I love this shop so much! I live in South Pasadena and always drive past it on my daily commute, so I was excited to finally check it out on my day off. The ambiance is so adorable and eclectic, you can definitely tell the owner + staff put a lot of love into this place. Highly curated and thoughtful items. This is the perfect spot to find a meaningful gift for your loved ones. I was helped out by an employee named Carrie and she was so lovely/knowledgable about everything I was looking for! Sometimes you don't know how people will treat you in retail businesses, but sometimes you are so pleasantly surprised! And that was the case here so I had to leave a review. Thank you again! read more

Marz - Gift Shops Near Me - South Pasadena, California

I always find great things at this place. Love the feel love everything they have in the shop.

I was considering purchasing a rather expensive item here, but the old lady working was rude to my child that I decided to leave. I can buy it elsewhere online.. read more

My initial trip to the soda fountain on the corner didn't go as planned, but I did serendipitously stumble upon this wonderful store with an array of goods. The name caught my eye since that was my cousin's nickname. I had to go inside and browse. I managed to find Sonny Angel for a fair price. The stores near me tend to mark up the collectible figurines. I'm happy to report that I have no dupes and my twin sister loved the ones I gave her. By far my favorite store in Pasadena. I'll have to drop by again on my next visit. Thank you for being so kind to me. read more

Love Marz, I've been coming here for decades, way back from the Fair Oaks days! Always wonderful and joyful staff members. I remember Joey from years past and his amazing jewelry, and now Sien and her bright and cheerful disposition and lovely jewelry on display. I bought a candle and irreverent match book as a gift (to myself :) It's a delightful shop for all ages and a diverse inventory for any budget. The woman in line next to me was getting decor for her teens room, edgy but not scary. I also enjoy how there are 3 boutiques connected on the inside and bought shoes next door at Rue de Mimo, and browsed Camille's.... Will save for another Yelp those adventures! read more

Marz - Great sheets of wrapping paper, great for table decorations and drawer liners too! - Gift Shops Near Me - South Pasadena, California

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There are a lot of gift shops on Mission Street. And this particular one, along with the other shops in the immediate area are, unfortunately, open for very short hours: almost every store closes at five...or earlier. As well as being closed on Monday and Tuesday. On the other hand, as far as gift shops in the area go, it's a nice one. There are plenty of interesting books for collectors of the strange and unusual (a number of natural history books caught my eyes), jewelry, body products, stationary (and some very clever flat pens to keep in your bag.), candles and more. While I was there I was not shopping for any particular person, so I didn't actually buy anything. But there were certainly enough items there that I could imagine returning in the near future. The staff behind the counter were pleasant and greeted me when I entered the store. Again, there are a LOT of gift shops in this area of South Pasadena and while this is one of the nicer ones, I have seen most of its inventory elsewhere. And the short hours does make it less convenient than stores in my own neighborhood (East Hollywood). So, maybe not a destination spot, but worth checking out if you're in the area before five, Wednesday to Sunday. read more

OMG - this is the cutest, most amusing store! Great for Christmas or birthday gifts - or just cute things for yourself or your pets! Call for hours Mon & Tues - they may be open for those days pre-Christmas. Fantastic Xmas ornaments. Plus, the 100-year-old Fair Oaks Pharmacy soda fountain is also right next door, and Gus's classic Southern BBQ is right across the street on Fair Oaks. All in all, well-worth the trip from wherever you are! read more

Marz - Gift Shops Near Me - South Pasadena, California

Stop by for stocking stuffers and unique presents they've got a lot to choose from! Ranging from niche books, aesthetic composition notebooks to trinkets. A personal favorite were these sassy air fresheners and silly toothpicks. I guarantee you'll find something for everyone even if it's a small item. In the area there's lots to enjoy like vintage diners, shopping centers, and eateries. read more

Marz - Sassy trinkets for yourself or as a small gift - Gift Shops Near Me - South Pasadena, California

marz is a super cute little trinket shop in south pasadena! parking is a bit tough because its street parking, but it is across the street from rice & nori that has a small parking lot. the store has cute, unique little trinkets, stickers, soaps, lotions, candles, toys, plushies, decor, cards and so much more. id def come by again if i have the urge to find a little gift or trinket! parking: street parking note: they have a super small and limited collection of sonny angels, smiskis, and even baggu bags! read more

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Great unique products and a helpful staff! A real treasure. I always go there for cards - birthday, wedding, etc. - or something different to give as a gift. read more

It happened again! I told myself I was going to stick to a strict budget, but that sure didn't work! There are so many things at MARZ, that I absolutely love! And it's definitely a place that when you see it, you've got to get it!!! I just love MARZ! It's one of my favorite spots to bring visitors. read more

This shop is so cool. I don't like that Yelp doesn't have a category that really fits Marz. There are some antiques, but there is more new merchandise than old. It is a wonderful place to find gifts, but not a flower shop (why does Yelp only have "flowers and gifts"--ok, I'm being anal retentive, I know, but c'mon yelp, get more categories.) I guess I'd label Marz: Unique and Vintage Gifts. Things you can find here: unique dishware, cookbooks, art, cool cards, humorous gifts, jewelry, toys, curios, etc. And I love the way they wrap gifts, so arty and whimsical. Fun, fun, fun. read more

Cute store with many arty and pretty gifts. Very nice card selection. I got a vintage style ribbon. I also like the books they displayed.

I love little curio shops with unique cards and gifts and trinkets. Marz is just one of such shops. I love the greeting cards and the lotions and soaps and candles. It's a great place to buy a unique or fun gift. They have great seasonal offerings like Halloween fun stuff and lovely Christmas ornaments and decor. The store staff is friendly and helpful and it always smells really nice in there too. :) read more

Dont waste you time in this place. I walked in with my girlfriend and we were in there for about 10 minutes. The lady with the Sherbert colored hair and an elderly lady didn't acknowledge us not once. Shitty customer service, I'll take.my business elsewhere. Fuck this place read more

It goes without saying, that when my feet step onto Marz, my hands never leave empty. Well curated and worth the trip!!

Love this shop!! My favorite boutique to find great unique gifts. Beautiful jewelry, yummy smelling candles, hilarious birthday cards... And the decor and trinkets at Christmas time, amazing! read more

amazing service , friendly, and knowledgeable, and just a nice place, and good prices

What happened to my favorite gift shop??? Marz was my go-to place for unique, cool and artsy gifts but lately the merchandise is really random, some of it verging on "grandma". And the jewelry selection was wonderful...now it's just cheap stuff from China. I used to drive by this place just to check out the creative window display...not anymore! Inside's gotten worse too. It looks like the some of the displays haven't been changed since the last time I was in (4 months ago) and merchandise is spread out all over the place. Shouldn't all the kitchen stuff be in one section? The staff are friendly and helpful as always but I miss the way it used to be. read more

I happened upon this little shop late in the afternoon yesterday afternoon - 4:50 to be exact. I spotted something perfect for Mother's Day and peeked my head i the door. Clearly annoyed - the salesperson informed me they were closing soon. I asked if I could make a purchase and she be-grudgingly allowed me - making a show of locking me in and turning the "closed" sign in plain view. While I honestly loved the store and the could have easily spent a ton of money there - I was so frantic to get out of her way I made my small purchase and left. Look, we've all worked retail and want to go home - but don't make your customers feel like a burden to you. Great shop, bad vibe. Too bad. read more

A little gem of South Pasadena! This is the store you'd be thankful to know when you wanna find a cute stuff for your friend's B.D. or a just because gift. They have cards, books, candles, small room decorations, cute wrapping papers... and many many more! Just browse through, and you'll find some unexpected cool stuff! I got a cute handmade earrings for my friend from Marz's sister store (seems like) Rue De Mimo. They have great stuff too! read more

Marz is the boutique for the cute unique gift lover in all of us! The journals sold there are made with such care, the cards so quaint and elegant and the soaps and lotions are just dreamy. If you're having trouble finding the perfect gift for artists, lovers and dreamers, this is your store. read more

You know... after several reviews of S.Pasadena's shops...I have to say, they've captured my heart. Marz is no different. Marz is a vintage-esque boutique gift shop for the curious and the curiouser. =) Interestingly enough, Marz directly connects with another store and Camille - leaving an easy path way to move between stores. What a fabulous idea! So after perusing through some journals and books (e.g. "Worst Case Scenario - Break Up Book - hehe ... like how to deal with a tatoo of your ex's name! =P), I meandered over to the cards and jewelry section..oh and the toys section. They have Futurama dolls! How cool is that? It's like this store took pop culture art, squeezed it through a blender and mixed it with a dash of retro vintage. And viola! You have Marz. =) I didn't buy anything since I was just biking through the neighborhood. But next time I'm around, I'm sure to stop by here to see what new oddities Marz may hold. =) read more

Lovely local owned shop recommended by Amy at Society of the Spectacle on York. It is a treasure trove of beautiful, thoughtful gifts including cards (letterpress which are favorites), books, jewelry, candles, and other presents. I purchased a necklace and a small Ganesh figurine which also resonated with one of the staff as she was wearing a lovely necklace adorned with Ganesh's likeness. Terrific shopping experience and enjoyed moreso by the outstanding customer service. Please support your local shops by shopping local! read more

This boutique is the cutest lil place east of west. Hehehehehe. They have some way cool books and out of the ordinary gifts, cards and gift wrapping/bags. I go mainly for the Naked Bee and Mistral body products. Naked Bee makes this bomb ass body lotion in a Sandalwood scent to die for! Marz is the only shop I've been able to find it at. The sales lady is very friendly and will do her best to assist you in gift shopping. Marz is really close to the corner of Fair Oaks, which is home to Fair Oaks Pharmacy and Soda Fountain. If you haven't been to that soda fountain, you're missing out. So I suggest you go to Marz, then off for an ice cream down the corner. Yummers! read more

The carry a nice collection of birthday and holiday greeting cards. This is a good place to get them if you don't want the mainstream cards you get at Target or Rite Aid. read more

Such a fun place to browse--perfect for last-minute gifts. Beautiful selection of Christmas items. But the thing that I love most are the papier mâché animal trophies. Then again, they're my thing. read more

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This has always been the go to shop for gifts, unique items, and during Covid; just joy. Thank you.

Ordered a mug and never received. Got the runaround for 3 months going back and forth with customer service just asking to cancel order and refund since item obviously got lost in the mail. Never resolved. Do not purchase from them!! read more

i don't like shopping much. it takes a lot to get me to go into a store, much less be a repeat customer. with marz, it's all about repetition. loved them when they were on south fair oaks, and love their new location as well. an eclectic mix of fun and funky books, toys, cards, and unique finds. looking for something different, go take a look at marz. read more

I love the decor in this store. I always visit this store as well as the two clothing stores next door when I'm in this area. I feel a little bad for leaving a one-star review but I agree that not all the items are as unique in this store. Today I bought a scarf that was priced $130, which I was okay with thinking I was getting something unique enough. The disappointment came when I got home and realized that was not the case. The same scarf can be purchased on Amazon for less than half the price. Sure enough, I'd like to return the scarf to Marz, but of course I see the receipt says they will only take store credit. I understand it's not easy to maintain small businesses, but the mark-up is simply outrageous. Customer service is okay. I wouldn't say they are super warm to new customers. Sorry, but will not be purchasing at the store again. read more

Marz is one of my favorite stores to go gift shopping in and I can't help but get something for myself while I'm there. During the holidays it's my first stop! They have these socks that are my absolute favorite... I get so many compliments when I wear them. If you live near by or you're visiting the area it's a must... truly a lovely store! Also if you're home quarantined and want to get something from the store they're doing deliveries for people living in the area! They did this for me and it made my day. read more

I love this shop, have gone for years (back when it was on Fair Oaks Ave.). Very eclectic, fun selection of goodies. I always find at least one thing I cannot leave without. I love to go at Halloween to see what they have in skulls, spiders, bats & black cats. And it smells so nice too. read more

Always inspiring! I love wandering this store - such an eclectic selection and the owner's knack for displays and merchandising is stunning. I almost always find something for someone when I go in (yeah, that someone is often me). Gifts I've found include a silver Thai offering tray, a vintage Chinese lantern, baby gifts, books, soaps and lotions in beautiful packaging, etc. And I always leave happy and, somehow, feeling better about the world. Funny how beauty can do that... read more

My favorite gift shop in the area!! I can't go in here without buying something. Unique items and the gift wrapping is adorable. Customer service has always been above and beyond for me, and I'm a regular. read more

Ok customer service. But the selection of cards was great and they had a lot of random decor that was cute. The jewelry was cute but way over priced for not even being real. read more

I love this place. The buyer for the store does a fantastic job. Every time I've gone I've loaded up on their cards and bought a few things for the home. Also the stock seems to rotate on a regular basis. So if you haven't been in a month or two, you might see a whole new store. read more

I super love this store but the salesperson seem to be so unhappy with her job. Every time I'm there and looking around,I feel like she cant wait for me to leave.I feel like this store has great potential if only she was a bit friendly. Happy things and unhappy person just don't go together! read more

Oh my goodness! I love this place, another random find that was so worth finding. I haven't seen a place this awesome since paper source. Or even paper chase. Damn, I miss paper chase, but this place is like both of them in one. So I'm totally happy to find a place like this. read more

eh. 3 stars because although it was really cute, everything was just so expensive. for example, it is february 6th today, and their calendars were 50% off... but that made them $10. What. What. Whaaaat?! Hahaha. Marz is a cute shop, it's just really high end and it has a bunch of random items. cute items, but i think because everything is from local venders, things just cost more. cards are around $5, there were cute post it tabs that were $6.50, so those are prices you can expect here. but it is a very cute shop, and everything is laid out pretty cutely! read more