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Updated 11/3/07
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| 1865Co.com |
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San Francisco |
Take a look at this growing online retailer of African American themed gift products. As they say it, "Our mission is to inform and inspire through unique and luxurious mementos of the African American experience past, present and future." High end...nice. |
| 6pm.com |
men: shoes |
(online) |
Shoes for men. My buddy hipped me to this site. I haven't checked it out yet, but I trust his opinion. it's the same guys that run the zappos.com (designer shoes) site. This one is supposed to be the discount version. |
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m/w: clothing |
San Francisco |
Opened September 2007. Not for those on a budget. |
| Bloomingdale's |
dept store - m/w |
San Francisco,
Palo Alto |
Men, you can always get the designer stuff anywhere and spend more than you should. Try items under their private label, Metropolitan View, when available. |
| Bluefly.com |
m/w: clothing |
(online) |
Online convenience, selection, and pricing. "The ultimate hook-up for the fashion obsessed. " |
| Branchar & Lewis |
spa: m/w |
San Francisco |
It's a day spa for men and women. I've never been, don't know much about this place, but it's a wild card that I want you to check out for me. Let me know... |
| Burlington Coat Factory |
m/w: clothing |
San Francisco,
San Leandro, Dublin,
Daly City, Pleasant
Hill |
Uh huh, stick your nose up in the air if you like, but it's amazing what you can pick up here for pennies. Don't expect customer service or neatly stocked shelves, but you'll leave with your wallet intact and bags full. |
| College Ave @ Chabot |
women/kids: clothing |
Oakland |
Always plenty of great shopping in the Rockridge area. In particular, this corner is perfect for stylish trendy Moms. Try Twenty Two Shoes, Viva Diva, and Iniam for Mom (great for singles too!). Then Milk, Child's Play and Cotton and Company for junior. |
| Deep Sole for Men |
men: clothing |
Oakland |
Trendy, but not so out there that a guy in his forties needing some style will look like he's in a crisis...if he selects wisely. |
| FiveTen Studio New |
furniture |
Oakland |
Avant-garde new gallery/furniture store in Old Oakland. |
| Gimme Shoes |
m/w: shoes |
San Francisco |
Prices are steep, but the syles are cool, forward, unique. Catch them for the sales. |
| Home Theatre Direct |
m/w: audi/visual |
(online) |
Referred by a buddy of me. He used them to custom outfit his new home. Said they are fantastic...pricing, service and product. But buyer beware. Will no local store, on site consultation and returns would be challenging, especially after installation! |
| Huf |
m/w: sneakers |
San Francisco |
This is where you find all the ones that make you say, "I wonder where they got those." |
| Jeremy's |
m/w: clothing |
Oakland/San Francisco |
After you hit College @ Chabot, head north on College towards Berkeley and stop at Jeremy's where you'll find "top notch clothing at steep discounts." My kind of place. |
| McMullen New |
women: clothing |
Oakland |
Watch for this women's boutique, coming in November to 4395 Piedmont Avenue. The word is that you'll see "chic and savvy women's clothing, jewelry, handbags and accessories." Tell Sherri that Michael D sent ya! |
| Mr. Barbershop New |
men: barber
m/w: bar/lounge |
San Francisco |
I don't get my hair cut here, or anywhere because I do it myself. However if I didn't, and I lived in SF, I would probably stop through for the unique unbeatbale combo of bar/lounge/barbershop. Doesn't hurt that it's next door to Rubicon. |
| Nob Hill Foods New |
m/w: grocer |
Alameda |
This new store snuck in a few months ago, and is a little hard to find (perfect) but it's avery welcome change from some "other" local chains. |
| Overstock.com |
m/w: clothing |
(online) |
Online convenience, selection, and pricing. |
Podium
2415 Chestnut St |
women: clothing |
San Francisco |
It's rare and I mean rare (this is a first), that you'll catch me commenting on women's fashion. However, I must admit that the new haute hostess aprons by Elizabeth Scokin are pretty sharp! If you're going to wear an apron with company present, why not wear it with style, especially with the holidays around the corner? |
| Rare Device |
gift boutique |
San Francisco |
Behind a tiny FoCo doorframe (that’s the Four Corners of the Castro, Mission, Hayes, and Downtown), the charming boutique beams with goods — more from Daily Candy... |
| Saks Men's Store |
men: clothing |
San Francisco |
Saks is Saks, but like Bloomingdale's it isn't the designer lines here, it's the private label goods that I love. Great quality, stylish, and good value. |
| Santana Row |
m/w: clothing
m/w: dining
m/w: bar/lounge |
San Jose |
Hopefully one of these days, some of you Northerners will make that "oh so long" whopping 45 minute drive waaay down South to discover the best outdoor boutique shopping and dining experience in the Bay Area...by far. |
| (Tailor) |
m/w: tailor |
Oakland |
One of these days I'll let you guys know about the best tailor in town. This person is the best at alterations, reasonably priced and NEVER requires more than one fitting to get it right. If I let you know who it is, I won't get the quick turn around that I get now! |
| Thread |
women: clothing |
San Francisco |
Shopping event on Dec 16 |
| Verse |
m/w: sneakers |
Oakland |
A stylish athletic footwear shop on 9th in Old Oakland has moved in. |
| Westfield SF Centre |
m/w: shopping mall |
San Francisco |
Bring your big wallet, and the "food court" is likely the best you'll ever experience. |
| Whole Foods New |
m/w: grocer |
Oakland |
I'm not fond of grocery shopping, but the new Whole Foods megastore in Oakland has won me over. Food prep is amazing, selection is outstanding, service great...love it. |
| Zappos.com |
m/w: shoes |
(online) |
Good online shoes and accessories selection. Good for finding that style or color that wasn't available in the stores. |
