Wasteland
San Francisco, CA 94117-2816
Phone: (415) 863-3150
- Cross Street:
- Belvedere Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Vintage/Thrift Shop 2008, Vintage/Thrift Shop 2007
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 12pm-7pm
Editorial Review for Wasteland – by Kim Cooper
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.
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Insider Tips
When to GoThe Wasteland posts notices of currently desired items, based on season and current fashions. Buying hours are from noon to 6pm, daily.
Know Before You GoThere's a six-item limit in the dressing rooms.
User Reviews for Wasteland
03/21/2007 Posted by clawsgee
Nowadays you go to the thrift store...well they don't call it that anymore. Now it is "vintage" which equals more money. Anyway, the choices are slim and the prices are ridiculous. Wasteland is the only spot that keeps it real. You can always find the best 50's -70's gear and I love it. Go if you are in town.
12/04/2006 Posted by pandibabi
if you love shopping/clothes/shoes/bags/etc. (especially vintage) at all you must go here. you WILL find something. whether it is designer or not they have a vast and great selection. most of the employees are pretty friendly and all have their own sweet style (they get all the good goods first!)
Pros: the stuff!
