Shop Girl
Zara, Union Square
When I went to Europe for my honeymoon, we couldn’t get away from Zara. Every city we visited had one. A few months later, I spotted Zara in Hong Kong as well. Then New York City. And Los Angeles. So what about San Francisco?!
Apparently, I wasn’t the only one thinking that. In the summer of 2005, the Spanish retailer finally brought its affordable and trendy clothes to the Bay Area. Zara’s Union Square store offers women’s, men’s and children’s clothing. For women, the wardrobe options runs the gamut here — from jeans and t-shirts, to tailored wool overcoats and evening dresses. Be on the lookout for accessories as you weave through the racks and shelves.
Given its moderate prices, it’s no surprise that the three-story shop is usually bustling. My only complaint is that they tend to be low on small sizes (I found this to be true at other Zaras I’ve visited, too). But, if you can fit into the children’s sizes — which go up to size 16 — you should definitely check out that department for even better pricing on clothing and shoes.
Zara
250 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 399-6930
