After an outfit that says casual without suggesting distressed? American Rag is less daunting than a used-clothing shop but a cut above chain institutions...
1305 Van Ness AvenueEvery fashionista's best friend, Barneys arrived in San Francisco in 2007 in a quiet, low-key manner in keeping with its tasteful style (and perhaps the...
77 O'Farrell StreetFilling the retail gap between Macy's and Neiman Marcus, the Little Brown Bag's temple to luxe wares has finally touched down in San Francisco, in the...
Westfield San Francisco Centre, 845 Market StreetThe shop in Hayes Valley sells a handsome array of shoes by European designers. On big sale days, expect to queue for those Cydwoq knee-high boots.
418 Hayes StreetCitizen is all about upscale utilitarian chic, meaning Scotch & Soda, Ben Sherman and Fred Perry appear alongside Ted Baker, Jack Spade and Gucci...
536 Castro StreetIn this haberdasher's for women, Slavin designs and displays her trademark fashions: menswear-inspired clothing in rich, subtle colours and lush fabrics....
3 Claude LaneJuniors will go knock-off crazy for this rock-bottom low-priced mecca of flirty dresses, skimpy club-kid gear and skinny jeans. Larger sizes will have to...
7 Powell StreetThe richer fare at this fashion-forward, gender-neutral shoe salon includes Paul Smith, Costume National and Miu Miu. An impressive cache of trainers and...
416 Hayes Street
Established in 1861, Gump's is the place where moneyed San Franciscans buy wedding presents, china and a variety of baubles, from black pearls to custom...
135 Post Street
The Harputs family has been supplying the 'hood - and the rock stars who'd play down the street at the Fillmore auditorium - with kicks since 1978. These...
1527 Fillmore StreetDare any fashion follower to not snap up a glossy handbag, a pair of over-the-top earrings or a lacy frock at this trend-driven giant. Stella McCartney and...
150 Powell StreetSneaker demons will love the limited-edition Adidas, Nike and New Balance rarities sold at this streamlined, personable shoe shop. Be sure to check out the...
516 Hayes Street
Jeremy's sits on a sunny corner of South Park, hawking designer wares at discount store prices. It's a label-whore's dream come true, especially the...
2 South ParkThe definitive department store: what Macy's lacks in grace, it more than makes up for in discounts. Join the fray and pick up shoes, home furnishings, and...
170 O'Farrell StreetNow commonly referred to as 'Needless Markup', Neiman Marcus was revered by old San Francisco society back in the day - when labels said 'Exclusively for...
150 Stockton Street