North AmericaShopping

Gay/Lesbian shopping in North America

  1. A

    Worn Out West

    Left your gear at home? Pick up leathers, original-cut Levi’s 501s, cock rings and tanks tops at this old-school-Castro, used-clothing store, and dress like a local. Good fetish wear at great prices. Not much for gals, alas.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Outwrite Bookstore & Coffeehouse

    Outwrite Bookstore & Coffeehouse in Midtown is a cheerful gay and lesbian bookstore equipped with a full coffee bar and wonderful desserts. Although the clientele is mostly gay men, the atmosphere is welcoming to others.

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  3. C

    Ritzy Rags

    At Ritzy Rags, owner and performer Leigh Shannon offers makeup and wardrobe tips for making the most of what you were born with. Wigs, dresses and size-14 pumps are also available.

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  4. D

    Universal Gear

    Gay men flock here for this season's fashion trends, from hipster athletic-inspired T-shirts designed to show of those rippling abs to dark-wash Diesels perfect for clubbing.

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  5. E

    The Rack

    Gay-oriented retailer for leather and latex addicts, not to mention fans of sexy undies.

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  6. Rainbow City

    Rainbow City has a huge selection of g/l/b/t literature and friendly staff.

    reviewed

  7. F

    Book Soup

    Frequent celeb sightings.

    reviewed

  8. G

    A Different Light Bookstore

    The USA's largest gay bookseller: raucous readings; gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) resources; and literary cruising.

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