This shop is a jewel! Hopefully there will be an upswing of innovative and interesting retailers…read morejoining this lovely place and mercy vintage too! This is the prefect place to pick up a gift for yourself or anyone you love, who has good taste and an eye for unique and thoughtful things.

A beautiful shop. Interesting unique items, especially the jewelery. Dana is a lovely person. My…read morefavorite shop to go for gifts for my wife and daughter. Love it!

Stopped by Dope Era out in Downtown Oakland didn't end up buying anything this time, but it was…read moredope just to experience the space. There's something powerful about seeing a whole store curated by Mistah F.A.B., a real Bay Area old school rapper. The energy in there reflects the culture, the hustle, and the pride of the Town. Even without a purchase, just being in that environment was a reminder of how deep bay roots go. Much respect to Fab for creating something authentic that reps the Bay the right way. I'll definitely be back. Might have to grab some gear next round.

Great vibe. Quality products. It was my 1st time at the spot & they Blessed me wit 2 free T's…read more Small thangs 2 a giant. But, they showed love. I'll b back again Fab. Thank yall again. 1Luv.

Mercy occupies a valuable niche a ways down from WGACA and a ways up from Crossroads. Solid on…read morestyle and condition and selection. The dry cleaner's rack of denim often hides a lost gem. Fun sunnies and shoes and you-never-know-what. Just as likely to discover a sweet JC Penny suede jacket as a Balenciaga beaut of gossamer glam.

been visiting Mercy since it was on San Pablo back in 90s. My daughter & friends were interested in…read morevintage, Karen was incredibly helpful & kind to these teenagers. i always try to purchase gifts @ Mercy, it's a memory. Today the employees at latest College Ave location were rude & indifferent, very sad experience overall. Sandra

We didn't get to visit the shop but we did attend the 3rd annual Bay Area Black Fashion Expo,…read moresponsored by Spoiled. Juneteenth was celebrated also & done so in style! It was really a nice event. Fashion show, live music, food vendors and entrepreneurs selling their wares. The food & drinks were pretty good. There were a couple delays here & there but overall a great production. We plan to visit the boutique soon & hope to take part in next year's celebration.

This boutique is DANGEROUS! There is always something in here I want to buy, don't, and when I…read morereturn...it's GONE! EVERYTIME. Without fail. I stumbled across a small pop up in the Livermore Outlets, and as usual walked away from some cute prospects. I'll stay awake at night thinking about how cute I could have looked in those dresses. But what I love about this store is that the pieces feel like good quality, and they carry a range of sizes (that easily fits these ever expanding curves and hips). And the possible owner of the store is GREAT with faces. She genuinely remembers guests who return. So if you want to be the belle of the ball without breaking the bank: go here and find an outfit that will stun. Trust me, the owner always looks like she's leaving a fashion shoot! She can help you through a look together from head to toe.

This isn't the all-too-typical reclaimed wood, Edison bulb, crystal-infused body spray,…read moresemi-festival inspired fashion shop - refreshingly, it's none of those things. It's Danish-inspired, Oakland born and bred, small batch clothing that Elaine designs and makes in the shop (her workshop is above in the loft). The style is clean without being cold, natural without being pretentious, modern without being rigid. It's part of this Oakland fashion bloom we have going - and is a definitive, and welcome, departure from the herd. Check it out.

Took a break from the crowds of people waiting for the Warriors parade. As we wandered along the…read moreshady sides of the streets, we spotted a grounding serene boutique. Joseph, the co-owner, a pleasant welcoming host, showed us around and told us wonderful stories about the artists and their goods. We'll be back here for sure. A bottle opener handmade by an artist which had the essence of African mud cloth design, Indigenous America, Japan and the Art Deco period, called our name. If you're reading this and haven't checked out the store's yelp description at the header of this yelp page, go check out the pictures right now. You're sure to find something lovely. Thank you Joseph. You made our morning. (Artist Image source: Sarah Cecelia)

Was going to consignment/vintage shops with my son & came across this spot on Yelp. Parking isn't…read moreusually the easiest around this are but we got lucky enough to find a spot right in front. Walked in to such a vibe. A few luxury items in glass cases & racks of clothing on the 1st floor. Upstairs there's more beautiful finds--leather jackets, women's clothing, a small men's clothing area, shoes, handbags and from what I noted, good prices. Can't talk about service because we weren't welcomed, approached or otherwise. I don't mind that. We walked out empty handed but will definitely be coming back!

I discovered ReLove during an online search for new consignment shops in The Bay. I loved to see a…read moreBlack owned business, and was impressed by how curated the Oakland location is for both men and women. The consignment and re-sale market in The Bay is more competitive than ever. I scored on a pair of vintage Levi 550's for an excellent price during my first visit. I browsed during Michael's time in review of items I brought in to consign. I was able to consign vintage Chanel and a Y's by Yohji Yamamoto in just under a month and a half- not bad for consignment turn around. I've also been able to get direct buy outs for other pieces like Armani collezioni, Ralph Lauren, Comme Des Garçon and Michael provides customer service that is more like making a new friend. ReLove's consignment process is welcoming as they openly share their approach and lend their expertise to truly valuing your items. For items that don't work, they are polite and clear to answer any asks why. You can trust their level of expertise, and I love being able to talk fashion industry headlines while awaiting completion of my consignment. If you are past the point of Wasteland, Second Street USA, Crossroads and BuffaloExchange- give ReLove a chance. Only bring quality items, as they have a discerning eye for a curated selection of the best labels with upheld quality for what is accepted for consignments. Browse to see what they have first, to give you a sense of what to bring in for sustainable resale. I frequent the Oakland location, but have had helpful and friendly convo with the SF boutique when checking on status of active consignments. I am committed to full fashion sustainability, and have been for 3 years now, and I'm glad ReLove is part of my collection of sources to find what I'm looking for.

"Too poor to afford cheap things." Have you heard that one? It's attributed to working fishermen…read morearound the Mediterranean, regarding their tools and clothing, and is known as the "boots theory" of socioeconomics: if you buy good boots instead of cheapies, you'll actually spend less money over time. Plus your feet will stay warm and dry. Bonus: you'll look sharp, too. I'm still wearing flannels, hoodies, jackets, and jeans that I bought from this shop since it opened in 2012. They don't look as good as when I bought them... THEY LOOK BETTER. Worried it's pretentious? I've found it to be the friendliest, realest, most helpful, most easygoing brick-and-mortar shopping experience I've had in the Bay Area. I usually come in on my way home from the gym, wearing ratty athleisure, from brands they don't carry, and I've never caught an ounce of vibe. Most of the staff have been here for years; that says something too. Old-world ethos, old-school service. We're lucky that businesses like this one -- and the craftspeople whose goods they stock -- still exist. Wishing this fine enterprise many more years.

Very hip clothing. Originals. Nice to see a high end store for men. Just looking was an…read moreelevating experience!

Very nice stuff. I wish there were more tops with a tapered, flattering fit--they're all very boxy.read more

I always loved visiting Old Yak Bazaar! We need more fair trade stores, and this is one of my…read morefavorites--thoughtfully curated with a calming aura. They have a great selection of unique/cute/pretty items (art, jewelry, clothes, decor, greeting cards, etc.) that I could easily spend over an hour poring through, even though the physical shop is small. I love that all their items are fair trade or made in the USA, all ethically made! Every purchase supports a good cause. The owner is friendly too; he'd always make a point to say hello with a warm smile. He also tolerated the many times I spent forever browsing through the shop while on a grad-student budget (that is to say: waiting for special occasions to make my purchases). I never felt rushed--just welcomed.