I am a huge fan of B&BW. I use their products every single day and give their products as gifts…read more I burn the 3-wick candles nightly, and I absolutely love their Halloween and Christmas collections. I look forward to the new collections coming out every year. My friends joke that I need to buy stock in this company. I buy their products both online and in the stores. I frequent three different locations. This location is in Claremont Square next to the Vons grocery store. I go to this location every one or two moths as it is on my route for some meetings that I attend. It has its plusses and minuses. First, in general, it is a neatly organized and well-stocked store. They had tons on sale after the holidays this year. Second, the people working there are knowledgeable about the products. Third, I usually get there around 5:00 or 5:30 on a weekday, and it is never very crowded, so I don't have to wait in line. However, lately, there has been something really bothering me. It has now happened two or three times. When I walk in, they ask what I'm looking for. I either know exactly what I want (my usual scents) or I want to quietly browse. I will ask the staff if I need anything. Lately, they have been super insistent on trying to spray me with some new scent or make me use some random lotion. Last time when I walked in, I told them I was just browsing. They then lead me to a sink and asked me to wash my hands with the new scent. I declined, but almost felt like they were trying to force me. They almost act like, how dare I decline! This was not the first time they have given me this reaction. This has not happened to me in other stores. I have liked this store up until the past few months. I'm not going to buy a new scent because I'm forced to use it. Also, they are not going to make more money from me by trying to get me to switch from the scents that I was already planning to buy. I have placed this feedback in a customer survey as well, so I'm hoping for a change so that I can continue to shop there.

Came here for a nice body lotion. I found some but none that really stood out. The store was pretty…read moreclean and well organized. It was a lot of Christmas themed stuff and it was a bit much imo. I don't particularly find the holiday scents as appealing. Wished they had some of their non seasonal scents available. Staff were pretty jolly. Helpful and all. A little pushy at the end when we didn't end up purchasing anything and they kept offering bits of information to help entice us to buy something. But nothing overwhelming. Parking lot is huge. It's in a plaza so plenty to go around.

Right next to Crown Point Coffee and Belli Belli Salon, Esqueleto is a one of a kind shop for ring…read moreshopping and custom jewelry. My boyfriend and I recently talked about getting married and all I needed was a ring for him to propose me to. I'm still not sure what ring to get, but Marjorie was super sweet and helpful. We even exchanged numbers so she could help me hunt out for the perfect ring. After shopping in major retailers like Robbins Brother and James Allen, I was floored by the amount of attention and detail that she gave to each one of her rings. As a bonus, there was even a store event where we get to talk to a local designer about her design process and aesthetic. This is also a perfect place for designer goods such as candles and pillow. I love it and I hope to come back!!! It was a wonderful experience.

To be fair, I have not yet visited this location BUT, (pre-Pandemic) I shopped at their Los Feliz…read morestore in LA where I bought a delicate Jennie Kwon ring that I am constantly asked about. Notably, the sales associates were very kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. I remember thinking that they had a beautifully curated selection of unique jewelry and planned to shop for more once my budget allowed. The aesthetic reminded me a bit of Catbird (the NYC based jewelry store), but with more of a West Coast/LA vibe. I randomly decided to check out their website today and saw that they now have a location in San Diego! So excited to have a physical location closer to home. Can't wait to stop by! Welcome to SD, Esqueleto! :)

I have been shopping at Kiko + Sven for the past several years. It was one of the first stores I…read morelearned about when I went to the very first Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll, which is a local, annual sip and shop event. I then went back to do a little holiday shopping, and have been back many times since. I am also happy that the shop continues to host a spirt stop on the stroll. Kiko + Sven is a tiny shop with a lot of cute items. Some appear handmade and other are just cute or unique. They probably have more jewelry than anything. It is mostly dainty gold and silver, some with long beads and some made from clay. They have a back wall that is full of greeting cards, and a section of toddler and baby items. There are usually quite a few candles and soaps, and a small amount of cocktail/cooking supplies. All of it calls out to me... and makes me want to spend money. They also have a rack of clothing in the shop, and usually a sale rack outside. I have bought a couple of tops and a cute shawl there in the past, but since the selection is so small, I often don't find any clothing that either is my size or style. I think it is a great shop to browse and find something unecspected. As it is very small, the times I went looking for something more specific for gifts, it has been a bit hit or miss. Their stock varies over time and you may or may not luck out. All in all, if you are shopping or eating on Adams, go check it out. It's really fun to browse and you may find something you like. Also, they will make you an account so you can put your phone number in for discounts without any coupons or solicitaitons.

I truly love this little shop in normal heights. It's a hidden gem and I love going there to find…read moreunique gifts. There is a little something for everyone. I always look forward to going in there to see what they have. Also the service is always helpful and can answer any questions you may have. They also support local artists and there always new items to see when you go in. Also if you are a plant lover they have unique ones as well as pots too.

The store has a very cool vibe and is decorated nicely. The staff was extremely friendly and…read morehelpful. They have unique fragrances that you can't find anywhere else. They also have candles, shampoo, conditioner, hand, lotion, grooming items.

When I went to this location it was weird at first the lady that helped me out was somewhat rude…read more But I went back when new staff went in and the lady that helped me then was really nice to me and tried to help me the best she can and she ended up making my bottle. When I waited for my bottle the guy that was there was really nice and chill. Both the people that helped me in the afternoon were helpful. And made me feel welcomed. I will go back in the future

Isabel was so welcoming and kind during our time there. The store had everything imaginable there…read morethat you could possibly want. Books, rosaries, religious jewelry, candles, cards, vestments, etc. While we were browsing I happened to notice Isabel was working on a rosary and I inquired about it. She explained that she made them and also repaired them! We exchanged a few more pleasantries as I purchased my items and she informed me that the cd's I was buying were free, how cool is that? Prices were reasonable and service top notch! Thank you, Isabel, I'll be back!

I go therefore all my religious articles for myself and gifts for my friends. Never disappointed…read more E.StClair

Tree of Life literally has EVERYTHING you need. Very unique with so many little gems. They have a…read moregreat offering of items, Truly a solid collection of everything you might need.

This is a fantastic shop. They have everything you need and everything you never knew you needed…read more Wide selection of herbs, oils and candles. Diana provided wonderful service, answering any questions I had and was very friendly. The prices for everything I purchased were more than fair. I will be back!

Super cute gift shop with its own distinct door but attached to Ultra coffee shop. Only thing…read moremissing is flower bouquets, that would give an event better vibe and touch (well, I love flowers;). All items are earthy colored, like your usual ceramic mugs, fun socks, aromatherapy and candles, bath bombs, jewelry and glasses. Also items for your pups. Very charming and clean.

I'm not sure why With Love's reviews transferred over to Lewis Fay Home, which is the shop that…read moretook over that space when With Love closed down. Lewis Fay Home is...strange. They sell way too many things without specializing in any one thing. For example, they have cards, perfume, lotions, I think I saw sunglasses there once, tchotkokes, and then the other side of the shop seems to be more about cooking stuff. I bought a cool set of glasses there when they first opened up, but every time I go in there, nobody helps me, and I feel like I'm intruding. So I've stopped going in. Anyway, my larger original review is NOT for Lewis Fay Home, it was for With Love, which was a completely different and very wonderful shop.

Cute little boutique store that sells endless amounts of cards (birthday, anniversary, special…read moreoccasion, etc) and unique trinkets of all kinds. The owner is super nice: it's his hobby to travel to different places and events and buy things he finds interesting. I personally got a Chinese solo tea cup that has a removable cup with holes for loose leaves.