Island Proper Boutique - Beaufort, North Carolina

Paul S.

Nice selection of clothes workers were friendly to me and other customers

Ramilyn T.

This was my second time here in the last 3 years, and just like my first time, I was ignored as soon as I walked and throughout the entire time in the shop. Like many other reviewers have said, the staff are selective with who they greet and do come off snobby. It is very odd to me because none of the other shops I frequent showcase this kind of poor service. This could be that the staff are very young and inexperienced with good customer service, or they are profiling people. Either way, it is unfortunate as this store does have the potential to be more with its wide range of upscale clothing designs and accessories.

Colleen R.

Would generally agree with other reviewers who've pegged this place as overpriced and unfriendly. Not even department stores sell Free People at full retail pricing. I stopped in because I was killing time just wandering through Beaufort; I suppose I wasn't dressed the part, as the staff was a bit rude. I would've hung around and shopped longer if I felt welcome there because there were some cute deals once I picked through a few racks, but I did not feel like the cashier was asking to hold my stuff up front in an effort to be helpful. It's a real shame because I want so much to support local businesses, but if I'm gonna be treated like a thief just because I'm wearing walking clothes, I have no idea how this place is going to survive in a town that thrives on tourism.

Leslie H.

Always our "go to" store in Beaufort for most any event we have coming up and need the perfect dress, outfit or accessory! Love the brands they carry- great inventory! You won't find better customer service - I so appreciated the special care and responsiveness when needing to return something. Love Island Proper!

G. F.

We loved this store! The staff were very kind and helpful. My wife found a nice pair of her favorite sandals in the outfitters. She loves the olukhai sandals she purchased here! She also purchased a nice outfit for our vacation dinner!

Jason K.

Walked in with my kids and wife. My wife held our one-year old the entire time we were there while my 5-year old daughter walked around with me. At one point my daughter ended up on the other side of the store but she was just walking around and not bothering anyone. My wife exited the store with both kids and I was still inside, unbeknownst to the girls working there. They started talking about how terrible my kids were and how they hated when adults brought kids into the store. Once they realized I was still in there and that I heard them their response was, “it’s not our problem we don’t like kids.”

If I could give this place zero stars I would and their stuff is overpriced anyway. Go two doors down to the boutique and it’s significantly better - and kid friendly.

Charly M.

Island Proper is easily one of my favorite shops in Beaufort. Every time I go in, I find a new treasure that I love. Although it can be a bit pricey, the products are name brand and in my opinion are worth every penny. The employees are pleasant and always help me find what I need.

Rick P.

Over the years we've stopped in here 6-8 times, my wife browsing and making a few casual, unplanned purchases. I usually follow her and observe. I always leave this place a little annoyed by the staff's air of disdain and aloofness. This usually occurs, and is tolerated, because the culprits are related to the owners.