September 8, 2009

Simply Chic San Francisco

This Noe Valley boutique (with another location in the Marina) features tightly curated groupings of contemporary clothing and accessories, all with reasonable price tags.

  Noe Valley, Fashion

September 8, 2009

Mercy Vintage Now San Francisco

Stocked with clothing, shoes, hats, and jewelry from all decades. Fancy designer pieces cohabitate with no-names, all of which are scored from flea markets, estate sales, and obscure road trips.

  Oakland, Fashion, Awesome Old Shit

September 8, 2009

De Novo San Francisco

If you’re looking for a party dress or a cute night-on-the-town top, De Novo stocks an excellent mix of coveted (Laundry, Hush) and more affordable (Max and Cleo, Collective Clothing) options.

  Downtown North, Fashion, Cheap, Designer Clothing

September 9, 2008

RAG Co-Op San Francisco

Residents Apparel Gallery is a clothing cooperative and gallery where local designers and artists rent rack/shelf space; consign their wares; and test new designs, gain visibility, and build a clientele.

  Hayes Valley, Fashion, Indie, Indie Designers

September 5, 2008

Simply Chic San Francisco

This Marina boutique (with another location in Noe Valley) features tightly curated groupings of contemporary clothing and accessories, all with reasonable price tags.

  Cow Hollow, Fashion

July 30, 2008

Clary Sage Organics San Francisco

The Pac Heights boutique has unfinished cement floors and a commanding twenty-foot reclaimed walnut counter — the perfect backdrop for a well-edited selection of ecofriendly clothing (think Linda Loudermilk and Turk + Taylor).

  Pacific Heights, Fashion, Ecofriendly

October 26, 2007

Carrots San Francisco

The word “boutique” doesn’t really do justice to this self-proclaimed “luxury emporium,” which stocks ready-to-wear clothing, shoes, and jewelry in a luxe interior reminiscent of a flat in the Marais.

  Financial District, Fashion, Avant-Garde, Designer Clothing

September 13, 2007

440 Brannan San Francisco

This fashion design studio/retail store features clothing for men and women by up-and-coming designers, as well as events showcasing their creations.

  South of Market, Fashion, Indie Designers

March 19, 2007

Dish Clothing San Francisco

This Hayes Valley boutique is a go-to spot for clothing, jewelry, and handbags from the latest contemporary designers.

  Hayes Valley, Fashion

March 1, 2007

Doe San Francisco

This Lower Haight boutique stocks everything from women’s clothing and accessories to baby goods and housewares by mostly indie designers from all over the world.

  Lower Haight, Fashion, Indie Designers