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October 2021 by Fran R.
Cover Story was a small boutique we had passed while looking for patisseries in the area! What caught our eyes were the gorgeous Halloween storefront displays, and how stunning each product was! Everything was placed by someone who has a great eye for detail, making it hard to not want to stare at almost every corner of the shop. We mostly stayed near the dishes and framing selection since my friend wanted to see their tea sets and I've been on the hunt for more frames! Although we ended up not buying anything (due to going to a picnic almost immediately after) we found so many gorgeous trinkets and ideas for the future! Had we not stopped by, we wouldn't have met the sweet staff working or found such a gem of a shop. I'm so excited to see their Christmas/Holiday displays coming up soon since I had noticed a few Christmas pieces appearing toward the back of the store. It reminds me a lot of Pier 1 Imports with its unique, upscale, product selection and how everything has a bit of character to it as well. Aside from kitchenware, they sell sweaters, blankets, bears, jewelry, and much more! Our time crunch ended our trip early, but it won't be the last time I'll be here - the shop is a delight!
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January 2021 by Carolyn D
What a pleasant atmosphere and experience on Main Street near Satura. Knowledgeable friendly staff and fun to explore the boutique’s beautiful selection of linen, Simon Pierce, and novelties. Apple wallet not an option but there’s hand sanitizer for you and your card.
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August 2020 by judith f.
This is one of Los Altos finest stores. A mini Gumps!!It has beautiful crystal gifts and pfoto frames that are beautiful. This is a perfect go to for wedding gifts. It also has beautiful one of a kind jewelry gifts that when you go home you decide to keep!!! Christmas is a wonderland. Do not miss it if you are new to our lively town. As for us regulars grab your mask and we can wink at eachotherJudith Fowler
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April 2019 by Shahin M.
Great place for flowers and very friendly staff. They did my huge flower vase with a beautiful decoration. Thanks
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April 2019 by Ann Morhauser
What a dreamy store! I want to move right in. Gracious customer service, wonderful selection!
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March 2019 by Sara C.
Cover Story is my go-to spot for everyday home decor and seasonal decorations. They have the cutest holiday decorations and at a reasonable price. All incredibly well made.
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November 2016 by F. Mountain View R.
Not very friendly I've been wanting to go in Cover Story for the longest time. I live in Mountain View and my husband and i often go to downtown Los Altos for dinner and a stroll. We always passed by Cover Story and I would look in the window with wonder. But since it's downtown Los Altos, the shops close early so I never got to go in. Well today I made a point of going to downtown Los Altos to visit a few stores for the upcoming holidays and to visit Cover Story. I was hoping to score some beautiful seasonal china. I walked into the store and it was beautiful. As I was strolling through I heard another customer speaking with the sales lady. The customer was telling the sales lady about her recent trip to Iran and what an amazing time she'd had. The sales lady asked her if she was scared visiting Iran and that she would have been scared to go. The customer replied by saying she wasn't scared and that they had a fabulous time and everyone was soooo nice to them especially when they found out they're American. Let me say, that I get why the Sales Lady would be scared to visit Iran. The media and news are horrible in portraying Iranians as villains who hate Americans. I was born in Iran and my family moved here when i was 8 - 35 years ago. But I have gone back many times and had a great time and feel perfectly safe. So I asked the customer if I heard her right and if she had been to Iran recently. And she said yes. I told her I was born there and I was glad that she had a great time but not surprised because Iranians love to show their guests a great time and kill them with kindness and that I love visiting too. I told the customer that Iran is not scary and that folks get the wrong idea from the media. And that I have a great time when I visit - so great in fact that it's hard to come back. The sales lady then turned to me and said, "why don't you go back then"? I was a little taken aback. I'm not sure what she really meant by her question but I hope it was an innocent honest question. Needless to say, I didn't buying anything and I walked out of the store feeling a little strange. I love supporting local businesses but I'm not sure about going back here??
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February 2014 by Kathy B.
This store is where I get the majority of my home Decor. The candles in the store are phenomenal and the staff is knowledgeable and extremely helpful and friendly. Shop local!
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April 2013 by Dawn Thomas
I can honestly say that I have not been to housewares or gift boutique that I liked this much in quite some time. The best part is that it's right down the street from my offices, so I can easily walk down to Main Street and find elegant, quality client gifts that I would be proud to give. Cover Story even has a great selection of Le Jacquard Francais tea towels and table linens at prices that are less than if you bought them in France and carried them home. I also learned that they are opening another location in Los Gatos very soon--I believe sometime next month--which will be great for folks a little further south of Los Altos. I would seriously consider a shopping day in downtown Los Altos soon, but definitely make it a point to visit Cover Story!
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August 2012 by Ellen L.
another store in downtown los altos that i love to stop at! aside from the usual items to "cover" your mattress or couch or dining table, they have a very large selection of candles and personal products. i really love their selection of candles as they carry pillars, votives and sticks of in every size, colour, and scent. my favourite items here are the hand and body creams. they come in a variety of natural scents like olive oil and rose and feel amazing on my skin. as someone with dry and sensitive skin, i really appreciate having a hand cream that not only absorbs into my skin to deeply moisturise it, but also lasts through several hand washings. the ladies who work here are friendly and hospitable.
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July 2012 by S C S.
I am so incredibly pleased with the box spring mattress cover that Debi had made for me. The quality was outstanding. The work was meticulous. It looks perfect as part of the bed ensemble. It's so nice to have a store like this in Los Altos.
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December 2011 by Judith J.
It looks like the owners are spoofing Yelp with all of these phony positive reviews! I have been to the store many times and don't like their offerings or service. Savvy shoppers may want to note that CS does not accept returns on items they consider to be "seasonal," so gifts may not be returned or even exchanged! There are so many better places to shop in downtown LG, you don't need to waste your time or $$ here.
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May 2011 by Anacara P.
Cover Story is, in a word, elegant. It offers the finest quality items for your home. The attention to detail is amazing, and the shop gently glides from season to season with tasteful offerings of tableware, linen, gifts, silk flowers, candles, and holiday decor. Simply strolling through the shop will lift your spirits. The staff is the picture of gracious and very helpful with your decorating needs. Enjoy! AOP
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May 2011 by Caroline B.
I love this store. Everything is so beautiful. I walk in and just love to see all the pretty items and colors. The decorations are beautiful! Just a wonderful place to go. Plus the staff is so kind.
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April 2011 by Missy D.
There's so much to love at Cover Story - wonderful tableware, beautiful linens and elegant seasonal decorations. It's my first stop in Los Altos for birthday and holiday gifts, not to mention the occasional little present for myself!