is a cute little shop with unique gift items. It’s been around for years and I always love coming in here to pick up accessories and funny gifts. I also like their jewelry. The staff are so nice. And it’s always a fun place to stop by.

So cute!!! lovelovelove! Always come here around christmas to get gift for people who already have it all.

Archimage is an awesome little shop on Monroe Ave. that has a variety of fun, colorful and unique items. They have a large selection of items for the home (yours or someone else’s), accessories, jewelry, small percussion instruments, Asian dishes, kids toys, clothes for men and women, gag gifts, and oh so much more. This is a great place to pick up a gift for practically anyone on your list.
I have purchased several home items, jewelry, and accessories. They are all great quality and I get tons of compliments on every single purchase.
Many of their items are made by local artists but they have a lot of great imported items that were NOT made in sweatshops.
Two quick notes:
They do NOT have a public restroom (closest one is Starbucks)
Please finish your coffee/​drink before you go shopping to avoid horrible accidents.

I have been a customer there for over 20 years and it is the greatest store. You can buy home furnishings, calendars, clothes, jewelry, journals, soaps and scented oils. They have a large collection of tapestries, bumper stickers (you should see the ones I have on my car). They have silly toys, kids clothes, Buddha Statues, Exotic Music CDs and Musical Instrument for both kids and adults (I own one of their Djembes). Their store is locally owned and the employees are very helpful.

I love Archimage’s eclectic selection of unique gift items. The staff is friendly and helpful. Wish it didn’t smell like patchouli. :(

I have to chime in here, I love these gifty boutiques and this one’s no different. Props to stores who carry merch from local artisans.