Tender Loving Empire

Such a cool store! They partake in the great Portland tradition of supporting local makers and merchants. Grabbed a few souvenirs for us and our friends!

My go-to for the best gifts for anyone in my life! Unique jewelry, delicious speciality food items, awesome T-shirt’s, wonderful card selection, luxurious self-care products, etc. etc! The staff at every location is always wonderfully friendly and helpful! I immediately feel happier as soon as I walk in the door at TLE! If you’re having a bad day, I recommend stopping in TLE for some gorgeous artisanal treats and the best energy to brighten your day! I guarantee you’ll leave in a better mood. Also, highly recommend their care packages. The packaging itself is amazing and the products are all wonderful! You can select one of their beautifully curated care package or select your own items and make it into a care package (crinkle paper, cute box and nicely styled) for just $6. Your loved ones will feel extra special! Definitely a gem of Portland!

The staff here was super chill, down to earth, and was more than happy to help a tourist like me find something special for my wife

A good store with lots of stuff Portland related or otherwise quirky. You can find something here for nearly anyone.

Fantastic customer service and cute, locally made cards and gifts for foodies, beer/wine lovers, babies, and really everyone. Fun fact: The words on the neon sign above the checkout stand are from a song by Portland-based band, Modest Mouse. 🤓

Such a lovely spot to stop at for Portland themed gifts, merch, and stickers. As an added bonus, the shop focuses on featuring local businesses and artists, which not only makes the products unique and better looking but keeps local businesses alive. Highly recommend!

An absolute gem in downtown Portland. A giftshop with work from local artists and small businesses that is also a record label. You can listen to all the local artists before you buy any records and there are a few worth exploring. In addition, the staff gave me some really good advice about activities in and around Portland. I returned several times. Their location at the airport also has local microbrews at decent prices (that the dowtown location did not have).

This is a very cute shop. There are plenty of merchandise ranging from earrings, candles, book and pets beds and toys. This is a very fun place to get items that are Portland style. There are all items that would make fun gifts for friends and family. I got some very tasty ciders that last time I came here.