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!!

Business owner is rude! Don't even bother stopping by- this lady will literally breathe down your…read moreneck and watch you like hawk as you browse around. This lady was so bothered by our presence that she asked us if we were looking to buy anything specific from the very moment we walked in (not even a hello or welcome) and proceeds to follow us and rearrange every clothing item we looked at on the clothing rack. She then tells my younger sister to not touch anything, which makes no sense since this is the whole point of shopping, smh. This lady stood so close behind us and didn't give us room to comfortably shop. She then turns off the light and says "we're closing in 5 minutes" and walks away to another shop across from her store. This made us feel so unwelcome and we absolutely did not deserve to be treated this way. Its a shame that the customer service is severely lacking being that this is considered a small business.

Such a fun little shop in Carmel! So many cute things to look at, and everything feels thoughtful…read moreand locally curated. You can tell a lot of care went into the selection -- nothing felt generic or touristy. There were tons of unique gift ideas, perfect if you're looking for something special or a souvenir that actually feels meaningful. I could have easily spent way more time browsing. If you're walking around Carmel and love supporting local businesses while finding adorable, one-of-a-kind items, this place is a must-stop. its on the pricier side.

Bright, fun, and full of personality. Somewhere in Carmel has two retail locations in Carmel, both…read morefull of colorful modern paper goods, coffee table books, beautiful cards and stationery, unique tourist T-shirts, home goods, cute socks, tarot cards, and creative crafts and DIY kits. It's a good stop for unique gifts and souvenirs. Thoughtfully curated--I picked up a few unique gifts here.

Really fun and eclectic (in a high end, not weird way) boutique. Majority of pieces were…read morecontemporary knit designer pieces. I am overweight and was thrilled to see how well many of the pieces worked for me. At the same time they would be stunning on a smaller frame. Designs were unique and very versatile. Also seems super durable, one piece got a little stuck to the hanger's velcro - no impact on the knit at all. Sharleen was super fun. Attentive, her suggestion made sense, she was not overbearing (picked up that I am starting to get tired of trying things on) I ended up buying quite a few of the Comando (camisoles, leggings and underwear) pieces, all without trying - tried them at home and they fit and look is fantastic. Stop by if you are there, just a super neat experience.

One time I came here and immediately when I walked in she told me no food or drinks put them down…read moreon the table, super demanding and rude but I of course listened. she then went "ugh" and walked away I literally looked at one top then left cause the lady who own this store genuinely made me feel so uncomfortable. If you're just trying to enjoy your day in Carmel and look at the shops I highly DO NOT recommend coming to this place.

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.

Beautiful jewelry at a very reasonable price! We were lucky enough to be there for their…read moreanniversary sale and got everything at 60% off. The owner was behind the counter and, in spite of an arm injury, was amazingly nice and incredibly helpful! Purses, scarves, rings, brooches, earrings, necklaces, this place was accessory heaven! If you are in downtown Monterey, do not miss shopping here!!

Such cute things in this shop! And the owner is a gem. She was so sweet to me and my 7 y/o. It's…read moreright by the Farmer's Market on Tues. Definitely check it out!

Love love all the beautiful pictures things in this store!…read moreTsering the owner is so helpful in helping you find the perfect present. In my case, it was picking out a cashmere shawl That I am so in love with !! All the merchandise is top of the line. You just don't expect to find such quality things on Cannery Row! If you love this type of thing, I highly recommend you pay Vajra Collection a visit!

Wow! I absolutely adore so many things in this store…read more The owner Tsering is super helpful and friendly!! It's amazing to find a store on Cannery Row whose prices are so reasonable! Last year bought this wonderful cashmere poncho. Monday I found a great scarf ... If you are like me, love quality unusual merchandise, Vajra Collection is for you!! To tell you the truth, it's hard to leave without buying something! Great for presents too! Tsering I love your store!! Tsering keep up the good work

Staff members were so nice. They have GREAT selections. Place is very organized, clean and full…read morewith great finds. They're not cheap but soooo worth it!

I love this store! There's so much for every (good taste) :)…read moreYou can tell a lot of care and consideration goes into every item curated for the store; from local artists, to the wide world.

I love this little shop. I always make a point to stop in during my visits to see what unique finds…read morethey have. I inevitably end up admiring a piece of jewelry or two, so it was no surprise that I found a pair of earrings this time. I had to treat myself. The staff are always so friendly every time I stop in. It's such a welcoming place. In a small strip mall, there are glass blowers, a bookstore, and a grocery market. A must-see place.

Avant Garden and Home has always been my Very, Very Favorite store and the Owners are Totally…read moreAWESOME and the Nicest people on the face of the earth You can always find the most unique and wonderful gifts when shopping here! Randi, Jeffrey and their sweet dogs always make you feel so welcome and loved