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    4.8 (36 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Rikki P.

    always love coming here!! Very welcoming and warm people love it!! Such unique pieces as well!!

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    Dawn B.

    An absolute "go to" in Pasadena! Every trip South from Norcal, ... we always swing by Diane's RETREAT. She has a great eye for talented artists - we're thankful to have found this gem of a store. Definitely a favorite CA jewelry & gift shop!!

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    Lolia S.

    RETREAT opened in downtown South Pas last week. The name made me think of a spa and I thought they might have nice Mother's Day gifts. I also spotted a wall of handmade cards (lots of letterpress cards) and I had to take a look. The style is edgier than what my mother in law would favor though they did have some candles, soaps, and bath bombs that would be MIL appropriate. First, the selection of cards was unique. I've been to every place that sells greetings cards in this area but I hadn't seen most of the cards at Retreat. For some reason, much of the merchandise and cards feature profanity. But some of the cards were quite nice - not girly nice or cutesy/kawaii but irreverent nice. Unique is a good descriptor for the store. They carry a lot of local and handmade items, including handmade ukuleles, yoga straps, wallets, dolls, jewelry, journals, and frameable art prints. There's a fair amount of cat and dog themed merchandise. You can also find pins, coasters, matches, pencils, trays, socks, and flasks.

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    Tracy G.

    An amazing mix of artisan crafted gifts. So many men's gifts ~ perfect for my husband and 3 young men/teen boys. See photo of ties I took. Cute men's socks, clocks, cocktail mixers, etc. Jewelry is exceptional. Diane is a gem and has fit right into South Pasadena.

    Angela R.

    I walked in with my Fiancé who is a musician that was drawn to the beautifully crafted, handmade Ukuleles in the front. It was just my kind of store! So many unique items - jewelry, stones, art work, oils and trinkets. I had to be careful not to buy the whole shop! I had a great conversation with the owner, Diane. Very friendly and personable. She let me try on a gorgeous gold plated moon stone bracelet and a vintage re-purposed earth locket necklace. I couldn't resist and bought them! She was nice enough to give me a little break on the tax for getting both items. So unique, I adore both special pieces. Can't wait to go back!

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    Diane S.

    Thank you, Rikki! We love making our customers happy!!!

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    Thank you for the great review!

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    3 years ago

    Great store, great jewelry, cards, socks, you name it. I was visiting from the East Cast and found it - what a gem!

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    Thanks for the 5 star review! Glad you enjoyed the shop!

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    Hi Eva! Thank you SO much for your 5 star review!!

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    Thank you for the 5 star review, Jennifer!

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    Thank you so much for this wonderful review, Tracy!

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    Diane S.

    Thank you so much for your great review!!!

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    Thank you so much for this wonderful review!

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    Thank you for the wonderful review!!

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    Always a well curated selection of distinctive gifts, cards, and jewelry...such a fun shop to browse through and buy from.

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    Thank you so much for the great review!

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    Thank you so much for this wonderful review!!!

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    Diane is so generous as well, constantly giving back to our local schools and teachers. She and her store are true gems

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    Thank you for your great review!! We appreciate your encouragement!

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    Thank you for your 5 star review Delilah!!

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    Thank you so much for the great review Betty!

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    9 years ago

    Love this place!! So many unique items. If you're having a hard time finding a gift, you can find it here!! This place is awesome!

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    Thank you so much, Maria! We greatly appreciate your review!

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    Thank you SO much for the wonderful review!!

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    Thank you for the wonderful review, Jericho!!

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    Diane has amazing taste and her store elevates the shopping experience in South Pasadena ten fold.

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