LUXURY Dewey Monument in San Francisco’s Union Square SFMADE UNION SQUARE This historic park is the heart of San Francisco’s downtown shopping and hotel district. Virtually every top fashion label in the world has set up shop in and around Union Square. Its extensive collection of luxury stores includes Neiman Marcus, Macy’s, Tiffany & Co. and St. John Knits. Take a stroll down its charming alleyways for more hidden treasures. Maiden Lane, a “pedestrian only” street from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., features outdoor cafés and upscale retailers like Chanel and Marc Jacobs. Saunter south on Powell Street to reach Uniqlo, which features stylish and colorful basics. Head east on Post to find local favorite Gump’s, which has distinctive housewares, clothing and accessories. For those who fancy classics with an edge, Brooks Brothers Group offers clothing, sportswear, accessories and shoes, or make a timely purchase at Tourbillon. After a full day of shopping, enjoy an evening in Union Square when its theaters and cocktail lounges light up. 66 WESTFIELD SAN FRANCISCO CENTRE A two-block walk from Union Square, this indoor mall offers a mix of acclaimed brands and local treats. It’s home to more than 200 shops and restaurants, including the second-largest Nordstrom in the U.S., the West Coast’s flagship Bloomingdale’s, H&M and more. Recent additions include the made-in-America-focused Makers Market to TAP (415), a restaurant by the team from Twenty Five Lusk. Finish the day with a spa treatment or movie on level five, or head back down to level four for the mall’s signature happy hour under the building’s breathtaking glass-dome ceiling. Prisma Guitars CLOCKWISE: iStock; Prisma Guitars; Westfield San Francisco San Francisco is a city known for its creativity, innovation and scrappy ingenuity. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the products manufactured right here in the city. For an overview of who’s making what in San Francisco today — including artisanal chocolate, fine wine and spirits, handcrafted furniture, custom bicycles, trendy clothing and just about anything else you might want — visit SFMade.org. The nonprofit organization supports local micro-manufacturers. It also provides product and maker listings, plus an event schedule for its workshops, factory tours and pop-up shops. Or, check out the annual SFMade Week in May and the SFMade Holiday Gift Fair in December featuring more than 60 local vendors. Westfield San Francisco Centre Atrium . sftravel.com
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