This sophisticated mall is a magnet for discerning shoppers from all over the Bay Area, both North and South. Its European-style gardens and outdoor markets exude elegance, and the many cafes and bakeries offer welcoming spots to relax over a light snack and a cup of coffee, before resuming the shopping frenzy. It houses department stores like Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom along with the outlets of Apple, Banana Republic, Bath and Body Works, Hugo Boss, Gap, Janie and Jack, Louis Vuitton and Victoria's Secret among many others.
Bella James is popular among the beautiful ladies of San Jose for their elegant dresses and pretty shoes. Every piece of accessories or clothing item on their rack is an immaculate juxtaposition of contemporary styles woven into conventional textures and fabric. Dresses, tops, skirts, pants try anything here, they have got it all right. This is the place to find unique pieces that you will otherwise not find any place else. The employees here are very friendly; trust them on their opinions like you would trust a good friend. At Bella James you will find clothes that you will actually wear and not just hang inside your closet.
Tommy Bahama is quite popular for the range of vibrant casual wear it offers. Housed within the Stanford Shopping Center, their Palo Alto store stocks a wide variety of apparel for men. The store is full of great options to wear on vacations. Also on offer is a good selection of lounge wear, beach wear and swim wear along with gorgeous accessories like sun glasses and handbags. If you're heading for a vacation, best stop at Tommy Bahama before packing; you're sure to find nifty things here!
It's impossible that you haven't shopped from Macy's at least once. This department store has outlets in practically every corner of the country, with this one in Palo Alto being one of them. Why venture out somewhere else when you can fulfill all your shopping needs under one roof? At this large store, you can shop for everything from garments for men, women and kids, fragrances and accessories, as well as home articles such as bedding, dinnerware, along with make-up, jewelry and luggage.
If designer and couture brands are your dream, but you don't have the kind of resources to be buying a Chanel every other day, then some rummaging around at this store might help. Fillmore & 5th is a designer consignment store, with the main outlet in San Francisco and another in Palo Alto. You are bound to find a great collection of garments, as well as accessories and shoes at this store, with most of them being available at very good rates. See it to believe it.
This local repository of retro 60s and 70s-style clothing has got it all. Don't go to a disco party in Silicon Valley without shopping here first. The place even has a second-hand tuxedo section. Whether you have kids who see the 1970s as a historical curiosity or you are a retro fan, you will spend much more time in this place than you originally anticipated. Find long-sleeved silk monstrosities of the Disco Era to orange sport coats from 1975. There are equal amounts of attire here for men and women and, of course, service with a smile.
The in-house tailors will make alterations while you wait and you will be impressed by the dedication to service as well as the extent of the stock. The Cassara family is legendary in this area and the style just can't be beat. Quality hand tailoring like this just is not found that often in San Jose. You can even make an appointment to meet with a qualified expert to discuss your needs. Expertise down to each and every stitch is the policy here. The place comes highly recommended.
The Flora Grubb Gardens offers a wide selection of exotic plants and palm trees. If you are planning to do up your garden and want only the best for it, this is the right place to look for. Flora Grubb specializes in palm tree installations and also have expertise in designing landscape. 'Queen Palm', 'Pindo Palm' and 'Senegal Date Palm' are some of the featured palms in the garden.
It is a second hand bookstore in downtown Saratoga operated by the volunteers of the Friends’ Library. The store is packed with a wide selection of interesting books as well as CD's, DVD's, VHS, Audio books, sheet music and records all at good rates. There are also comfortable seating arrangements where visitors can enjoy the classical music while reading the books.
For fabulous women's shoes, She She Stores is a great find. It features the latest collections of many fresh and fun designers, all of whom have some kind of sexy, vibrant theme to their designs. Don't get confused, it is far away from fetish, embracing subtle class instead. You'll find python sling backs, patent leather pumps, dark denim sandals and classic go-with-everything boots. Hype, Esprit, Greater L.A. and dozens of other celebrated labels fill the stacks here. Drop in and dress your feet in their trendy best!
Located inside the Westfield Valley Fair, this upscale collectibles shop stocks a vast array of ladies' shoes, sandals, belts, compacts, purses and jewelry. You will also find loads of decorations at Brighton Collectibles, especially attractive wine glass sets. The entire store is decked up in auburn-colored wood and it is a great place for browsing. The wonderful ladies who work in the place go out of their way to help you out with whatever you are looking for.
Allied Arts Guild is a complex of artist studios, shops, restaurant, and gardens in Menlo Park, California. It is used as a venue for both public and private events. Since 1929, this place has been open to artists for showcasing their beautiful art and also as retail space for the public to view and purchase their creations. The artists groups here include jewelry designers , fashion designers, interior designers etc. Besides the artistic shops, Allied Arts Guild is is also a perfect place to host a party.