If you have a soft spot for elegant outdoor living in general - and succulents in specific - make a bee line for Botanik in the sleepy beach town of...
A store for shoppers of all ages, whether you're an art snob or not. The Santa Barbara Museum of Art Store is home to an assortment of treasures and...
Vinyl records still exist. Perhaps even more shockingly to some, new ones are constantly in production. But where do you go to buy them? Why, the local...
A calm haven for seaside fashionistas, DIANI Boutique specializes in quality, fashion forward women's apparel with a sophisticated yet relaxed vibe....
Gold, silver, brass, diamonds, emeralds ... if this is your kind of shopping list, Marisa Mason jewelry is your kind of shop. This jewel box of a store...
When you want to buy something and it doesn't have to be expensive but it does have to be special, Westward General is the place to go. This down-to-earth...
For unique finds in Santa Barbara, look no further than The Blue Door. Located near great wine tasting rooms and restaurants in the hip and happening Funk...
It's easy to feel like a kid in a candy shop when you step into Jake and Jones. This boutique carries women's and children's fashion and accessories, often...
When you're in the "I deserve a little treat" mood, there's no better destination than Montecito Country Mart. This collection of shops and restaurants has...
Shopping in Santa Barbara is a treat! Downtown State Street offers a nice mix of boutiques and nationally recognized stores. Head to Stearns Wharf to pick up seaside trinkets and souvenirs. Other neighborhoods each have their own unique shopping vibe. For example, Montecito stores tend to feature high-end designer fashion and home goods. Goleta has more family resources, like Costco and Home Depot. La Cumbre Plaza and Paseo Nuevo are the two shopping malls in the Santa Barbara area. Both are outdoor malls that will allow you to get your retail fix while enjoying the sunny weather at the same time.
Geneva Ives moved to Santa Barbara in 2000 on a whim (ok, and to go to college) and never looked back. She loves Santa Barbara because it’s really one of America’s greatest small towns - it just happens to have glorious beaches and celebrity residents, too!
Geneva spent a decade managing an adorable, locally owned boutique in downtown Santa Barbara and... Read More