oooooooo, I LOVE the jewelry here!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Philippa's designs are so fresh & modern, & the other designers she carries are awesome, as well. small but solid collection of gifts-- baby stuff (Zutano!), books, candles, wallets, etc. let's be real here, the real draw is the bling. as some have mentioned, Bargain Bin is awesome. recently went for a Yelp event & the staff was all super friendly & helpful. I had found them lass than attentive on other trips here, but now I am singing a different tune. read more

I was their very first customer when this store opened on Piedmont Avenue and have been a regular ever since. It is my go-to store for gifts, especially of the jewelry variety. I love Philippa's clean, simple, yet elegant designs and I often get compliments when wearing her jewelry. They carry other great household gift items as well. I also secretly covet the trio of metallic pigs that props the door open during business hours. read more

I somehow got lucky enough to have two amazing jewelry designer friends. Philippa's website speaks for itself, but you can also check out her beautiful things in person on December 11th from 11am-2 pm. She throws an awesome annual holiday party and sale. read more

Philippa Roberts - Jewelry Near Me - Oakland, California

This is my go to place when I "need" a treat! They have a great selection of low to mid priced jewelry. I like the Philippa Roberts pieces, but they have a nice selection of other designers too. My only complaint (and it doesn't keep me away) is that while the staff is pleasant, they are not very warm or helpful. You sort of have to fend for yourself. read more

I found Philippa on the web when I was looking for jewelry makers who make clip on earrings that are not for grandmas. Believe me...it's been a lifelong task. I called the store, and happened to talk with Philippa herself. She said yes, she can convert whatever style I wanted and we could consult on the type of clip-on back I wanted. Hmmmm...this sounded too good to be true. Her jewelry online was amazing. Simple, chic, tasteful, etc. I go into her store and pick out the earrings I want. She brings out a book, we talk about the best back and she tells me...no extra charge. Wooohoooo! Five days later...ok, a little longer than that as there was a slight snafoo with ordering the back and dropped communications, etc., but they were so very nice about it, I can't fault them at all. In the end, I have an amazing pair of clip-on Philippa Roberts original design. Yes, they are on the pricier side, but I think I'll be treating myself to this amazing jewelry again, and again, and again... read more

I love Philippa's jewelry and can't get enough of it! Her gift items in the shop are amazing too. All unique, classy and just fun. She has a neat selection of purses and some funny books too. Love it! read more

I love this store!!!! I wish I could find a place like this in San Diego which is where I moved to. I love everything they carry. Different than a typical jewelry store. So much more personality and unique finds. One of my favorite stores of all time, of any type. I miss you!!! read more

A few months ago I bought a $45 necklace (silver chain, sliver medallion). Through normal wear and tear, the chain broke. I brought it in to have it repaired or replaced, and the clerk offered to sell me the same chain for $40. This place doesn't stand by it's product, and seems intent on gouging the customer at every opportunity. I won't be going back, and I suggest you don't either if you expect to get any customer service. read more

I love Philippa Roberts' jewelry, and the store is nice to browse in. The other jewelry she carries is also gorgeous. Over the years, I've bought my absolute favorite earrings and necklaces here. Their customer service is amazing: I brought in several pairs of Philippa Roberts earrings and three necklaces I had bought at the store that had tarnished as they had offered to polish them at no charge. I left them there for a few days, and when I picked them up they looked brand new! They have a big sale once or twice a year that I look forward to. Interesting note: I just saw her jewelry at the MOMA in SF. So nice to have a larger selection right here in Oakland! read more

After lunch at Fenton's down the street this afternoon, my boyfriend and I wandered in here because I'd seen the gorgeous jewelry in the window and knew I had to stop in. Everything in here is right up my alley, which is a good thing, but a bad thing in that I want to buy everything in sight. Philippa Roberts's work is stunning, fresh, modern, and clean, and her pieces are made with quality material. There is also a selection of jewelry from other artists, like Rebel Designs, whose pieces were also made with natural materials and had a bit of an edge to them. They were awesome. The gifts and home goods sold here are charming and have a bit of whimsy that I found incredibly appealing, and the woman working the store today was friendly and attentive, but not overbearing. The only thing keeping me from giving this place five stars are the prices, which are a bit steep, which was disappointing because there are so many things I wanted to walk away with today. I'll definitely be coming back here once I save up enough for one piece in particular I'm dying to have, and simply because this store is so lovely and makes you want to come back and support it. A hidden gem on Piedmont Ave. read more

Holiday madness was totally suspended in this tiny store in my late shopping today, two days before Christmas. I'm usually a little incapacitated at Phillipa Roberts, because I love almost everything in it. But today, I was on the hunt for my mother-in-law, who needs nothing but loves to be remembered with a tasteful piece of jewelry. As I floated away from a simple necklace that was out of my price range, a helpful associate said, "That table is all 25% off." Then she went through the store and pulled half a dozen pieces that were in the right price range and close to the taste I showed when I picked up that first necklace. I ended up back with the first necklace, and asked about a magnetic clasp to replace the hook so my m.i.l. could use it, and this was the most AMAZING thing today--the other associate offered to run across the street to Blue Door Beads and pick one up for me! She did, told me I'd need to go over there and pay them the $2.73 for the clasp, which I did while the Phillipa gals replaced the clasp without charge. Bonus: the clasp from Blue Door is a really nice, super strong magnet and a pleasing shape. Before I left, I browsed the $35 bargain basket next to the cash register and then texted my husband to come check it out with my son, who I was pretty sure hadn't gotten anything for me yet. There were at least 4 things in that bargain basket that were perfect for me. I don't know how their visit went, but there are now two Phillipa Roberts gift bags under our Christmas tree and one of them has my name on it.... read more

Philippa' jewelry is beautiful and she has such great taste in choosing home accessories. The staff are always very friendly and helpful. Don't miss the sale basket! read more

philippa roberts is a superb choice for a nice, unique gift of jewelry. personally, i'm a very pro-local gal, and, naturally, i'm even more pro-local if its a superior product... and i think philippa roberts' stuff is. philippa roberts has a great eye. she does elegant really well, but she also has some really fun stuff too. there's a bit of an earthy feel to it, but nothing really "hippie" if you know what i mean. note: the store also has some lovely home wares, like beautiful candles, cute baby items and the like. altogether, a great place to stop for a gift! read more

What a cute little shop, so many beautiful things! The sales person was very friendly and helpful. I will definitely be back!

They have the best customer service. My mother-inlaw,, myself, my besties, and even my husband shops here. Not only do they have fine jewelry and one of a kind pieces, they also have unique gifts for friends or your home. My husband can come in here and say, "It's my wife's bday what's on her wish list?" They'll look me up and have a wide price range of stuff on the computer. Love this place. read more

The vermeil is a good price but I saw silver within the first few weeks of purchasing my piece. There were some cool graphic design charms that were fun and had cute sayings. Overall, the sales attendant seemed a little out of touch with her gift suggestions to me. I ended up buying the necklace for myself and was a little disappointed when the silver started showing through after three weeks of wear. read more

Love this place!! I can always find a gift here, whether it's for a birthday, shower, anniversary, Mother's Day, whatever! I recently had a necklace made for my mom and she loved it so much that we've gone back to get necklaces made for several other women in our family. The staff is very friendly and super efficient. So glad to have such a gem right across the street from my office!! read more

Every time I come in this little shop I end up buying something I always have to pull myself away from there. Not only do they showcase her jewelry, they showcase other artists. The jewelry is reasonably priced. I bought a necklace from this place with various pendants to go with it and I got a lot of compliments on it. It is a wonderful place to buy gifts and I tend to buy gifts here a lot. The sales person was very friendly and helpful. It is definitely worth checking out. Very quaint! read more

High-quality jewelry and lots of it! Philippa and her staff are super kind and helpful too. You're basically guaranteed to find something for yourself or anyone special in your life. Would definitely recommend to a friend! read more

Go to Philippa Roberts for the bargain jewelry bin - it's the best place for holiday shopping for your girlfriends! They also have fun purses and random gifts, but beyond the bargain bin, it's generally a bit pricey. read more

I walked in to get a necklace fixed and walked out with some amazing jewelry. I love the crisp and elegant designs!

I have to say this is one of my favorite stores to buy jewelry. My wife loves everything in here, so I can usually go home with anything and she will be happy. Her favorite is the Philippa Roberts jewelry and I have purchased many gifts here over the years. The sales staff are always very helpful and will even try a piece on to model if needed. I mostly like that I can get in and out with a beautifully wrapped gift. Highly recommend this shop. read more

I am pretty disappointed after my experience at Philippa Roberts today. I tried to exchange a book that was gifted to my son, since he already had been given a copy. Turns out the receipt was quite old, but they still sold the item, so I was hopeful they would make an exception. It was literally still wrapped in the Philippa Roberts box in perfect condition and ready to be resold. The saleswoman refused to let me exchange it for anything other than the next book in the series...which he also happens to have. She kept telling me that they stick firm to their 20 day return policy because it's a small business and if they made an exception for me, they'd have to do it for others. I was fully prepared to exchange it for a more expensive item and pay the difference. I also explained to her that I eyed an item when I walked through the door, so they could have made another sale, but she didn't seem to care. I don't understand the logic of a small business turning away a customer just to stick to a rigid rule that, in this case, would have cost them nothing to bend. I am giving three stars because they have beautiful stuff, and in the past have had much better customer service. Though I live around the corner, I won't be giving them my business anymore. There is no shortage of overpriced boutiques in this city, and I'd rather give my money to one that values me as a customer. read more

Was searching for a wallet. The selection at Philippa Roberts was the best around! Wide selection for both men and women - in a variety of price ranges, from $20 to $150. And they wrapped it in a cute box! read more

My daughter and I both ADORE this shop. From the moment we entered we were in love. The styles of jewelery offered are not so all over the place that your mind is overwhelmed yet the range is different enough to offer something for everyone (my daughter bought buttons, I bought a simple and beautiful, silver hand crafted necklace and I bought a double sided charm for my sister). I bought colorful, heavy duty picnic style plates with a sense of humor for my outgoing college age son and a baby gift for my brother. Yes people all in one store. I love everything about this store, the people, the displays, the artists represented and the soothing atmosphere! Love it all, check it out. read more

Philippa Roberts is a great place to buy jewelry, gifts etc. Her stuff is unique and the staff is great. And, not only does Philippa Roberts sell her own designs, but she offers a plethora of jewelry by local artists. Philippa Roberts is always my first stop when looking for jewelry or a gift. One more plus - they're super dog friendly!! read more

Great pieces of jewelry made by local artists. But the ladies who work there need to learn a thing or two about customer service. They were snooty and aloof, completely ignoring us. Perhaps it was because we were dressed down, having just come from a steam room. When we asked which artist had created a beautiful ring inside one of the showcases, one of them snipped, "There's a bunch of artists there; I don't know which one you're referring to." It was only until I purchased a pair of earrings did she do a complete 180, trying to chat me up. I really wish Piedmont would drop its growing pretentiousness and remember its more humbler roots. read more

Philipa has such beautiful, elegant and timeless jewelry. Really, I like everything in her store, and she carries great designers, at surprisingly good prices. My husband has gotten me several enchanting pieces over the years, and people always ask where they came from. In fact, I learned about the store by asking a coworker where she had gotten her jewelry. I even bought replacements for my wedding rings that were stolen (hello Oakland). Plus, the bargain bin is a great treat, when you need a pick me up. read more

What a fantastic and unique selection of jewelry at PR. I fell upon the shop several months ago and bought a one-of-a-kind necklace for a friend's b'day gift. Since then, admittedly, the purchases have become increasingly selfish as it's now my go-to place for personal treats. The jewelry is not ridiculously priced (and I say that as a pretty fiscally conscious student), and the bargain bin does indeed contain real bargains. Yes, the other gift items in the shop look great, but I find it easy to lose my peripheral vision as I enter the store and make a beeline straight for the jewelry. read more

I adore virtually everything in this shop, including the friendly salespeople who are totally low-pressure and helpful. Philippa Roberts' namesake jewelry line features gorgeous matte silver earrings and pendant-style necklaces (about $80-$150 a pop) that go with everything I own (and always invite complimentary comments), and the other jewelry lines in the shop are equally delectable. This is kind of deep, but after a former boyfriend of mine died a year ago, I was all depressed and wondered down Piedmont Ave in search of...something...and I happened into PR and bought a gold and ruby beaded bracelet for eighty bucks that reminded me of him, and I've worn it nearly every day since and it's just made me feel...better. Sounds all materialistic, but really--this shop is special. Check it out. My husband buys all of my birthday, Christmas and anniversary gift here, and you know what? I'm more than fine with that! Lucky me! read more

I went here today to get a gift for a friend. There were a lot of things I thought she'd like, so it was difficult to choose. I do wish there was a way to see items by price--I notice the Philippa Roberts website doesn't allow ranking by price, either. You have to go through and examine each little tag. The saleswoman who was at the counter when I came in was very quiet. She was perfectly nice when I asked her questions--maybe I should have just asked her to show me what they had in my price range--but didn't volunteer anything. Actually, a lot of the time I prefer to be left alone when shopping, but in this case, I was grateful when another saleswoman came on duty and took a more proactive approach. She was friendly and helped me come to a decision without being pressuring in any way--in fact, she reassured me that the lovely items I was looking at in the $35 bargain bin were still good quality. I would have preferred to buy a full-price item so my friend could exchange it, but it was just a bit too "spendy" for me to feel comfortable. The saleswoman gift-wrapped my purchase nicely, and I'm happy with it. I hope my friend is! read more

Phillap Robert is a gifted jewelry artist. Her work is modern, original, delicate but at the same time has substance. I started shopping in her boutique for her jewelry, but now i go there for all of my gifts and it is very hard to leave without buying something for me too. She has a wonderful selection of unique items. For example, I found tiny spoons for my grandmothers antique salt bowls. Beautiful style and taste. Makes gift buying easy. read more

Absolutely love this shop! I stop in on my way home from work and almost always find something fabulous. My girlfriends and I by each other gifts from here and when I see the chocolate brown and turquoise blue ribbon on the box, I know it's going to be something great! I adore Philippa's own creations but she has so many other artists and products available too that there's always something new to ogle and drool over. read more

I can't tell you how many times I walked by this store thinking I needed to stop in and never did - until day before yesterday. I love this store! While there are many beautiful tchotkes, the real draw to me is the beautiful, one-of-kind jewelry. It's gorgeous, simple, elegant, timeless - and does not break the bank. Oh, and it's a great local business with a great local artisan. read more

Your store is wonderful! It has such a great selection of unique items. Everytime I pop in there is always something new to discover. I can always find the gift I am looking for or a treasure for myself. The staff is friendly and helpful. I recently took my sister from Chicago in and she thought it was great too! Keep up the great work. Thank you! read more

This is a great little shop for handmade jewelry and hostess gifts.

When you're looking for that something a little different than the ordinary to give as a gift, be sure to stop here. This is one of my favorite stores to browse. I always seem to pick up something either for a friend or for me. A good place to get lost for awhile. read more

I don't usually write reviews, but I just wanted to compliment the customer service I got from the store a couple years ago when I got a Philippa Roberts necklace and a small briolette pendant. The necklace originally came with a longer 18" chain, but they were very patient in helping me find a shorter one that went very well with the cluster pendant (after presenting me with a few options). They also had to re-wire the briolette pendant for me. When I got home, I noticed a chip on the end of the briolette stone that I didn't see at the store. I called and left a message. They called me right away the next business day, and mailed me another one right away without question. They even remembered the color of the stone! I was just so impressed by them. I live in San Jose, but I visit the store every time I go up to Oakland. I love that they carry many artisan jewelry and house ware. It is so fun shopping there. read more