We were hoping by going with a local store we would get great service and a superior product to the big box shade companies but unfortunately, we paid top dollar and the shades were mismeasured; we received shades (that are beautiful material btw!) But were too small to cover the windows completely. They were measured for inside mount when we had specified outside mount. At first, the owner agreed to redo the order BUT wanted to charge us additional costs rather than acknowledging the mistake made and providing the correct shades we had paid for. Disappointed by the end result and the customer service we received and that we couldn't find a solution to correct this mistake in the end. read more

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We needed a shade repaired and Patricia was very helpful even though our shade wasn't what they carried. Would go here next time I need a new shade for sure. read more

This the place that has now moved to the top of the list in Montclair for unusual, charming house decorations. They did start off as window blinds primarily but I have been there for tastefully crafted vases, bowls, bags, spectacle cases etc. And then their wonderful gluggy water jugs. There are a lot of places in town to buy greeting cards, but when I want something humorous I go to them. Their staff have the right attitude and you really get rewarded for popping in there to support the local store and see what they've got. read more

I got off to a bad start with my project, to get a motorized shade for my skylight, but in the end I was completely satisfied. The first shade was defective, and then the replacement shade was a bit too short. The third shade also had some problems, which the installer was able to fix. It is now working perfectly. This experience was of course frustrating for Pat, the owner, and her excellent installer. So while I am not happy with the quality control of the company the makes the shade, I have no hesitation to recommend Pat's business. read more

Mix is a fantastic shop in the heart of Oakland's Montclair district. They have interesting jewelry, fun gifts, gorgeous scarves and an outstanding selection of stylish purses. A girl needs a new purse every now and then. The window sported several stylish Issey Miyaki Bao Bao looking bags. Turns out they were inspired by the original which was great for my wallet. I purchased a metallic blue tote. I consider it a homage to the original. I also found a beautiful scarf and eye catching cocktail ring. By the way, it is technically a window covering store which I did not realize until I was almost out the door. I don not need new shades but I will be back to visit Mix. I loved it and look forward to their changing selection. Worth a detour to check it out. read more

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We hired Pat and team to help us select and purchase solar shades for a number of challenging windows and doors. We couldn't be happier. The process was easy, the cost was reasonable, and their service was excellent. I highly recommend you use this local, small business instead of one of the chain corporations or discount shops. read more

Warning! Don't shop here! They sell faulty/defected products and refuse to refund money. I purchased a purse, that lasted one hour and then the strap broke. Owner refuses to accommodate anything other than an exchange. Why would I want another faulty item?!?! I was going to buy my window shades here, thank god I'm only out 50 bucks for the bag. I almost wasted a few thousand bucks on probably faulty shades as well. Buyer beware! read more

Their salesperson was very confident and fairly patient with helping us pick out our window treatment. Also, they have a pretty wide selection. However, we placed our order around April 1st and were told it would arrive in around four weeks (at the latest). We followed up in early May and were told "Apparently the fabric was not in stock when we placed your order, but it is in production now." Although they placed a rush on the order, this led us to believe that they either initially forgot to place our order or were not clearly communicating with us about changes in the production timeline. We've since worked with another company on our remaining windows and can't help but notice the difference. read more

I moved into the neighborhood and wanted to remove the plastic white mini blinds in my house. My friend, Sally told me how important it is to shop in Montclair and support the shops. She suggested to talk to Pat at the shade shop in Montclair village. Next thing I knew Pat was sitting on my couch showing me different fabrics and helped me pick out shades to flow with the colors of my house. Delivery arrived and then the shades were up. If I had any concern about the shades, Pat would rectify any concern promptly. Plus I love the shades! read more

Pat and team were so easy to work with and we love our solar shades! I shopped around online, and while there are more affordable options available, if you do a side by side comparison on like-for-like product the prices are equally competitive. The appointment and install were super easy. They also let us borrow a swatch so we could make sure it fit well at home. read more

Pat and the team at Mix are thoughtful and professional, with the end result no less than a transformation in my house. They are honest -- showing me all price-point options, rather than pushing the most expensive on me -- and they were efficient and respectful of my space when they installed everything. We would definitely call on Mix first with any additional upholstery or window dressing projects. Call them! read more

The staff is extremely knowledgeable and capable, their products are of high quality, and their service is impeccable. It's a perfect fit and a wonderful asset to Montclair. read more

I really wanted to like them and support local business, but had a bad experience. The owner was less than forthright when working with me, and that definitely left a bad taste. I cannot work with those with little to no integrity. Unfortunately, after talking with some others in the village, I was not the only one who had a poor experience. What a shame!!! read more

We recently had a shade installed from Mix Shade and LOVE it! The whole staff was super easy to work with, extremely responsive and did a great job with installation. read more

Very tasteful and unique selection of home furnishing, gifts, jewelry, art and more. Very helpful and friendly staff. Custom blinds and window treatments, leather furniture, hide-a-beds, as well as, professional design services are available. If you are in need a gift for someone special or even someone you do not know that well the Mix staff can help guide you to something special that will make a very positive impression on the recipient. Also, be sure to ask about anything you might be looking for, even if it is not in the store, as the Mix team has unlimited resources in the retail arena and if they can't get (which most likely they can) they might know some one or some place that can. A great addition to "The Village"! read more

Above and beyond. I can't say enough about the customer service at Mix. I purchased a couch (which is amazing) recently and have quite the story to tell. The process of selecting the couch and upholstery was fantastic. For no additional fee, Pat comes to your house with her swatches and helps you find the right configuration and upholstery for your space. Today was delivery day, and the delivery folks (people Mix and Pat have ZERO control of) were already an hour past their four hour delivery window. I called Pat on a panic because I had a commitment I had to leave for. Without missing a beat, she offered to rush to my house and wait for the couch to arrive. Who does that anymore?! What a wonderful store run by really wonderful people. Shop love and support this fantastic addition to Montclair. read more

Pat has excellent eye for details, finds solutions when you didn't know there was one and her installer was great.

We recently purchased shades for our bedroom from Mix. . Unfortunately we experienced delays with products coming from manufacturer and other glitches which made things go slower and made me nervous about final outcome. But Pat's commitment to customer service was exceptional and we are very happy with final result. We loved working with such a great local business. read more

When you buy a new home, your mail box gets inundated with special offers. It just so happened that I got a "welcome to the neighborhood" post card from Pat on the day I was about to go crazy for lack of window coverings in my bedroom and office. My appointment was set for the next business day, in my home. It was about the easiest purchase I have ever made as I needed something basic, that looked good but didn't cost a fortune. when we priced out a couple of options and I went for the lower price - Pat didn't bat an eye or try to sell me more than I wanted. The bonus was that the shades arrived a week earlier than expected. I would recommend Mix and Pat to anyone and everyone who needs window coverings. read more

Nice people, fun purses and knick nacks AND beautiful shade designs! Glad to have you in town.

As a new homeowner, I found Pat to be delightful to work with. She came to my house and told me about the different kinds of shades that would work with what I wanted (privacy in the living room, blocking heat in the kitchen). Several weeks later, the installation person arrived and in a jiffy I had my beautiful shade! I am waiting (to save up some money!) before installing the kitchen shades, but I know I am in good hands. read more

Mix recently installed three shades in my house. I was happy with the whole process. It was good that Pat came out to the house, with her full supply of sample fabrics and window-covering possibilities, so I could see these while looking at my windows too. She got all the details right, and the shades went up yesterday. They look great, and the install process was quick and, for me, completely easy. read more

Just had 19 window shades made. Pat is a wonderful person and extremely knowledgeable about her products. As a designer, she also has very useful ideas and has a great eye. The selection of materials was enormous and of extremely high quality. We shopped around a bit with other vendors and never found the same quality of materials Pat offers. And -- shockingly -- the final purchase price for all these custom shades was less than it would have been through 'discount' vendors. The installation was meticulous. I'm just so thoroughly satisfied with the whole experience. I'd HIGHLY recommend Pat and Mix and Harmonique Design to anyone! read more

We worked with Harmonique on three custom shades in our 1920s-era home. Pat and her installation team really know their product and are a pleasure to work with. On site, Pat takes in information about your needs very quickly and then makes suggestions in a no-nonsense manner that keeps things moving but leaves the time and space for final decisions to be made. She is so swift with her measurements and notes that you might wonder if she got everything, but her efficiency is a result of her experience, and she exudes confidence and competence in her field. Curtis, who installed the shades, was punctual, tidy, experienced, and personable. read more

Excellent service and knowledge about shades. The turn around time between the first consultation and installation far exceeded our expectations. Thanks!! read more