Spring has sprung in San Diego, and with it comes longer days, livelier nights, and many more opportunities to spend time outside. As you awaken from winter hibernation, it’s the perfect time to spring clean your closet and spruce up your wardrobe with fashion-forward fits from the city’s most stylish shops. No matter your budget, there’s a new piece out there for you.
Treat Yourself
If splurge is the name of your shopping game, there are plenty of upscale stores ready to luxe up your look. San Diego’s high-end malls—Fashion Valley and Westfield UTC—feature an abundance of luxury retailers that sell everything from handbags to haute couture. New this spring at Fashion Valley is the reimagined Prada store, elevating your shopping experience with an impressive collection of handbags, clothing, and accessories for women and men.
Boutique It
If a more local feel is more your speed, shop like a locavore at a variety of unique boutiques throughout San Diego County. With locations in La Jolla, South Park, and Banker’s Hill, Thread + Seed offers a thoughtfully curated collection of boho chic clothing, accessories, and gifts. Wild Dove’s three locations in Coronado, East Village, and Encinitas offer a selection of beachy cute, feminine, and dressy-casual clothing that’s quintessentially SoCal.
Get Thrifty
If you prefer to buy on a budget, there’s thrifting galore in store. In addition to the thrift store standbys Salvation Army, Goodwill, and Amvets, San Diego boasts a broad selection of trendy vintage offerings. Sea Hive Vintage and Makers Markets in Oceanside, Point Loma, and Mission Valley are one-stop shops for everything funky, cool, and handmade. Or try your thrifting luck with fun vintage fashion at smaller specialty stores like La Loupe Vintage in Normal Heights or Day to Day Vintage in North Park.
Keep Cool and Comfy
Finally, if your idea of spring fashion is lounging in luxury—and we don’t blame you—there’s plenty of opportunity to amp up your athleisure. High-end brands like Lululemon, Vuori and Alo Yoga have locations in Fashion Valley and UTC malls, while Aviator Nation keeps you cozy in high-end hoodies at their downtown La Jolla location.
