I was in town for my annual business trip to San Francisco. In the down time I had, my fiance and I wandered around looking for any unique jewelers since our wedding was coming up soon. We went into all the big names (Cartier, etc.) into the upscale stores, and finally the independent designers. Most sales people disregarded us, as we're a fairly offbeat and unconventional looking couple, not to mention we appear very young. So we were brushed off in most places or treated utter disdain at others.
Pros: Vast selection, incomparable quality.
Cons: Pricey but worth every penny.
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