My wife forgot to pack a necklace for a wedding she’s in today, so we stopped in here to look around for a replacement. The jewelry was very much to my wife’s taste and she ended up getting two necklaces, a ring and a bracelet. As a guy I hesitate to describe the style, I don’t know if I have the adjectives to do it justice, but I’ll try: Handmade, upscale style with different gemstones. Lots of brass and gold. Much more variety than I expected. This shop carries jewelry by Marissa but also other jewelers, so it’s definitely worth a peek. I thought the pricing was fair. Last but not least, the service was great. I didn’t catch the lady’s name, but she was lovely - attentive and offered her gentle opinions and there was no pressure at all. I also appreciated that she included me as part of the discussion. And guys, if you get antsy there’s a wonderful coffee shop and bakery just a few steps away. Highly...
Read moreThere is no other place in Santa Barbara quite like Marisa Mason, a very unique jewelry shop! In talking to the engaging Marisa, it was fun to hear how she was raised here, spent early years traveling, and now lives in the foothills with her 2 daughters and her renowned wood-working husband. She's clearly influenced by the beauty of our natural world. When you walk into her store, you just want to stay awhile and look at everything. The beautiful display cases, full of remarkable treasures, are quite enticing. For instance, after many years of not wearing a wedding ring, my husband snuck in there and bought one for me. Of course, I had previously steered him in there with the promise of a margarita at Carlitos - next door. Now I drag all my local and out-of-town friends into Marisa Mason because it is one of Santa Barbara's coolest shops. A...
Read moreI LOVE THIS STORE! From my permanent bracelet and anklet (Marisa puts it on herself and you can customize your adornment), to my subtle turquoise studs and even the glassware that I use everyday...this place is the go-to. Marisa is a talented artist who makes not just beautiful and creative jewelry but in addition to that, she's curated her store with other talented jewelers, fashion designers and homewares. The staff there is always helpful, especially Claire! You can go in and say what you're looking for in general and she will give you many options to choose from. Overall, I highly...
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