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Welcome to The Archive, San Francisco's newest and most exciting boutique for men. Straight from the runways of Milan and Paris, and the ateliers of Antwerp and Tokyo, The Archive offers exclusive, contemporary designer clothing and accessories for the modern, style-conscious man. From casual wear to the most sophisticated sportswear, in The Archive, men will find uncommon wardrobe choices that place no limits on style or quality. Co-owners David Becker, Michael Kelter, and Arthur Louie have combined over forty years of experience in men's designer fashion to assemble a variety of innovative collections that can be found in only a handful of stores worldwide.
Minimalist industrial design and track lighting spotlight this store's urbane selection of designer menswear. The collection focuses on sophisticated and edgy casual pieces, like denim, sweaters and leather...
citysearch.com - expert review - 10/05/2006
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Something strange you can't quite put your finger on here. A sort of stifling desperation to be cool. Try criticizing some of the more desperate attempts at style and see if they throw you out. David Becker...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
"it's true, this man has no dick" I've been in here before with an okay/fine experience ( I purchased a Stetson hat), but went in just recently because one of my new friends sells his beautiful belts…
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Honey and I thought we knew where to look for $800 men's shoes. (Don't get me started on why anyone needs $800 shoes!) Guys had been telling him about the Archive and how fabulous it was, so we…
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Incredibly impressive clothing, incredibly expensive, incredible fits. I ration myself one item a year from this place. Where else would I ACTUALLY entertain the idea of buying a 600 dollar hoody? I…
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A super-stylish boutique clothing store for men, where you can browse through a gallery style selection of one of a kind jeans, jackets, shoes, shirts, and accessories. If $800 jeans or $500 shoes…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not much variety honeslty - everything follows the house style - "Cyborg Bland" - paramilitary inspired (epaulets, buckles, little zips). Right now, I'm not in the mood for more war, no matter how…
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Archive is a phenomenal menswear boutique. San Francisco is very fortunate to have The Archive, as this is easily the best store in Northern California for menswear. This is a destination store,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You must be thin, you must be hip, and you must be willing to empty your wallet to shop at this quietly elegant boutique for men. Urban chic is the style...man purses, computer cases, belts with cast…
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A visit to The Archive leaves my wallet huddled in a corner of my pocket, hyperventilating, and that's without purchasing anything. Of course the real blame falls squarely on the shoulders of my trust…
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply *THE* best men's-only clothing store I've ever been to. First of all, David (if I'm not mistaken - the caucasian guy) was THE best salesperson I've ever dealt with. Knowledgeable, soft-spoken,…
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The only store in San Francisco that carries my color palette - black, white and gray...and all the colors in between! Definitely a must for fashionable guys with an edge! If you want to look good…
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you see a guy around town wearing the hottest coat ever say hi. It's me.
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sexiest. Mens. Clothing. Ever. Warning: Axe and Tag body sprays got nothin' on the clothes in this store, boys be careful around sexy women while wearing selected items....consider wearing a helmet…
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I happened upon this store while walking downtown on Saturday - what a great surprise! I absolutely love it! How nice it is to have a higher end place to shop where the clothes are only for men.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I admit I'm Daddy's Little Girl. I always wanted to be like him, wanted to emulate him. I even wanted to... well, it is embarrassing to say it. I'll stop now. But if I were a guy, I'd be in heaven…
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great selection - check Friendly and knowledgeable staffs - check
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm soooo torn about this store. I love the clothes... I hate the prices... What's the deal? It's a well edited collection of pieces from small labels which you really don't see much of in SF.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i approve. this is a well-curated men's shop that stocks ready-to-wear, high-end labels (ann demeulemeester, neil barrett, costume national, nice collective, etc.) & presents them in an unpretentious,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
G-star we have to talk. Now I know we've been together for a couple years, but I'm starting to think this isn't working out. At first we were so great, we'd go out to the bars, hit the clubs, people…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They carry nice threads for guys including one of my favorites, "Nice Collective". If you like distressed, G star type stuff, you may like this place. Great T shirts as well!
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
costume national, ann d, neil barrett, best men store in SF IMO... sales are insane, if you get on the mailing list you get invited to private parties which often include the designers themselves,…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i can't say much that hasn't been said already. the archive is just a great place for men to shop. ann dem, neil barrett...great european and japanese designers. i would have given the archive 5…
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
David, you are stellar. After perusing the website and me immediately loving the look, JR and I decided to go have a look-see in person.
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the few boutiques in SF that has near-perfect taste in men's clothing and accessories. While this is a very subjective statement, one walk through the store and it would be hard to disagree.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You are not going to find clothing and accessories like this anywhere else in San Francisco, or at least it'll be a challenge. Every item they carry has a modern elegance to it, there's a little bit…
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I stopped in The Archive to purchase a dress shirt and I am impressed by the selection and the service. Arthur helped me pick out a gorgous tonal stripe navy Bagutta shirt and Costume National tie to…
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Men's fashion leaders, David Becker and Arthur Louie have assembled a fantastic men's apparel boutique here. There is a reason for investing in quality men's clothing vs. picking up something from the…
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Ok - first - the markup is pretty high, but I have found out that often when small retailers are importing they arent able to keep the costs down like a department store such as Barneys would. If…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The hippest, most fashion forward store for men of any age in San Francisco. The selection of designers is like nowhere else in the city, the staff is very helpful. Prices are high but this is…
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I checked out this store today. Very cool boutique clothing. The clothes seem to be slim/athletic cut (though I didn't try any on). If you like neutral colors: black, grey, white (and the occasional…
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
now when i think of an ideal man i want him in black cashmere and a devastating coat with a tall stiff collar and tough boots. slacks that drape. this store has such nice clothing for men. so nice.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2006
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