The Islander

Amazing store! I was in on a busy busy monday night (8÷17÷15) around 9pm and the store was jammed! I snagged 3 sweaters, two pairs of shoes for 40 percent off, and 2 pairs of pants that were also 40 percent off. The staff was amazing and I would give their services a A++++. A young stylish girl in the dressing room helped me pick out clothes that flattered my body, and retrieved sizes when I asked without hesitation. Another stylish girl in shoes was SO helpful and smiley, and geared me toward the more comfortable shoes. The two girls at the register not only were so sweet, but when i asked recommendations for where i should go for dinner the following night with my husband they offered a list of restaurants. They also were fast and efficient in ringing me up, wrapping the clothes in a hott pink tissue paper, and even giving me a paper bag rather then plastic.
The store was packed, and as I watched the staff, they did an amazing job keeping the store neat and answering and helping all the millions of customers in there. Wonderful place and I cant wait to return.

I have been buying clothes from here for many many years and every single time i shop there the girls behind the register are extremely RUDE. They have a bad rep when it comes to customer service. The girls that work there talk amongst themselves and never acknowledge you. Everyone ive spoken to over the years agrees that the workers there are extremely rude. Would it kill you girls to say hello and smile when a potential customer walks in? LOSE THE ATTITUDE and you’ll sell more

Best store on the island! :) I always get the cutest and very unique clothes here! They have a great selection of women clothing from casual to dressy for all different age groups! Their shoes are the best, they are always on trend and I usually get a pair every single summer! Great accessories and jewelry, great staff, and a great gifts section! :)

On a busy Friday night of Labor Day weekend every staff member in the store was so friendly and helpful. I have worked on the boardwalk in OC for several years and know very well how many places are understaffed at this time because many college kids are going back to school. It’s very easy for a store to struggle and look messy or the girls begin to have an attitude but both my sister and myself were vey happy and pleased with our experience and purchases there. We actually came in several times before this month because the store is so inviting and neatly organized. Very clean, very clear, and very well priced. We will absolutely be back!

Today was my first time hearing about the place and being inside.
Pros: I was excited because I love free people and the home décor stuff I found inside. Pretty big selection on shoes which is pretty rare for a boutique. The store was also merchandised very well.
Cons: the employees. As soon as I walked in there were two workers standing by the register and looked at my friend and I as if we were intruding and then turned around. No hello or anything. There were a few other people in the store trying to figure out a few things, as the girls working there just looked at them and carried on.
The WORST part was when I even heard a worker COMPLAINING ABOUT THE CUSTOMERS! She was saying how ridiculous it was that a person tried to return their Big Buddha bag. She was saying how «obviously it’s not that great of a bag» and how her lining ripped within one of the first wears and how dare the customer even do that because «This isn’t macys.» I couldn’t even believe what I heard. Talking badly about the product being sold in the store AND the customer. Let alone having this conversation in front of a handful of other customers.
It was a pretty sad experience. I wanted to really like it because I liked the brands being sold, but I can get them at other boutiques and stores with much nicer employees.

The Islander is a staple on the Ocean City boardwalk where you can find housewares, jewelry, women’s shoes and clothing. The owners Barb & Doc have run this store for many years and still continue to oversee the day to day operations. They also have a very helpful staff of girls, many of whom have been working in the store since high school. I always enjoy browsing the unique collection of items on sale here and love the relaxed vibe of the store with it’s music and look. I like that I can always find someone to help me with my shopping needs, but I don’t feel overwhelmed by the sales girls or pressured to buy something. Amanda, Chelsea, and Brianna are standout employees with their high energy and friendly spirit.
What sets this store apart is also the selection of trendy but affordable clothing. With brands like Vintage Havana, Free People, Ya, Sanuk, and Lucky Brand, I can find a casual sundress to wear during the day or something to dress up for a night out. With the OC boardwalk flooded with cheap t-​shirt shops it is wonderful to have somewhere I can go to find real clothing.

Very nice merchandise but after many years of shopping here, I have yet to see/​hear/​meet a friendly employee.

Cute stuff that’s pretty well priced. The best (and only?) boutique on the boardwalk where you can find unique pieces that aren’t beachwear. I do have a gripe, however. The customer service was horrible! There was no one greeting despite the fact that there were three people on the floor and one right in front of the door. The worst part was that the three women at the cash register were chatting with each other the entire time customers were being rung up. There was no acknowledgment of the person standing right in front of them! The only person giving any service was the young, helpful girl in the dressing room. 4.5 stars for the eclectic selection. But minus 1.5 for terrible service by the front staff.

Islander is the only store on the boardwalk where you can buy cute outfits. I have spent many dollars at this place. In fact, the reason I am writing a review now is because I just dropped some dinero there and I decided to review.
Helpful hint: they do markup items BIG TIME. No big designers are in Islander, it’s mainly boutique style clothing. I needed a few items for this weekend so I purchased them today, BUT, I fell in love with a cute dress by a designer I never heard of. I just went online and bought it for $ 60 cheaper. Islander knows they are the only spot in OCNJ for cute threads. If you need an outfit asap, pay the markup. Otherwise, look around online, guaranteed you can get it much cheaper.

The Islander is the only serious store on the Boardwalk (think: not sweatshirts that say Lifeguard and not umbrella hats).
It is a super cool, original store — but the problem is no one wants to spend serious money on the beach or they would go to the Pier in Atlantic City.
You’ll find Free People threads, Sanuk and Rainbow sandals, Quicksilver and other men and women clothes for twentysomethings and teens. They have really cute gifts like candles, bath salts and beach crossword puzzle books.