Harputs

Fantastic clothing and even better people behind it. I’ve had a few pairs of pants made by them that completely changed my wardrobe. Had to come back for the Pullover Jacket. I love the Harputs. The whole lot of em.

Beautiful, clean, eclectic, and versatile pieces! Gus is a true artist and he works with you to make your vision for a piece work and then adds in his extra special flair, showing you how to get the most use out of each piece. I always get asked where my clothing is from when I wear one of his pieces and they are all one of kind pieces. Harputs is my absolute favorite store in SF, if not the world.

I should have written this review ages ago. Where do I begin?
I first fell for Harputs after seeing the Pamper, an extraordinary pant/​skirt/​blouse/​dress, in the window of one of the temporary store locations. I stalked it and eventually mustered the courage to go in and check out the price. Upon entering, I was greeted by a delightful lady who encouraged me to try on a selection of their designs, she gave me the much needed instructions for doing so. It was a refreshing experience, she seemed genuinely excited to simply share the creations regardless of whether or not I purchased anything and I didn’t purchase anything, but I wanted everything.
I don’t want to understate the level of sophistication, simplicity, and quality of these garments. They will make you feel like you are are deserving of a Philip Johnson house.
At this point I was hooked. I soon returned to be greeted by GUS (!). I was with a trusted shopping ally, a dear friend who works in the fashion industry and knows my weakness for beautiful things. I do not wish to give the impression that I am even close to being considered financially comfortable. By national standards I fall below the poverty line — I am a visual artist, in library school, and I support myself as a gardener.
Gus worked his magic, my friend whispered supporting words about the quality of the fabrics and I was out the door with my first piece, the three hole dress. It was described to me by Gus as a ‘workhorse’ and so it has been. At a recent library conference, I was able to wear it three days and three ways.
I was soon back for more; the Kankle pant, the Pamper, the Swacket, and most recently the Square Jacket. The clothes are investments and I don’t mind saving or splurging (then eating pb&j for a month) to buy them. These are finely crafted, ingenious garments made in San Francisco by people who are down to earth and wonderful. I must emphasize how remarkable the folks at Harputs are — if you buy something and get it home only to realize that it doesn’t fit perfect, they will fix it so that it does.
The most touching thing about Harputs for me, occurred recently. I had bought a salvaged dress for my up-​coming wedding that needed a bit of tailoring. I did not know who to turn to, mostly because I know my way around a Juki and can draft a good design now and then when I find the time. I needed to find someone who could do a better job than I could, and that is not a low bar. I asked Gus if he could recommend a tailor, he offered his services. There is no one I could have trusted more.
Additionally, I am not comfortable with many of the wedding related charades. I would rather spend 24 hours straight on a data entry bender than find myself on one of those hideous bridal platforms surrounded by pale tulle frocks. While I know this is not their usual line of work, the folks at Harputs have been totally low key, yet completely dependable and competent with regard to this matter. I am sincerely thankful they exist, it’s a truly old-​fashioned experience minus any old-​fashioned ideas. What a gift they have given to me.

Scam. These reviews do not tell you that this is a temporary location. I bought a jacket there, needed help and voila, the phone number didn’t work and no one answered their emails. Unilocal should be more careful.

Harputs is currently working out of their studio on Geary. a location shared with another tailor.
Second floor.
I got off the elevator and Harputs was casually set up front. I couldn’t tell. I told the chick working on the bench I was looking for Harputs and the help commenced.
Harputs Own makes creative and innovative pieces. It’s pretty exciting. It costs a shitload but it’s tailored for you and it’s so versatile that you make peace with the cost.

I’ve fallen deeply in love.
With Harputs.
Finding their temporary location on Geary St near Grant took a little bit of time (next to Goorin, on the second floor) but the detour was well worth it.
I had gone there with the express intention of purchasing a swacket and a little something else, and was wowed by the personal attention I received. Gus was charming and extremely attentive, showing me some of his personal favorite pieces, and I fell in love with them all, particularly the 3 hole blazer. Truthfully, I had been eyeing it on their website but was a little hesitant to pull the trigger as it was an expensive piece, but quality has it’s price, and it is certainly well worth it! For the quality of craftsmanship, innovation of design and timelessness, these pieces cannot be beat.
He had me try both of them on:
* Swacket in gray lambswool with a thin panel of black velvet at the collar: we had been discussing whether i wanted the swacket custom made in the light weight wool or cashmere, as he was having me try on one that was being finished in lambswool. The lambswool material was lightweight and warm, with a beautiful drape and weight. The quality of the lambswool was what really grabbed my attention: it was soft, plush but still held it’s shape incredibly well. After trying it on, and feeling the comparison against the light weight wool and cashmere, I didn’t have the heart to walk out without it, so I purchased it on the spot! The cashmere was also very nice, but the lambswool felt so much softer and pliable, and the color was exactly what I had been looking for. Though it retailed for $ 800, it was well worth every penny. I loved it so much, I even wore it out of the store.
* Three hole blazer in loro piano wool: This was the other piece i had been previously drooling over online. I am a sucker for quality tailoring, and I recognize craftsmanship because my mother was a seamstress. The seams lay well, and the blazer drapes beautifully, conforming to the shape of my body effortlessly as if the sample I tried on had been made specifically for me. The back vents, which normally do not lay well, hugged my curves while remaining closed together, which made me emit a tiny *gasp*. There are multiple ways you can wear the jacket and each style had a very unique appeal — I can see myself wearing this jacket anywhere and all the time: at work, to cocktails, over a beautiful dress, with jeans and a white t-​shirt. I’ll be wearing this blazer until it falls apart and I have to run back to Gus to have him make me another one.
I walked out wearing the swacket, and will be picking up my three hole blazer sometime next week, and I cannot contain my excitement! This is now my favorite custom clothing retailer in SF, hands down.

BF took me here Sat morning for some swacket shopping.
Gus was extremely friendly and spent time showing me each one he had, and the different ways to wear it.
The grey wool swacket is gorgeous, but as soon as I tried the camel hair I knew it was the one… it’s sooooo cozy… and warm. and light-​weight. i’m in love!
Thanks Gus (and BF!), I’ll def be back for a grey one someday :)

I have no business being in Harputs but I love the creativity of the store and the the staff.
I went in with a friend this weekend and Gus immediately had me try on both the Swacket and Three Hold Blazer. OmG. If a jacket slides on and fits you to a Tee how can you not be in love. Plus the muti funtional ways you can wear these jackets are amazing.
The vintage collection from various designers is just as cool as the modern pieces they sell.
I’ll be back and be leaving with a wool swacket the next time I’m there.

Harputs is a must see point for San Francisco shopping. The people are friendly and they have an approachable staff.
I was fitted for an amazing men’s coat that I wore at least three times a week last winter. The vintage pieces drove my wife wild. They just don’t make clothes like this anymore.
Harputs is definitely easier on my account than Barney’s!

Talk to Gus. He is more than happy to dress you up for as long as you can stand it, with no pressure or expectation to buy. Honestly. Because he knows that you WILL walk away from this dress up session absolutely convinced of the virtues of high quality fabric, multi-​function pieces, innovative design, and handmade local production, and you will save up for that swacket and the three hole blazer and a hero dress or you will keep thinking about them until they are finally yours.
This is what happened to me, and I am now the proud owner of a swacket and a very happy customer.

Fantastic fashion and creative pieces! Created and made locally in San Francisco. I love shopping here and give this sweet little shop the highest recommendations because everytime I wear a piece from Harputs people stop to ask who the designer is and I never have to worry about showing up at an event wearing the same thing 10 other women have on!!!

I walked in yesterday and was ready to walk out because I found the clothes too avant garde, but a man walked up to me and asked if I wanted to try the ‘swacket’ on. 20 minutes later, he had me convinced that this was the jacket I wanted. I think he showed me around 10 different ways to wear it and every look was so chic and wearable! Although the swacket was by no means cheap, I justify the purchase having bought multiple jackets for the price of one! I showed it to my bf when I got back and he wanted one as well! :)
Oh, and the french bulldog is ADORABLE.

Harputs is one of my main go-​tos when I’m looking for something new and interesting! Playful and always experimenting, it’s as much a workshop as it is a store. If you like MAC, you will like Harputs too.
Want something awesome that you can wear every day? this is where you go.
Local designers:
Harputs Own is their own line. Based on quality fabrics and versatility, you can pick premade items off the rack or pick out your own combination of fabrics for a piece that’s truly yours.
Gus has a great selection of existing stock to work with and can also find what you’re looking for. I have 2 custom coats from there and I get compliments on them all the time! I also have a simple dress/​shirt that’s in heavy rotation in my closet.
They haven’t grown the men’s line too much, but the basic coat is great and even has a large pocket you could easily fit a flask in. My boyfriend has the men’s jacket and that’s pretty much the only jacket he wears.
Martha Davis shoes – sculptural, minimalist, never boring. And, surprisingly comfortable. They manage to be unique but never fussy, and play well with whatever you’re wearing. The only place outside of Gimme Shoes where you can get them in California.
Make your own belt: leather and vintage buckle selection means you can have something great that’s unique. My brother and boyfriend each have one.
High end casual wear:
They have a large selection of Commes wallets/​sweaters, great sneaker selection for men, and a huge amount of Yohji Yamamoto Y-​3 stuff.

Gus is sooo cool. I walked in wearing J. Crew/H&M and while I felt totally uncool and boring, Gus made me feel right at home.
harputsOwn has so many creative and interesting shapes. I can’t wait to own a swacket. One day dear, sweet swacket, you will be MINE!

great new location and lots of style. this store is worth following and checking in on every few weeks. always original — the prices are on the high end, but most everything they carry are solid investment pieces that you’ll have for years. the owners are locals and really seem to care about their customers and presenting quality fashion.

This is a locally owned store that is THE store to shop in, well, besides MAC in Hayes Valley, if you love avant garde clothing or smart, unique fashion in general.
I’ve been feeling pretty guilty about not walking into this store since they moved downtown, but I finally stopped in and boy did they leave an impression on me.
First off, the store is beautiful. It used to be Prada’s temporary location and Harputs has made every effort to really utilize the space and make it even more interesting to look at and easy to shop in. They have a little studio space upstairs covered by a seek-​through curtain so you can curiously watch their people working on more innovative pieces for their own line, HarputsOwn.
Second, the staff is the nicest staff you will ever meet. You can tell they are genuine and sweet by nature and aren’t trying to push clothing on you to make money. They obviously care about what they are doing and what they have to offer in the latest of avant garde fashion. I seriously recommend having Tyler or Alice help you. They are awesome!
Third, the prices can get expensive, but they aren’t intimidating at all. The prices range from $ 88 for a Comme Des Garcons wallet (cheaper than anywhere else in the city) and a Pleasure Principle dress for no more than $ 350. This is investment shopping people. So save up for a Swacket!