Carats Jewels - Living - Gifts — Local services in McAllen

So let me start with I did not want to like Carats. It wasn't them, it was me. I grew up listening to antiestablishment Punk yet loved anything by Ayn Rand just so I could pick it apart and always based, my identity on not following "popular trends". I prefer to discover hidden gems and unique treasures over wearing Chanel baubles and the kitschy Rolexes my grandparents sported. That is until Carlos & Saul, the owners of Carats aka The Carats Boys, helped my husband scour the earth for the perfect opal stone to gift me for Xmas. I fell in love, but still, I reluctantly went to Carats to fashion the stone into something exquisite. Carlos took the time to listen to what I liked and, together, we collaborated in creating a design that was uniquely perfect for me. I'm ashamed to admit, it did NOT end there. Saul had been showing me different designs prior to Carlos' arrival, and he then presented me with something delicious. Unbeknownst to them, I had been on the hunt for a London Blue Topaz for the past two years and there sat an heirloom quality, masterfully cut, natural, cornflower blue stone that much like a siren's call, seduced me to dive into it's cool blue - a gift from me to me. At this point, I may as well start wearing a Carats t-shirt. Hands down impressed with this...

Every place has its unique businesses that define the character and style of the locale. For us, Carats is at the top of that list. Saul and Carlos find beautiful and unique gifts from around the world, and they delight in showing their treasures to all who visit their shop. They and their wonderful staff get to know each of their customers. Whether we’re looking for fine jewelry, beautiful house gifts, unique aromatic candles, luscious fragrance, or anything special for our home or a friend’s, this is where we look first. Saul and Carlos have such refined tastes, they can help us find the perfect expression of appreciation for a special friend, or for each other. For any person or occasion considered “special”, Carats is likely to have an equally...

This was my first visit to Carats. I was shopping for a retirement gift for my closest friend. I was greeted upon entry by two very warm and welcoming ladies. When asked if they could help me, I let them know that I was shopping for a retirement gift, specifically military after 22 years of service. They were very genuine in their thought process and suggested a wonderful gift. I took their suggestion and bought it immediately. They went above and beyond and wrapped it perfectly in USAF colors to help commemorate the occasion and add that extra touch.

These ladies have made a repeat customer out of me. I’ll definitely...