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Metagama Atelier

"WHAT IS METAGAMA?" is the question that confronts you (literally, in huge block letters) on their website — and to be honest, it'd probably be quicker to list what Metagama isn't. Fashions (from vintage to up-to-the-minute styles), books, collectibles, records, even art installations all share space in this diminutive shop. The key is curation, which is done with mind-boggling expertise: these folks really have their finger on the pulse of what's in style and in demand, and the inventory constantly changes to reflect it. Somehow, some way, they always know what you need and have it on the shelf waiting when you arrive. And if they don't have it, they'll track it down for you: just shoot them an e-mail with a description and/or photo of what you're in the market for.

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Address: 43 W. Tupper St.
Getting there: Metro Rail: Fountain Plaza
Hours: Tue-Sat noon-8PM
Website: metagama.co (opens in a new tab)

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