Arcadia

Editorial Review by Citysearch Editors

by Contributor

Jewelry and other handicrafts from around the globe, including Kosta Boda crystal, Kenyan soapstone and Chinese glass.

07/10/07

Interesting and unique selection of handmade jewelry

by lalabbott

They have a large and interesting selection of jewelry. Their window display caught my interest and got me in the door, and the attentive and helpful salesperson (very patient) showed me 6-7 necklaces from the window until I found the one I loved. Prices vary, some are quite reasonable, others seem a little high. I like wearing handmade pieces that no one else has though, and they have lots to choose from, by artists from all over. Many interesting materials used too, wood, cork, Japanese paper. Unique stuff. Friendly and inviting store.

• Pros: selection
• Cons: some pieces seem overpriced

03/25/07

Ok

by indigo1925

Puchased a peice of Isreal Art Galss from the store in March. Had some difficulties in recving. the work that I thought I had picked out. Owner is trying to fix the situation.

• Pros: Beautiful stuff
• Cons: kind of spendy

07/11/06

Great for gifts

by lukemelia

I've shopped at Arcadia for a few years now, and rarely fail to find a beautiful gift with an interesting story behind it. The prices vary but there's usually a good deal to be had if you hunt a little.

06/26/06

Avoid at all costs

by corolla125

I was in the new store at 228 Eighth Ave on Friday, June 23rd. Contrary to their web site claims, the staff was not easygoing, knowledgable and friendly. Many items did not have price tags and the staff was unwilling to look up the price in the computer. Many staff members were incredibly snobbish and several were just plain rude. One boy working downstairs suggested we look elsewhere for a housewarming gift; nice sales technique! They had some cute merchandise but so do 1000 other stores in Manhattan, all of whom have friendly staff members. I would NEVER go back to Arcadia and I would not recommend the store to anyone I actually like.

• Cons: Rude nasty snobbish staff