Carrots
Categories: Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing [Edit]
Neighborhood: Financial District843 Montgomery St
(between Gold St & Jackson St)
San Francisco, CA 94133 (415) 834-9040
- Price Range: $$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Parking: Street
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
21 reviews
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley
"I don't know what these 1-star bitter betties are bitching about. I love this store and always have a postive experience there! Aside from…" read more »
20 Reviews for Carrots
My husband and I have been trying to got to Carrots for a while but they are always closed when we go. Luck for us it was closed Sunday and Monday, when we looked in the window there were 40% off signs. When we came in Tuesday the signs were 70% off. Which means we found some stuff we could actually afford.
This is one of the nicer boutique stores I've been too. The people are really nice and attentive but not pushy at all. I will definitely go back if only to try things on.
Dear Carrots:
I went inside today after seeing your beautiful window displays to and from work ever day. I knew I couldn't afford to buy anything as soon as I walked in, but the woman in front was so nice and helpful, and your store layout was so beautiful. I truely wish I could have bought something.
I promise that when I grow up and actually have money, I will buy at least one article of clothing from you. Really, I wanted to buy things during lunch, but your 40% off sale rack is still out of my price range. I can't afford to spend $1200 on that beautiful pink lace Peter Som dress, much less the $2100 it normally costs. I also cannot afford to spend $190 on those Notify brand jeans even though they were made of the softest denim I have ever felt... but they were also $360 regular price.
Carrots, I promise I will buy something from you when I earn a "grown up" paycheck.
With love and deepest affection,
-Steph
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wow - i finally made it into carrots today after reading many reviews about it as a great new boutique. they carry an impressive group of designers - peter som, nili lotan, rag and bone, etc. the staff was very nice and helped me with whatever i needed. its a very spacious store. i was also impressed with some of their handbags. the sales associate told me about a local designer that i liked - called 49 square miles, great bags! i will definitely be adding carrots to my list of fave boutiques.
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YOWSERS!
Drop dead gorgeous emporium. Beautiful lines of clothing. And hemorrhaging wallet. Cool website that let's you paint over the sketch too.
BEAUTIFUL STORE-
the layout is done beautifully-- we need more stores like these in SAN FRANCISCO so that our reputation among Fashion snobs (like myself) improves!
It is all about a shopping experience and CARROTS provides just that... the staff was very helpful but distant (but not aloof) They do not try to follow u like a hawk or pressure u into buying... I was offered water asap and provided with recommendations.. really sweet girls/ ladies.. The aesthetic (for men specifically) is very simple/ classic silhouettes but done in luxurious fabrics and with interesting cuts and hidden details. It is very similar to the CO OP section of BARNEYS for men....similar designers as well...
there are great candles and decedent hygiene products.... look into it
over all: highly recommended
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You don't need to be a horse or rabbit to love this store! Located in what is now my favorite area of SF,( bird's eye view of THE transamerica bldg., wonderful design stores, the best art/architectural book store on this planet, cafes, and quaint cobblestone alleys) it is a wonderful addition to SF clothing boutiques.
I first saw a write up of this store in a Thursday Styles section of the NY Times, by the way, if you want a nice once-a-week-treat without spending much $, buy the Thursday NY Times. It has all the great sections--The Arts, House and Home, and Styles. That's my little secret for the day.
Anyways, getting back to Carrots, the store was wonderfully designed and had the usual high-end designer clothing, and accessories. It was nice to see a large section devoted to local up and coming designer, Peter Som, whose clothing I absolutely LOVE but would have to inherit a fortune to buy a piece of his. They also carried interesting and unusual jewelry. I continued to the back of the store, and was surprised to find a nice little "treats bar". I wasn't sure if you were allowed to take a pastry off the tray or order drinks from what looked like a bar.
I was hoping to get a little something for my cousin during my stay in SF that was within my budget. Lucky for me, I found a nice selection of bracelets and bought her one. The nice saleslady wrapped it up beautifully and I threw in some of Carrots nice business cards and matches.
I couldn't give Carrots 5 stars, because it is reserved for my FAVORITE boutique in the world- MAC on Grove St.
I would come back here again mainly because I LOVE the location and visit other stores in the area.
You'll need more than the orange vegetable to shop here. That won't buy you much. I think the boutique should change the spelling of its name to CARATS.
CA-CHING!!
And on the third day of not smoking, I ripped out my larynx with an APPLE CORER.
KIDDING, no, I still have throbbing headaches and I usually respond to "Hey Darin, how's it going?" with a curt "FUCK.YOU." but otherwise I'm hanging in there JUST FINE, thanks.
I'm also gripped by an overwhelming desire to shove things in my mouth. Like penises. Or my fist. Or food. Why, I almost marched into Specialty's and asked them for ALL their festive gingersnap cookies, oh toss in the fucking cinnamon rolls too while you're at it, and you're mighty fine Mister Pouty Specialty's Cookie Peddler With The Five-O'Clock Shadow why don't you come up to my office and see my etchings!
Well, instead of giving in to my baser desires, I'm taking long walks during my lunch break.
Yesterday, I found myself walking to Carrots.
Maybe I'm now breathing fresh air scented with the sweet smell of hyperbole, but I'm going to go out on a limb and say Carrots is the most beautifully designed new fashion store for 2007. There are many reasons for this: the high ceilings, clean gray and brick walls, the well-placed clothes racks with ample room for browsing (are you listening, Barney's?!?), the tasteful decorative touches that don't compete with the merchandise for attention, the large dressing ROOMS (and I do mean ROOMS). But the primary reason HAS to be the lounging area complete with a bar that forms the heart of the store. Genevieve, who was a wonderful saleswoman, told me that they host many events -- trunk shows, benefits, etc.
Excellent designs abound here for both women and men: Thakoon, Helmut Lang, Narciso Rodriguez for the ladies; Yigal Azrouel, Band of Outsiders for the men; Lutz and Organic Cotton for both. They also stock an ample supply of high-end denims, candles, skincare, and some great artisanal jewelry. As with most boutiques, the women's collection out-paces the men's, but Genevieve assured me that the men's buy for the coming Spring/Summer would be more sizable.
Oh, and did I mention THE FREE CARROT CUPCAKE. That's right, bitches -- if you're sweet enough, you can get a MINI-CUPCAKE, courtesy of Kara's Cupcakes.
Because the only thing better than admiring beautiful clothes in a chic boutique is doing so while eating a carrot cupcake. Or, in my case, THIRTY.
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Sumptuous.
Thakoon, McQ, narciso rodriguez, Alberta Ferreti, Nili Lotan, ...
Sometimes you just want beautiful, pretty things. No edge, just boutique luxury. This place delivers. And how.
- clothing & accessories (mens and womens, sprinkling of shoes, jewelry)
- housewares (linens by 120 Lino)
- candles (dayna decker "chandels") ps. i have a couple of these pricey things. worth every penny. beautiful, simple, heavy glass votives.
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Carrots is a gorgeous new luxury fashion emporium (at 4000 square feet, it's more than a boutique!) right in Jackson Square. The space is well-appointed and welcoming, and the clothing lines - thinks Band of Outsiders, Rag and Bone, Helmut Lang - are displayed with a keen appreciation for retail science and layout.
Think of Carrots as a more chic and trendy sensitive Gumps, with clothing. Here's to bringing some fashionable charm to an increasingly stylish area!
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BEAUTIFUL STORE! My co-worker and I stopped by after having lunch at Boccadillos just down the street. This is a really marvelous space and the owners did a fabulous job making it a true lifestyle boutique complete with women and men's wear, jewelry, fine accessories, home decor, and yes, even a bar that serves carrot cake cupcakes (surprise surprise).
Designers include Thakoon, Alberta Ferretti, Nili Lotan, Rag and Bone, Organic cotton, and more!
This could be bad news for me because the store is literally just blocks away from my work. Retail therapy at lunch??!!
Make sure to stop by their opening party on Thursday 11/1 at 6pm!
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Probably the prettiest store that has ever existed.
The beautiful entrance takes you down a few steps to absolute luxury. The chosen brands are really amazing, including Thakoon and Peter Som for women. So puuuurddy.
The dressing rooms are little private rooms in an adjacent area off of the sales floor, which the register and - yes, it's true - a bar! Who doesn't want a drink while shopping? I don't know if it will be in use during shopping hours, but I imagine their private parties will be quite fun.
The shop is huge and full of really incredible goods. I love the unexpected placement in Jackson Square -- right by the lovely Bocadillos!
Soon to come: Sari Gueron for spring! Yessss.
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This space really caught my attention with the chandeliers and brick walls. It felt industrial and modern, slightly shabby chic. I was so happy to see them carry ProportionofBlu denim. Hours could easily be spent here. I'll be waiting for the cupcakes, were out the last time.
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Maybe it's because I lived in NYC or travel to London and Paris often but I wasn't totally taken back by it. I get what they are doing. Every store these days wants to be like Colette or Dover Street Market but they always miss it. I'm not sure if it's because when I go to these stores I think I might find that one thing that is extra special and get highly disappointed when I get there and find brand name's like Helmut Lang (that just opened it 's doors in Maiden Lane) or Goldsign jeans, Thakoon, MCQ or whatever else. I will give them this the Sales Staff is very helpful and willing. The drinks and cupcakes are sweet . I'm happy for these girls that are both in their mid twenties and doing something great teaching San Francisco about high end fashion is hard work for a city that embraces it casualness. I should know I stand out here.... Anyways I did buy some stuff
So if the Grimm's hadn't done enough with conquering the baby carrot business (Grimmway Farms in SoCal), the daughters of the one of the famed brothers thought that they would carry on the family tradition here in San Francisco...well sort of...by opening their new 4,000 completely remodeled clothing store...called Carrots of course.
Sisters Missy and Catie call it a lifestyle boutique since it will carry a women's and men's line, accessories, jewelry, bath & body, and home decor...a little bit of everything. The store officially opens with their Fall line in October and will carry lines from: Rag and Bone, Goldsign, Band of Outsiders for men and Peter Som, Thakoon, Rag and Bone, Nili Loten for women...and they are slick to say the least...perfect for going out in a city where pimp casual rules!
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Beautiful Carrots! Not your typical long, orange bunny bait. Carrots is a high, high end clothing store. It's a beautiful space, with beautiful threads, and beautiful people shopping there. The boutiques around this area are known for being perfect. And it seems as if Carrots has lived up to the perfection of Jackson Square. Even if you have to drain your account to buy one piece from the store, it is worth at least having a look around. After all Carrots are good for the eyes.
I will give the store 5 stars once I can afford something from it. But if you've got cash, blow it here. And call me, I want to come watch you do it. The clothing is ab fab.
Looks great with a very nice selection of clothing. The carrot cake 'bar' is a shtick, for sure, and one that differentiates the store effectively. Looks like they spent some dough on the place. . .wish I had more time to give a full review.
Reminds me of ARBORETUM up in Healdsburg (my favorite new store of the year), with many of the same lines, but Arboretum seems to have a more consistent 'eco' or 'ethical' theme than Carrots which carries organic lines but diffuses this impact by bringing in the usual suspects of environmentally-insensitive designers.
Both stores are great and I'm glad to have Carrots closer to home. . . a grand addition to the lagging SF fashion scene.
I'm in love. If it weren't enough that the space and the clothes make me want to move in, they have carrot cake cupcakes in their little bar area that totally turned my day around. The women's lines trend towards minimalistic silhouettes - but with an edge. They carry a number of sustainable/organic lines, which is pretty cool in and of itself, but we're also talking the softest cashmere you will ever wrap yourself in, silk knits that drape perfectly - everything is just pure luxury to the eye and touch.
the ultimate san francisco store
Carrots is interesting. They did it right space and decor wise. But is it anything new? Not at all unfortunately. Its not like you can't find the brands at other stores here in the city. The buy is okay but it could be more creative. The jewelry section leaves more to be desired, fairly plain. I'm sure they will stick around though with all the professionals with nothing better to do on their lunch breaks. I'd still rather shop in Europe.
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ambience was good, staff was nice, clothing was excellent!!!
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