When it comes to politics and fashion, your policy is forward thinking.

So you’ll be happy to know that hope is on the way for bettering your closet: Anica, a sophisticated new boutique in Russian Hill.

The small shop’s muted grays showcase a fine-tuned mix of classic vintage pieces and avant-garde designers like Eskell, Fremont, and Kate and Kass. Feminine frocks from Vanessa Barrantes are edgy yet demure, while structured tops from Leyendecker suggest a downtown Jackie O. Soft leather knee-high boots from Society for Rational Dress or a pair of old-school Ferragamo pumps are sure to get your vote. And you’ll definitely want to rock the latest denims from CYN, Deener, and Goldsign.

Because your style, if nothing else, should never be middle of the road.

Anica Boutique, 2418 Polk Street, between Filbert and Union Streets (415-447-2878 or anicaboutique.com).