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Romance Etc
Category: Shopping Flowers & Gifts Florists Florists [Edit]
5209 E 2nd StLong Beach, CA 90803
(562) 439-5372
- Hours:
Mon-Thu, Sun 10 am - 9 pm
Fri-Sat 10 am - 10 pm
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
23 reviews for Romance Etc
Review Highlights
"Great knick-knacks for bridal showers or weddings."
(in 4 reviews)
"They have fresh flowers, jewelry, books, trinkets, etc."
(in 9 reviews)
"It's a bit pricey but you get unique, quality items."
(in 4 reviews)
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23 reviews in English
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Review from Cutie C.
Long Beach, CA
9/14/2011 5 Check-ins Here
This place has awesome little knick-knacks and great scented candles. It is pricey but so far all of the products ive purchased are worth the cost.
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Review from JENNIFER N.
Redondo Beach, CA
6/17/2011
This place has the cutest and gorgeous things!!
It's one of those shops that makes you feel good when you walk in. Or if you are feeling depressed, it'll temporary distract you and you might feel a bit of a relief when you walk out. lol
I always end up buying something small and something I don't need like candle, room spray, etc. when I walk in to this shop It's just too hard to resist. Things are on a bit on the pricey side but just can't resist. -
Review from Mary N.
Los Alamitos, CA
7/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
Great selection for gifts and homegoods - i ALWAYS find something i LOVE here be it jewelry, a new soap or lotion, home fragrance, or even Bridal Party gifts.
and the staff is VERY friendly.
a bit on the pricey side but the goods are truly unique and high quality. -
Review from Chris Y.
6/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
Cozy little shop. My wife & I were window shopping in the area and happened to stumble upon this place while we were walking.
I liked all the knick-knacks & curios they had on display. A couple of items that caught my eye were some old-fashion iron keys & a brass ship captain's telescope,
Kind of a fun place to check out if you're looking for hand-crafted jewelry, candles, fragrances, or interesting table pieces. -
Review from Jen S.
Long Beach, CA
1/25/2011
I had a great experience in this store. The sales associates are not pushy and do not annoyingly follow you around while you're shopping. I asked for assistance in looking for a locket as a gift for my mom and Kim helped me out immediately.
They had a good-sized selection of lockets at a wide price range. I had been shopping for the perfect locket for a few months now-it was a thank you for being there with the birth of my son, Jacob. I ended up finding the perfect smaller locket with an owl on it (yes, random) that I knew my mom would love.
Weird, but my mom's name is Kim (as was the sales associates name) and my son's name is Jacob (as was the sales associates son's name). They both have a weird obsession with owls too...it was a truly unique experience!
Tips:
1. Don't come here with a big group, massive stroller, or kids that cannot keep their hands to themselves as there are a lot of breakables and smaller isles.
2. Do come here with your girlfriends after lunch or dinner on 2nd street.
3. This is a great place to get meaningful, romantic, unique gifts for that someone special in your life.
4. There is something for every price range. -
Review from Christy L.
Ventura, CA
3/10/2010 3 Check-ins Here
Love this store!! Beautiful baubles....
It's a little pricey but they have some gorgeous things. The staff was super friendly, the Godiva truffles were so cute and yummy, the jewelry was pretty, the bath soaps smelled like heaven and they even had a few things for guys.
I'll be frequenting this store often. -
Review from Corinne L.
Sacramento, CA
3/7/2008
Romance Etc. is right next door to Maison Femme, another of my favorite Belmont Shore shops. In fact, there's a little passageway at the back that takes you between the two stores. Kinda nifty, I thought.
Like its neighbor Maison Femme, the merch is rather pricey, but it's absolutely beautiful to look at. There are candles, fragrances, furniture, flasks, housewares, jewelry, a few coffee-table-type books, tchochkes, and other items. Another reviewer said they didn't get the "romance" part of the name...I think it's more the 14th century definition of romance, not 21st century. But I'm kind of a dork about that sort of thing. -
Review from Monica H.
Huntington Beach, CA
9/13/2011
Awesome! i called them day of for a bouquet for my mom. they had it delivered 2 hours later! And, it looked like it cost at least 3 times as much. The detail in thew flower arrangement was simply stunning!
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Review from Andrea L.
10/23/2008
I had my wedding flowers done by this shop on 10/18/08. This store has fresh flowers in the front and a refrigerated flower section inside, but you would never imagine the artist that is Deborah (the owner and florist). My center pieces were amazing. They were so beautiful everyone was talking about them all night. My wedding bouquet was exactly what i wanted as were the bouquets for my brides maids. She has gorgeous stands for the center pieces and hurricanes with sea glass and long burning candles and any other fabulous decoration you can think of. My husband and i are so pleased with the job she did. I also appreciated that she was willing to work with my budget and had creative and beautiful ideas that help keep costs down.
Another perk is the sister store right next door- Maison Femme. I found the most beautiful lingerie for my wedding night. There is a darling little bridal part of the store in the back- has great stuff for brides and bridal party. I love love love this store, the owner, and the flower services offered. Really a brides dream! -
Review from Katherine M.
Orange, CA
9/14/2010
I never got the chance to do business here because the lady I spoke to on the phone was so rude I refuse to give them my business. She was talking to someone else the whole time she was on the phone with me and she cut me off to say she really had to go when she's the one that called me. She shouldn't have called me if she didn't have time to answer my questions. When I told her I was concerned about the size of the bouquet in comparison to my body size, she laughed and said that was stupid. So unprofessional and so rude. I really cant believe it was a recommended vendor. However, I'm giving it 2 stars because the prices were decent.
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Review from Leighs A.
Irvine, CA
11/5/2007
Great local customer service. Have been meaning to write about my experience here as it is over the top. I was buying my latest great set of earrings here that had pearls, silver strands that looked like coral all dangling from a great hoop & some of their body butter which really does make my skin sing from all these warm windy days.
When I was trying on their jewelry here, I took off my ring to try on a couple of shiny new ones. Well, I got distracted and accidentally left my diamond ring that my father had given to me on their counter! Its not much of a diamond as its more like a chip, but it has a ton of meaning for me as my parents got me that ring when they renewed their 25th anniversary wedding vows. I know, yes - its cheesy but I love it. Anyhoo, I didn't realize that precious ring wasn't on my finger until I was done w/ my dinner salad down the street at a restaurant with friends. I FREAKED! Well, I ran back down 2nd Street, and the store clerk said, "We were thinking you'd be back soon!" and handed me back my precious ring! Can you believe it? I wouldn't even be able to explain to my father how I carelessly lost that ring. Well I sent a thank you card to the owner praising the store clerk that had helped me, and they sent me a thank you email back for the thank you card. Awww, the cycle of niceness just does not stop!
Come here for the great finds of martini glasses, fun jewelry, great candles, heavenly body butters.... but even more so that this is such a great 2nd Street / Long Beach business!
They also deliver beautiful flower arrangements. My company always uses them to send the congratulatory bouquets to clients/employees and they are over the top fabulous. -
Review from tania j.
San Diego, CA
12/19/2007
i walked in and was immediately overwhelmed and charmed by the well-chosen selection of merchandise. the displays are so intricate and they have so much that i was planning to explore the store for a while, gaze at all the unique gifts, and plan out what to get who for christmas.
the charm quickly wore off, though as my partner and i were both followed through the store, tag teamed by employees, and asked literally ten times in 15 minutes if they could help us with anything. we both appreciate helpful and available customer service, but seriously, this was a directed and planned assault.
the last few times we were asked (separately and together), i felt like calling them on it--really, what was it? that my partner and i are queer and unwelcome in their store? did we look too poor to buy anything from them? (hell, we were even bathed and dressed nicely!) is it that i look "ethnic"? did we seem like we going to steal something? rather than yell, "back the fuck off, bitch" at the woman who looked like she could have been the owner, we looked at each other, shook our heads, and left abruptly. too bad they chased us away--i was looking to spend some money in that place. i won't go back now. -
Review from MaRISA Y.
Sunnyvale, CA
8/6/2010 1 Check-in Here
I really wish I can come here more often. This place rocks!!
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Review from Angie C.
7/8/2007
Fantastic selection of delicate/intricate jewelry here, from the gunmetal-look of thin stacked rings to the multi-faceted jewels that glisten from necklaces and bracelets. It's a bit pricey, yes, but the quality is really good. I guess the store is named "Romance etc" because there's a small but pleasant selection of flowers in a fridgerated room to the back, a fridge near the front displaying Godiva chocolates, and lots of knick knacks for the home (lavender-scented lotions, coral room decorations, etc) . Good stuff.
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Review from Mariegrace M.
Long Beach, CA
2/22/2010
This place is soooo cute! This is another store on 2nd St. that makes me feel like walking into a fairy tale. They have so many beautiful items and gifts. They have fresh flowers, jewelry, books, trinkets, etc. but some items are a little expensive. They also sell Godiva chocolates in here too, and have a case of truffles. They have an upstairs loft with some items for babies and also for...intimate time. The employees were friendly and attentive asking if I needed help with anything. This is definitely a cute store to get something for your significant other.
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Review from Benjamin M.
Palo Alto, CA
1/1/2007
Etc. seems to be the main focus of this store. I don't understand the romance part at all. This seems like a good place to buy gifts: there are lots of nick-nacks, candles, cards, coffee-table books, and other small things you might decorate your house with. Everything is a bit pricey though, so I wouldn't do tons of decoration shopping here for myself.
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Review from Rinne R.
Union City, CA
6/16/2006
a heavenly place full of sweet-smelling candles and other goodies for your home and that special someone. my fave scents were the tuberose and the champagne ....
hey, i have to get a souvenir for my condo, too! -
Review from Nicole O.
Asbury Park, NJ
11/26/2007
I love going into this place because I dream about decorating my apartment with everything in it! I have bought a lot of gifts from here. I love their handmade cross bottles & framed crosses. They have beautiful Christmas ornaments right now and it always smells lovely in there. Great knick-knacks for bridal showers or weddings. The staff is always friendly and helpful. It's a bit pricey but you get unique, quality items.
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Review from Leslie C.
Long Beach, CA
4/2/2008
I love this place. Yes, it is a bit pricey, but since a majority of the items in the store are unique it's worth it. My favorite thing to do when I walk in the store is to browse the jewelry displayed in different antique cases. The sales people and owners are always cheerful and helpful in suggesting items suitable for gift giving.
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Review from Joshua R.
West Covina, CA
4/18/2010
Amazing!!! Bought flowers for engagement night and they had them on the table at the restaurant waiting for us. Beautiful flowers. Great, fast, and friendly service. HIGHLY recomend. Made our night extremely special. Got many compliments. Great! A++++
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Review from smiley S.
Oceanside, CA
11/1/2010
This boutique is simply fabulous!! The florist does amazing work!! She did the flowers for my friends wedding and they were beautiful. The boutique is located in a cute shopping center in Long Beach called Belmont Shores. In addition to having a wide range of season flowers the boutique has a variety of unique items. They have cards, books and great baby shower gifts upstairs. Then they have unique jewelry, home decor and other cool stuff. This is my go to shop for unique gifts for weddings, baby showers, in-laws, birthdays and .of course Christmas. Not to mention their Godiva chocolate and wine accessories selection for that perfect romantic evening
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Review from emi r.
Santa Ana, CA
1/24/2010
The store is cute and I would probably go more than once a year if it wasn't for the service. The employees are super rude. I came in and they looked me up and down and didnt even ask if I needed help. They followed me around the store just because I had my 7 year old with me. Seriously, I spend much more on my kid than anyone so if they want customers, they need to improve their service skills. We initially went in to get some soaps and some godiva chocolate and came out with nothing. Won't ever go there again!
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Review from Louise M.
Long Beach, CA
4/8/2007
I can always find a gift here, at least for my mom or a girlfriend. Little luxuries abound. A little pricey. Their flowers are very nice but overpriced... seems to be open fairly late which is good when you are prowling the boulevard...
