Monterey Bay Area Shopping and Spas Guide

CARMEL

Augustina Leathers
San Carlos & Sixth, Carmel
(831) 626-6353 or (888) LISHMAN
For the ultimate in wearable art, Augustina Leathers features the largest selection and guarantees the best price in North America of Paula Lishman International, the original handknit fur. For custom designs and tailoring, the inhouse design studio creates one-of-akind couture for men and women in leather, suede, and exotic skins. Featuring top designers like Zuki Furs, Jean Crisan, Michael Kors, Zac Posen, Vera Wang, Zandra Rhodes, and Lyn Leather. Augustina also features jewelry collections by Leslie Greene and Jude Frances. Established in 1987. Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Augustina’s Leather
Ocean between Mission & San Carlos, Carmel
(831) 624-1977 or (888) 624-2403
Leather is always in style, and no wardrobe is complete without the basics like a fine leather jacket and sleek leather pants. Our exquisite designer clothing is hand-beaded, hand-painted, hand-knit, or appliquéd by skilled artisans. Top designs by A.B.S., Claude Montana, Ungaro, Charlie Tweedle Hats, Kippy’s and Loro Piana Cashmere. Augustina also carries Northern California’s largest collection of Comstock Heritage buckle sets made of silver and 14K and 18K gold. Established in 1987. Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

B & G Jewelers
Ocean between Dolores & Lincoln, Carmel
(831) 625-2235
Northwest Corner of Ocean & Dolores, Carmel
(831) 625-5710
Three generations of jewelers make this one of Carmel’s longest established, family-owned and -operated jewelry stores. Thirty years ago, Maniyel Agacanyan started this business, and his sons, Peter and Alex, joined him. Maniyel retired in the late ’90s and the business continues to grow as Peter, a GIA Graduate Gemologist, and Alex, a GIA Graduate Designer and Jeweler, combine their traditional Old-World style with modern technology, creativity, and unique design skills. Visit the recently opened estate jewelry shop at the corner of Ocean and Dolores and let the excellent staff help find that perfect piece.

The Barnyard Shopping Village
Highway 1 at Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel
(831) 624-8886
A memorable shopping and dining experience awaits you at The Barnyard Shopping Village. Stroll through our beautiful, showcase gardens and make your way to 50 charming, unique boutique shops nestled in colorful California barns. Eight award-winning international restaurants will impress and satisfy the most discerning palate. You will find exclusive fashion boutiques, home décor stores, specialty jewelers and galleries blending beautifully to create a shopper’s paradise. Plenty of free parking. Easy access from Highway One; take Carmel Valley Road to Carmel Rancho Lane.

Carmel Cashmere and Company
Ocean between Dolores & Lincoln, Carmel
(831) 624-0595; (888) 237-1581
Carmel Cashmere and Company is passionate and dedicated to offering only the finest, purest cashmere knitwear and accessories from Europe. From classic to contemporary, you will find their collection extensive and their knowledgeable staff helpful and friendly. In addition to cashmere, they also offer merino, lambswool, and other natural fibers for women and men as well as custom orders. Owner Kathleen Million brings more than 25 years of experience in the European cashmere industry to Carmel Cashmere and Company.

Conway of Asia
Dolores between Ocean & Seventh, Carmel
(831) 624-3643
Conway of Asia is an exceptional “covered bazaar,” featuring fabulous, hand-woven carpets from the rug-weaving capitals of the world. As a direct importer, owner Peterson Conway has uncovered some of the most magnificent treasures, furniture and artifacts from the once great civilizations of Byzantium and Samarkand to the Mogul palaces of India, Nepal, Tibet, Burma, and Thailand. A visit to Conway of Asia always will be an unforgettable experience. Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The Crossroads Shopping Village
Highway 1 & Rio Rd., Carmel
(831) 625-4106
Nestled against a backdrop of striking beauty, where Carmel Valley meets the sea, discover The Crossroads. Experience an unparalleled selection of dining spots, from the down-home goodness of RG Burgers to the lively atmosphere and regional cuisine of Rio Grill. Shop and dine along flower-filled walkways and enjoy the hospitality of local shopkeepers offering the best in fashion, jewelry, gifts, specialty foods and services to fill your every need. “Discover the Carmel way of life.” Open daily, free parking.

Fourtané Estate and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Corner of Ocean & Lincoln, Carmel
(831) 624-4684
For 57 years, Fourtané has provided the finest in colorless and natural fancy colored diamonds, unusual cut diamonds such as Asschers, cushions, and old mine cuts, precious colored gems, one-ofa- kind Victorian, Edwardian, and Art Deco jewelry, and custom made designs. World renowned for their watch collection, Fourtané offers the finest selection of vintage Patek Philippe and Rolex watches. Their vintage Rolex collection is one of the most important in the country, and is complemented by an extensive collection of authorized new Rolex watches. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Girl Boy Girl
Mission & Seventh, Carmel
(831) 626-3368
Girl Boy Girl has the largest selection of contemporary designer clothing on the peninsula, featuring designers such as Marc by Marc Jacobs, Diane von Furstenberg, Rozae Nichols, Rebecca Taylor, Trina Turk, Catherine, Paper Denim & Cloth, Seven, Nicole Miller, Tse, Nanette Lepore, and Tracey Reese. Our boutique also features shoes by Miu Miu and Sigerson Morrison, as well as handbags by Marc Jacobs Collection. In addition to being known for excellent customer service and product knowledge, we also have the best clothes on the planet. We look forward to “wardrobing” you!

Hesselbein’s Inc.
The Crossroads Shopping Village
143 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
(831) 625-2522
For more than 175 years, the Hesselbein family has created fine jewelry in Europe, passing the art of design from father to son. It was 38 years ago that Art Hesselbein opened his first store serving the Central Coast. Also featured at Hesselbein’s are the finest in Swiss watches by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, Breguet, and Ebel; pearls by Mikimoto; jewelry by Roberto Coin, Chimento, JB Star, Faberge, Wellendorff, Aaron Basha, Memoire, and more.

Jody Interiors
The Crossroads Shopping Village
208 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
(831) 620-0311
A fresh design and accessory store featuring a collection selectively chosen to reflect the many individual notions defining the inside: Home, Heart, and Mind. I invite you to my store in the Crossroads Shopping Village to discover an array of lifestyle selections for furnishings, lighting, tabletop, design accessories, books, artwork, gifts, and more. Choose from C & C, Milano, Designers Guild, John Robshaw linens, Jacquard Francais, Limoge by Raynaud, porcelain by Mud Australia, Mustardseed and Moonshine, Fortessa, Dwellbaby linens, and Duc Duc nursery furnishings. Thoughtful and unusual gifts for friends, family, new arrivals, and … yourself! Jody Interiors offers registry for weddings, bridal and baby showers.

Khaki’s Men’s Clothiers of Carmel
3744 The Barnyard Shopping Village, Carmel
(831) 625-8106
Listed on Esquire magazine’s “Best of Class” list. A premier men’s collection with an eclectic mix of luxury American brands such as Robert Talbott, Martin Dingman, and Scott Barber as well as European giants such as Paul & Shark, Etro, Zanella, Canali, Ermenegildo Zegna, Luciano Barbara, and others. Knowledgeable wardrobe consultants and a complete made-to-order service, using the world’s finest fabrics, will make your shopping experience a “true delight.” Shipping available anywhere. Complimentary gift wrapping. One mile south of downtown Carmel on Hwy. 1.

The Lights of Rome
The Crossroads Shopping Village
102 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
(831) 625-1009
At The Lights of Rome we pride ourselves for the close relationships we have with Europe’s fines artisans and custom workshops for handcrafted lighting, furniture, and home accessories. We travel through Europe every year to find new artisans who satisfy our exacting criteria — designs that exemplify a marriage of Old-World craftsmanship with artistic imagination. We can design to your specifications or you can choose from our large and varied inventory at our Carmel location. Visit our showroom or our Web site. The Lights of Rome — transforming homes into sanctuaries.

Lussori
Ocean between San Carlos & Dolores, Carmel
(831) 625-3095
Lussori has more than 13 years’ experience with bringing the world’s finest timepieces and jewelry to the most discriminating clients. Lussori has a team of experts that can help you with some of the world’s rarest and most unique timepieces (Tourbillons, Minute Repeaters, Bi-retrogrades, Perpetual Calendars, etc). Lussori is the authorized dealer for Audemars Piguet, Anonimo, Blancpain, Michael Beaudry, Bulgari, Chopard, Corum, Jean Richard, Fred Leighton Estate Jewelry, Glashutte, Gerald Genta, Girard Perregaux, Hearts on Fire, Harry Winston, IWC, Kwiat, Montblanc, Omega, Piaget, Nardin, and many more. As purveyors of fine timepieces and jewelry, Lussori has certified watchmakers, gemologists and custom jewelers on the premises with state-of-the-art equipment for all aspects of service. There is always something new, something innovative, something exciting at Lussori.

Michael Sherman Jewelry Design
3612 The Barnyard Shopping Village, Carmel
(831) 624-5171
“Original,” “wearable,” and “quality” describe Michael Sherman’s fine jewelry. His choice of dazzling, exotic gemstones, complemented by a variety of precious metals in 18K gold and platinum, are his signature. His insight into function as well as style, render his original pieces timeless. Michael Sherman’s background in design has kept his jewelry on the leading edge nationally for more than three decades. Clients are delighted by his original wedding sets and custom styling. A visit to Michael Sherman’s sunlit studio gallery is a classic Carmel experience.

Pacific Tweed
The Crossroads Shopping Village
129 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
(831) 625-9100
Pacific Tweed offers a Manhattan shopping experience in a pampered environment. Stop by and enjoy a glass of wine by the fireplace while Pacific Tweed’s staff designs a wardrobe uniquely for you. Servicing some of the most discerning clients in the world, Pacific Tweed offers in-home shopping, wardrobe consulting, digital wardrobe cataloguing, and hotel delivery anywhere on the Monterey Peninsula. Their ever-evolving lineup of men’s and women’s designers include Prada, Moschino, Piaza Sempione, Alberta Ferretti, Basso & Brooke, Alexander McQueen, Bogner, Brioni, Loro Piana, Paul Smith, John Varvatos, and Hickey Freeman.

Pat Areias Sterling
Ocean between Dolores & Lincoln, Carmel
(831) 626-8668
Pat Areias Sterling offers wearable works of art for men and women in the form of beautiful handmade sterling silver buckles to be paired with straps of exotic skins and European leathers. Dazzling silver jewelry, some adorned with unusual stones, and objets d’art for home décor are also offered. Every piece is inspired by Latin and Danish aesthetics and combines contemporary pieces with classic sensibility. Find your one-of-a-kind inspiration, coast-to-coast, at Pat Areias locations in Beverly Hills, Carmel, and New York’s Madison Avenue.

Vermillion Asian Arts
The Crossroads Shopping Village
240 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
(831) 620-1502
Vermillion is a retail gallery engaged in sharing the heritage and creativity of the Japanese people. We celebrate Japan’s fine craftsmanship by offering household furnishings that inspire new ideas for contemporary living. Vermillion hosts lectures, book signings and gallery showings of artists, Elaine Hanowell and Rochelle Haywood. Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Viau Estate Jewelry
Mission between Ocean & Seventh, Carmel
(831) 624-5991
The oldest estate jeweler in Carmel, Viau Estate Jewelry offers a carefully selected collection of jewelry from hundreds of estates. New and estate jewelry is being acquired continuously, resulting in a huge, ever-changing display of fine and unusual pieces. Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco, Retro, and all the fashion movements up to the present time, are represented. Large or small, from charms to the most opulent rings and necklaces, can be found in this Carmel institution located down from Tiffany’s on Mission Street. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wilke’s Estate Jewelers
San Carlos between Fifth & Sixth, Carmel
(831) 626-3048
Plucked from history, Wilke’s presents the past in its greatest glory. In this store, you will find something to complement your personality as you wear the expression, the richness and the warmth that antique and estate jewelry can bring. Platinum, gold, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, pearls, and much more, exquisitely combined by master designers and goldsmiths from times gone by are displayed for your discerning taste.

MONTEREY

Del Monte Shopping Center
Highway 1 at Munrus Ave., Monterey
(831) 373-2705
This lovely, centrally located shopping center has consistently been voted “Best Shopping Center” by the Monterey Peninsula community for the past decade. Del Monte Shopping center features 85 distinctive shops, four restaurants, and a luxury spa and fitness center, plus Macy’s, Whole Foods Market, California Pizza Kitchen, and the Century Cinemas. The spacious, open-air shopping center offers comfortable seating, beautiful landscaping and ample parking for its shoppers.

PACIFIC GROVE

Marita’s Boutique
551 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove
(831) 655-3390
At Marita’s, you will find women’s clothing in sizes small to 3X, and accessories that are both fashionable and elegant. We carry an extensive collection of well-known designers including Flax, Eileen Fisher, Staley Gretzinger, Roni Rabl, Bodil, Citron, Cynthia Ashby, and much more. Our very knowledgeable sales consultants will make your visit a fun and delightful shopping experience. Now in a bigger store at a much better location!

PEBBLE BEACH

Marchesa Jewelry
The Lodge at Pebble Beach
17 Mile Dr., Pebble Beach
(831) 625-3129
For 24 years, this family-owned and -operated business has provided the finest quality and selection of new and estate jewelry, specializing in one-of-a-kind certified diamonds from 3 to 12 carats set in classic platinum and 18K gold mountings. Also featured are designs by Gregg Ruth and many specially made fine jewelry items created with South Sea pearls and gemstones. Marchesa gift items include Limoges and English enamel boxes, china by Mottahedeh, and sterling and silver-plated decorative home accessories. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is happy to help you choose something special for you or someone you love.

Weber Goldsmith Gallery
The Shops at The Lodge, Pebble Beach
(831) 626-7600
Welcome to Weber Goldsmith Gallery, a unique store featuring beautifully handcrafted jewelry. Along with brand names such as Fabergé, Hidalgo, and Buccellati, there are award-winning pieces created by owner/designer Bradley D. Weber. This sophisticated gallery, situated in world-famous Pebble Beach, is a haven for quality work and exceptional value. Out-of-town guests and local residents are cordially invited to explore this “gem” of a gallery. Please call ahead for gate clearance.

SPAS

The Spa at Pebble Beach
1518 Cypress Dr., Pebble Beach
(831) 649-7615; (888) 565-7615
A place to relax, rejuvenate and revitalize the body and spirit, The Spa at Pebble Beach is a 22,000- square-foot, full-service spa and salon, nestled in the heart of the Del Monte Forest. Choose from a variety of massages, body scrubs and wraps, water treatments, skin care, nail care, and hair care. Our professional staff is trained to help you select appropriate services and to provide impeccable personalized service for an experience that exceeds your expectations.