I treated myself to a leather jacket here. Not something I would typically buy for myself, but they…read morehad such a beautiful selection. I just couldn't resist. Such friendly and knowledgeable, staff and owners. I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking to make a nice other purchase. They also have really nice hats as well and some pretty neat jewelry. Elise was the sales person that helped me out and she was so incredibly helpful and was able to give me all the information I needed, even pointed me towards a tailorOK I closer to where I live that can help me make alterations to other existing leather pieces that I have at home

Elise at First Street Leather was absolutely amazing. She was incredibly kind, helpful, and took…read morethe time to really educate us about the products and craftsmanship. On top of that, she shared great travel tips for the area which made our visit even better. Her customer service made the whole experience feel personal and welcoming. If you stop by, definitely ask for Elise -- she made our visit memorable!

Google Review: 1 Star We had a very disappointing experience…read moreat Hats Unlimited today. Upon walking in, we weren't greeted at all -- not even a glance from the employee working. When we asked a simple question about the hats, she acted visibly annoyed, as if we were bothering her. Then, during checkout, she didn't say a single word. My husband had to be the one to say thank you -- only then did she say you're welcome, and it felt like she only said that out of obligation, not courtesy. This is a tourist town, and being in retail means showing some level of hospitality. Her attitude was unprofessional and cold. I almost went back in to return the hat purely because of how we were treated. If you're having a bad day, that's understandable, but it's no excuse to treat paying customers this way. To management: Please ensure your staff understands that kindness and basic communication matter -- especially in a town built on tourism.

Such a great place to get a beautiful hat,absolutely great selection and value!…read moreIsabel was so helpful and caring, she did her best to deliver the best service, her boss is so lucky to have her in the store,she is a gem and makes this place thrive and attract so many customers. Highly recommended to visit when in Solvang.

Is this place still open? I've been dying to come back and buy some cards. Last two times it's been…read moreclosed

This place is a hidden gem! Found it coincidentally with some friends and I'm glad we decided to go…read morein. This store is filled with unique items wherever you look. The woman that helped us out at the front was very friendly. All items from basic items of clothing to vintage/collectors items, all at reasonable prices. I got a plain trucker hat and grey zip up hoodie for $32 (very good deal). My friend got three vintage posters for $5 each. They even have a machine to get any item embroidered. For those looking for unique items of good quality for cheap, this is the place to go!

Esko Esko is probably one of the largest gift shops in Solvang. It's almost half a block long. I…read morewas window shopping at first and was fascinated by the number of souvenirs, knick knacks, jewelry, clothing, and random items inside. I had to walk in and peruse the place. I wasn't looking for anything specific at first. I just wanted to see what they have. They do have some neat stuff. Prices are decent. Towards the end of my stroll, it dawned on me that I've been wanting to buy a silver necklace for my pendant and just haven't gotten to it. I saw some necklaces, but they didn't appeal to me. So I asked the lady behind the counter if they have 18K silver necklaces and she said no. All they have is costume jewelry. Oh well, I guess my search continues LOL. I ended up not buying anything from here. If you're looking for some souvenirs and/or keepsakes, this may be the shop for you. Happy Shopping!

There is A TON of souvenirs, tchotchkes, knickknacks, & randomness packed into the shelves & aisles…read moreof this place that includes Solvang-specific, as well as international-themed items. There's a whole lot to comb through, but we picked up a small cute train to add to our Christmas decor & remember our visit to Solvang. I sorted through items to find the best version as there were differences in color or craftsmanship between products. No real customer service as we were rung up in a basic transaction.

It's great to have a custom hat maker right here in Santa Ynez. Kevin knows his hats and builds…read morequality hates at a reasonable price.

I ordered a Resistol online and called in the next day to request shaping. Alberto was extremely…read morehelpful in this process, even texting pictures and videos of the hat throughout the next two days. The shape was exactly what I needed in the video he sent. Secondly, Alberto even went out of his way to call different shipping companies to see if I could get my hat delivered overnight (as I also requested). You don't see this type of sincere customer service and professionalism much anymore...at least where I live up North. KJ has definitely earned a new out-of-town regular. I am looking forward to wearing the hat when it gets here.

Great Western Apparel store! The wall of boots and hats are amazing for the Cowboy or cowgirl in…read moreyou.

Very rude and they sell children's things for children like wooden fun's and plastic horses but…read morewill not let children touch them.

This is such a fun store to visit. So many fine items. I really loved the variety of Pendleton…read moreshirts. Never have I seen such a wide selection. Plenty of other shirts to choose from. And pillows and a wonderful variety of warm blankets Such an inviting store to visit.

This is a great Pendleton shop. The product is sold without discount but has great selection The…read moreowner knows her product. Check hours before you make the trip. But make the trip. Pendleton is a top quality product and selection makes a difference. Many shops have one or two shirts and limited sizes but you want to be able to have a choice.

Walls of walls of socks!!! Huge selection and friendly and helpful. Great prices!!! Clearance all…read morethe way in the back!!!

The hubby and I were walking around Solvang and checked out this sock store on a Saturday evening…read more If you're upping your sock game, this store is the spot if you're in Central California. I was just looking at their stuff but, saw their items on clearance. Got these red and black plaid , fleece lined slipped and the reusable Yeti from the Rudolph movie shopping. The gal working that evening was vacuuming and preparing to close up. She was still friendly and courteous while doing so. She forgot to discount the Christmas clearance bag (didn't notice til later) but, that's okay as the regular price was still inexpensive. When in Solvang, I would stop by again to see what cool socks and other items they have.

The first shop we visited upon arriving in Solvang, this adorable children's boutique drew first…read moreblood when it came to emptying out my wallet, because there was NO way my wife was going to leave without purchasing an outfit (or three) for our toddler sons...especially with the holidays on the horizon! Awesome, friendly, welcoming service; surprisingly decent prices (especially for a tourist hotspot in California); an unmatched quality: we even saw some local brands from back home that are known to us, that we love (i.e. Bunnies by the Bay), so we knew almost from the get-go that the wares here were curated by someone with knowledge and style. If you're looking for some stylish threads for your little ones, don't look elsewhere, and don't wait for an Atterdag...this is where you need to be!

This store, inexplicably, not kid friendly. My 8 month pregnant wife and our 7 and 9 year old were…read morebrowsing for some things for the new baby. Literally anytime our seven year old touched anything she was scolded by sales lady "are you going to buy that." It was ridiculous and excessive. Plenty of other, better stores in close proximity.

Love this local shop; perfect for cowgirl essentials and Valley souvenirs too. All the charm of…read morethe Valley in one shop, right in the heart of Santa Ynez.

If you need a new cowboy hat, boots, belts, jewelry and clothes for the rodeo this is a good…read moreoption. Just be prepared for high prices. I needed a cowboy hat and I've been here in the past for cowgirl stuff, so I figured I'd mosy on over. They have about two dozen types of cowboy hats, but I needed one with a stampede string. You don't want to be on a horse that's galloping and lose your hat. I did find a hat for about $65.00 which was the least expensive one they had with a stampede string. The long sleeved blouses were very tempting, but maybe I'll splurge on one of those next year. The only reason I am deducting two stars if for the following reasons: 1) The prices are too high for a majority of the things they sell. Cute boots, but the prices were nuts. I'll just use Zappos.com. If you have money to burn I guess it isn't an issue. 2) The service wasn't the best. One older woman acted like she owned the place and didn't even ask me if I needed help. The other younger woman asked me what I was looking for, but didn't bother to help me find it. If they decide to work on customer service and more realistic prices I'll give them two more stars. Y'all have one more year until my next visit. Hopefully, things will improve.