Nest

The sale staff is really rude, I asked the price of a pair of gloves (which wasn’t marked) and the gentleman working there was really rude he even made an annoyed sound. He should get another job…The store is amazing but it really changes your shopping experience

They get 5+ stars for the utterly beautiful collection which seemed cultivated from my dreams. If I lived in town, I would bankrupt myself at this store. They get 0 stars for the older rouged woman handling checkout - yikes. Zero verbal communication or eye contact until it was time to pay. From the other reviews, it wasn't an unusual interaction. Bummer.

One of my favorite stores in SF. It’s a beautifully curated collection of items, from books to home decor to jewelry to clothing and even puzzles.

Fantastic little store with lots of interesting finds -- great for finding a gift for a women who's hard to buy for or something that will bring you joy for your home. Always changing selection of items and fun to browse! (Can't speak to the staff people who work here as I don't have much experience interacting with them whenever I've been in store, only basing my review off the inventory and ambience/decor of the store)

Cutest shop. Such a great collection of curated things. Amazing place to find a gift for someone! <3

Someone who works here complemented my hair and nails, then suggested a great color to try out! It looks great and lasts! 10/10

Hummm. Where do I start? Magical store with such an eclectic vibe. Vintage, books, Mexico, France. Super great colors. I had been there about 1 year ago and purchased a small tiger rug. Worth the hefty price. Sales lady was sweet.Today however, 11/3 at around 5pm, the sales people there were beyond unhappy. The Asian gentleman was sour and the older lovely lady was just lovely on the outside. Totally unfriendly and bitter. I did purchase 2 items because they were unique. I felt lucky the woman that helped at the register was sweet. Not sure I'll be going back. I think this lil cute shop needs employees with personalities.

I never leave reviews - however I have been coming to Nest for 10+ years now. The older lady working there was absolutely awful and rude; I kindly asked for some tissue paper and a small box as it is a gift store and she snapped at me twice for asking. I will not be coming back, which is very sad since I love their things. Not worth the nasty attitude.

The sale staff is really rude, I asked the price of a pair of gloves (which wasn’t marked) and the gentleman working there was really rude he even made an annoyed sound. He should get another job…The store is amazing but it really changes your shopping experience

They get 5+ stars for the utterly beautiful collection which seemed cultivated from my dreams. If I lived in town, I would bankrupt myself at this store. They get 0 stars for the older rouged woman handling checkout - yikes. Zero verbal communication or eye contact until it was time to pay. From the other reviews, it wasn't an unusual interaction. Bummer.

One of my favorite stores in SF. It’s a beautifully curated collection of items, from books to home decor to jewelry to clothing and even puzzles.

Fantastic little store with lots of interesting finds -- great for finding a gift for a women who's hard to buy for or something that will bring you joy for your home. Always changing selection of items and fun to browse! (Can't speak to the staff people who work here as I don't have much experience interacting with them whenever I've been in store, only basing my review off the inventory and ambience/decor of the store)

Cutest shop. Such a great collection of curated things. Amazing place to find a gift for someone! <3

Someone who works here complemented my hair and nails, then suggested a great color to try out! It looks great and lasts! 10/10

Hummm. Where do I start? Magical store with such an eclectic vibe. Vintage, books, Mexico, France. Super great colors. I had been there about 1 year ago and purchased a small tiger rug. Worth the hefty price. Sales lady was sweet.Today however, 11/3 at around 5pm, the sales people there were beyond unhappy. The Asian gentleman was sour and the older lovely lady was just lovely on the outside. Totally unfriendly and bitter. I did purchase 2 items because they were unique. I felt lucky the woman that helped at the register was sweet. Not sure I'll be going back. I think this lil cute shop needs employees with personalities.

I never leave reviews - however I have been coming to Nest for 10+ years now. The older lady working there was absolutely awful and rude; I kindly asked for some tissue paper and a small box as it is a gift store and she snapped at me twice for asking. I will not be coming back, which is very sad since I love their things. Not worth the nasty attitude.

This place is fab. A bit out of my jurisdiction, in an upscale neighborhood where I am barely bold enough to window-shop, but the door was open on a summer afternoon and I was drawn in. This place is *the* place to get a gift for that aunt you have that travels a ton and already has basically everything. And as I am also a well-traveled auntie I gravitated towards many things. You will be able to find something unique here. And maybe I've been in the city for too long, but I daresay it wasn't as pricey as I might have expected. The selection is well-curated and the room is eclectically decorated from floor to ceiling. Although I was not greeted when I arrived, the shopkeeper quickly noticed when I placed my items on the checkout tray and politely wrapped up and rang up my gifts, complete with a retro receipt. It would be more European to greet every customer, but it was a busy Saturday and the lack of attention didn't ruffle my feathers (as it apparently has other reviews). Overall, I am glad I stopped by, and I will be back!

My son and I came into the store excited to buy Christmas ornaments to kick off the holiday season and support a local business. We were treated like we didn't even exist in the store.... Both owners were there and didn't even bother to say hello even though I tried making eye contact with both of them. Perhaps it's time to retire ???

First and Last time shopping here. The stars are merely for the inventory. The grumpy lady who rang me up did not even acknowledge me, when I was ready to check out she grumbled something about me being "finally ready?" Ummmm. Ok??? She got cranky when I didn't tap my card properly and didn't even bother thanking me for my purchase/support of the business. I'll take my money elsewhere.

The merchandise, eccentric in it's curation, retro cool and, not onerously overpriced is a joy to discover. HOWEVER, the staff, especially the taller, more middle aged woman treats costumers as an inconvenience and something to be mocked or berated. For example when I tried to pay for my $10 treasure with a card, she said in a loud, scornful, and incredulous tone for all of the customers to hear "REALLY? You're going to pay for a $10 item with a card? *whatever*" maybe she prefers cash because it's easier to embezzle that way - bc almost no transaction, outside of cash only bars is in cash she is such an angry and bitter person - she needs a job where she has no contact with the general public - she'd be happier as would the general public

Love the various gift items in the store. Great collection for you young and old. Price is a little high but worth the extra.

This shop for years has been a "go to". Shopping Fillmore and ending here has always been a treat until today. The gentleman that opened the store was unpleasant and not helpful. I felt that I was a bother. There was a cute polka dot dress in the window that I was ready to buy-but with NO assistance I found the dress on line for $30 less and can take my business elsewhere. Disappointing to see so many others with the same experience.

I loved the items in here but was surprised that none of the three ladies who were working seemed to be interested in anything but chattering amongst themselves. Two were giddy, unwrapping and hanging Christmas ornaments at the very front of the shop, effectively making access to the rest of the place uncomfortable. There were several items that I took photos of and sent to my spouse, but the woman near the jewelry cases was more interested in eating her sandwich than even saying hello. The store was packed but I didn't see anyone buying anything--maybe the other customers were as disappointed in the lack of customer service as I was. Beautiful shop, bad service.

I love the shop, I loathe interacting with the sales clerks as they are always rude and seem angry and like they've been interrupted from chit chatting with each other when you want to ask a question or be rung up. I have no idea why the owner of this shop keeps these employees.

Beautiful - simply enchanting! Creatively curated vintage as well as new items ; from clothing to chocolates with jewelry, pillows, vintage books and tons of Paris souvenirs and artworks!

This is a great shop with a lot of beautiful items. I usually love shopping here. On my recent visit there was an older male employee who rudely answered a couple questions and was not very helpful. He mostly just followed the shoppers as if everyone was shoplifting. It made for a very uncomfortable shopping experience.

I really want to buy things at this store because I love the merchandise. However, no store associate has ever greeted me in the multiple times I have been there. No one has asked me if I need help. It is like they don't want me to buy anything. I wish they were a bit more friendly or helpful as it is such a great store.

Fantastic boutique. Gorgeous , unusual finds . I bought gifts for at least a 1/2 doz peeps & they really fussed at the goods . Not going to lie , the service can definitely be off putting . I heard them flat out say "NO ",on looking / trying on jewelry , to an inquiring customer , no explanation, just No .??? Kind of caught me off guard . Then I also have seen them w customers that they call the driver to pick up & seemed to know them well & give them exceptional service . We felt good about our salespersons attitude. I have been here a few times . Saw the windows today , before they were opened , going back . Ha ha For the " hard to buy for "person , they have the goods to please . Check it out ! May want to also take in Ten ichi ,Japanese food across the street , really consistently great . Fillmore Street , naturally great for strolling .

Beautiful store full of interesting items. I live in the neighborhood and stop in every few weeks as things change. Customer service is lacking but sadly somewhat typical in this neighborhood. The only place you get a friendly greeting these days is at Starbucks unless they are busy. Bring your own cheery self and enjoy!

If you would like to feel not welcomed or insignificant then shop here. I never really write reviews, but I hope these people do some self reflection. The staff is not welcoming or helpful. They really looked at me as a bother. I'm trying to only shop local for gifts, but wow do I wish I had shopped else where. I would also like to let everyone know of course they tended and pampered to the old lady who spent $1000. I mean that's what I get for shopping in pac heights, but still my money is just as good. Be kind to your shoppers. Also social distance. The clerks barely had their masks covering their face. A cramped covid breading ground!

One of my favorite stores in San Francisco. Heck, one of my favorite stores period! This boutiques is a little piece of France in Pacific Heights. There are wonderful books, garments, perfumes, bedding, gifts, tabletop decorative items. The list goes on and on. If I were given a wish? I would want to have everything in the store to be part of my house. I would even want the store staff to arrange the table displays in my house. Everything looks stunning and I delight in all the color. I would not be surprised if Aladdin's Cave looked like Nest because everything inside is a treasure.

Beautiful shop with gorgeous items. 100% you need to go out of your way to visit and just sneak a peek at all of the interesting and unique items that this shop carries. From clothing, jewelry, decor, and stunning gifts.. there is something for everyone and at every price point. So many negative reviews, but I had a wonderful experience with the person behind the counter today. They were wonderful. And I walked out with quite a few items. Don't let this shop be a casualty of the pandemic. Please shop.

One more rude miserable experience at this shop. Was told, by the owner I guess, that I should not shop in a store that I cant afford! Absurd. The item was marked $8. Second similar stuffed animal was not priced. Was told it was $18. Just remarked wow , what a jump in price for similar item. She basically told us to get lost. Dont support rude shops please!

This place is filled with beautiful gifts and fun things to look at. However, I felt like the owner and or the shopkeeper was watching me like a hawk. I felt like a criminal in there when I was just shopping for a baby gift! The vibe is completely overtaken by the snooty attitude and I will not spend my money at a place that gives me a "less than" attitude. I work too hard for my hard-earned money to be treated like a criminal in a store when I am a patron. Get some customer service skills!

I was in trying on jewelry... the salesgirl unapologetically blurts out.. "Do you have the gold ring?" I just stand there looking at her. No - I gave it back to you. I turn around and everyone in the store is looking. She then finds it in the case where she put it... and turns around... No apology. Nothing. Absolutely horrible customer relations and service. I have purchased MANY things in there since they opened. I will NEVER go back in.... I just had my hair & makeup done... I certainly don't look like a shoplifter...

What a beautiful store with such a special selection of product! One of my go to stores when I come to San Francisco. It is a must see when shopping on Fillmore Street. I have been going there for years. The women who own it are such lovely people with a fabulous sense of style. A+++++++ Highly recommend this very special store! Love it!!!

To the reviewers who said their experience in the store was marred by the owner watching them, I understand why: the shop is packed with all sorts of goodies and it would be easy for someone to pick pocket. I myself was carrying a large bag from George (see other review), and I followed the golden rule of all shopping places: unless you're truly interested in an item, do not touch it. There are many fragile and delicate pieces in this shop which should only be handled carefully and with care. I purchased a great bag, notebook and two bars of chocolate; the gift wrapping was perfect. Thank you for making my holiday shopping a breeze.

I am comforted to see many other reviews like the one I am about to leave. The owner is incredibly, unbelievably rude. I will never, ever spend money at this store. I am local and could easily have made this a go to shop. This woman is losing money by being so awful to people. I was looking at a beautiful pair of earrings at the shop yesterday. One of the women was very nice and was showing me these earrings. 780 dollars. I asked who the maker was, as any person about to consider making this large purchase would have the right to know. The woman helping me was struggling to remember the artists name. Before I know it, a women - who I presume to be the owner - came over and was beyond rude. "I don't give out my sources". Oh, but perhaps I'd like to look her up. "You can't. You can't get them anywhere else." Oh, so you can only get them here at this tiny little shop in sf even though your worker just told me the artist is from Ireland? "Yes, that's right. I don't give out my sources." First of all, like I said, if I am about to drop nearly $800 on some button earrings (that's right, made of buttons), I sure as hell deserve to know where they come from and who made them. Second of all, I'm not sure what I did to deserve this kind of treatment since I was having a perfectly pleasant exchange with the shop girl until this woman came along. And third (and most importantly), does the creator of these earrings know that you're stifling her and refusing to spread the word about her work? I would personally pull my work from a shop that refused to tell customers my name and where they could see more of my work. I'm sure this artist would've been happy to know someone loved her pieces. Or maybe the owner won't give out the name because she actually made them herself and is needlessly charging so much. My guess is that you're just overcharging and don't want people to realize. I am so bothered by this. I was a sales woman for a long time in college, and this is never how you should treat customers - especially as the owner! Are you trying to chase sales away? Did you judge me by my appearance or something? Did you decide there's no way that I was local AND able to afford those earrings? In fact, it's my birthday this weekend and my father had told me to pick out something big. Jokes on you because I'll never come back to this shop again.

Just go, try to leave empty handed, I dare you. The buyer/owner is so good that it's hard for me to shop in other places sometimes. Some of their goods (not all) are a bit pricey but their sales make up for it as does their uniqueness (always desire and try to give birthday gifts from here)!

I read the reviews and can understand folks comments about the service here. I didn't think the staff were snobby - maybe just a tad bit out of touch with reality? Anyway, I have only been here once. I do have to give the owner credit for the originality of the store. Sure Anthropologie may have similar items, but they are a chain. And, I don't know, something about chains all looking the same everywhere you go does not deserve the same credit as someone who decided to open up a boutique on her own. It is a bit pricey here, but hey, everything is pricey for me at the moment - especially since I work in nonprofit. I liked coming here to get inspired. And maybe I will find that candle holder at half the price somewhere down the line...

Without a doubt, this is one of the most beautiful shops I've ever been in. It's like a giant treasure chest. I've wanted to visit here forever, and I was finally in town and got to go. The staff was beyond rude. I walked in and nobody greeted me. Instead, one of the women that worked there said "excuse me," without even looking at me, because apparently I was in her way upon entering the store. I asked a question about a purse and an older lady snapped at me. I was so uncomfortable in there. I felt like I was intruding on their secret club. It was a horribly shaming experience. There seemed to be about 3-4 women working there and then 2 other women came in that also seemed to work there. They all had their coats on. Then I heard one day, oh, let's just close up early. This was around 5 pm. They're supposed to be open until 6:30. It was such an icky experience for something I had built up for years. It really seemed they didn't even care about making sales. I was so disappointed. They may have beautiful things, but the snobby, elitist attitude of the staff make it not even worth going to.

Nest is beautifully curated. I was captured by the ambiance even from the outside. Unfortunately, like many other reviews have noted, customer service is not a priority. It lives up to the image of the upscale store with snooty workers. Do not expect to hear a peep at all, no hello's, no how are you's. I give the products and what they offer 4 stars and the staff 1 star. They obviously don't care about the customer experience and have yet to change anything since receiving notes and feedback of their hostility. I'd much rather go to Paper Source. I will say, their 50% off boxes do have some neat finds though! And the lady who sounds like she has a French accent is the nicest one there.

One beautiful star for the insane array of goods from cards to linens to vases to extremely unique jewelry. And one more beautiful star for the ambiance, the other reason I keep coming in when I'm up on Fillmore. Ridiculously chic and cozy. (Insert screech sound) : The buck stops here. I have never, ever received as much as a "hello" upon walking in. Perhaps I am not dressed the right way? I am usually pretty casual when I am in there, as I petsit a friend's dog right up the street. Just two weekends ago, I sauntered in on a Saturday and must've oogled at the jewelry case for 5 minutes or more. Neither of the two women behind the counter (seated) could be bothered to say hello or ask me if I wanted to see something. I did --- a gold/aquamarine ring that is still dancing in my head --- but I felt uncomfortable interrupting their chit-chat. Low and behold, a very well-dressed man walked in and picked up a vase. Both ladies stood up and one chose to go over and help him. They made a $38 dollar sale with him but lost a much pricier one with me, sadly. I will keep coming in and oogling b/c it's worth the eye-candy rush, but I'll just assume to be ignored as many of us are, obviously!

Hi, I agree with the other reviewers this store is a treasure.... BUT Like others have said the staff are arrogant snots who think they are better than anyone. I was recently insulted by the heavy set brunette who appears to be in charge of the store... She took it upon herself to offer an unsolicited comment indicating she was tired of me coming in the store. I guess I showed up once too often lacking my $2,500 cashmere top coat to please herself (I have two of them so there is no excuse on my part)... Regardless of the treasures, these people do not deserve your business because they are rude to their customers. I formerly bought items for my ex there often, since we parted I did not buy so often. I urge you to go to a store which appreciates your business and treats you with respect, there are many great stores on Fillmore Street in Pacific Heights who appreciate your business... You may note I write few reviews, I only take time when a place is impressive or a problem... Tom

BAN NEST! I don't care what type of interesting, unique home pieces/jewelry you carry.... if you cannot acknowledge a customer by a simple "hello", then you don't deserve any business. The last time I was in Nest (4-20-13), and my wife and browsing the jewelry case, this younger asian woman was more interested in eating her apple than asking if we needed to see anything in the case. She was standing right in back of the case facing us, and didn't bother to ask if we needed help. That's poor customer service and extremely rude. When her coworker came out from the back, they just started to chit chat, like we weren't even in the store. There's a lot to see in this store, so we were probably in there for about 20 mins and not once, did we get a "hello" or a "how can i help you?" NOTE TO THE OWNER: The next time I'm in the area, I'm going to have my dog take a poo on your floor and I'm not kidding... you should get a taste of how your employees treat people.

My mother paid her first visit to San Francisco in May. Before that, I think she had the typical east coast conception of the area: * everyone is beautiful because it's California * the weather is always sunny and warm because it's California * everyone is a quirky weirdass hippie because it's the Bay Area * Full House could potentially be realistic (random tangent: an East Coast friend recently asked me if I was dating any 'Berkeley beach bums'. I was like 'hahahaha good one' and then I realized he actually thought the term 'Berkeley beach bum' was a logical thing to say) The weather thing is kind of true. It certainly didn't get cold in December, so I forgot about Christmas until I got a phone call: My mom: Hi! Christmas is coming! What do you want? Me: Money. What do you and my sister want? My mom: Oh, I don't know. I'm sure you'll find interesting things in San Francisco! Me: Uhhh...like souvenirs? My mom: No. Like, San Francisco stuff. Unique, interesting things you can only find in San Francisco that we might like. You know what we like. Me: Okay... The thing is, San Francisco is no longer a several-month wagon train journey away from the east coast, so most things available here are also available there, or easily shipped. I wasn't sure exactly what my mother was expecting, so I did what I do when I don't feel like tackling a problem: nothing. Suddenly, it was December 23rd and I had no gifts. I didn't really know my way around the city yet, so I decided to go to the Haight and wander until I found something. Hours passed, it got dark, and all I had to show for my shopping efforts was a banana I had bought for myself and subsequently eaten. I was about to give up and go to Crate and Barrel or Macy's or something when I found myself in a shopping district whose name I didn't even know. And there, on the corner, was Nest. It was exactly what I believed my mother believed San Francisco was all about. Funky-artsy-classy. The kind of thing Anthropologie tries to mass-market, but nest does it better and more authentically than Anthropologie. The gift wrapping was beautiful -- all of the boxes were topped with a little nest with a sparkly egg. Christmas was saved! And my family felt their gifts were very San Franciscan, whatever that means.

Nest is me and I am Nest. We have a longstanding love affair that is as passionate as a screen kiss, and as strong as the Eiffel Tower. We stroll along the Seine together, holding hands and eating a delicious confection, wrapped in colorful cashmere scarves while we hold our heads close and whisper things that only the two of us know. When Nest and I are together, magic happens. The rest of the world disappears. The moment I step inside Nest, I am transported into the world of all things tactile. The colors, the textures - so rich, so lovely - everything is washed, filigreed, glazed, etched, tea-stained, and hand-dipped. It truly is like a French Flea Market - found objects from around the globe, brought together in a way that is rustically elegant, beautifully appointed, and very very French. From the gorgeous quilts to the hand-blocked tablecloths (similar to those found at Williams Sonoma, but much less Provencal and more eclectic) to the Alize-style pottery to the decoupage trays, Nest has a wonderful assortment of treasures. I have bought some of my favorite books there, like the one I bought today "Sunday Suppers at Lucques", as well as many gifts, unique stationary, and countless objects of desire. My adjectives overflow when it comes to Nest. I can't help it. It is like the way you smile when you see your true love - it comes from inside. Nest affects me that way, as I find myself wandering up and down the narrow aisles of the store, touching this and that, taking it all in. I spend money that I don't have there because I just have to have a little part of this store to keep with me when I go home. When I buy a gift there (their gift wrap is great), I have to struggle to give it up. It's hard to share. But you can't keep Nest in a cage - it won't be kept. I'm just thankful to know Nest, and to fall into its open arms from time to time. Ah, l'amour, l'amour. Que c'est delicieux. Je ne peux pas resister.

This is a great neighborhood store with a nicely curated, eclectic mix of high and low of home goods, jewelry, toys, clothing, and vintage/antique items. BUT, the customer service I recently received was so atrocious that I WILL NEVER GO BACK. An older Asian woman was the sole person working that day and no "hi" or "hello" to me or the 3 other people in the store. At one point, I was in front of her at the jewelry case for 10 min and not once did she acknowledge me. Then the cherry topper, I don't know if she was watching me or another shopper that was by me, but I felt her creepily watching us then suddenly jolt forward towards us as if we were shoplifting then stop when she realized she made a mistake. If you want to feel unwelcome or an intruder, this is the place to shop. Customer service is very important to me and sadly, at the state this store is in, it may not survive for long.

I came here looking for this amazing and fun paper crown that said The Queen for a friend of mine having a birthday. Found the crown - found the price tag - FORTY DOLLARS?. My friend got a feather and glass jewel-bedecked confection from Claire's. Sticker-shock aside, I like to come in and poke around for funky, unique things that will help me maintain Christmas Stocking Stuffer Extraordinaire status in my family. Four stars for that alone.

"Pardon me, I'd like to buy your whole store." "Excuse me?" "All of it. I have a moving team and a truck parked legally, with permits, on Fillmore for the next 90 minutes. In that time..." "wait..." "In that time, please add up all price tags of every item, including furniture, the price at your discretion, and we will process a cashier's check for the total amount." "I'm honored but..." This is what back and forth ran through my head when I started to wander around in here. It's completely implausible but I just could see someone walking in and requesting this. Like Misses Zuckerberg maybe. This place is everything Anthropologie wants to be. Sourcing materials and buyers from local to around the globe, it's a pretty whimsical store. Prices aren't for the parsimonious. The staff is kind and excited about their wares. When the shop owner opens up with "are you two having fun?" That's when you know they just like the nest they've put together and I don't want anyone to ever fly away with it.

A small boutique in Pac Heights with home decor, clothing, accessories, and books for what I can only describe as a wealthy-former-flower-child-who-loves-paisley-and-Anthropologie type of clientele. + Plus one star for being one of the few places in SF that carries John Robshaw, a delicious textile designer with Indian-inspired prints. - Minus one star for the crazy prices - $995 for a necklace? $200 for sheets? - Minus another star for the annoyingly superior female staff. I went there to pick up some shams ($300) that I had ordered. The woman behind the counter proceeded to argue with me unnecessarily about the definition of "sham," all the while staring at my down her nose and raising her eyebrows superciliously (!) Ridiculous.

Nest has a great curation of items, except the owner lady was so rude. Said it was "pitiful" when I asked for a bag to carry the candle I bought in. Then why do you even have bags? Do you expect your customers to carry things they buy in their hands? Literally so speechless...

A great place to go if you are not in the mood to go to garage sales or swap meets. This mother/daughter team does the work for you. Sure they mark it way up, but it IS Pacific Heights and they have to run around the garage sales so you don't have to. I have found some unique items here. The help must get their customer service training in Paris; treat everyone like a shoplifter, and give lots of dirty looks. Some people must feel that the more rude the help treats you, the more exclusive the shop is ... if this is the case; Nest is the most exclusive shop in San Francisco and I feel privileged to be allowed inside. The one thing I find tacky is how they trash talk the other stores in the neighborhood. Some of the very stores that cheerfully suggested Nest to me. I don't understand how people like this stay in business.

Nest is a wonderfully curated specialty shop that is full of things you didn't know you needed*. It's overpriced, but somehow that becomes bearable because you keep bumping into something else that you have to force yourself to leave there. From books to unusual trinkets to blankets to jewelry, this is a well-planned out and aesthetically pleasing place to shop. I've never been to France, but something made me feel like I was there. When a shop can keep you circling inside, continually impressed with the merchandise even after you thought you saw everything, it has obviously done something right. Nest just feels good. I don't personally need a hello or red carpet when I come into a store** and I found the person there to be friendly and accommodating. This is gift central, but not a gift for your third cousin. This is a place where you get a gift for your significant other or your mom or someone you want to be your significant other in the future. I admire stores that spend the time to create a full aesthetic and Nest certainly does this on many levels. You will spend money, but you will make someone (or yourself) very happy. ________ * Needed is a strong word, but you'll see. ** See other reviews about not being greeted. I actually prefer stand-offishness, it makes me feel less pressured to buy something.

I love it here. A marriage between rustic charm and exotic decadence, this is a jewel of a spot on Fillmore Street. Every piece, every well chosen item. Owners Marcella and Judy have an eye for buying the most charming, indulgent and tasteful pieces for home and beyond. This is not the place to shop often, for the prices are high. But it is the perfect place to find that very special gift. I just wish that everyone I knew could make me happy with anything from nest! Perhaps I will just give them all some strong hints! When I want to feel whisked away to Paris and then Morocco in a romantic whirlwind of delights, I go to Nest. I always feel better after wards, even if I leave the store empty handed.

3.5 stars. I used to work 2 blocks from this place and have spent many a lunch hour drooling over all of the unique, colorful items here: quilts, pillows, robes, bags, etc. I have even been tempted to buy children's clothes here because they are so cute, regardless of the fact that I don't have kids. Why the 3.5 stars? Because it is ridiculously overpriced. I am willing to pay more for high-quality items that are not manufactured in a sweatshop, but this is just too much. Head to Global Exchange in Noe Valley for guaranteed sweatshop-free items at relatively affordable prices! A plus for Nest is that they seem to lack that Fillmore attitude! I appreciate that!

This place is quite dangerous. Beware. I walked into this store while during some birthday gift shopping for a friend on Fillmore. BIG MISTAKE. Everything in the store, I wanted. There was nothing in there that I could not find room for in my already overstuffed apartment. Thank my lucky stars everything in there so expensive. I walked in with a $40 spending limit. I spent about an hour browsing through some of the most amazing (Plates, shower curtains, tees, shoes, wallets, books) and sometimes nostalgic (Tin Tin totes and Barbar figurines, stuffed monkeys!) things. (I love things.) Sorry to say I was unable to find anything for my friend under $40. For myself, however, anything from that store would do. So, if any one's interested in getting something, hell, even the funky monkey plate for $11 would do.

Super nice staff and some fun eclectic toys and books for kids. And they gift wrap if you are wrapping challenged like myself, the extra dollar is worth every penny!

I love browsing through here whenever I'm in the Fillmore area. Recently I splurged on a beautiful necklace - the saleslady was very nice and was patient in following me around the store to have me try on the other jewelry I was interested in. The item I purchased cost several hundred dollars, so I was surprised that not much was put into presentation when I had the item wrapped up. It was just placed in tissue and a plain white box with a rubber band around it. Slightly disappointing in that respect, but I'm still happy with my purchase and I'll continue to frequent Nest - it's just too unique to pass up.

SO your in the mood to splurge...give Nest a try they have oodles of goodies with SLURGE prices and they treat you like a would be thief to boot. * don't miss the 15.00 credit card minimum

I love to buy gifts here, hint hint!! The art is always unique and enchanting. I found some very fine and delicate animal embroidery pieces by tusk and coral. Check out the pillows, tea towels and badges featuring anthropomorphized bears, foxes, deer and badgers! Etsyesque! The jeweley selection is outstanding, cookbooks abound, fine soaps and linens and Indian print pajamas and robes are appealling. Yup, pretty much what i want in my nest. Prices are mostly high but the embroidered animal textiles are cheap for the amount of work involved. Service was grest, gift wrapping complimentary. Check it out and feather your own nest!

Having recently moved to the neighborhood I came across this tiny store while strolling up Fillmore. It transported me to Paris or maybe India. It has hand block printed quilts just like my grandma used to have at home in India. They have the cutest jewellary and a great selection of cookbooks, candle holders, table lamps. The prices are a little high but they do carry a unique collection !

A bunch of us decided to pitch in to get a fab 40th bday pressie for a friend... we asked around and found out she loves, loves, loves Nest, so we decided to buy the present there under the theory that if we pick out something that's not quite right, that she can exchange it for the perfect thing. And, I was nominated to do the shopping. So - I read the yelp reviews (of course) and became concerned that I'd end up with a snooty shop girl. Okay - so it's 5:45 and I'm leaving work to try to get to Nest before they close...bad traffic and other detours later, I'm rolling in there 5 minutes before they close. Now I'm really worried that the shop girl will give me attitude - but, nothing could have been further from the truth. She was friendly, helpful, and very happily gift wrap my purchases. Next time I go, I'll arrive earlier so that I'll have time to shop for myself!

What a great gift shop! So many wonderful and unique gifts. From silly ornaments to vintage books, this store has a little bit of everything. Highly recommend!

Wow, impeccable selection of French imports and antiques plus women's clothing and children's toys. A nest indeed and surely a great place for buying gifts for self or indulging others.