Shop Girl
Mingle Shop, Cow Hollow
I am especially fond of boutiques like Mingle Shop that showcase the works of local, independent designers. They’re a win-win: By shopping here, I’m supporting emerging local artists *and* I’m also taking home pieces that I know I won’t see on 1 out of 10 people on the street. (Ever found yourself in a social situation, standing face-to-face with another girl wearing the exact same coat or top as you? Awkward.)
Just a few of the store’s highlights include: dresses and tops by Erin Mahoney, lace-trimmed lingerie by Porcelynne, tees by Addy Boy, and jewelry by Blue Wild Indigo. At the register, be sure to check out the hand screen-printed cards by Berkeley-based Good On Paper.
Since many of the items at Mingle are one-of-a-kind or limited edition, if you see something you like, snap it up quickly. It probably won’t be there on a return visit. And, yes, this place is such a gem, there will be many return visits. Merchandise is added on a weekly basis, so there’s always something new — and different — for your closet.
Mingle Shop
1815 Union Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 674-8811
