Bonjour Jolies!
I come to you from 30,000 feet on a plane headed east :)
Many of you have asked for shopping recommendations in San Francisco and LA.
So without further adieu----I bring you the Brocantess Best of.....starting with SF.
Held the first Sunday of each month, this is an absolute must. If you are planning a trip you owe it yourself to work it in around this market. You will not be disappointed. Just remember it can be chilly by the water so bring a jacket!
HAYES STREET---My favorite location and where I head to first :)
Cotton Sheep---572 Hayes St, btwn Laguna & Octavia
LOVE this Japanese clothing store!!!!!!! The items have the most amazing detail, soft fabrics and beautifully muted colors. I simply can not say enough about the items. Whether you are looking for a long T to wear over leggings (theirs are DEVINE!) or something less casual they are worth the trip. Beautiful socks with tiny bows to peek out of the back of your shoes and delicate jewelry.
She also carries soft,unique kids clothing. Miss Parker is about to receive a floral organic cotton bib and pink strawberry socks from them :)
Paolo Shoes---524 Hayes St
Beautiful Italian shoes. Flats are as gorgeous as the heels and boots. Always different from what you find in the mass merchandising world.
My favorite place to have a drink. Great cocktails! Try the Citron Lemonade. It's a fizzy alcoholic version and is AMAZING!
Caffe delle Stelle---395 Hayes St
Wonderful Italian dishes and fresh fish. I've never had a bad meal here.
On the street behind Absinthe. Amazing desserts and the food is good too :) Seriously, how can you not love the name of the restaurant?
Head for the 500 block of Hayes and just walk toward the 300 block. You will find plenty to keep you interested, even if there is a bit of gap in the 400 block area.
POLK STREET
Smoke Signals Magazines--2223 Polk St, btwn Bonita & Vallejo
Hands down the best magazine store in town if you are looking for foreign titles. They carry a huge selection of European fashion and decorating titles.
Swallowtail Antiques-2217 Polk St., btwn Vallejo & Green
Great place to browse and right by the magazine store. Some of the items are too modern for my taste, but I have found great accessories here.
There is also an adorable shop in the 2300 block of Polk that I can not remember the name of . It is toward the end of the block on the opposite side of the street from the 2 listings above and carries beautiful cards, gifts and decorations. Think glitter, white, pink and cream and you have the idea. It's worth the walk to see if it is still there.
If you are hungry there are several cute restaurants and French bakeries within a block south.
FERRY BUILDING
If you are looking for a one stop place to find a restaurant, this is it. 2 of my favorite restaurants are here.
Slanted Door
My favorite place to eat. Have the Shaken Beef. That's all I have to say.
Taylor's RefreshersPerfect burgers, fries and shakes. Always a line, but well worth it.
Many other restaurants and shops in the building as well as a local farmer's produce market. 
You never know what you will find here!
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