California Drawstrings

We met the owner, Linda, of this store one night at a fabulous restaurant called Sycamore House (separate review to follow). We spoke with her at length about her business and love for New Orleans and Bay St. Louis. She was personable and interesting and invited us to visit her shop the next day so we did.

Imagine my surprise when one of the salesgirls knew who we were right away. Apparently Linda had told her we might be stopping in and to take care of us. Wow. That's spectacular customer service. As for the shop...imagine flowing, linen and thin soft cotton pieces similar to what you'd find at a beachy resort. All very upscale and classy pieces that will last a long time. While I wasn't in store to get anything of that nature I did buy a beautiful necklace that makes me smile every time I see it.

Oh and guys, there's something here for you as well. In the middle of the shoes, jewelry and purses there's a room named the Man Cave complete with sports on the television and complimentary beer. So you've got no excuse not to tag along with your lady to this place at all. Perfect.

I moved to the gulf 4 years ago and have spent thousands at this store making it the store of my choice. It is a little pricey...but beautiful beachy clothes and great variety. HOWEVER, I am sad to say I wont be shopping here ever again. I purchased 2 shirts and a pair of earrings for a trip I was leaving on the next day. The first shirt was 94.00 and I could buy a second for 50% off. I really wasnt interested but the sales lady talked me into it. The second shirt was going to be a gift but it did not fit. Upon returning from my trip (like 2 weeks later) I tried to return the second shirt and matching earrings and the sales lady would not take it back stating no returns or refunds on sale items. After she saw my surprise she said she would "do me a favor basically", and let me exchange it. I did not find anything that I wanted to exchange for. I asked for a gift card so I could come back in a month when they had some more of their fall clothes in and was told no...I could not exchange a sale item. Grrrr. Byer beware of their insanely strict policies. Ask or be certain before you buy. Guess you cant buy gifts for people here because i don't know if they would be able to return or exchange them. I could see if I had come back 30 days. I even HAD THE TAGS STILL ATTACHED, THE RECEIPT AND IN THEIR ORIGINAL BAG.....
Terrible terrible store policies.