Broadway Plaza

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Last week we learned that Ray-Ban would be taking over the Apex sunglasses store in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and they have now opened. Considering they are both owned by the Italian eyewear company Luxottica I’m not surprised they opened so quickly. Looks like Oakley just couldn’t compete with the allure of the iconic brand Ray-Ban. In fact, I realized after entering the store to browse I myself was wearing a pair of Ray-Bans which one of the employees kindly offered to clean for me. If you’re looking for Ray-Ban glasses this is the place to check out!

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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

APEX by Sunglass Hut opened in the initial phase (late 2015) of the Broadway Plaza redevelopment next to Macy’s and they are going to become a Ray-Ban store. Both brands are owned by the Italian eyewear company Luxottica, and APEX also carried Ray-Ban.

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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Last year the San Francisco-based, Paris-inspired clothing store Les Lunes opened in Broadway Plaza next to the fountain and they recently relocated to a much larger spot where Kit and Ace used to be. Check out their collection here.

More photos of the inside after the jump…

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Thanks to a reader for sending this Fortune article about how Lululemon-owned children’s activewear store ivivva will be closing most of their stores while still maintaining an online presence. The Broadway Plaza location in Walnut Creek will be closing on August 20th. Check for updates on their Facebook page here.

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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for pointing out that according to the latest city permit information, the Canadian skincare company Saje (founded in 1992), will be opening their first East Bay location in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. Stay tuned for updates on exactly where they will be opening… In the meantime you can check out their San Francisco store at 1913 Fillmore St.

From their website:

Our products contain pure ingredients from nature that are environmentally friendly and support the body’s natural functions. We always use 100% pure, plant derived essential oils that are sourced and distilled from all over the world—wherever the most potent species of beneficial flowers, fruits, leaves and trees grow naturally and sustainably.

We are also proud of the fact that our products are free of parabens, petrochemicals, synthetic colors and artificial fragrances. Look closely at each product label, as everything contained in a product is clearly listed. We stand behind our ingredient choices and have nothing to hide.

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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for pointing out that Kit and Ace is closing all US locations. Sure enough, the Broadway Plaza Kit and Ace, which only opened at the end of 2015, is closed. That sure was fast. Usually you see sales for some time to get rid of inventory but the inside looked like a fully stocked store!

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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The writing has been on the wall for a while now that Apple would be relocating from their location next to Tiffany in downtown Walnut Creek to Broadway Plaza ever since we learned of a new building with glass walls that was proposed last year where California Pizza Kitchen, Starbucks, Tesla and  Yogasmoga used to be. The Broadway Plaza directory now lists the Apple Store as a new addition so it’s official. Apple is relocating to Broadway Plaza in a brand new building! With Amazon opening in the fall I’m glad to see some tech focused stores opening here.

Note, you can actually see the current Apple store in the background of the above photo so they won’t be moving far.

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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Last September we learned that Old Navy would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and they have now opened across from GAP. I believe this is the first time Old Navy has opened anywhere in Walnut Creek.

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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Last month we learned that Amazon Books would be opening a physical branch (including a cafe!) in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and things are progressing as the “coming this fall” signage is up where Coach and the Go! Calendars – Games – Toys store used to be. This will be a great addition to Broadway Plaza as it’s not the usual fashion-related shop we’d normally see.

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