3568 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
In March I noted that Traction Cycling was closing in Lafayette and it looks like a temporary pop-up art gallery has opened in this space on Mt. Diablo Blvd. called Dana Art Gallery.
3568 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
In March I noted that Traction Cycling was closing in Lafayette and it looks like a temporary pop-up art gallery has opened in this space on Mt. Diablo Blvd. called Dana Art Gallery.
261 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette
Last June I noted that J. Colleen Boutique would be opening in September in downtown Lafayette where Queen Bee used to be and opening day will be this coming Monday, September 2nd according to a sign in their window. Thanks to a reader for letting me know about the new signage.
From their website:
J. Colleen Boutique is an upscale women’s clothing, jewelry, and gift boutique that will open in September of 2013. We are a special blend of the posh, chic shopping experience of Barneys New York with the treasures of high-end designer consignment. Many of our products will be made from materials found locally and/or sourced from other conscious artists. We will also be offering vintage designer wear.
Local artists, as well as artisans from around the world, will make many of the products that we will be carrying at J. Colleen Boutique. Gift items such as jewelry, upscale vintage-ware, photography, and original artwork will be showcased once a month in a private reception for the artist, their family, and friends. As there are no other shops or boutiques in Lafayette with such an array of artisans, we see a perfect opening to introduce this style of visual and mercantile experience.
Interestingly the owner Julie Rubio is a movie director and producer. Check out her IMDB page here.
Back in February I noted that the Davidson & Licht jewelry store plan on moving from Broadway Plaza to the building they own on N. Main St. where Wish and Vanessa’s Bistro used to be. Looks like progress is being made as both storefronts are completely boarded up.
A new artisan chocolate vendor called Fera’wyn’s is now at the downtown Walnut Creek farmers’ market on Locust Street on Sundays. Check out their most popular chocolates here. They look like works of art, very beautiful! I also noticed they were selling chocolate mousse as well. Their Facebook page is here.
1519 Cypress St, Walnut Creek
If you’re into electronic cigarettes you’ll appreciate a store called Just e-Cigs that opened on Cypress St. in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out this debate in the New York Times about the pros and cons of electronic cigarettes.
The musical chairs continues as Victoria’s Secret will be moving a few stores down where Bath & Body Works used to be in Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek. The opening is planned for November. In June I noted that J.Jill was also moving within Broadway Plaza so it’s interesting seeing so much action going on there recently. If I recall the new location where Bath & Body Works used to be is far smaller than Victoria’s Secret current spot.
Victoria’s Secret current location:
1364 N Main St, Walnut Creek
I noticed a public notice of application to sell alcoholic beverages on the We Olive window in Walnut Creek and it turns out they plan on offering wine tasting in addition to selling olive oil. The wine tasting section will be located in the back of the store.
photo courtesy of Michael O’Connor
A couple of weeks ago I noted that OC Watch Company would be opening soon in downtown Walnut Creek on Cypress St, and they have now opened. They offer luxury, pre-owned watches such as Rolex, Panerai and more. Check out their current inventory here.
The inside is nicely decorated:
photo courtesy of Michael O’Connor
OC Watch Company is located at 1507 Cypress St in Walnut Creek.
Adib’s Persian Rug Company is moving from their prime downtown Walnut Creek location to 1424 S. Main St. across from Kaiser Hospital on October 1st. The new location is where Clarissa Bridal used to be, next to The Pacific Bay Coffee Company. Adib’s had been at their N. Main location for 16 years but apparently rents kept rising so they decided to move. I finally checked out the inside and it’s HUGE, especially the ceilings. I wonder what will end up there. Check out their online collection here.
1359 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Back in April I noted that Mancini’s Sleepworld would be moving from their Locust St. location in downtown Walnut Creek to N. Main St. (where Giggle used to be) and they are now open in this new location.