I have fatigue from shopping too much at J. Crew, Ann Taylor/Loft, and Banana Republic. My closet…read morebasically is composed of the same style sweater, button down and pants in a variety of navy blues, blacks, and neutrals. I thoroughly enjoyed shopping at Ms. Fabulous (and they have an online presence) for a different take on some of these staples (horizontal striped sweater) as well as a few things that are totally different. The prices are super competitive; I didn't feel like anything really soared over $70-100 as a single piece. The clothes feel better made than anything at Forever 21 or Charlotte Russe. And, the shopowner is LOVELY to talk to and was able to recommend other shops in Carmel's downtown that might pique my interest. She said that if people express favorite brands or styles, she tries to reach back out when she gets new items in stock. Amazing. I bought a few items from here, and I will probably try to go back any time I'm in Carmel.

Love this store!! Kara and Christy are wonderful! Beautiful clothes and reasonably priced. Kara…read morehas a great eye for fashion! A must stop shop when visiting Carmel by the Sea!!

This store is truly exceptional! It offers beautiful, high-quality clothing with a distinctive…read moreEuropean flair that is hard to find elsewhere. What makes it even more special is the owner, who is absolutely wonderful. She has been running the store for over 36 years, and her presence makes all the difference. Unlike large corporations staffed by employees, this is a place where the owner herself is there, welcoming customers and bringing a personal touch that reminds me so much of shopping in Europe. She is warm, sweet, genuine, and clearly a wonderful person. She loves dogs, and her kindness shines through in everything she does. The clothing is beautiful, unique, and excellent quality. This is the kind of special boutique that deserves to be supported and celebrated. An absolute gem! Sylvie Horning

Nice store, beautiful selection of merchandise but as one review stated, absolutely ludicrous price…read moretags. And, most of the sizing is for complete giants. If I were slightly irrational, I would buy that pair of $600 linen pants and make two extra pair out of the extra fabric I'd have after alterations. They do carry Zimmerman which is such a beautiful line, but again, as a 5'1"-100lb fully grown woman I cannot pull it off.

Great selection of stylish, good quality casual clothes. I…read morelove CJ one of the shop keepers. She has made several selections for me. The brands I love are Damask and Nic+Zoe, Lynn Ritchie.

I have never been treated so disrespectfully. Came to Carmel for a romantic weekend and while my…read morehusband was playing Golf @ Pebble Beach I decided to go shopping and kill some time. The women (I hope wasn't the owner!) seemed so annoyed that I wanted to try on a couple of items before I made my purchases. When I asked for a small in one of the cashmere sweaters she had the NERVE to ask me if "I knew this sweater was $180.00?" I said yes and??? I found several beautiful items which I set on the counter to purchase.... this rude women then proceeds to belittle me again and remind me that the return policy isn't very forgiving and was I sure I wanted to purchase the items? Are you kidding me? I was only spending $900 and that was just my first stop of the day. Too bad for you moving forward! I would come back the next time I am in Carmel but I choose to stay away from uppity nasty boutique's that aren't really "ALL THAT". I am quite sure that I deserved a little more respect and will advise all of my fellow front line working nurse managers to stay far away from this store as apparently they think treating customers with disrespect is acceptable. I will take my business elsewhere and spread the word about my experience.

Shopping splurge here! I wanted the yellow dress on the window display, but they didn't have my…read moresize and a bit too long. While I was perusing anyways since I went in, there was this nice ruffle black dress that was nicely styled and yet chic. Tried it on, loved the fit and flare unexpectedly when it was on me, and rang it up! It's fit for many occasions and can be dressed up or down. I think it's one of the more expensive dresses I've bought to date.

They wouldn't take an exchange with receipt because I removed the price tag so my wife wouldn't see…read moreit. I was told we could return before 1/3 just with a receipt. As a resident nearby we won't be shopping at BGB or same owner Palio's. Please donate to operation Genesis in SF for our Ghana trip in the spring.

It is a lovely, yet classy boutique with specialized assistance! I have to say that it is pretty…read moredifficult not to find anything as the selection is spot on. You can find anything from ready to wear or for a special occasion! The owner of the shop is super nice! Don't pass this local boutique by.

Just wandered in off the street and stumbled upon this gem of a boutique. Was looking for something…read morespecific and with the help of the lovely saleslady and large selection of beautiful clothes and I walked out with the perfect dress for my event!!

Coast in Carmel is such a cute boutique! The clothing was adorable and felt like the kind of pieces…read moreyou don't find at regular stores. Everything had that perfect coastal Carmel vibe. They also had a lot of sizes and plenty of options, so it didn't feel limited like some boutiques can. Super fun to shop and definitely worth stopping in. I'll be back for sure! Service was great too!

Beautifully curated, high and mid-end fashions. Mostly women but that's normal. My wife loves that…read morethe apparel are well made, fabric is very soft and fit is great. They carry names brands and nice trinkets for the home. You can find some great stuff here that is really affordable. As normal go to the rear of the store to get to the sale section. For Carmel, this store is very affordable. The staff always friendly and greets everyone coming through the door! They are not overbearing following you around the store, they allow you to browse and do your thing. Always with a smile, asking if you need assistance.

What a gem! The selection of quality clothing is absolutely…read morestunning! I needed a wrap for a dress( the weather changed on me :) ) Little that I knew - I found the whole new Oscar De La Renta Dress with a cape to wear for that event! So excited! I will be shopping with the girls again! Very pleasant experience!

I absolutely love the store and all of the ladies that work there. The customer service is superb…read moreand the clothes are exquisite.

Like to look like million bucks but on a budget? Chanel,…read moreGucci, Hermes, Fendi, Prada...they have it all on consignment. Clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories. The owner is friendly and helpful. The trick to this place is finding price tags with a red stripe for an additional 50% off. If designer duds at a discount make you happy, find your way to this hidden gem off the beaten path in Carmel.

I went in while visiting Carmel and wasn't expecting to buy... Ended up buying a vintage leather…read morejacket and vintage dior necklace & bracelet set! The owner, Ava, was very kind to me and definitely made this visit worth it. We made good conversation and she even recommended me some items after seeing my selection of things. Will be buying from here again when given the chance!

They have our favorite stationary store. We try and stop by anytime we go to Carmel on vacation.read more

Carmel Plaza is a really nice outdoor shopping center that you can find in Downtown Carmel…read more The Plaza has three levels and lots of different stores from restaurants, retail shops and others. Give Dutch Donuts a try if you want a freshly made doughnut and coffee or go to the French Bakery instead. There is outdoor seating all around.

I found a cute dress and some adorable accessories! Customer service was friendly!read more

Adorable hip woman's boutique filled to the brim with all kinds of eye-catching accesories,…read moreclutches, jewelry and I love their taste... especially their selection of dresses. Everytime I'm in Carmel (which is almost everyday) I love what I see in the window so I finally trotted in there today and was welcomed by a sweet young stylish lady. The ambiance is warm and welcoming and they are not pretentious like surrounding boutiques. They carry some everyday wear and a lot of beautiful evening and special occassion pieces. This place is on the more inexpensive side in regards to boutique shops in Carmel. Next time I need a cocktail dress or just something nice, I will definitely hit up Pamplemousse first.