It is with a sad heart (one can leave their heart in so many wonderful places in San Francisco) that I received the news that Gumps is closing, as in, they are going out of business. The store has been a Union Square destination shopping spot since the 1890s. I was thrilled to go in…
Tag: Bay Area icons
June Flags are Flying on Market Street
Another year has gone by, and it’s June in San Francisco. We’re going to fly our rainbow flags, and celebrate our LGBTQ friends and loved ones. I love a parade!
The Stairs at Britex Fabrics
More photos of the new Britex location soon. For now, here’s a shot of the stairs, looking down from the second floor.
Gump’s on Post Street
How do you describe Gump’s to someone who has no idea what this traditional San Francisco shopping place is? I say, it’s an inimitable emporium that delights all the senses at once! I lucked out and got to hang off a fire escape on Post Street and get this early Saturday morning shot. They’ve been…
San Francisco Iconography: the Britex Fabrics Sign
“If you can’t find it at Britex, you probably don’t need it” –various Britex customers.
