Missing Audrey Vintage — Local services in San Francisco

Hey, did you hear the one about the OG who walked into a vintage shop in North Beach and thought he'd been transported back to the 70s and 80s? Because everything looked brand spanking new.

That OG, of course, is me. And when my eyes fell upon a genuine Playboy cap in cherry condition, it was love at first sight. It turned out to be one of the best purchases I’ve ever made. People stop me on the street just to ask where I got it. "Hefner’s mansion?" I grin and tell them "I wish!" Then tell them where I scored it ("Missing Audrey Vintage!") and that I’m sure they, too, will discover something they'll fall in love with at first sight.

The charming proprietress, by the way—Sabrina, named after the celebrated Audrey Hepburn character—is way too young to know so much about the fashions, music and films of the past. I figure she has to be some kind of a savant. Perhaps that explains why, in a neighborhood with more than a few vintage shops, hers is...

As a current resident of Brooklyn, I have found most vintage stores to be either highly curated OR reasonably priced. This shop is the perfect balance of both; I was pulling out pieces left and right simply to gape at them, calling over my partner constantly to admire something. The store is small, packed head to toe with quality pieces, yet well organized. The owner was not there, but her parents were so fun to chat with. As for me, I found a bolo tie with a gold cat and pearl mounted on agate and purchased it without hesitation. Stop by if you're around! This is...

Cutest neighborhood gem :)

One of the best vintage shops in San Francisco. I especially love their collection of slips, cool accessories, and vintage tees. The staff, especially Sabrina, are so lovely and kind! They’ll help you with any questions you have. The selection is wonderfully curated and fully of great, unique pieces that are reasonably priced.

Definitely stop in to browse (you may even leave with a...