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| Get Thrifty: San Francisco's Coolest Vintage and Second-Hand Shops - 7x7 Posted: 14 Aug 2019 01:04 PM PDT  Looking for a vintage Gucci purse, '80s prom dress, floral mumu, Chanel pink tweed jacket, or wild pair of cowboy boots? You'll find it in San Francisco.Dating back to the fashions beloved by hippies and the Free Store opened by the Diggers during the Summer of Love, second-hand shopping has become an integral part of SF culture, and it's pretty clear why: How else can you shop sustainably, save some cash, and shake up your style with some one-of-a-kind pieces all at once? Whether you're in search of a designer bag with a luxury shopping experience to go with, a couple rare curated pieces to work into a modern wardrobe, kooky finds and period pieces straight off of Haight Street, or cheap finds dug out of bins at an authentic thrift shop (we miss you, Thrift Town and Mission Thrift), here are a few of our favorite vintage and second-hand clothing stores to suit your fancy. Best Designer FindsWasteland Iconic consignment shop Wasteland is home to a constantly changing, massive collection of vintage and modern designer pieces for guys and girls inside a light filled, open space. While prices can be a little steep, Wasteland's designer pieces have a hip, trendy vibe and are consistently in amazing shape, so whether you're picking up a silver fringed Jeremy Scott leather jacket, some Rag & Bone jeans with the original tag still intact, or nearly unworn Chanel espadrilles, the splurge will be worth it. Plus, grab some more affordable graphic vintage t-shirts or Reformation finds from last season to go with. Be sure to check out the displays featuring some of Wasteland's coolest pieces artistically paired together for some trendy style inspo on the way out. // 1660 Haight St. (Upper Haight), shopwasteland.com Fashionphile Fashionphile's stunning San Francisco showroom is the perfect place to pick up that Gucci handbag you've been eyeing for less. The luxury retailer stocks pre-owned, vintage, and rare handbags, jewelry, and accessories from leading designers including Celine, Proenza Schouler, Fendi, and Cartier, with guaranteed designer authenticity for set prices. The best part? In case you change your mind after splurging, the majority of items can be resold to Fashionphile for 70 percent of what you paid within 180 days of purchase. // 19 Maiden Ln. (Union Square), fashionphile.com Sui Generis Consignment Sui Generis is far from your average consignment shop. Men and women alike will love Sui Generis for authentic, luxury pieces from brands including Dolce & Gabbana, Moschino, Prada, and Kenzo with a less daunting price tag. Head over to the women's store for gold vintage Chanel earrings alongside Comme des Garcons t-shirts or stop by the men's outpost for finds including Giorgio Armani suits and Raf Simons trainers. // Men's at 2231 Market St. (Upper Market) and women's at 2147 Union St. (Pacific Heights), suigenerisconsignment.com Simply Chic In search of a hot pink Hermes Constance mini bag, a Dianne von Furstenberg printed wrap dress, or some cherry red leather Gucci loafers? Look no further than Simply Chic, a boutique specializing in vintage and contemporary pieces from luxury designers that won't break the bank. The picture perfect shop, complete with a chandelier and pink awning constantly has new inventory for women, ranging from timeless to trendy and eye-catching. // 3038 Fillmore St. (Cow Hollow), simplychicsf.com Best Curated CollectionsIndigo Vintage Cooperative The best part about Berkeley transplant Indigo Vintage Cooperative is that it feels like you're stepping into the closets of all of your coolest friends, but combined. Indigo Vintage Cooperative's relatively new, light filled Haight Street outpost is home to a range of permanent and rotating vendors, each with their own handpicked collection and style. Grab a denim trucker jacket or colorful silk midi dress, and keep your eye out for Indigo Vintage's 1987 vintage filled van at pop-ups around the Bay. // 1649 Haight St. (Upper Haight), instagram.com Afterlife Afterlife stocks a huge range of cool, casual vintage items—think graphic t-shirts and perfectly worn in Levis—and statement designer pieces like Gucci jackets, and Gianni Versace tops in a hip setting. Thanks to the shop's curated collection—everything is in impeccable condition—and organization by style, vintage shopping has never been easier. // 988 Valencia St. (Mission), afterlifeboutique.com No No packs a large assortment of vintage threads for guys and girls—plus some newer finds—into their succulent filled Valencia space. While you'll be sure to find good basics here too, No's quirky patterned pants and tops, occasional designer finds, and oversized vintage jackets really shine. Compared to the usual markup at curated thrift stores, No's prices are refreshingly affordable. // 389 Valencia St. (Mission), ohnonotno.com Best True VintageRelic Vintage Upon entering Relic Vintage's glamorous, art-deco inspired space—there's even a cheetah print futon—you'll be greeted with a curated array of fine vintage apparel and accessories for men and women from the 1920s through the 1960s, presented in an organized layout. Whether you come to Relic Vintage in search of a pleated midi skirt circa 1950, a second hand fur stole, an ornate beaded gown, or a letterman sweater, thanks to owner Oran Scott's vintage expertise and desire to help every customer find fashions they'll cherish forever, you'll leave Relic Vintage with the perfectly fitting vintage piece of your dreams, without breaking the bank. // 1605 Haight St. (Upper Haight), relicvintagesf.com Held Over On a street with endless thrift shops, Held Over is the cream of the crop. Pieces are organized by specific style and decade, which makes for easier shopping in this otherwise overwhelming store, which is filled with relatively affordable wearable vintage pieces—including a huge selection of jeans, overalls, and leather jackets—and plenty of costumey fashions for men and women. The beauty of Held Over is that you'll go in with the intention of just picking up a '20s flapper dress for your next theme party, and you'll leave—after perusing the aisles for hours—with some wild '60s patterned pants, an '80s prom dress, a florescent color blocked windbreaker, and some garters as well. // 1543 Haight St. (Upper Haight), instagram.com Best In-house Mini Vintage CollectionsEden & Eden Inside this aesthetically pleasing, impeccably designed boutique, you'll find unique high fashion vintage pieces that you could never find on your own, alongside current fashions, jewelry, and home goods. From the blush pink vintage Sonia Rykiel power suit of your dreams, to a Yves Saint Laurent tweed coat you'll treasure forever or a floaty caftan perfect for your next beach getaway, Eden & Eden's vintage collection has something for every occasion. // 560 Jackson St. (Financial District), edenandeden.com General Store Beloved home and apparel establishment General Store has a curated rack of beautiful vintage apparel with the same effortlessly artistic aesthetic as the boutique's current finds. While the selection may be small, the regularly restocked collection features unique hand picked pieces that are in impeccable condition and can easily be worked into a modern wardrobe (try pairing them with General Store's new items). Minimalist-chic fashionistas will fall in love with high quality garments including silk hand embroidered Chinese blouses, floral cotton summer dresses, and hand crocheted tanks. // 4035 Judah St. (Outer Sunset), shop-generalstore.com Best ThriftingCommunity Thrift Store While Thrift Town and Mission Thrift may have closed, other longtime neighborhood favorite Community Thrift thankfully still stands. Dig around in this massive warehouse and you're sure to find some hidden gems to add to your wardrobe—from cashmere sweaters and funky dresses to leather purses and colorful jewelry—for a fraction of what they would cost in a curated shop, with proceeds going to Bay Area charities. While you're there, sift through old records, tableware, furniture, books, and more. // 623 Valencia St. (Mission), communitythriftsf.org Goodwill Thrifting aficionados know that if you do it right, thanks to dirt cheap prices and an ever changing inventory, Goodwill has the city's best vintage and second hand finds. The key? Be ready to dig through rack after rack, and don't give up if you don't have luck one day—the occasional designer piece, wool sweater, tacky-chic pair of plastic earrings or floral vintage cotton dress someone just dug out of their grandmother's closet might come in tomorrow, and you want to be the one to find them. While the expansive Goodwill located in the Haight (aka the thrifting mecca of the city) is great, you'll be searching for hidden gems with tons of people. Increase your chances of finding the good stuff and head to a Goodwill located further off the beaten path in West Portal (61 West Portal Ave.) or the Outer Sunset (2400 Judah St.) instead. // Locations across the city, goodwill.org Best Shopping Events for Vintage FindsA Current Affair This moving pop up show offers the best in vintage fashion from over 70 curated retailers and private dealers from across the country, including the Bay Area's Eden and Eden, Mercy Vintage, and Pretty Penny. While you'll of course find plenty of vintage classics like Levi's and graphic t's, what you're really going for is the endless array of the world's best show stopping luxury vintage all in one place (and in near perfect condition)—think pastel furs, tiered silk slip dresses, hand painted jackets, dramatic sleeves, turquoise statement jewelry, and head to toe appliquéd pieces. November can't come soon enough! // Tickets ($12-$20) can be purchased on Eventbrite. // 10am-6pm, Nov. 2 at The Craneway Pavillion, 1414 Harbour Way South (Richmond), itsacurrentaffair.com Alameda Point Antiques Faire Venture across the Bay to the monthly Alameda Point Antiques Faire and get ready to sift through over 800 outdoor booths of antiques and vintage clothing. All items sold at the fair must be over 20 years old, and you'll find booths with hundreds of pairs of Levi's in every color under the sun, one of a kind international pieces, leather jackets, graphic t's, bakelite bracelets, silk slip dresses and more, all for a fraction of what they would cost in a curated shop. Get there as early as possible to beat the crowd—we promise the early Sunday morning wake up will be worth it—bring a bunch of cash, and be prepared to negotiate prices with vendors. // Admission price ranges from $15 to $5 depending on time of entrance. // 6am-3pm, 1st Sunday of every month, Alameda Point, 2900 Navy Way (Alameda), alamedapointantiquesfaire.com Alameda Point Vintage Fashion Faire If you just can't get enough of the Alameda Point Antiques Faire, then you'll love the Alameda Point Vintage Fashion Faire, a biannual indoor shopping event featuring over 75 booths of vintage from the '40s through the '80s. You'll find pieces for men, women, and children including leather jackets, costume jewelry, overalls, pleated skirts, and suits from vendors across the country at a range of price points. More than just a flea market, this season's Fashion Faire is Roaring 2020's The New Jazz Age themed and boasts a Friday night shopping party with music, cocktails and a Decked Out In Deco Fashion Contest. // October 18-19 at Michaan's Annex Auction Showroom, 2701 Monarch St. (Alameda), alamedapointantiquesfaire.com. Tickets ($5-20) can be purchased on brownpaperbagtickets.com. TreasureFest Where else can you shop for cool vintage threads with waterfront views of the Bay? This monthly celebration hosts roughly 400 vendors and artists with many of them specializing in vintage pieces, and is perfect for those hoping for flea market prices and finds who don't want to go all the way to Alameda. Shop vintage jewelry, graphic sweatshirts, denim, and one of a kind pieces, while enjoying the food trucks, cocktails, and live music also on offer at this festival. // Tickets can be purchased on ticketfairy.com ($3) or at the gate ($7). // Last Saturday and Sunday of each month, February through November; 500 Ave N. (Treasure Island), treasurefest.com. |
| Maggie Rogers, Renell Medrano, and More Take On the Season's Best Power Suits - W Posted: 15 Aug 2019 06:00 AM PDT Today's top designers are a diverse lot, but their fall collections had a common thread. If there is one item to buy this season, they seemed to all suggest, it's a suit. And then they each went their own way. The result is a wide-ranging survey of what tailoring ought to look like in 2019—and just in time, given that a record number of female candidates are running for president. Today, women don't need a stiff pantsuit to empower them; they already have power. What they need is a way to express it in their own singular manner. ("Fuck, yeah!" as the artist Ashley Longshore, who is pictured in this portfolio, enthuses.) Those of us looking for something beyond a traditional, classic cut have a wealth of options to choose from: Tom Ford, Balenciaga's Demna Gvasalia, and Givenchy's Clare Waight Keller all offered tailoring that was resolutely feminine, with curves and slouches, in sensuous fabrics and traffic-stopping colors. Saint Laurent's Anthony Vaccarello took the seduction one step further, with beaded boss-lady variations that one can envision being tossed to the floor. Burberry's Riccardo Tisci took a punk route, deconstructing and reassembling otherwise neatly coordinated camel-colored looks; Gucci's Alessandro Michele went eccentric, with unfinished jackets and trousers that had the legs cinched with cords. Proenza Schouler and Grace Wales Bonner, meanwhile, argued for comfortable, oversize suiting. For this story, we invited an array of creative, hard-charging women to take their pick, choosing what works for them and styling their selections with pieces from their own wardrobes. Some of them gravitated toward all black; others were drawn to wild colors and witty patterns. One wanted to go shirtless; another insisted on being fully covered. But each found a way to express her individual voice and values with supreme style. And that is the essence of the new power suit. Conie ValleseWhen Conie Vallese, 32, moved from Argentina to New York seven years ago, she changed both her career and style. After studying film in Buenos Aires, she realized the solitary practice of painting and making sculpture was more her speed—and that simple, sensual clothes matched her sensibilities. Her work is marked by strong, clean shapes, as is her wardrobe. Roomy coats, tailored Simone Rocha pants, and pleated suits (given to her by her mother) fill her closet. "I'm drawn to clothes that are a bit off," she says.  Noor Tagouri (near right): Burberry coat, sleeveless jacket, and pants; Wolford bodysuit; Vela scarf; Converse sneakers; Tagouri's own jewelry. Renell Medrano (far right): Wales Bonner tuxedo jacket; Valentino pants; Tiffany & Co. necklace; Medrano's own sneakers. Maggie Rogers (front): Marc Jacobs jacket and pants; Manolo Blahnik sandals; Rogers's own T-shirt and jewelry. Photograph by Andreas Laszlo Konrath; Styled by Jasmine Hassett. Noor TagouriGrowing up in Maryland, Noor Tagouri dreamed of being a reporter. "But I thought you had to be blonde, blue-eyed, and dress a certain way," says the Libyan-American journalist. She later realized that it was precisely her dark skin, hijab, and go-to cargo pants and combat boots that allowed her to build trust with marginalized folks across America. "Once I embraced my voice and my style, I could do anything." At 25, she has produced documentaries on the sex trade and the mistreatment of people with mental disabilities, and is hosting season three of The Barneys Podcast, in which she chats with fashion figures who are moving the culture forward. "My mission is to tell stories that build connections through commonality," she says. And as her career has evolved, so has her wardrobe, becoming more intentional and refined. "A good turtleneck, a well-tailored suit, a pair of Chuck Taylors, and I'm golden." Renell MedranoRenell Medrano, 27, grew up around boys, so it's no surprise that baggy, comfortable clothes, often borrowed from her boyfriend or bought in the men's section, are her comfort zone. "Most girls don't think of a suit right away when they want to feel pretty," says the Bronx-born photographer, who has shot campaigns for Nike, Adidas, and Levi's. "I'm into them." And the slouchier the trousers, the better. She sports them along with her multitude of miniature tattoos that say things like stay gold, and pieces from Tiffany & Co.'s gritty gold and silver HardWear collection. (She's worked with the company in the past year, most recently partnering with them on a solo exhibition.) "I always thought their jewelry was very girly," she says. "But now it's cool." Maggie RogersMaggie Rogers became a viral sensation in 2016, while she was still a music student at New York University, thanks to a video of Pharrell Williams looking both shocked and awed as he listened to her during a master class. With the release of her major-label debut album, Heard It in a Past Life, earlier this year, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter, whose sound melds traditional folk with pop and dance, is now a certifiable star—one with a wardrobe to match. "My look is a mix of San Francisco art teacher and space cowgirl," she says, adding that she likes classic shapes, raw fabrics, and artful styling. Men's wear plays heavily into her stage attire. "I definitely prefer to wear pants rather than a dress in every situation," Rogers says. "It makes me feel in charge." In fact, she keeps a Paul Smith men's blazer in her suitcase at all times. "No matter the event, I can get away with throwing it on."  Amy Sall (left): Balenciaga jacket, shirt, and pants; Bonheur Jewelry earrings; Sall's own Vans sneakers. Ashley Longshore (right): Prabal Gurung for 11 Honoré jacket dress; Christian Siriano for 11 Honoré pants; Longshore's own jewelry and boots. Photograph by Andreas Laszlo Konrath; Styled by Jasmine Hassett. Amy SallAmy Sall was born and raised in New York, but Africa is always on her mind. When the first-generation Senegalese-American model, editor, and professor is not teaching courses at the New School on the visual culture of postcolonial Africa, she is working on getting SUNU, a journal highlighting emerging African artists and thinkers, off the ground. "I want to show all the different colors of Africa in the past, present, and future," she says. When it comes to her style, though, Sall, 29, is all-American, opting for clean lines in a predominantly neutral palette. "For me, less is more," she says. Ashley Longshore"I'm challenging what the modern American woman is all about," says Ashley Longshore, the 43-year-old New Orleans artist known for her big, bright, bedazzled paintings. "And you know what's cool? Making your own money, so you can buy whatever the fuck you want!" It's hardly surprising that Longshore, whose numerous upcoming projects include the book I Do Not Cook, I Do Not Clean, I Do Not Fly Commercial (Rizzoli), likes to make a statement when it comes to fashion. She spends her hard-earned dough on A-Morir sunglasses, flashy Libertine jackets, Gucci x Dapper Dan dookie chains, and piles of diamonds, which line her fingers, wrists, and front teeth. "My power look is full accessories, 100 percent in your face," she says. "Whether you like it or not, you ain't gonna forget it."  Francesca Amfitheatrof (near right): Givenchy jacket, shirt, and pants; Thief and Heist Tag bracelet; Louis Vuitton bracelet; Manolo Blahnik shoes. Joani Johnson (center): Prada jacket and pants; Charvet shirt; Maison Margiela boots. Clara Cullen (far right): Marni jacket; Victoria Beckham pants; Alexander McQueen belt; Manolo Blahnik shoes. Photograph by Andreas Laszlo Konrath; Styled by Jasmine Hassett. Hair by Helen Reavey for Act + Acre at Management Artists; Makeup by Erin Green for Chanel Les Beiges at Art Department; Photography Assistant: Michelle Peralta; Fashion Assistant: Paget Millard; Tailor: Susan Balcunas at Lars Nord; Production Assistants: Bayley Resetar, Christina Montes. Francesca AmfitheatrofWith the launch of Thief and Heist this year, Francesca Amfitheatrof is intent on bringing a sense of playfulness and irreverence to the jewelry world, one nylon Tag bracelet at a time. She approaches her daily outfits in an equally unconventional manner. "I don't like anything that's predictable," says Amfitheatrof, who is also the artistic director of jewelry and watches for Louis Vuitton. She loves masculine pieces, clashing patterns, and interesting shapes to complement her tailored jackets. "I'm not complete without a jacket," she says. "It makes me feel like I'm finally dressed." JoAni JohnsonJoAni Johnson spent a quarter-century toiling in the advertising and marketing worlds. When she finally left, she piled together all her Ralph Lauren and Giorgio Armani suits to give away. "After 25 years, I wanted to retire my corporate attire," she says. At 67, Johnson has a newfound, and far more zen, career working as a tea blender and educator, concocting custom brews from her New York apartment for cafés all over the world. Her wardrobe consists of an edited mix of avant-garde pieces from Rick Owens, Maison Margiela, and Demobaza. Yet, funnily enough, she recently bought herself another suit—this one a red velvet number from Norma Kamali. As she explains, "I realized I actually like the way I look in them." Clara CullenSince the age of 6, when she went through an all-black phase, Clara Cullen has been decisive when it comes to her personal style. "It was always a little awkward," says the Buenos Aires–born filmmaker, who created the video for Should I Lose You, a collaborative piece about children learning to swim, shown alongside an improvisational piano performance by Richard Sears this summer at the Shed, in New York. "I wasn't into what was cool at the moment." Now that Cullen is 33, little has changed. Although she likes clothes from Chloé and Prada, she buys only vintage—"It improves your style to not just get whatever is in stores," she notes. Yves Saint Laurent tailored pieces from the 1970s are a particular obsession. "There is nothing sexier than a woman in a suit," she says. "Nothing." |
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