Carlsbad Premium Outlets offers an upscale shopping experience with an impressive collection of designer and branded outlet stores. These include Calvin Klein, Coach, Lacoste, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and many more. Shop for the latest, trendy apparel, shoes, or accessories, and after a long day of shopping, unwind at any of the wonderful restaurants and cafes which are a part of this establishment.
Conveniently located just 20 minutes from downtown is the major shopping center referred to as UTC. Here you will find shopping majors such as Sears, Macy's, and Nordstrom's. More than 160 specialty shops, banks, seven eateries, 16 fast-food sites and an ice skating rink that will entertain and delight you. Events and entertainment are scheduled on weekends. Plenty of free parking is available.
Only the finest of women's fashions are offered in this upscale boutique. At the entrance, guests may sit on antique furniture, while perusing top fashion magazines. A display of bath and shower oils is posted there as well. Further into Sigi's outlet, browse through the selection of elegant evening wear as well as fashionable casual wear, with jeans and cotton tops. The 100 percent leather coats imported from Italy, are sure to catch your eye. In addition, gloves and jewelry are available in a dazzling display of accessories.
Witt's Carlsbad Pipelines clearly indicates its purpose with a pipeline mural painted on the outside wall and surf report posted on the door. Water sport gear is the single focus here. Select from bathing suits and wetsuits, for both men and women. Surfboards and bodyboards are available as well. If you are not looking to buy surfing gear, ask the shop owners about available rentals.
The sidewalk of Olde Ivy Antiques is crowded with small, antique furniture and scores of paperback books. Yet, the outside collection is only the beginning. Inside, the shop consists of several rooms, each specializing in various types of antiques. The front room hosts intricately carved furniture, including large desks, tables and bureaus. Just a bit further, a closet-style room hosts the hardback book collection. Cases of beaded jewelry and pocketknives are showcased on the main floor. In addition, this shop features an authentic collection of Native American jewelry. Guests may purchase handiwork from the Navajo, Hopi and Zuni tribes.
Spin Records is a music-lover's dream. Music blasts overhead. The shop walls are plastered with posters of past and present musicians. Rows of albums are sold on site, featuring everyone from Brenda Lee to Nirvana. Whether customers are looking for new or used products, this shop has a wide selection of merchandise and knowledgeable staff at hand. In fact, the staff offers suggestions of top CDs, tapes and vinyl, featured in a section of employee picks.
This family-owned establishment, located along the Pacific coastline, specializes in souvenir T-shirts. Browse through an extensive selection of 100 percent cotton shirts, bearing the names of Leucadia, Encinitas and other local towns in San Diego County. Shirts are available in every color, even tie-dye. All shirts are designed and printed on the premises, so be sure to ask if you are looking for a particular size or design. Custom prints are also available. While shirts dominate the store, there are a few other souvenirs offered, including mouse pads and greeting cards.
Vista's Fine Jewelry caters to the tastes of those with a fondness for precious stones. Dozens of cases hold diamonds, rubies, amethysts and other treasures. Carefully designed in a variety of settings, ranging from simplistic to greatly elaborate, these alluring pieces are sure to leave you bedazzled. An expansive selection of cultured pearls is eye-catching, as well as the top-brand watches. There is a tiny case devoted to men's jewelry, but the shop's primary focus is on fine designs for women.
Witt's Carlsbad Pipelines clearly indicates its purpose with a pipeline mural painted on the outside wall and surf report posted on the door. Water sport gear is the single focus here. Select from bathing suits and wetsuits, for both men and women. Surfboards and bodyboards are available as well. If you are not looking to buy surfing gear, ask the shop owners about available rentals.
The sidewalk of Olde Ivy Antiques is crowded with small, antique furniture and scores of paperback books. Yet, the outside collection is only the beginning. Inside, the shop consists of several rooms, each specializing in various types of antiques. The front room hosts intricately carved furniture, including large desks, tables and bureaus. Just a bit further, a closet-style room hosts the hardback book collection. Cases of beaded jewelry and pocketknives are showcased on the main floor. In addition, this shop features an authentic collection of Native American jewelry. Guests may purchase handiwork from the Navajo, Hopi and Zuni tribes.
Since 1968, the Mettee family has owned and operated VG Donuts & Bakery, which is wildly popular among San Diego locals. The third generation is now at the helm of VG's, an abbreviation for "Very Good". Enjoy homemade donuts, pastries, cookies, muffins, breads and rolls. To ensure fresh quality, donuts are baked twice each day. Special orders are also welcome, particularly for custom designed cakes. As an added bonus, this bakery is open for unusually long hours and offers delivery services for large orders.
Don't go to the beach without proper eye protection. Visit Sunglass Corner for a premium pair of sunglasses before basking in the summer heat. Top-brand sunglasses are sold at this shop, located one block from Oceanside Beach. Choose from Oakley, Dragon, Maui Jim and Spy products. As an added bonus, some brands are discounted from the usual retail price. In addition to sunglasses, customers may purchase sunglass cases and bands, as well as visors and watches. Postcards and area maps are available too.