We Are The Assembly

Just got a super cute backpack here today. Can’t wait to use it. Love all the fun stuff in the store!

This little shop is incredibly cute! It’s so fun to walk around and look at all the little gadgets, clothes, cards, necklaces, etc. They are all very unique! I’d say they are great gifts for people who seem to have everything :)
I wish I knew about this place for White Elephant last year because the gifts are not only fun, but I’d actually like anything from this store.
Also, they are across the street from Sharetea. Grab a drink and check this place out! :)

I love this store. Every time I am in downtown San Mateo I stop in and check things out. They also have new things to check out. Everything they carry is fun and unique. The students that work here are all great. They are really knowledgeable about all the different items in the store, and friendly and down to earth. It’s a great little place to kill some time, buy some gifts, or finding fun things for yourself. Definitely stop in and support the local artists, students, etc.

I love coming to this shop with my daughter. They have the coolest gifts and unique items. I purchased some crazy socks, t shirts and my wife found an amazing necklace. I look forward to coming back here again as they get new things all the time. Thanks Paul for teaching me about leather and Julian was great.

Super cute boutique that sells affordable gifts (for others or yourself!) from small vendors. It’s nice to have a nice shopping option in the area since the closest locations for boutiques is in Burlingame and those are waaay too spendy for me.
I already picked up a $ 12 scarf and a few fun cards. Was tempted by some jewelry too but managed to use some willpower to leave the store.

This place is awesome so many cool things and it’s always great to support small business owners.

Im not a big shopper, but this store is a pleasant suprise. They have many unique gift items here. There are jeweleries hanging from a nice display, clothings, wooden watch (personal fav), cards, games, toys, soap, and a lot more. You will find yourself pretty amused here.
San Mateo downtown lacks places to shop, but this store is perfect to get a gift and then go join your friends for dinner

My boyfriend saw this shop before and thought I’d like it so we stopped by today. It’s a wonderful little shop — some of the stuff was really cool, the décor was very nice, the owners were very nice and informative, I picked out two rings and a candle and walked out a super happy customer.
Now, why only 2 stars here?
After liking their shop so much, I went online and decided to checkout their store at
. Then I saw, the two rings I got in store, at $ 22 each, are part of their SOON-​TO-​BE SPRING SALE for $ 14, and $ 12. Their page didn’t say this sale is web exclusive, and I feel like since they advertise their online store in store and it seems like the online store carries the same stuff as their actual store, I don’t understand the drastic price difference. I feel kinda cheated now… maybe it’s just me being overly sensitive about this, but I’m not sure if I’d go back to the store again because of this.
But if you can look pass the price difference, this is a pretty cool shop.

This shop is so awesome. Lots of neat handmade stuff. So glad I came across this place! Definitely recommend this place!

Hands down the cutest boutique shop I have seen in San Mateo! Especially the sunglasses. I’ve always been a fan of sunglasses and the ones here are fashionable, exquisite, and affordable. The girl who works here is also super stylish and friendly and will give you candid recommendations of their products!

This pop up shop is such a gem to Downtown San Mateo. I love dropping in and seeing what new and cute pieces of jewelry they have laid out (and there are many). A great place for holiday shopping!

Hip, charming and conveniently located in downtown San Mateo, this new pop up is a breath of fresh air to the city. They’re only open throughout the holidays so come by before they leave.