Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The lingerie shop Soma has closed at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. In July, we learned that Canadian teen retailer Garage would be coming to this spot. Broadway Plaza still has three other lingerie stores: Third Love, Victoria’s Secret and Intimissimi (eventually).
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for pointing out that according to the latest city permits, the iconic brand Chanel is coming to Broadway Plaza where Allen Edmonds is currently located. Last week, we learned that Allen Edmonds is relocating within Broadway Plaza where Decors de France currently is. Check out other Chanel boutique locations here. Check out their online selection here. Check out Chanel history here and more about the founder here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for pointing out that the men’s shoe store Allen Edmonds is relocating within Broadway Plaza where Decors de France currently is. Although Decors de France will be closing their physical location permanently, check out their online shop here.
From their website:
We are a small, family owned business in Walnut Creek, California. We have traveled to France numerous times, and saw the need for authentic french made products in the US, so we decided to open up shop. We sell a large collection of items ranging from french made tablecloths, to organic french made soap.
Anyone interested in seeing how their shop looked like over ten years ago before Broadway Plaza was remodeled can check out this photo.
1201 S. Main St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for pointing out the construction taking place in downtown Walnut Creek where Crate & Barrel will be located, directly across from Broadway Plaza. Peeking inside shows how the old Talbot’s location will be connected to nearby stores where San Francisco Giants Dugout and Golden State Warriors Team stores used to be. Crate & Barrel are currently located at the old Neiman Marcus department store, after departing another nearby Broadway Plaza location.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that after almost a decade missing from Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, crystal store Swarovski will be returning where bareMinerals used to be. Check out their online shop here.
From their website:
Since 1895, founder Daniel Swarovski’s mastery of crystal cutting has defined the company. His enduring passion for innovation and design has made it the world’s premier jewelry and accessory brand. Today, the family carries on the tradition of delivering extraordinary everyday style to women around the world.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the Italian lingerie label Intimissimi is coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, possibly where Herman Miller was supposed to go. Check out their Instagram women’s line here, and men’s line here.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
L’Occitane en Provence opened at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Check out their online selection here.
1700 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Fertility clinic Kindbody is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where J. Rockcliff Realtors used to be. I still feel this building would make for a great pizza restaurant. Anyway, check out their services here.
From their website here:
Our goal is to make the process of going to the doctor more intuitive and empowering. Our services range from fertility treatments, including IVF and egg freezing, to gynecology, wellness, and LGBTQ+ care.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
After a six year absence, Barnes & Noble has triumphantly returned to downtown Walnut Creek with a soft opening over the weekend at Plaza Escuela. Although the the square footage is slightly bigger than the Concord location, it feels cozier thanks to the shorter ceilings. Although there is no café, there is a children’s section, a toys and games section, and quite a big manga section among the more usual genres. This is a welcome downtown addition especially since Amazon Books closed down the block. The official opening is this Wednesday, September 7th. Thanks to a reader for pointing out their only event listing here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the shoe store Allbirds is coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where half of Amazon Books used to be. They’ll be located next to Aritzia. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
After years of researching and tinkering, Tim teamed up with Joey Zwillinger, an engineer and renewables expert. Together, they crafted a revolutionary wool fabric made specifically for footwear. The outcome? An entirely new category of shoes inspired by natural materials…