Five & Diamond

Cheesy clothing and staff. A friend told me that I’d like this shop for its «goth attire» so I guess I was picturing something more like Trash & Vaudeville in NYC. Nope! It’s more like the millennial generation version of bad rave-​emo-​goth stuff. Stick with the more authentic leather shops in SoMa or just make your own stuff.

Happened to come upon this store purely by mistake! Wasn’t looking to drop a wad but that’s what happened! We found so many items that we love love love! The salesperson was very nice and helped us out together some great outfits, along with jewelry to boot!
We are coming back after we save up more moola! Don’t miss this place if your in the neighborhood!

I freakin love this place!!! They have the raddest clothes, most of the time I can’t really afford what I want in there but it never keeps me from coming back… I am a sucker for steam punk attire and they have some of the most original clothing. The people that work there are always super helpful and friendly too! Go check it out!

«My clothes are boring,» he says. Ok, let’s go to Five & Diamond. You’re bound to find something that is definitely not boring. Freaky, yes. Ill-​advised, perhaps. An unusual article of clothing or an accessory that you hold up and try to figure out how to put it on, most definitely. At the very least, a tie or tights with a vaguely creepy but fascinating print.

I shop here. It is expensive but I believe it is important to support designers. They have a lovely selection of eclectic party clothes. I love dressing up and this store is tittilating. Check it out!
Besides the clothing, the jewelry and leather wrist cuffs are also to die for. Try to catch a discount or sale here.

Yep a store that sells what I love to wear. awesome

This store is fantastic, and has always had such a great aesthetic. The employees can be a bit standoffish, but they’ve always been polite whenever I have needed assistance. The quality of their pieces has always been tops — both clothing, accessories, and jewelry — but it’s reflected in their pricing. however, their sales racks are often awesome.
When I moved out of town temporarily and wanted to order a bracelet that was being discontinued, the staff bent over backwards to help me get the last one. what more could you ask for?

Attractive shop with a great unique selection of clothes. It took me a second to realize that it was a steampunk store, then I was instantly hooked. I loved looking at their clothing selection and awesome jewelry. I don’t personally wear steampunk fashion, but their merchandise totally made me want to buy some items. Would love to come back and explore more — perchance buy some items that I can integrate into my own wardrobe. Check it out! Very unique store!

Super cool, unique Steampunk merchandise here! But c’mon now. You cannot charge exorbitant prices if you hire angst-​ridden employees who will not only not look you in the eye when you ask a question, but will only give you a half grunt/​nod in response. Worst customer service here!

Just went to browse, but ended up finding some holdsters, a vest, and some goggles at a price I couldn’t pass up. A lot of reviews note the high prices here, but I’ve been buying this stuff from Etsy and the like until now, and as a point of comparison, I replaced my $ 180 goggles from Etsy (that got «burned» at my last Exodus) for $ 70. The other pieces were about half of what I would expect to pay. Forget shopping on-​line — I’m going into the city for my steampunk needs from now on!
As with any clothes on a rack, I’m doubt most of the clothes on the rack here would fit me. The staff was extremely helpful though, so when I have more money to spend, I’ll ask about custom fit. I’m also trying to avoid leather goods, which eliminates about half of the items in the store from my consideration, but again, I expect that if I asked, they would be helpful in finding a good alternative.

Ricardo and Haley both went above and beyond in their kindness and customer service for me recently.
It’s nice to know that there is at least one high-​end couture shop in this city with real considerate people working there :) I will continue to throw my moneys at you!

If I would have written this a year or two ago, it wouldn’t have been a 5 star review. But the staff has gotten a million times better. So helpful now!
No longer do I get looked down on by staff for asking for help. Wow. Refreshing.
All of my favorite steam punky/​burner gear. Accessories galore! I get my holsters, belts, hair accessories, gloves, jewelry and tons more there. Clothes are very distinctive… and I get compliments on ANYTHING I’ve ever bought here.
Prices are steep, but you can’t find this stuff just anywhere ya know. They have lots of deals if you check out their Facebook page. Like 40% OFF coupons on one item to print out!
Stop by and check it out, on Sunday Streets they have performers, staff yard sales and other cool stuff outside too! Happy hunting!

Really great stuff if you’re into leather and copper and neo-​victorian.
Very high prices. Everything is custom-​made, so it’s worth it — but it’s still pretty sticker-​shocky.
Sadly, there was really nothing in my size (2×6′ 250lbs). Yep, I’m a big guy — but it’d be nice if there were a belt or a t-​shirt that might come close to fitting me without having to special-​order.

Took some friends out shopping and I brought them to this place.
Five & Diamond never fails to keep me busy. Kind of a dark place and not my typical style (whatever), but they carry tons of jewelry ranging from gruesome, to steampunk, to vintage. Some of the plugs they have are so pretty that I start considering getting gages.
I got a ring instead while my friend got a necklace. The ring was a Kittin Hawk design (local) made with crystal and chains and was on sale. Very beautiful. The necklace was vintage looking and cost about $ 40. Beautiful.
This is a shop worth checking out.

Be prepared to walk into year say…1868, when you step into this eclectic clothing store. Boasting styles from the likes of saloon girls and the early days of aviation — all I could think when u was looking around the adorable room was Tombstone and The Wright brothers. Women have the option to peruse wonderfully crafted, locally designed clothing reminiscent of a period when women flaunted corsets.
I kept repeating out loud, but to myself — ‘what is this style? What do you call this?’ I was so confused and curious. It was such a unique throwback to all things glorious at the turn of the century. Aviator goggles, leather jackets, lady hats, timepieces… I finally put my pride aside and let my Dallas ‘not-​cool-​enough-​for-​San-​Francisco’ side shine. I asked the very jovial and friendly fellow checking people out. «What do you call this style» I asked? He replied, «just something from every generation, that fits every style.» I stared blankly back at him until my friend Joi B couldn’t take my agonizing angst anymore: she politely nodded and smiled and said, ‘It’s Steampunk” Ah hah! That’s what this place is: Steampunk! A gritty and edgy marriage of elegant pieces of the past with funky pieces of the future — with a little bit of a violent undertone too as seen in the helmets adorned with horns and spikes of sorts and accessories akin to whips and black lace. I reveled in the awesome finds like a mini-​timepiece necklace and tiny lady hat with feathers that I proudly walked home with. I am soooo Steampunk right now.

I love everything in here, but I hate the fact that it empties out my wallet.
This store compliments denim & leather with tasteful style, awesome metal work by jeweler geniuses and amazing designer wear. Kinda reminds me of Vivienne Westwood minus the tartan with a spin of seduction.
Since the day you opened, up until forever, I will love this boutique. =)

Fantastic, interesting fashion, gorgeous window displays, racks and racks of fabulous steampunk-​burner-​punk garments, but celestially high prices, and not a thing in my size :(
C’est la vie…

Leather, ruffles, and hardware. Three things I love! And all rolled up in one store.
Seriously, this store has the most unique and head turning gear. I can’t say that this is steampunk. No way, steampunk is now for the cosplay/​theatre nerds. This is more hardcore than that. Lots of couture pieces, with couture prices to match, but for pieces that you cannot find anywhere else, I say it’s completely worth it. I will NOT see another person wearing anything remotely similar or «inspired» to my Skingraft garter belt. Unless, of course, it is Skingraft. I always get stares and compliments when I wear them, and constantly get asked where I got them.
Definitely a place to pick up statement pieces. Pick your poison: leather jackets with incredible seaming? Utility belts? Big, silver, dangly earrings? Metal cast skull pendants? They’ve got it, and it will make you look awesome. No, you won’t look like you came out of a costume closet. Looks way too expensive for that.
Shop staff looks intimidating, but really they make you feel at home and greet you with a smile. Informative, and helpful! I always feel comfortable here.

A friend suggested I come here to do some of my Burning Man shopping. She warned me that they are a little pricey but I headed out to the Mission anyways. Parking was fairly easy to find, surprisingly.
The place was crowded but I think everyone there was doing their last minute shopping too. Wow, they are expensive! I just couldn’t justify dropping that kind of cash on something I’ll wear at the most a couple of times a year. And who’s to say I’ll go «home» (BM) again?
I have a lot of friends who make their own BM outfits and I’d rather give them my money and get something more original and custom made for me. This place just seems to want to capitalize on the event and they’re doing a great job. They have some really cool stuff but at the same time it’s not very original. You could find the same at this one place on Haight st. (sorry, I can’t remember the name).
My BF broke down and bought a pair of $ 60ish goggles which I don’t even know if he wore. Shoot me…

Whoa, seriously… I never thought I could walk into a store of this type again and want to buy anything. This is high end, well made merchandise for those loving Old West/​Victorian styles with a punk edge, so… dare I say it? *Steampunk.* So many people go oh-​so-​wrong with Steampunk. When executed well, it can be head turning and inspiring. What started as a more creative outlet for dressing has now degenerated into poor RPG costumes. Sad.
Like I said, Five & Diamond is high end and carries the stuff that will have people exclaiming (or thinking) «where did she find *that*?!» Yes the price tags may give you pause. Take a closer look and you’ll find this stuff is the real deal. The garments are exquisitely created, and… rare (there is probably one style in each size, if that).
I had my eye on the middle rack of bloomers. I realized, I have about 5 pairs of bloomers and do I really need another? Why, yes I do. You can never have enough bloomers!
Ignore the goggles, if you find that kind of silly. I don’t meant to offend, but I’ve been seeing the goggle look for, what, over 10 years now and I rarely seen people be able to pull that off. I just think of a little kid in A Christmas Story or something plus dreadlocks and well, it’s not a pretty result.
The accessories are absolutely to die for. I had my eye on a leather cuff that was truly unique and just gorgeous. They were about to close (although I was not at all rushed to leave. I hate being the last customer in a store keeping the staff there), so I’ve vowed to return before I leave town.
You might expect the staff to be a cooler dressed variation of the ladies who work at Bendel’s, but that’s just not the case. They are absolutely darling and dressed to the nines, darling. They also didn’t engage in any high pressure sales that you’ll know by now will make me run screaming out of a store.
One caveat: the sizes run REALLY small. I know, I know, you’re not supposed to care about such things, «it’s just a number» (I swear that phrase was coined by someone who wears a size 0), but I was looking at two sizes bigger than I normally wear, and I haven’t even started eating burritos yet (I just arrived in town!) sooooo… yeah. Be prepared to feel like a fat ass. Hm, good dieting incentive.