Whether you’re searching for the perfect loungewear set for your resort stay or the most thoughtful souvenir for your posh pup, you’ll find a treasure trove of premium retailers in Montecito. This effortlessly elegant Santa Barbara neighborhood is best known as the home of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and is a celebrity favorite for a reason. Its peace, quiet and privacy provide the perfect backdrop for a quick getaway — or a shopping spree.
This guide to shopping in Montecito includes our top picks, from locally owned small businesses to globally inspired artisanal marketplaces. Treat someone you love — or yourself — to the best of Montecito retail.
Montecito Country Mart
This beloved local shopping center provides the full Montecito experience, from scenic mountain views to beachfront relaxation, quaint cafés and curated shops. Don’t forget to grab a honey-almond-crunch ice cream from Rori’s Artisanal Creamery when you’re done shopping!
At Clare V., discover a mix of colorful and innovative tech accessories, bags, apparel and footwear with Parisian charm. Emily Joubert is also French-inspired, offering chic home decor, fanciful gardening products and must-have pharmacy essentials. George is a one-stop shop for man’s best friend, including eye-catching pet attire, harnesses and baked-from-scratch treats. Mate Gallery hosts New England specialities in Southern California, like co-owner and acclaimed photographer Matt Albiani’s photography, out-of-print books and vintage nautical flags.
Resort Retail at Rosewood Miramar Beach
Everything about Rosewood Miramar Beach exudes pure opulence, even the resort shops.
Loro Piana and Bottega Veneta each offer high-quality Italian wardrobes for work or play, and Brunello Cucinelli specializes in fine Italian cashmere. Zegna showcases handcrafted men’s apparel, plus a tailored line of leisurewear so stylish you’ll be asked where you bought your silk bow tie.
goop Sundries — yes, the wellness company founded by actress, businesswoman and Montecito resident Gwyneth Paltrow — is the brand’s first permanent retail experience, hosting a variety of clean, Paltrow-approved products for overall well-being. The Shop at Miramar exclusively sells the resort’s own Miramar Collection, including thoughtfully selected signature resort wear and beach toys, plus the perfect rustic burlap totes for beach-day necessities.
Laykin et Cie is a Los Angeles-founded precious jeweler with fine estate pieces that shimmer with diamonds and rubies, and The Webster also offers dazzling treasures from designers like Nicole Trunfio and MysteryJoy, plus fashion week-worthy looks, like the softest silk kaftan swimsuit cover-up. Book a personalized shopping experience in the boutique or in your room.
Coast Village Road
Coast Village Road, stretching about a mile through Montecito’s downtown, is lined with dozens of boutiques, eateries and accommodations that embody the city’s sophisticated-yet-friendly personality.
Civilianaire Clothing, K. Frank and the Montecito Collective carry curated selections of men’s and women’s fashion. Head to Mischief for stylish women’s clothing and beach-inspired art; Angel for the perfect pieces for a coastal grandmother summer; Whistle Club for a great selection from industry favorites, like Jamie Haller and Rachel Comey; and Whiskey & Leather for the cutest country denim jumpsuits and rompers. True Love Always also stocks womenswear, as well as must-haves for home and decor, including a variety of visually stunning home library picks. Nurture Cottage sells housewares, plus children’s clothes and toys, linens and bedding. All profits support the Nurture Foundation.
Searching for the perfect sparkling something? Coast Village Road is home to several renowned jewelry shops, including Belrose Estate Jewelers, a third-generation family business known for restoring vintage pieces from Tiffany & Co., Scott Kay and more. Or head to Daniel Gibbings, who reimagines Old World relics, like ancient coins, into his collections using techniques that date back to Byzantium.
Homer Maker combines creativity and dedicated craftsmanship for a limited selection of sumptuous leather bags and wine-bottle carriers, and the shelves at Lily are stocked with fine silks, perfumes, handcrafted Brazilian crystal votives and more.
Art collectors delight in displays at Peregrine Galleries, which focuses on early American paintings and Bakelite and Miriam Haskell jewelry, and Portico Gallery, which offers works by notable Californian and national artists, including Karl Dempwolf, Randall Sexton and Calvin Liang. Artists of every skill level are invited to take classes at Portico’s Monet Room, located just behind the gallery.
Don’t forget about the four-legged friend awaiting you at home! Cashy’s Playpen, named for the owner’s French bulldog, sells farm-to-pet treats made with wholesome ingredients, including human-grade turkey and chicken breast, as well as dapper doggie accessories. The water-resistant reversible dog jackets are a favorite.
San Ysidro Village
This shopping mall, styled as cozy cottages, is nestled against the Santa Ynez Mountains in the Upper Village.
While the San Ysidro Village features upscale clothing designs, florals and even a pharmacy, the true standouts are the antique shops. Associates at William Laman Furniture Garden Antiques hand-select an ever-changing mix of furnishings, from modern rattan palm dining chairs to a 19th-century Chinese weapons chest. Country House Antiques has called Montecito home for nearly 20 years and offers 18th and 19th century furniture from Sweden and France in their sunny showroom.
The Post
The Post Montecito, made up of six historically preserved buildings on East Cabrillo Boulevard, isn’t just a shopping center, though the shopping is stellar. The property also hosts family-friendly entertainment, food pop-ups and community events.
RLT, curated by fashion designer and influencer Rachel Tabb, has Tabb’s line of classic staple pieces, including the essential RLT Rachel sweaters in chocolate and indigo. Teller, founded in Los Angeles, stocks womenswear from around the globe, and Jamie Haller carries the designer’s signature penny loafers, as well as various denim styles, trendy oversized linen shirts and more in her first retail location.
Packable straw hats take the spotlight at Janessa Leoné in the brand’s second store. The hats come highly coveted, especially after the Duchess of Sussex herself donned one in an As Ever Instagram post. Marisa Mason, born and raised in Santa Barbara, designs and sells her organically shaped brass jewelry in her new Montecito shop.
