Awesome stop for a crab license--aside from a life jacket, we picked up a beautiful wooden puzzle…read moreand some colorful stickers. Super friendly service in a clean, well maintained store. They offered 20% off on the puzzle because it was a display model, and the last really colorful one left. They will be ordering more for the holidays, if you're a wooden puzzle fan.

I came here at the last minute to get some binoculars for our whale-watching tour. The staff was…read morevery knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. They also have a great selection of clothing and shoes.

I live out of state, was visiting Washington State so my friends and I traveled to Bellingham to…read morebrowse in some of the unique places there. Three of us purchased identical denim jackets on May 26, 2026 from Adored Boutique and after leaving the store I noticed my jacket was damaged. I submitted a notice to the seller using their web process. I explained that I was not a local and would be returning home to my state the next day and asked what my options were. To date I have had no response. My friends and I visit Seattle annually and always venture into places of interest like Adored, but I will make sure that we do not go there again. I feel that my concern was valid and should have been acknowledged, but at this late date I'm sure the owner did not consider how important word of mouth is and didn't feel a response was warranted. I am Gwen K. Of Houston, Texas

Since this store's inception in the middle of the pandemic, I have felt nothing but included,…read morewelcomed, and celebrated in this store. You source exceptional labor. Your product mix is diverse, your work ethic is sincere and strongly shines through in every event that you have. You connect with the community vendors so well, not only to leverage your own business but to give others during this hard time, a platform for success. I'm tired of going to boutiques simply because they are closer to me. Adored Boutique is an hour and a half drive, and I would MUCH RATHER go here than Hoity Toity in Smokey Point. I drive so far because I know it'll be so worth it, and I'll have such a wonderful time shopping here. I also can sleep at night better knowing small business owners like you exist. You are the epitome of the American dream. Be proud of yourself. You accomplished starting a business in one of the weirdest and most challenging economic times in American history. Celebrate that. Y'all rock!

My friend and I took a trip to Friday harbor one weekend. I always love to bring a souvenir or…read moretchotchke for my kiddos and saw Joe Fridays. Although it's not a huge store, they had a big variety of everything from shirts to sweaters to stickers and magnets. The designs were broad and they had a lot of sizes. I have to be honest, the pricing inside the store was a little bit more on the expensive side. And for reference, I usually buy a t-shirt for around $20. But thankfully, the store had several clearance racks and shelves outside of the front of the store. I found extremely reasonably priced and very adorable shirts to bring home. We've had the shirts for almost a year now, and they have lasted very long. The design integrity is solid and the shirts have not shrunk. I'm a happy camper!

I did an all day trip to San Juan Island back on 9/30/20 and practically stepped in most of the…read moreFriday Harbor businesses that remained open during the off season. Wandered and perused most businesses out of curiosity, wrap up my last few hours, get some walking in before queuing up at the ferry terminal. Most of the time as a solo day tripper, I was largely ignored, treated brusquely, or standoffish. Whatever, just looking people! But when I stopped in Joe Fridays Shirt Company, yes it could scream 'tourist trap', but I wanted to get a souvenir for myself and my son. We usually love hoodies and T shirts from places visited. The counter person was a standout, very welcoming and willing to answer any questions. I ended up scoring on items that were marked down for the season. Nice quality T shirts that also came with baseball caps. Whoever that saleswoman was, sincere gratitude for being a positive, friendly ambassador representing your business and community in Friday Harbor.

I love this store... their buyer definitely has an eye for fashion. The clothes are unique and…read morewell-made. The store offers a nice selection of women's clothing, accessories, jewelry and some gift items. We took our time browsing through the store since there was so much to see. The store has a trunk sale section where items are discounted. We did pick up a few clothes and trinkets.

Siren is a jewel. Any woman, of any body type and any budget will find something wonderful here…read more Shop is locally owned and owner is there almost all the time, making sure you are happy.The owner will help you, and I mean help not sell, find the perfect item. I heard her tell a customer the lines on a top she had tried on were wrong for her body type. She brought a different top and wow what a difference. From frumpy to elegant. The fashions are surprisingly forward, too. I bought jeans two years ago there I saw this year in a Neiman's catalogue. A great experience. Go.

Love this place! Such good finds and selection. Beautiful handmade jewelry and lots of artisanal…read moreitems, many of them local, including some gorgeous pottery and artwork. I also got a locally made clean lip balm. Last year we got permanent bracelets that I adore and I am still wearing it today! So great quality and has stayed on throughout many conditions (travel, shower, swimming, hiking, birth!). I also ended up getting the most adorable painting of our dog done for our baby's nursery by an artist showcased inside. Such a great spot to discover local artists and makers. The owner and storekeepers are always so friendly and kind. I absolutely love adore this place!

Dropped in for a visit and fell in love. The shop is designed with a scandinavian/minimalist touch…read morethat allows you to walk around and explore without feeling cluttered or inundated with stuff. The selections are beautiful and thoughtful, with significant emphasis on reducing waste and having simpler but well made things. Moreover the owner was lovely and patient. Unfortunately I don't live on the island but I certainly will drop in the next time I come through. I did look it up and it seems most of the store selection is also online. That said, the store has such a lovely feel that just can't be captured online.

Amazing a must stop on the island…read more Friendly service see the Island artwork all local artists

Extremely special and beautiful spot. It's a gallery hidden in a forest and is a super charming and…read morewell curated little haven of beautiful art in all mediums. Sadly the owner did not echo the gracious surroundings....she was pretty snobby and obviously didn't think much of city people, so that really brought the vibe down and I won't be back. I know people always say it's a small town thing but I'm not into it.

Beautiful Crafts from from local artisans on the San Juan Islands. Pottery, photography, oil,…read moreknits ...

I stopped here during my short sojourn at Friday Harbor yesterday. There are several arts and…read morecrafts-type places in town and in my limited experience, Island Studios had the best selection and at fairly reasonable prices. It's also a handsome place with their various pieces well displayed. I was particularly impressed with their glass wall pieces and some wood boxes by a person on Orcas Island by the name of River Jim. I also thought that the owner was very helpful, especially since I'll probably buy one of River Jim's boxes in the future. Jane Y.'s experience is unfortunate, although a sometimes high shipping/handling charge for often fragile and uniquely shaped artistic objects is more common than not. And it is certainly something I expect and factor into my purchasing decisions. I'm also usually suspicious of Yelp reviews from a profile with no picture and only one pointed posting. I call this a "drive by".

Stopped by this place during a morning walk after breakfast. The items can be customized with…read moreleather patches of your choosing. If you're into leather, it's a nice shop for leather goods/souvenirs! Staff is super friendly and helpful.

I purchased one of their leather belts roughly 5 years ago and it's withstood everything along with…read moreworldwide trips. Recently the hardware came apart (happens over time) and I reached out to the store via email. The customer service is phenomenal! I had a response within thirty minutes and a custom order with the hardware I required, quick and easy! Amazing quality and great customer service!