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San Francisco Shopping at Hayes Valley

Posted by SFCA.com on Jun 13th, 2009 and filed under Shopping Guide. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry

s1Hayes Valley is unlike the conventional modern-day shopping districts of San Francisco. It is one of the few San Francisco shopping spots that have managed to retain a sense of traditional outlook. It has not obliged to the rampant commercialization that is apparent in other parts of San Francisco. Hayes Valley has many shopping alleys that are non-exclusive but are great to just browse through or shop. Unlike the usual San Francisco shopping districts, these stores are not keen on spending too much on advertising or branding. Thus, the price tags are amazingly lower.

Hayes Valley offers a unique San Francisco shopping experience in the form of small stores offering authentic ethnic art and imported ceramics, such as the ones displayed by F. Dorian & Art Options. Other recommended San Francisco shopping venues in Hayes Valley include:

The African Outlet (524 Octavia Street) — this is one of the most prized shops in Hayes Valley and has managed to retain a very distinct flavor. It offers a unique San Francisco shopping opportunity, having an amazing display of African folk art and crafts. Folks who are searching for great deals on ceiling spills, statues, woven fabrics, drums, incense sticks and traditional apparel wear as a part of their San Francisco shopping should definitely try this outlet.

Arlequin Wine Merchant (384 Hayes Street) — those who are new to the San Francisco shopping experience may know of this renowned wine shop. However, this is a perennial favorite among the locals here and is regarded as a specialty shop in terms of sourcing authentic wines.

Evelyn’s Antique Chinese Furniture (381 Hayes Street) — this shop is recommended to art lovers and those are inclined towards antique furniture. Evelyn has been a resident antique outlet at Hayes Valley. Visiting this amazing place should be a part of everyone’s San Francisco shopping plans. Most of the antique furniture is sourced from the interiors of China and at prices that are shockingly low.

Those who are looking for the best in contemporary home décor should shop at Friend. This reputed Hayes Valley store is known to stock the best in designer home furnishings that are locally sourced from San Francisco and neighboring areas.

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Fabuloid (336 Hayes Street) — a San Francisco shopping expedition cannot be complete without picking a few pieces of whacky and some arty sportswear displayed by local designers at this creative clothing store.

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