Really cute shop! I went on a Saturday and it was open until 8pm. I love their selection of…read moreclothes. Bought a cozy brown sweater and the owner told me how to wash it and also she told me I could wear it 2 different ways. She was friendly. Her daughter took over the buying during COVID and revamped the store. It used to be called Casual Island a few years ago but it's owned by the same family, just different generation now. I love their quirky card selection and stickers. Such a fun eclectic place to shop and I wish it was closer to home. Probably spent a good hour in here and could have spent more time!

1- The owner is such a great person- very involved the community and donated to support a local…read morelow-income elementary school. 2- The shop is very aesthetic and pleasing to the eyes. They have a variety of things that can interest people of all age ranges. 3- The clothes are so cute and their Knick-knacks are the same. 10/10.

Visited the store today…read more Clean Today Went to perfume counter. Was told there's lots of new scents. Asked for samples of new scents. Was told they were out I like to take home samples to wear and test before I spend $100 plus Many times I've purchased went home tried perfume and scent doesn't last long or smell is different. Some scents give me a runny nose. So samples help me out to decide on purchase. After I asked for samples the gal just walked away and ended her assistance. Maybe that's what she is told to do Made me feel uncomfortable. Shoe department, furniture department and men's department very friendly associates.

Thanks so much for Breanna helping us so much. Managers Anna and Blake are great too. Breanna…read morehelped us find our account Star Points, and we were able to buy more from the store. Breanna is super helpful to find customers the size color exactly right for them (and us). Hopefully Macy's can let us know they saw our comment and thanked the right employees managers Team.

Wonderful customer service, everyone was super helpful and sweet. A very well curated and priced…read morecollection!!

It is NEVER open even during operating hours. Literally happened the last 3 times I was in town…read more They leave a note or close early. I would love to shop, but you make it very difficult.

I am in la la la love with this darling little boutique. I…read morehave found the cutest stuff here. You have to walk around and take your time cause there's so many sweet little finds. Sylvia the owner is an absolute Doll. She is so welcoming and gives honest advice if you need that second opinion. She is open 7 days a week, which is great for all those busy ladies out there.

I purchased thee beautiful long sleeve blouses and a great looking hat to take to Phoenix. The…read moreblouses were lightweight and protected my arms from the sun and the hat was perfect for the baseball games I attended. There is a great selection of clothes, purses, jewelry etc. to pick from.

Beautiful jewelry at a very reasonable price! We were lucky enough to be there for their…read moreanniversary sale and got everything at 60% off. The owner was behind the counter and, in spite of an arm injury, was amazingly nice and incredibly helpful! Purses, scarves, rings, brooches, earrings, necklaces, this place was accessory heaven! If you are in downtown Monterey, do not miss shopping here!!

Such cute things in this shop! And the owner is a gem. She was so sweet to me and my 7 y/o. It's…read moreright by the Farmer's Market on Tues. Definitely check it out!

Celeste was truly a breath of fresh air. On my first visit she was warm and kind, but the second…read moretime I came in, we connected even more. She took the time to give me honest, gentle feedback on the headbands I tried -- what really suited me and what didn't -- and it felt like she genuinely wanted me to feel good, not just make a sale. And she was right: these headbands didn't hurt my head like the ones I tried in the past. I always return to places where I feel seen and cared for, and Celeste made the experience feel personal and special. I'm already eyeing the beautiful bags they carry to help elevate my everyday style.

Very personalized service, and beautiful bags, scarves, jewelry, art and scarves. Loved finding…read morethis sweet store with a great selection of Graf Lantz bags from Los Angeles, and so many other unique items.

Although I didn't end up purchasing my dress here. I wanted to thank the stylist for a pleasant…read moreexperience! They were so sweet and truly had many unique selections.

Had the best experience on Sunday, July 19th 2026. My bridal stylist was Tina and she was so…read morewelcoming and friendly the entire time. She was very knowledgable and gave great advice. She was so helpful and sweet to my MIL, mom, & grandma who I brought to my dress trying on session. Would recommend her 100x over again to anyone looking for their dream wedding dress! Tons of options, great pricing, incredible boutique, great location, etc.

Hidden gem! John the owner is a historical figure in the comic industry. He did the coloring for…read morethe cover of issue 1 infinity gauntlet. Getting to meet him is worth the trip alone. He's been in the comic shop business since the early 80s. The selection is great. Graphic novels and comics up to the ceiling. They have a great selection of collectibles from pops to ioytoy to resin bootlegs. Go support this place

This shop in the very nice shopping center of Del Monte has a ton of product, but like most comic…read morebook stores, the business is moving away from that business and focusing more on collectible toys. It's a shame because there are so few good stores in this area. I went to all of them today and didn't find one that was a strong comic book store. If you like certain collectibles, you'll find a lot here, but if you're looking for comic books (which this store is listed) then you might be disappointed. SELECTION: Definitely packed full of product but I find that these types of stores in the end don't do well because product that doesn't sell sits on the shelves so long they gather dust. Not focused enough. And the comic wall isn't well stocked. SERVICE: Helpful in explaining why there isn't a lot in stock but too bad because this place has lots of potential. In a waning market this is the most well positioned store to do well. If they only did an ordering service, it would likely solve some of their problems. COST: Reasonable but not exceptional. Instead of going the collectibles route (I would definitely have collectibles but not the fad kind), I would go the comic book / gaming / sports card route. Card collectibles are of high value and take up so very little space. Funkos are great, but to give them shelf space they aren't worth it.

My daughter loves crystals and anything related to reiki, healing, spiritualism, and yoga. So…read moreanytime we cross paths with a store of such ilk, she is immediately drawn in. And in fact, while doing the touristy thing in Monterey, Dec 2022, I believe we hit 3 such stores in the downtown area of historic Monterey on one particular day. But there was only one that touched our hearts. First of all, a crystal shop does not normally appeal to children, and there is the added concern over the many fine things that could be accidentally broken. I appreciate how difficult it must be to order special inventory for a gift store such as this; it takes special knowledge and understanding. But the true test of success of any business is the person who greets and interacts with their curious customers. In this case, that would be the lovely Leslie, the owner of Luminata Books. Leslie later confessed to being quite shy, but I witnessed a complete metamorphosis as she drew out her own inner child in the presence of my two grandchildren. Delightful! There was a wealth of beautiful things, from crystals to knickknacks, inspirational books, jewelry, bells, singing bowls, and beautifully made puppets. Oh, there was so much more, but it was actually the stuffed animals/puppets that broke the ice. Next thing I knew, I overheard Leslie having the most delightful time in playful conversation via the puppets, with my grandkids. And then, she introduced them to the crystal singing bowls. One by one, she brought each of the colored bowls down from their display shelf, explained exactly how to hold the mallets, and showed them how to drag them along the outer edge to make them sing. The resonation was exquisite, the children were transformed. They were delighted to make such beautiful sounds so easily, and understood how precious the bowls were. She spent a substantial amount of time with them, while thankfully her very capable staff attended to her other customers. And meanwhile, I was able to secretly purchase a sweet, small, hand-held music box, a Christmas gift for my 9 year old granddaughter. The store is full of wonderful items, but it was Leslie who made this experience stand apart from the others. It was tough having to leave. Thank you, Leslie, for making our day so special.

The owner is genuinely kind -- she even guided me through some tarot when I opened a set I probably…read moreshouldn't have, which I really appreciated. And showed me how she shuffles decks, had me use her cards to try myself - very informative. If she offered some classes of some kind or just events at the shop- I feel like that would be beneficial and of interest. That said, I can't personally shop somewhere that doesn't allow returns once something's opened. The policy makes sense, it's just not a good fit for me. There are quite a lot of items as far as selection for what from the outside looks like a very small shop. Most items are available for much less online, and in my opinion, the value here simply doesn't match the prices. This is really only a place to shop if supporting a local business matters more to you than what you're getting for the money.

I love this store! So many beautiful treasures and imported delights held in uplifting and…read morepositive energy. Ryan made the experience even sweeter by spending time talking about the items and sharing stories about how this little gem of a store came about. Maybe on Monday? Definitely on Monday. Thank you, Ryan!

Absolutely beautiful spot next to one of my favorite local cafes. Excellent setup. Small businesses…read moreare some of the best to love around here. Beautiful products as gifts, such as necklaces, books, hats, cultural crafts, handmade gifts, unique jewelry, locks, bags, pouches, art, souvenirs, etc. Great value. Good service next door. Views are spectacular inside and outside. Small narrow space, but perfect for a unique gift shop. Decent value. Shop ends at the stairwell in back. Highly decorated at every shelf and angle. I really liked all the colorful items and designs I see. There's definitely variety here, especially if you want to buy a specific gift for someone. Next door is also an art gallery boutique. Beautiful place with beautiful vibes. Must love. I like browsing around the store whenever I'm waiting for my coffee and pastries or breakfast sandwich next door. Friendly and welcoming environment with lots of great things to see. I will definitely revisit in future.