Hello Summer: Best Shops for Choosing High-Quality Handmade Accessories

We scoured the town to uncover the prime spots for handmade accessories, and in Orange County, we stumbled upon a few noteworthy mentions. Here’s a roundup of the best:

1. SEED People’s Market

• Location: 2937 Bristol St., Suite C101, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
• Contact: (714) 708-2277
• Website: www.shop.seedpeoplesmarket.com Making the switch from mainstream accessories to carefully curated artisan pieces? SEED People’s Market in Costa Mesa is your go-to destination. Renowned for having local jewelry designers on its radar, this marketplace offers sustainable products, including recycled and green items. From stylish handmade clutches to captivating jewelry, each item is a treasure worth exploring.

2. Duet

• Location: 290 Forest Ave., Laguna Beach, CA 92651
• Contact: (949) 376-7999
• Website: www.duetlaguna.com Nestled in Laguna Beach, Duet is a unique boutique offering a range of handmade accessories, from hats and jewelry to purses and scarves. The women’s selection features unique pieces and handcrafted designs, including statement necklaces and personalized rings. Duet also stocks handbags, hair accessories, and wraps to add flair to your wardrobe.

3. Oz Accessories

• Location: 7777 Edinger Ave., Suite 160, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
• Contact: (559) 283-2933
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/OZinHB With its stunning handmade styles and a marketplace vibe, Oz Accessories in Huntington Beach competes with big-name merchants in both quality and affordability. Expect a diverse array of handmade accessories, including hair accessories, brooches, bags, and more.

4. Oh, Hello Friend

• Location: 122 N. Harbor Blvd., Suite 103, Fullerton, CA 92832
• Contact: (714) 441-9157
• Website: www.ohhellofriend.com Fullerton’s Oh, Hello Friend is a treasure trove of handmade accessories. Explore a variety of contemporary designs, from novelty totes and dainty rings to earrings and necklaces. The shop also offers handmade decor items and stationary sets, enhancing your shopping experience.

5. The Passionate Collector

• Location: Newport Coast Shopping Center, 21115 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657
• Contact: (949) 673-0440
• Website: www.thepassionatecollector.com The Passionate Collector at Newport Coast Shopping Center presents a stellar collection of handmade pieces and accessories, including necklaces, pendants, rings, bracelets, and more. Featuring top designers and eco-friendly handmade jewelry, this store focuses on quality, style, and intricate details. Keep an eye out for the gorgeous crocheted moon necklaces, Matisse bracelets, and wood and resin leaf stretch bracelets.