Ron and I met my son Brandon in Berkeley recently for lunch. We dined at Iyasare and then strolled the 4th Street shops. I wanted to show Brandon the Top Drawer store. I knew he’d love it. The shop sells special journals, watercolors, pens, slippers, a few travel bags, a few accessories.
Elegant. Curated. Special.
Many items hail from Japan and France. Think: quality.
He bought a journal he “didn’t need, but loved the color.” I can’t think of a better reason to buy a journal. Writing in that juuuuuust right journal can be just as satisfying as the writing itself.
I find strolling the 4th Street shops invigorating. I love the vibe: the brisk Bay air, the quirky finds, the funky designer clothes.
We all spent most of our time in the Builder’s Booksource book store. Such a gem! I love to see so many of my favorite books prominently displayed—proof that this is the book store for me. Here, they display unconventional and intriguing choices in the forefront.
I came away with One Color a Day: A Daily Art Practice and Visual Diary.