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(415) 355-1051
351 Divisadero St
San Francisco,
CA
94117
37.7727
-122.4374
Neighborhoods: Panhandle, Central
Years in business
Established in 2003
Hours:
Mon-Sat 11am-7pm
Sun 12pm-6pm
Last updated 10.14.11
Category:
Women's Clothing, Clothing Accessories
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
What People Are Saying About Backspace
Featured Review
Ramona Emerson
Contributor
Opened in its current location in 2004, Backspace is the type of boutique-as-co-op San Francisco is best at. Almost everything from the clothes to the art on the walls is locally made and sometimes even designed by the customers themselves. The clothes range from basic cotton hoodies and tees to downright beautiful handmade pieces like a soft leather clutch printed with beetle silhouettes by local designer Gina Pericini. Prices are equally varied with everything from $10 shirts on the large sale rack to $200 one-of-a-kind artfully deconstructed knits that can be custom fit to your body. The…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- All the art on the walls is for sale and, because it's usually by up-and-coming artists, is actually affordable.
- Save Time:
- Check out the back near the dressing rooms for the revolving selection of one-of-a-kind handmade pieces from local designers.
01/27/08
Style!
by n1 at Citysearch
This wonderful boutique has new pieces all the time, with fantastic fahsion forward style. The owner is very friendly, and knows how to stock this hidden treasure store!
There are items in all price ranges. If you are looking for something unique, comfortable, dresssy, casual, etc.. most likely you will find it here.
It is pretty hard to leave this cool place, without something in hand. Seriously.
- Pros: Unique pieces, comfortable shopping.
- Cons: None
03/02/07
Great designer boutique!
by canna at Citysearch
The new Backspace is even better than the old one. I absolutely love my new "Mike & Chris" hoodie. I come to Susan for all kinds of unique items. Incredible jeans and bags too!! I just love that she is so knowledgeable about the fashion industry, She's a great stylist.
- Pros: top underground brands anywhere
