Mont Blanc

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Inside Westfield Valley Fair
Santa Clara, CA 95050

serbelle i. writes: -love it! love it! love it!
-hi to Larisa
-engraving cost 35/pen but so worth it (in vegas it was only 25/pen)
-quality
-nice sales people, no snooty attitudes
-fun asking for what the most expensive thing in the store is
-refills are bout 6 bucks a pop…

Abercrombie Kids

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Space B441
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Tiffany T. writes: If you ignore the snobby and unhelpful workers, this store has a lot of great casual clothes for kids and petite/slim people like me.  I like that their clothes are priced half as much as the adult store and yet look very similar.

The North Face

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Shinette G. writes: they're so damn helpful its annoying.

Restoration Hardware

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Sue Ann D. writes: I freaking love Restoration Hardware!  I wanted to setup a wedding registry there, but then was kindly reminded by my hubby, that 3 registries was plenty of choices for our friends and family :)  
Boo..................

(sigh....) well, he was right but…

C-28

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Archie R. writes: Holy shit.

No, really, HOLY shit.

Those deviant decision makers at the Catholic church have decided to infiltrate pop culture (or at least try to) by opening up a "hip" clothing store.

I usually have a 6th sense when it comes to this sort of thing.  

I…

Lenscrafters

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Barb B. writes: Got my glasses in about an hour....the next day but I'm still okay with that. They have consistently gotten my prescription right, unlike the large mega-HMO  who I suspect is trying to fuck up my eyes for years of me coming back with eye…

The Alameda Archives

2251 The Alameda
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Eric R. writes: It's closed. They merged with a place downtown, and then they pulled out because the owner just couldn't keep it afloat. It's a damn shame,

Lucky Brand Dungarees

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Laleh E. writes: Pretty much all of my clothes have been purchased at a sale price, and I don't go to the mall ever, because it's so dreadfully tempting to consider buying clothes I just don't need.  But I wanted to reward myself with some nice jeans for once, and so…

Illuminations

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Store A071
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Mila N. writes: I was a crazy woman walking into Illuminations today.  I was on a mission to get my dear friend Wendy a birthday present under 5 minutes.  Thankfully it 's easy to do that in this place.  There is always the latest tea lights, votive holders,…

Solstice

2855 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Valley Fair Mall
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Evelyn K. writes: The first time I went to a Solstice  store was at the outlets in Gilroy.   I tried on a Gucci sunglasses and liked it, but the lens was a bit too large for my face.   And I've never spent that much on sunglasses before.

Decided to go searching on…

Pottery Barn

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Valley Fair Mall
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Vicky L. writes: Perhaps I'm a little biased, considering I do spend quite a bit of time in this store. The staff for the most part are friendly, depending on who you work with. Furniture products can be a bit "traditional" upper East Side looking, but all the pieces…

Australian Products Co

3680 Stevens Creek Blvd
Ste A
Santa Clara, CA 95117

ali c. writes: I came here the other day and my friend and I noticed a lot of their products were expired!!  I guess that is what you get with a specialty store?  Kind of sketch if you ask me.. Down to 3 stars!!

Papyrus

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Rachel R. writes: I happen to love browsing Papyrus for their great collection of journals and the strange collection of knick knacks (little books, writing books, funny erasers) near the counter.  I own every travel journal they carry: http://ode.reinyday.co...  If…

Goettelmanns Gary Ryans Sport Shop

1171 Homestead Rd
Ste 125
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Flor D. writes: "If it ain't broke...then don't try to fix it..."  No...I am not quoting Will Smith via his "Summertime" song, but I am quoting one of the owners at Ryan's Sport Shop.  Although Running revolution had some 50+ reviews and a reputation for "filming…

Guess

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
# 1067
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Cynthia C. writes: I remember the height of the Guess trend: late-80s and early-90s.  People, I'm bringing it back!  The last few years, I've been shopping here, they really have chic, body-conscious, hot stuff!  I'm impressed with the quality of materials, great…

Starving Musician

3427 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Nathaniel M. writes: I worked there. for a while. before that though, I was a customer for about 5-6 years.

as a past employee, i will say, in response to other reviews:
-employees do stay up late. often. maybe too late. maybe they come in hung over even. it happens. I'm…

20/20 Eye Club

2794 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051

ceana k. writes: Talk about a great selection of frames - Chanel, Prada, Bulgari, Dior, Cartier - just to name a few.  Yes they have other brands - but with insurance - why not go for the more expensive ones? Besides you'll look sooo cool with your REAL Chanel…

Ancient Stones Mineral Makeup

2290 El Camino Real
Mountain View, CA 94040

abigail b. writes: This address is wrong! I believe that they are in Mnt View and Santa Cruz. Don't make the mistake of driving all the way to this address like I did! :-O

Gap

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95053

Archie R. writes: Given that I am going to be on the road for the next decade, I decided to pick up a couple essentials at Gap.  

This place is getting lamer every year.  Besides those RED shirts, there is no difference between Gap and Old Navy.  

Regardless, I have…

White House/Black Market

2955 Stevens Creek Blvd
Valley Fair Mall
Santa Clara, CA 95053

Bree S. writes: LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this store.  Clothes are cute.  Jewelry is cute.  Shoes are cute.  It is a little pricey but such good clothes.  Had to dock them one star though because their customer service is AWFUL.

Best of Everything

1540 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Pumpkin K. writes: This is a great place to come when you are stuck for a good present. Yummy smelling candles, offbeat baby stuff, soft chenille robes, candle holders and vases, offbeat dinnerware, vinyl placemats... I could go on. I spend a lot of time here picking…

The Vault Gallery

1339 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Sara O. writes: My cousin bought an awesome wedding band at the Vault 14 years ago.  The same artist still sells his jewelry there, so I decided to check it out.

The stuff in this store is beautiful and unique, but I was supremely annoyed by the service.  The…

Lenz Arts

142 River St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Shari D. writes: This is definitely a stopping place for me when I visit downtown. When I was an art student, I used to come here all the time! The staff are helpful and friendly. The selection is great. All kinds of media can be bought here... it's just a little bit…

Old School Shoes

1017 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Mark B. writes: This place is pretty fly. I can always find a deal here and they stock shoes you're not gonna see at Macy's. It can be hard for me to find shoes there sometimes because I have big ass feet but most of the time they are in stock and I've always gotten…

Bead It

1325 Pacific Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Thomas B. writes: Nifty little store, with friendly and helpful staff and some nice vibes, to boot.  I was in Santa Cruz on Black Friday with my best bud and his fiancee and his mother; they were going to the Vault to order a matching band for her engagement ring.…

Another Bike Shop

2361 Mission St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Sal T. writes: Awesome Mt. Bike shop. Easily the best around. Friendly, knowledgable staff, top notch mechanics, and the best high-end parts selection. Recommend to anyone who rides.

Skateworks

1125 Pacific Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Hex I. writes: Pretty good selection, knowledgable staff, and they had Supra Skytops with Slap Magazines on the side.

You know it is a good shop when the logo is a reference to Star Wars and you can walk out flyer than how you came in by about 800 points.

Avatar Imports

814 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Lisa J. writes: This place has fair trade goods from Tibet.  Amazing stuff - great designs - good people all around.
Shop there - it's like giving a donation for a better world.

The Swift Stitch

402 Ingalls St #12
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Maryanne R. writes: Funky yarn shop.  I want to move in so I can plop down on some of that mod furniture and knit hedgehogs all day.  You have to see these hedgehogs.  They do a whole class devoted to the knitted hedgehog.  I think I'm going to have to take it.  Along…

Cameron Marks Boutique

402 Ingalls St
# 7
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Maryanne R. writes: Adorable and modern at the same time.  

I was on my way to another shop in the same complex and got completely sidetracked by this shop.  The place sucked me in with it's window display and open door.  The boutique feels European with the array of…

Mackerilla Design

402 Ingalls St
Ste 5B
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

janice s. writes: If you want a cool fabric bag. this is the place to go to!!
I can make you a custom design or you can choose and modify one of my styles!!!!

Hat Company of Santa Cruz

1346 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Shari D. writes: I love trying on hats here. They have lots of mirrors, enough for everyone in the store to check out their cuteness. They also have some really cute hats, knit, funky scarves, gloves, etc... My sister found a cute hat for about $20, and I found a…

Super Silver Santa Cruz

106 Lincoln St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

vicky t. writes: This is a rant nine years in the making

I @#$@#$#@#  DON'T WEAR SILVER I AM @#$@#$@# ALLERGIC

Back to my review
I DISLIKE IT when folks repeatedly ask if I want to go in for a sale... But I have made purchases there for birthday gifts. They do have an…

Glass Roots

2015 N Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Hex I. writes: This is the greatest smoke shop I have ever been to. Ever. I've been to many in SF, many in SC, many in SLO, but none have compared to this place.

Every piece I have purchased from this place lasts me a long time. The designs are amazing, and the…

Inner Journey

222 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

F F. writes: Very good, karmic atmosphere and a store deep respect for all religions, in supplement with Moonfyre Metaphysical in Campbell, Ca.  Very professional staff and a plethora of information. This store also has classes on all unknown subjects.

This store…

Gap Kids

120 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Joanne V. writes: This location probably has the largest selection of Babygap Clothing and GapKids clothing aside from the SF downtown store.  I love how you can find nearly anything here...

The one down fall with this store is, well it's in Los Gatos and needless to…

Wilson Leather Outlets

464 Great Mall Dr
Milpitas, CA 95035

Vanessa J. writes: I don't know why I'm letting the cat out of the bag -- but this place is da bomb! There was a huge sale -- 75% off clearance. I ended up buying 6 bags. All leather. All super fashionable. I get alot of compliments from friends whenever I show off my…

Hot Stuff

56 N Saratoga Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Yvonne C. writes: *One star for a wide selection of slutty attire.
*One star for the penis pops and other edible novelties.
*One star for the inflatable dates and farm animals.
*One star for the selection of whips, chain, and other bondage items.
*One star for the…