I'd like to thank the incredible staff for their service and making an exchange for a chair that…read moreI'd only had for six months. It was very easy and seamless. Everybody's very nice and those the product really well they make wonderful umbrellas and outdoor chairs and lounge chairs in the old world way made of canvas and wood and iron beautiful

Let me start with the one bright spot: Nika at the Laguna Beach store is fantastic. Every issue…read moreI've had, she's handled graciously and professionally. If this review were about service alone, it would be five stars. Unfortunately, it's about the products. Strike one: I bought several beach towels. They sat UNUSED in my garage for a few weeks, and when I brought two back to exchange for a different color, one had visibly faded -- from UV light coming through a garage window. A beach towel that fades from indirect sunlight, before it ever saw a beach. Nika exchanged them without charge, and I liked the look enough to buy six more. Strike two: I then invested in a large, very expensive market umbrella with a heavy base, plus two smaller umbrellas with the same bases. In less than THREE MONTHS, the bases were rusting. These are outdoor products from a premium coastal-lifestyle brand -- rusting in under a season. Again Nika came to the rescue, swapping them for stainless steel bases (I paid the difference). After the second failure, something felt off for such a high-end-looking company, so I finally did what I should have done first: I Googled their reviews. They were astonishingly low. Now I understand why. Beautiful designs, wonderful in-store service, but the products simply don't hold up to their intended use. At these prices, that's not acceptable. Do your homework before you buy -- I wish I had.

This was my final stop on a desperate shopping quest for a dress to go to a June 1 wedding. Wow, I…read morehit the jackpot here. Judy was aweome helping me with the dresses and taking photos to text to my sister for approval. I walked away with a silky swingy above-the-knee in emerald green that I can dress up or down. Bonus for for comfort, too. Woo hoo! I'll be back for more of this gorgeous stuff and jewelery, too. Thanks, Judy!

I love , love, love the Italian silk clothing- silk line of blouses & dresses...& way more!…read moreThe jewelry is one of a kind. Unique, individual and original. I met the owner, Tracy that day, she was so friendly, helpful and Encouraged me to try on variety of dresses, shirts, & amazing jeans (that made me look 10 lbs thinner.) to see what styles I liked and felt comfortable wearing. It's a beautiful, fresh, cozy, upscale boutique and the staff is super friendly. A must see when in San Juan Capo- Ladies!!

We stopped in this cute little shop when we visited Laguna Beach this past weekend…read more There is something for everybody here. They have greeting cards, jewelry, toys, books, decorations, candles, you name it. There was a gentleman and a lady manning the store. They were both lovely people and were very helpful with our purchase of a bracelet.

This is the 1 store I always look forward to visiting any time I'm in Laguna. It's fun, full of…read morehandmade items, completely unique, and if you're not careful you could spend several hours in there. It is quite full, but the variety is unmatched. I love a place with charm and character. They have both! They have a wide range of prices to suit all budgets. Mostly it's very affordable, especially for hand made. Wall and yard pieces to jewelry to books and so much in between. A place to spend some time with a smile of your face and ya may even walk out with a purchase or two. It's located in the heart of town, 1 block from the water and surrounded by many restaurants and clothing stores. Parking is street only, but I have always found a spot fairly quick, even on busy weekends.

Awesome store full of nice gifts!…read more The owner was extremely helpful and had a great personality! We stopped in looking for gifts to bring home and this place is loaded with very nice keepsakes and something for everyone. This is located on the main road, the store is clean and very well lit. If we ever make it back to the area, we will certainly stop back in!

Loved this place, they have so many fun coastal things. We went to window shop and ended up leaving…read morewith a big bag between my daughter and I. We will definitely be back. Great place to get wedding gifts as well.

I love this store! I recently went in here while I was in town back in February. I couldn't help…read moremyself when I saw their cute window display. They have a lot of items, but what caught my eye were their handmade aprons - that you won't find anywhere else! The store owner designs them and has a local person sew them. They also do girls aprons as well. Lovely store to buy a gift for someone, they have a variety of items from jewelry, cards, kitchen items, decor, funny sayings on different items, etc. The owner is the nicest! She is so friendly and I enjoyed talking with her. Even though I didn't buy anything this time around she gave great customer service and I will be coming back to purchase. I meant to go back for another visit while I was in town, but didn't make it back. I came to SC often because it is my hometown (and it is an amazing city!) and I will definitely be coming by again when I'm back in town.

Just bought an apron there. I didn't really NEED an apron, but there were darling ones in the…read morewindow and I went in, tried some on, and came away with an adorable one that I'll get a kick out of wearing. The young gal tending the little store was very friendly and helpful.

Smitten, is a super cute boutique in Laguna Beach directly in front of Gelato Paradiso. By the time…read moreI make it to gelato, stores in the vicinity are usually already closed for the day. Smitten, surprisingly was open and very inviting to the eye. Let me tell you, this little place is a gem. There are so many cute items that make you say awww or that's cool. They have dresses and outfits for adults, a little bit of clothing for kids, some accessories, jewelry, toys, stuffed animals, books, trinkets, seasonal and house decor, bath and body, and a sale section priced at $25. Not bad for pricing, especially being in Laguna Beach. I am confused as to how to rate this place though. Why? Well, the store is my cup of tea and the prices were pretty good, but I didn't feel comfortable being there. A more mature lady was there, and while I stood around straight, I was left alone. As soon as I would lean over to look at something, she would come over as if she was "fixing" the inventory and literally watch me, my hands, like I was going to take something without paying. It felt so weird. I wanted to buy a little lip balm called bitchstix cause I thought it was funny, but i was quite turned off by this and decided against it. I was saved by the bell when the family called me to go over to pick my gelato across the hall. Due to the experience, I am taking this 4 star rating to a 3. Would I return? Possibly. Smitten, really is a cute place to shop, but if she is the owner and or is there again and does the same, I would definitely not come back and would update this review.

I was overwhelmed with the line from Gelato Paradiso so I came in here to shop instead of eating…read moreice cream. The sales lady was very nice and helpful tonight. My son's daughter found and bought a cute little turtle charm for me. My bf found a top for me and it was $75 and liked like a doily. lol overall, this is a very cute store and I would definitely come back and buy the doily top for summertime!

Tiny, wonderful store! I found some nifty signs for my house and left wishing I could buy a few…read moreother things. One of the first gift shops as you enter Marine from Jamboree. Definitely worth a visit. They had some heavenly scented soap and decor pieces, plus a bowl of lollipops on the counter. The owner is such a sweet lady, she doesn't need to give out candy. Had a couple of minor things happen: a woman watching the store for the owner seemed to have a bit of trouble using the computer to complete my purchase and when we left I noticed that I was charged more for an item than the price tag amount. We came back and the owner immediately gave me a cash refund for the difference, which I appreciated because it was done with a smile.

Darling little gift boutique on Balboa Island. I bought some earrings and home accessories for my…read morefriend's birthday. They have everything here from light fixtures, clutches, quirky signs and cocktail gifts, jewelry, to fun vases and banks. I can't believe how much is inside such a tiny shop. The staff was super helpful but not pushy. They have all kinds of price ranges. There's something for everyone. I love it! For sure going back.

Tiger Lotus is a super cute and unique shop on Del Mar Ave in San Clemente. They have a mix of…read morechild and adult apparel, accessories, bedding, and more! I love that many of their pieces are handmade and imported. They have beautiful bedding and pillow cases. They also have an assortment of clothes for kiddos that are very unique. I also love the mobiles for a crib. There's beautiful jewelry all throughout the store, including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings and anklets. Everyone who works here is very friendly and helpful too. I highly recommend checking this shop out, for yourself or if you're looking for a unique gift!

I got a really comfortable pair of pants and probably the most flattering shirt I've ever purchased…read moreat Tyger Lotus yesterday. This store has a great selection of clothing, bedding, jewelry, and other items that are all fair trade. The shopkeeper travels the world to find her wares, and her passion shines through in the collection in the store. I can't wait to return the next time I am in San Clemente!