Zillymonkey is one of my favorite go to gift shops for my Miffy and Monchichi loving friends!!…read more The store has a variety of many different items/characters as well as a gashapon machine! Everything is so cute, it's hard not to shop for yourself as well! The owners are truly the sweetest. Every time I come they will gladly provide any recommendations to find the perfect gift! I was looking for a Miffy plush and they helped me find the one! The owners are also very knowledgeable about all their products as they informed me that the specific teddy material I grabbed was being discontinued so this was the last chance to grab it! Parking is plentiful as it's located in the Irvine Skypark business center!

Zilly has a great Milly selection -- anything from themed cups to baby rattlers…read more The store was well put together and had a good atmosphere walking in. The service was friendly. My favorite part here was that when I checked out, the items I picked up were swapped with fresher versions without the price tag sticker. This made it easy to prep as gifts. Will be coming back for more stickers (and hopefully for any Pochacco restock).

Mai Do is a specialty store inside the Costa Mesa Mitsuwa. This cute little store has so many fun…read morethings!! I love just coming here and seeing all of the goodies. The prices are pretty fair, with specialty items from Japan literally all over the store. There is so much to look at! I recently came to get a new journal, and I was thoroughly surprised by the selection. The service is super nice, as they always help out and package everything nicely. Overall, Mai Do is a great option for cute and fun Japanese things!

I've been coming here for years to buy gifts for all occasions…read more However, They dont care about customer service in any capacity. They Wouldn't accept my return on an unused, brand new with tags item because I didnt have my receipt. I understand my responsibility to have a proof of purchase. However to not even have an exchange or store credit offered when clearly the item still had their original price tags on it is absurd. They could have issued me store credit, charged a restocking fee, and they would still have us as customers. Store credit would not only guarantee a return customer, but it would also show ' good faith ' and appreciation to their customers. We wont be returning. And im sure thats exactly what they wanted given how they treat people.

When I think of this stationery space, I think small but mighty. I absolutely love Pen Pals because…read morethey are a place of comfort for me as someone who loves stationery supplies and all things cute. The prices are competitive and fair, and the shop puts tremendous care into curating the items they offer to those who love stationery, stickers, and cute things. And the service has always been so warm, welcoming, and encouraging. I've had the privilege of knowing Matt, Sandy, and Aja since they were 'Plant Matter' and now they're Pen Pals. There aren't alot of stationery places as it is, so I am so glad that this shop exists. Word from a carrier pigeon is that the Pen Pals will have an expansion of a brick and mortar store soon, and I can't wait for them to finally announce the location and be open with even more selection of goods. I frequent this place often to scout for stickers, and Pen Pals never disappoints.

Pen Pals is located at The Labs Anti-Mall in two of the cutest airstream trailers, next to the Nook…read moreCoffee Shop. The airstream trailers have a well-curated selection of stationary supplies, stickers, cards, and much more. Though it is a small shop, they have limited supply but it is reasonably priced. I'm looking forward to coming back when I'm in the area again. They also have fun mirrors to take selfies in with your friends & 'pen pals'!

Saw this place on TikTok and came by to look at the jellycat selection. They had a decent stock of…read morejellycats and a huge variety of other stuffed animals! Very cute shop to stop by if you want a gift for someone or yourself.

DO NOT BUY JELLYCATS HERE!…read more I've purchased Jellycats from many different places, and this is the only store that has sold me a defective item. I contacted their customer service only 40 hours after purchase and provided my card purchase proof along with a photo of the defect. Instead of receiving actual help, I was told they needed the "actual receipt" which I did not get because it was a keychain. Now they expect me to drive over 40 minutes back to the store to return a defective item, and even then, only if they can find the purchase in their system. Very disappointing customer service and overall experience and the only place that seems to be getting OLD/DEFECTED jellycat.

What a lovely little gem I found! Great gifts, stickers, school supplies from Japan, and…read morebeautifully dried flowers! The owner is fun and loves to chat. He worked with me because I wanted different flowers than were in the bouquets and was so kind. I love the ones I chose!! Groovy things to look at as well. I loved all the school supplies from Japan from his friends company!! I've homeschooled for 18 yrs so I'm drawn to these items. What fabulous gifts and fun place to visit!! Wishing him and his wife great success!

I came to SEED People's for the first time this weekend when visiting The Camp shopping area. I was…read morevery impressed by the size and selection! The store is 2 stories and they sell everything from home goods, cards, gifts, clothes for the whole family and much more! As a creative person who studied fashion merchandising, their displays were everything to me. It reminded me a little of Anthropology, with more of a boho/hippy vibe. The whole store is extremely visually appealing and has a "hangout vibe". It is the perfect store for this area. It totally goes with the theme. The staff are super friendly and helpful too! Can't wait to go back!

I really dislike leaving negative reviews for small businesses, but I hope the owner sees this. I…read morevisited the store today to buy a gift for my son and for my business partner. We picked up a vest that was clearly marked at $160. When we went to pay, the cashier told my wife the price was actually $200. We understand that pricing mistakes can happen -- that wasn't the issue. What disappointed us was the attitude. Instead of explaining the situation kindly or apologizing for the confusion, the employee was dismissive and rude. Unfortunately, that interaction really affected our experience and made us reconsider returning. I hope management can address the customer service aspect, because the store carries great products and has a lot of potential.

Love at first sight!…read more First time at a fountain pen store and I was completely mesmerized by the experience. I was able to test pens and inks and in the end came out with a new TWSBI Eco, journal and two iroshizuku inks!

I had been incredibly excited to visit this stationery store, since I heard good things about the…read moreplace. If one is looking for fountain pens, all kinds of different pens, journals, pencil pouches, and greeting cards, this would be the spot to check out. However, I felt that the store didn't have as much cute vinyl stickers, washi tapes, or cute journaling stickers in general for someone who loves those things like me. I did feel that overall, the prices were fair. Parking can be challenging, given the area is in downtown Santa Ana. The shop is also smaller than i had expected. I didn't talk to nor encounter any associates, so I can't speak about the services.

Best customer service! Jessica helped with my transactions today. She went above and beyond by…read morereminding me about my rewards that were about to expire, advice on some products, and made sure to answer all my questions. Her friendliness, positivity, hospitality, and thoughtfulness will be remembered. Thank you, Jessica!! Jennifer and Sara also gave us a warm greeting and excellent customer service as well. Love how this location always makes my family and I feel like family from the moment we enter thanks to the fabulous team here!!

I LOVE coming to World Market, especially during their Easter and Nutcracker hunts! They hide four…read moregift cards twice a day with values of $20, $50, or even $100, which makes it feel like a real-life treasure hunt. It's definitely not guaranteed you'll find one, but when you do... it's SUCH an amazing, euphoric feeling. Totally worth it! Even without the hunt, it's a super fun place to explore, but these events make it even more exciting and give you a reason to keep coming back. Highly recommend joining in on the fun!

I purchased an expensive Nambe salad bowl with wooden and silver tongs. The sales associate was…read morewonderful and wrapped it in bubble wrap since I was taking it to SF. I held the gift at my seat on the plane. When we opened it at my son's house the tongs were chipped. I immediately called the store and they said they would call manufacturer . They never called me Back. I had to call again and they said they would call back. Never did. Bottom line I should have gone to Bloomingdale's. Despite the cordial nature of the owner and his partner they didn't offer any compensation nor did they even have the courtesy to get back in touch with me. Brandon finally called once he read my two negative reviews. Almost two weeks to the day when I called him. Again, the item was defective and no recourse was offered to me. His response consisted of blaming me for carelessness in transit. Absolutely nothing true.

What a delightful little shop!!!! How cute!!! Phenomenal customer service! Shoutout to Val! She was…read moredarling! In this unique store, they have candles, room sprays, diffusers, home decor, handbags, slippers, an array of jewelry that is very exclusive, and other accessories and gifts. Although, this store is pricey, it's Newport Beach what else!?!? Need a very nice quick gift to give, this place is your go-to! Lovely selection, and insanely clean and well organized shop! Parking can be difficult! Go just before opening hours. Highly recommended! You bet, I'm coming back!!! Thanks so much! LOVED!!!!!

Small shop, but excellent selection of items from all over. They specialize in home goods and have…read moresome beautiful pottery and blankets, and also have a lot of camping type products that can be used for everyday. There always seems to be something that catches my eye, from a stainless steel espresso cup, to various pour overs, to titanium utensil sets, to a string of mini lights, to a portable smoker, to garden tools. All are high quality and priced fairly. I could go on and on.... Haven't even come close to the variety. Worth a look see.

Amazing store packed full of fun items from camping to gardening. Many items are made in Japan…read more(i.e. Snow Peak) so of the finest quality and craftsmanship. The store operators are so pleasant and welcoming! It's so refreshing to feel their gratitude and appreciation when you purchase from them. My review is for the Costa Mesa store at SOCO. For some reason, my location is tagged for NorCal.