Nooworks

Nooworks has the best customer service!
Whenever I go into the shop, the very lovely sales persons help me pick out styles, designs, and sizes. Always have a smile. I went in last week when the shop was in the middle of a huge sale. This did not make a difference in the customer service. Still very friendly, accommodating.
Their dresses are beautiful. Best thing about them is that they can go from casual, work, to cocktails. They are of such fabulous, classic designs. The fabric is usually cotton with a blend. Good details on all the patterns. Many of the dresses have pockets sewn into them. This is so great.
Whenever I wear any of the dresses bought from Nooworks, I get compliments galore. Besides being stunning, they fit beautifully, and are very reasonably price.
The clothes at Nooworks are made in Oakland/​CA/​USA!

I was randomly walking around in the Mission (actually on my way to Four Barrel, just a couple stores down), and I saw a unicorn dress in the window and had to go in. It was literally a unicorn dress because it had unicorns on it, but also a unicorn in the sense that it fit perfectly and is a unique, locally crafted piece. They get artists (local and other) to contribute textile designs, and it also appears that sometimes the artists visit the store as well.
The staff was working hard, gearing up for their semi-​annual sale starting the following day, but they said I could get in on the action today and were happy to let me do so. They were helpful, started a dressing room for me, asked if I needed any swaps as I tried things on, and told me a little bit more about the store. But weren’t sales-​y or phony in the process.
As for the clothes, I am obsessed with dresses (they have pockets!) and it was hard to not want to buy everything off the racks! They have probably 10 – 20 textile designs that are sewed into a handful of flattering cuts; i.e., you can get the same dress cut but of all different designs or the same fabric but different cuts. They also have shirts, leggings, kids’ clothing, jewelry, and accessories. The sizes are XS-​XL and seem true to fit and are constant between pieces. The fabric is high quality versus something that’s going to rip in the wash or ball up after a couple wears.
I went during their semi-​annual sale, so they had $ 20-​$ 80 racks and a 20% off rack, but «normal-​priced» dresses were $ 100+ so come prepared. I will definitely come back when I need to treat myself or just want to see some clothing art!

What is better for a mother-​daughter relationship than matching outfits? I know: super adorable psychedelic matching outfits!
That’s what we got at Nooworks, where the spectacular, creative prints come in a range of adult *AND* kid dress styles. My daughter got an incredibly cute alligator-​meets-​choo-​choo-​train dress, and I got the same print in a very nicely cut T-​shirt.
The downside: sizing. Even though the adult dresses come in a range of styles and I’m a size ¹⁰⁄₁₂ in most stores, I’ve had a very very hard time fitting into even the largest dresses at Nooworks. And their kid sizes cut off at age 8, so the only reason that my nearly 12-​year-​old was able to find a dress is that she’s really tiny.
So if you are a funky, pocket-​sized mom with a funky, pocket-​sized daughter, then this place is heaven. Otherwise, don’t let yourself fall TOO in love with the fab print dresses until you try a few styles — because you may find that the only things that fit are the leggings and scarves.

The other day, my boss and I were talking about how people shop at the same stores and end up with the same clothes. Just after we had that discussion, I saw a colleague wearing a skirt exactly like a dress I own. Oh dear.
Enter Nooworks. This Mission shop carries such gorgeous clothes, and it’s super terrific that artists design the fabric that is printed, cut, and sewn into flattering and stylish tops and dresses and leggings. And it’s all done in California! The colors and patterns are so vibrant, unique, and cheerful.
I love the attention to detail in the clothes: pockets in dresses, covering up bra straps, zippers that end right where it’s hard to continue zipping up unless you’re an octopus, etc. The dresses are kinda expensive for me but I was okay with splurging for a frock that was well-​constructed and just plain rad.
My Nooworks top and dress have been picking up the compliments right and left. Love this place!

I cannot say enough good things about this place. I have never been so impressed with customer service — after having bought a dress online, I bought the exact same dress in the same size in a different pattern at the store in SF. I later learned that somehow the dress wasn’t cut to the same measurements as the first one, and was thus unwearable. I wrote to Nooworks to let them know, thinking I couldn’t return it anyway at that point. Jen offered to take the dress back and send me one is the right size. Excellent place — and everything is very well-​made.

Amazing prints, great cuts and fabric and all locally made! Guess who’s got a new favorite spot for dresses and tights? This girl! What a find.

There clothing is a little pricey but you pay for what you get. All their prints are submitted by local artists and they make their clothes locally as well. The fabric they use feels a lot sturdier than something you would find at a department store. They were also really nice about getting me the sizes I needed when I was trying on items. I will definitely be going back!

I love this store. The clothing they sell is beautiful, unique, and flattering to lots of different body types. The dress I bought there looks and feels like it was made just for me.
I have seen some reviews that the clothing there is pricey. The price for a dress there is about $ 140, which is a stretch for my budget, but it’s really worth it when you consider that you’re getting a beautiful, quality garment made locally by someone who is probably paid a fair wage.
I will definitely be going back to check out the sale this week!

This boutique is awesome. I have some curves which makes finding dresses that fit them impossible but the way they cut their dresses is perfection. Just enough cleavage and just enough leg. Many dresses with pockets which makes them perf for my work and play.
The fabrics are made in Los Angeles and sewn in oaktown so when you’re dropping dollars knowing your supporting local peeps lessons the blow.
I always check out their sale racks in the dressing room area for sweet deals.

Hands down most favorite store in the mission. Their patterns are outrageously fantastic, and the fabrics are so soft. I love that they print everything around the corner, and the girl working there was a sweetheart! I’ll definitely be back in soon :) Thanks Nooworks!

I found a perfect black velvet dress there and it was even made of California-​made fabric. Great place for girls with pin-​up girl figures. Helpful staff and in-​house fabric designs.

I’ve built up quite a collection of Nooworks gear, and have become friendly enough with several of the staff members that they recognize me now when I walk in. This makes me happy — I like supporting local businesses, and also enjoy breaking down some of that urban anonymity. I’ve also learned a few new things:
— They print a new cat pattern every season. Awesome. I have several instances of the jungle cats from this summer, and now a couple of pieces with this season’s kittens.
— At least some (possibly all) of the patterns are created specifically for Nooworks. I love this — it’s fashion + art, and I’m pretty unlikely to run into anyone else wearing the same dress that I am.
— In my last review, I stated that I fit into smaller sizes than usual… actually it’s kind of all over the map. It seems to depend on the fabric, and the cut.
— I’m quite fond of their leggings! They’re well-​made, using interesting fabrics. They work well under dresses and such, and if I wear a tank top underneath it’s a seamless transition to yoga class. Kitten leggings at yoga FTW, amirite?
Verdict: I heart Nooworks. If you appreciate quirky prints and unique, limited run styles, I strongly urge you to drop in as well.

I feel like Nooworks was created just for me…
The cuts
The patterns
The vibe
The fabric
The fit
The style
Quality dresses designed AND made in locally in the bay area… WHAT COULD BE BETTER?!
They have a textile right now that features architecture of San Francisco. I could not be more pleased that this exists and that I have an opportunity to represent my city in such a unique and fun way!
Thank you Nooworks! I am so excited for the release of next seasons dresses!

Very helpful. Nice selection.

Though Nooworks sells very little men’s stuff, I can see why girl’s would like this store. The dresses were well cut with classic designs and they had some nice bags and shoes.
If you’re on Mission, it’s worth going past 15^th to check this place out.

I wish I had the chance to get inside of Nooworks more often! They have amazing duds for men, women and little ones. The owner Jennifer D’Angelo is not only a genuine sweetheart, but she’s incredibly talented. Check out her work!
Luckily they have a lot of benefits & art shows with DJs, drinks, and other goodies, but my schedule sucks and my wallet hasn’t been the bulkiest lately. I am going to make an honest effort to get my ass in there and get some new Nooworks dresses for my closet. None of my other dresses fit as well as the ones I have from this shop.

I have to admit, since moving to San Francisco last March, I have been a bit underwhelmed by the boutique offerings I have found. Ambiance, the arguable Queen of the SF boutique Scene, has great variety, but lacks the more edgy, LA, casual, stuff that I was used to in Sacramento at Sugar Shack and Krazy Mary’s.
Yesterday, after grabbing some coffee at Four Barrels, I stumbled upon Nooworks and have found my new favorite boutique.
It is almost like someone designed a store just for me: I LOVE wrap dresses and screen prints, and this place had both! Wrap dresses are the best items to have in your closet because whether you are 10 pounds underweight, or 50 pounds over, they make all women look feminine, curvy and gorgeous!
All of their stuff is made in Oakland, looks very unique, has great patterns and fits beautifully.
I foresee a lot of money being spent here.

I love this shop. I will be back.
The owner Jennifer was there the night of my birthday when I (at the very last minute) dropped by for the first time to find my b-​day going out-​on-​the-​town dress. She was so helpful in sorting through the best shapes & colors for me which was great since I didn’t have much time. She even gave me a hand zipping up.
The clothes are all locally designed, and I think they are sewn in Oakland from what I remember. There were lots of very flattering shapes including curvy, and the sizes were a good range too. The fabrics where of nice thick forgiving quality and showed a good range of vibrant hues to classy neutrals. The patterns were mostly geometric graphics (maybe with a western flair?).
Make sure you check out the website to see how the dresses & clothes look on. The pics will give you great ideas and inspiration as to how to accessorize (like high boots with the dresses.) Super cute! I find this shop is a perfect fit for the Mission. Happy shopping! I hope to be back when I’m not so in a rush.
I’ll try to post a pic of my b-​day dress.

hipster threads win!
This is after one foray inside of this place after window-​shopping leering several times after-​hours. This small stretch of Four Barrel Coffee-​influenced hipsterville has spawned about 4 unique shops consecutively located on this strip of Valencia, and me and my BF have consistently gravitated most strongly towards Nooworks because… the dresses are just so danged *cute*!
I at last tried a few on last weekend and they were adorable, reasonably priced, locally designed and colorfully supplemented by the backstory provided by (sadly I’m forgetting her name) woman in the shop who had some role producing them (and sadly I was more focused on how they looked on me vs. grasping the manufacturing details). She was nonetheless super friendly, always offering to be on hand to do the zipping & unzipping.
Even though we passed on purchasing, this was primarily a reflection of our un-​flushness rather than how compelling the sale would have been. As soon as our wallets start burning some holes in our pants, we’ll be back for dresses!

Holy sh*t. I bought a patterned mini dress here (fits perfectly) over the weekend and I am in love. They have this a-​line dress in a bunch of different patterns. I’ve never had this much «admiration» shown to me from the high-​functioning alcoholics in my neighborhood! Maybe I’m also ovulating?
Anyway, the dress is great. And the woman working in the shop was a delight. Please wait by the phone, I’ll be calling to order a few more styles of this dress in the morning :)