SHOPPING CENTERS
Ocean Avenue
Located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Fashion standouts include Augustina’s and Carmel Cashmere and Company. For jewelry, check out stores such as B&G Jewelers, Pat Areias Sterling, Lussori Jewelers and Fourtané Estate and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches. Galleries like Classic Art Galleries, Phillips Gallery, and Ripsqueak Gallery offer art for all. In between shopping, dine at restaurants such as The Grill on Ocean Avenue, Merlot! or PortaBella.
Del Monte Shopping Center
Just off Highway 1 at Munrus Avenue, Monterey
(831) 373-2705
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Shop, dine, and be entertained at places such as Macy’s and Whole Foods Markets, restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen and catch a movie at Century Cinemas. Free parking.
Carmel Plaza
Ocean & Junipero avenues, Carmel
(831) 624-0137
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Visit luxe boutiques like POSH and national chains such as Tiffany & Co., Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, and Tommy Bahama’s.
The Barnyard Shopping Village
3618 The Barnyard, Carmel
(831) 624-8886
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
More than 50 boutique stores, including Khaki’s of Carmel and Michael Sherman Jewelry Design. Quench your appetite and thirst at Big Dog Sports Restaurant at the south end of the Barnyard. Free parking.
Shops at the Lodge at Pebble Beach
1700 17 Mile Drive, Carmel
(831) 624-3811
Elegance abounds at stores such as Marchesa Jewelry, élan, and Images of Pebble Beach.
The Crossroads Shopping Village
243 Crossroads Boulevard
Highway 1 at Rio Road, Carmel
(831) 625-4106
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m.
This shopping village offers shops, services, and restaurants. For the home, try The Lights of Rome, for jewelry, Hesselbein’s Inc. will amaze you. Pacific Tweed will round out your wardrobe. Free parking.
ALPHABETICAL SHOPPING LISTINGS
Augustina Leathers
San Carlos Street & Sixth Avenue, Carmel
(831) 626-6353 or (888) LISHMAN
Leather is always in style, and no wardrobe is complete without a fine leather jacket by Lyn Leather, Remy, or Michael Toschi. For custom designs and tailoring, the in-house design studio creates one-of-a-kind couture for men and women in leather and suede. Exquisite designer purses by Judith Leiber and Jane August and hats by Charlie Tweddle complete your special look. Augustina’s also carries Bohlin and Northern California’s largest collection of Comstock Heritage buckle sets made of sterling silver and 14k gold. Established in 1987. Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Augustina’s
Ocean Avenue, Carmel
(831) 624-1977 or (888) 624-2403
For the ultimate in wearable art, Augustina’s designer clothing is hand-beaded, hand-painted or hand-knit. Top designers include Fabrizio Gianni, Missoni, Roberta Scarpa, Kippys and Loro Piana Cashmere. Augustina’s features the largest selection and guarantees the best price in North America for Paula Lishman, the original hand-knit fur. Other top fur designers like Zuki, Michael Kors, Zac Posen, and Zandra Rhodes can be found at Augustina’s as well as 18k gold and diamond fine jewelry collections by Leslie Greene, Jude Frances, Rhonda Faber Green, and Peace & Love. Established in 1987. Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
B & G Jewelers
• Ocean Avenue between Dolores & Lincoln streets, Carmel
(831) 625-2235
• Northwest Corner of Ocean Avenue & Dolores Street, 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 designing skills. They invite you to visit their recently opened estate jewelry shop at the corner of Ocean Avenue and Dolores Street and let the excellent staff help find that perfect piece.
Barnyard Shopping Village
Highway 1 at Carmel Valley Road, 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.
Best Baby Alpaca
www.bestbabyalpaca.com
Only the finest baby alpaca products imported from Peru.
Carmel Cashmere and Company
Ocean Avenue between Dolores & Lincoln streets, Carmel
(831) 624-0595 or (888) 237-1581
Carmel Cashmere and Company is passionate and dedicated about offering only the finest, purest cashmere knitwear and accessories from Europe. From classic to contemporary, you will find the collection extensive and the knowledgeable staff helpful and friendly. In addition to cashmere, the store also offers 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.
Chatel & Co.
Lincoln Street, southeast of Ocean Avenue, Carmel
(831) 626-3445
Rooted in the Swiss region famous for designing the world’s greatest timepieces, with la passion horlogère (the watchmaker’s passion) — Chatel has emerged as one of the nation’s finest destinations for watch collectors. The boutique is an authorized dealer for the crème de la crème: Vacheron Constantin, F.P. Journe, Richard Mille, Jaeger-Le Coultre, Minerva, Bedat, Bell & Ross, Parmigiani, Manometro, BRM, Panerai, Hublot, De Bethune, Brietling, and Hermès. Owner Hugues Beck — who studied watch making in Switzerland and watch and clock restoration at the Musée International d’Horlogerie of La Chaux-de-Fonds — is the only certified watchmaker on the Monterey Peninsula.
Conway of Asia
Dolores Street between Ocean & Seventh avenues, 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 and Rio Road, Carmel
(831) 625-4106
Carmel, it’s a lifestyle and The Crossroads Shopping Village will help you live it! Discover an unparalleled selection of dining spots (many with dog-friendly, outdoor seating), 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, whether you live in Carmel or just want to feel like you do! Open daily, free parking.
Del Monte Shopping Center
Highway 1 at Munrus Avenue, Monterey
(831) 373-2705
The Monterey Peninsula community has consistently voted “Best Shopping Center” Del Monte Shopping Center. Shoppers can stroll this beautifully landscaped, open-air shopping center and find more than 85 distinctive shops including Macy’s, Starbucks, Banana Republic, Lucy, White House | Black Market, Soma Intimates, California Pizza Kitchen, and P.F. Chang’s China Bistro. Additionally, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and Islands Restaurant will be opening in Summer 2008. The 13-screen stadium-seating movie theater and day spa round out the offerings at this centrally located center.
Fourtané Estate and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches
Corner of Ocean Avenue and Lincoln Street, Carmel
(831) 624-4684
For 58 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-of-a-kind Victorian, Edwardian, and Art Deco jewelry, and custom-made designs. World renowned for its watch collection, Fourtané offers the finest selection of vintage Patek Philippe and Rolex watches. The 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 Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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, Fabergé, Wellendorff, Aaron Basha, Memoire and more.
Khaki’s 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 Barbera, Isaia, 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
Lights of Rome presents handcrafted pieces from Italian wood carvers and glass blowers as well as lighting creations and exquisite hand-embroidered velvets and silks. It represents masters like Arte Veneziana Arredo and the Fagetti families, whose work maintains museum-quality standards. New collections will feature the French porcelain lighting designs of Sofie Arnaud, exclusively at Lights of Rome. Also, handmade French butcher blocks, crafted for generations for France’s boucherie, now available for domestic applications. Lights of Rome has proudly established itself as a patron to the vanishing artisans of Europe.
Lussori Jewelers
Ocean Avenue between San Carlos & Dolores streets, Carmel
(831) 625-3095
With an elegant showroom located on picturesque Ocean Avenue in downtown Carmel-by- the-Sea, Lussori possesses more than 15 years of experience in uniting the most discriminating of clients with the world’s finest timepieces and jewelry. As purveyors of exceptional timepieces and jewelry, Lussori has certified watchmakers, gemologists, and custom jewelers on the premises, with state-of-the-art equipment to facilitate all aspects of service. Lussori’s comprehensively trained team of dedicated professionals is patiently committed to assisting you with your next purchase, be it an exquisite piece of diamond jewelry or a rare masterpiece of fine watchmaking.
Marchesa Jewelry
The Lodge at Pebble Beach
17-Mile Drive, 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. The friendly and knowledgeable staff is happy to help you choose something special for you or someone you love.
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, Noblu, Staley Gretzinger, Bodil, Citron, IC Collection, Cynthia Ashby and much more. The very knowledgeable sales consultants will make your visit a fun and delightful shopping experience. Now in a bigger store at a much better location!
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, as well as re-design. A visit to Michael Sherman’s sunlit studio gallery is a classic Carmel experience.
Pacific Tweed
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. The ever-evolving lineup of men’s and women’s designers include Armani, Temperley, Prada, Moschino, Piazza Sempione, Alberta Ferretti, Bogner, Brioni, Loro Piana, Paul Smith, John Varvatos, and Hickey Freeman.
Pat Areias Sterling
Ocean Avenue between Dolores & Lincoln streets, 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 objects 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.
POSH
Carmel Plaza
Ocean Avenue & Mission Street, Carmel
(831) 626-4295
POSH is an elegant shop where the client is very carefully attended and the atmosphere is classic. Owner Cy Cerro, offers only the best in cashmere, leathers, and a line of custom designed clothing, footwear by Stuart Weitzman and the premier label, ST. JOHN. POSH also offers active wear, sports wear, evening, collection, and couture. POSH also carries pieces by Féraud and the House of Dereon whose owner is the singer Beyoncé. Located in the Carmel Plaza, facing Ocean Avenue, behind the fountain.
Sand Castles by-the-Sea
3776 The Barnyard Shopping Village, Carmel
(831) 626-8361
Step inside Sand Castles by-the-Sea and you will enter a world where dreams come true; where fairies dance and pirates find treasure, where puppets come to life and magic fills the air. Where children can be children once again. For more than 16 years Sand Castles by-the-Sea has been a favorite toy store for children and adults, focusing on specialty handmade European and American toys as unique as the children who love them. Voted the best toy store in Monterey County in ’06 and ’07.
Viau Estate Jewelry
Mission Street between Ocean & Seventh avenues, 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 Street between Fifth & Sixth avenues, 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, apphires, emeralds, pearls, and much more, exquisitely combined by master designers and goldsmiths from times gone by, are displayed for your discerning taste. You will also find beautiful custom-made jewelry ranging from belt buckles to exquisite pieces set with fancy diamonds.
