A super chill street wear shop in the downtown Oakland area. The designs are creative, original,…read moreand well thought to give you feel of who and what the brands represents (Good News). The aesthetics of the shop gives you homey feel, and it's not uncommon to see him bring someone from the outside in, to lend a helping hand, and shed some good vibes and good news! Definitely a place to visit in the Oakland area; especially if you're really into the CULTURE of street wear!

This store used to be a great place for community as well as street wear. I've been a customer for…read morea while but as of late, I fear customers have been severely taken advantage of. I ordered a sweatsuit from here in March of 2023 for $175 and still have yet to receive a product nor a refund (of which I requested on 5-7 different occasions) from the owner of the company who not only ghosted for months but also recently reached out to hint that the issue would be resolved & yet still has not refunded me. I would steer clear of monetarily supporting this brand moving forward. I absolutely love supporting small businesses but in no way shape or form will I ever condone taking advantage of customers while simultaneously using profits to support your own personal lifestyle.

Great basics for men. The sustainable aspect is a cool plus. I only had one problem with a product…read moreand Ronnie made it right.

Very nice owner with YEARS of experience in the industry. The clothes are of the highest quality,…read moretimeless pieces you'll have forever. They are mostly a men's clothier but have a small selection of women. The socks are amazing, purchased a pair for my father.

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)

My new go-to spot for jeans shopping!!…read more Before shopping at Maple Street, I'd never had an experience trying on jeans that didn't have me on the verge of tears afterwords. That was, until I stopped into Maple Street. The owner and staff are INCREDIBLY knowledgeable about their stock and how to solve common problems about fit that femme bodies run into with jeans. I've never shopped at such an uplifting, body-positive space before-- the attitude the entire time they helped me find my perfect pair was never that my body was the problem, the jeans just weren't the right cut for what I wanted! If you're looking for a quality pair of jeans picked out with the help of experts, look no further.

Bad customer service, bad vibes. Lots of pressuring to buy overpriced merchandise in an already…read moreover-gentrified neighborhood. Signs everywhere about "don't try on if you're just going to buy elsewhere!", which seems crazy to me, as shopping around is part of life... Sad to see stores like this are taking up space when it could be a small business that fosters community instead.

Gustavo is worth the visit alone: he'll assist when trying on shoes with a shoehorn, is a…read moreconsummate and knowledgeable proprietor, and full of Oakland pride. Fantastic selection of Birkenstocks, Naots, and more. Visit and patronage this old-school gem before it is gone.

Dude, what a find! I was sitting at a cafe around the corner trying to figure out where I could buy…read moresome Birkenstocks in person. I did a yelp search and found this pace and thought there was no chance it was actually open on a Sunday afternoon. I walked over and there were a bunch of customers buying in shoes. It was bumping. I tried on multiple styles and they had them all in my size. I got some great brown suede Boston's. I'm going back next month to get them in black. The proprietor knew exactly when he'd have them in.

not much to say that hasn't already been noted in all these glowing reviews, but it's worth…read morerepeating that jackie is a lovely & friendly business owner & goes out of her way to be helpful to customers. the store has a great variety of products, both used and new, and i always find something special for my toddler. i also appreciate the friendly chats we have - whether it's about local community resources that she's recommending or a random craft project she thinks my son may enjoy. most recently i picked up a pair of limited edition vans and a cute, graphic baseball cap, both items priced at about 1/3 of retail, but looked essentially brand new. i hope the shop stays around forever, it really is such a gem!

Would be nice for updated hours . Came here Wednesday at…read more120 and they were closed ... and the post it says they are now closed Tuesdays . Sucks cause I specifically checked Yelp before coming over and called but always got a busy tone

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.

I stopped into Aiken in search of the perfect white tee and found a shop that's definitely worth a…read morevisit. They have shirts galore, including some really cool Japanese-inspired pieces with a more unique, elevated vibe, plus a thoughtfully curated selection of shoes and clothing. I ended up picking up a men's tee that fit surprisingly well. It was made in Portugal (always a bonus), had a soft hand, and the fabric weight felt substantial and better than many white tees I've tried. I can't wait to wear it. The person helping me, who I think may have been the owner, took the time to explain how he selects the brands and pieces for the store. Hearing about that thoughtful buying process made me appreciate the shop even more. It's refreshing to find a boutique that puts so much care into what they carry.

Aiken is a new retail boutique for women and men. Good designers. Great fabrics. I saw a lot of…read moreshirts I liked and was able to resist enough to only walk out with one on my first visit to the store. They have some cute lamps and other home goods, jewelry, and shoes too. Aiken opened on February 14. But it's not really new long-time shoppers on 4th Street because the owner of the store has owned other businesses on this charming retail strip in West Berkeley. Very friendly staff. Dog-friendly with treats.