Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
abercrombie kids is opening next month on August 16th at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where Gymboree used to be. Check out their online selection here.
1561 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
The home theater installer Pro Home Systems which relocated next door a couple of years ago in downtown Walnut Creek has closed.
The Mercer, Walnut Creek
The women’s fashion boutique VICI, with locations in Newport Beach and Walnut Creek, is expanding at the The Mercer apartments in downtown Walnut Creek late summer. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
OUR CLOTHING is a curated collection of Women’s & Young Contemporary brands. Offering a range of casual pieces to beautiful statement dresses, VICI is known for eye catching patterns, on trend colors and beautiful drapes. Our style is always changing, growing and embracing new trends that meet the needs of our clientele. Our passion is styling for the busy mom, working woman, and Pinterest loving fashionista, keeping you chic and always comfortable.
495 Hartz Ave, Danville
A new popup salon and photo studio called Stay Polished opened recently in Danville. Check out their services here. They will be at this location through February, 2020. I’ve never seen a salon combined with a photography studio before; this is a great idea to be able to get professionally taken photos for the local community!
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
The pet shop George opened their fifth location recently at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Check out their products here.
From their website:
With their fox terrier as both inspiration and focus group, and a couple of very cool designers as co-conspirators, Bobby and Lyndon went to work. (Oh, and let’s not forget the cadre of bossy, feline-fancying friends who acted as consultants). Pretty soon, there was an entire line of eye-catching accessories and baked-from-scratch treats for all manner of quadrupeds and natty gear for those who walk upright.
1571 Botelho Dr, Walnut Creek
Last December we learned that Scout & Molly’s Boutique was closing in downtown Walnut Creek and now Riki Dalal Bridal House has opened in this spot.
From their website:
For over 40 years Dalal’s mission was simple – Create the dream dress for every bride coming into her shop. That did not change over the years. Using her trademark style – Daring backs, tight rears, deep necklines, and intricate detail – Made Riki Dalal well-known among the more sophisticated brides in her home town.
Agora at South Main, Walnut Creek
According to the latest city permit information The Shade Store is coming to downtown Walnut Creek in the Agora at South Main apartment complex, right next to Pacific Catch. The Shade store opened a couple of months ago in Lafayette. Check out their online gallery here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The beauty supply store Sephora temporarily closed their existing Broadway Plaza location in Walnut Creek and will be reopening this Friday, June 7th around the corner where Makers Market used to be. Four years ago Sephora got a facelift at this location so I wonder what changes are in store.
The Veranda, Concord
For several years people have been lamenting the closure of the Walnut Creek Barnes & Noble but good things come to those who wait with the long awaited opening tomorrow, May 22nd, of a new Barnes & Noble store at the Veranda shopping center in Concord. Although the 12,000 square foot one story store is smaller than the Walnut Creek location, thanks to a new contemporary design featuring low profile bookcases, tall ceilings and spacious aisles it feels much larger and airy. In addition to a Starbucks cafe to the side there is outdoor seating, a communal table, comfortable chairs and counter top seating by the window which includes both outlets and even USB ports for charging. So as long as you can grab a parking spot this will be a great place to hang out.
The children’s section at the back left includes a large DUPLO LEGO activity table with plenty of reading selections for kids. There are also record, Nook, stationery, gift and other sections as well as a wide selection of non fiction and fiction books including regional recommendations targeted to local interests. Interestingly, in addition to publicly available kiosks where you can search for in stock books employees will also be roaming around with tablets where you can get help and best of all, pay for your books right there with no need to wait in line which is great!
Watch for book signings and community events at this space with Claire Booth, author of The Branson Beauty and other books appearing this Sunday, May 26th. Don’t forget to check plenty of photos of the inside including the children’s area and more after the jump.
More photos of the inside after the jump…
Lafayette Clocktower
Luck, a “high-end clothing and lifestyle” boutique, has relocated from their tucked away Lafayette Forge location to a prime spot at Lafayette Clocktower on Mt. Diablo Blvd. This new spot is a lot more spacious and feels bright and airy with its tall ceilings and light interior. Check out their online selection here.
