Clothier Japanese-American Alec Nakashima honors the Japanese aesthetic with his company’s stylish unisex jacket.

Get your fill of theater, music, history, and food in the downtown Berkeley Arts District.

Entrepreneur Leigh Rawdon finds success with her mission-oriented children’s wear company, Tea.

It’s a modern romance-retail tale in which the proprietor, Carolyn Liu, shares some business and relationship advice for Millennials.

Plus, shining a spotlight on Aiken on Fourth Street and saying goodbye to NEEKO.

These made-to-order timepieces are crafted as accessible heirlooms by John McConnico, an architect for the wrist.

Tucked between North Berkeley and Downtown Berkeley is a bustling community of arts, healing, shopping, and delicious treats.

Geana Sieburger’s aprons, smocks, jumpsuits, and reusable coffee filters are beautiful inside and out.

Smoothies and stylish workout wear at Ride Oakland, artists and an art fair at Abrams Claghorn Gallery, and concerts and art at Charles R. Vineyard.

Yetunde Olukoya, owner and designer at Ray Darten, brings some color and uniqueness to the shopping destination.