Wasteland

Kim Cooper

Citysearch

The Scene
Haight Street fashion plates treat the Wasteland as their personal closet, bringing tired favorites to exchange for someone else's new-old gem. The vast, barn-like space behind the gorgeous entryway is well-organized, with the most fabulous pieces safely hung up on the walls. There are plenty of big, well-lit dressing rooms so friends can try things on together.

The Goods
The constantly changing stock ranges from distressed Victoriana to cowboy chic; psychedelic sun wear to big furry jackets; slinky kimonos to floppy leather hats, and always really cool shoes. The clientele is youthful and funky, inclined to mix styles and eras. There are selected new items, including neon-colored pageboy wigs, retro-repro sunglasses, and a line of saucy baby T's silk-screened with images of Bowie, the NY Dolls and ABC. The front counter is packed with hip accessories like chunky belt buckles, glittery faux jewels and vintage rock-and-roll patches.