Molte Lava

03.03.2009

The Bite:
Want sizzling style that won't torch your wallet? There's an eruption of throwback vintage goods at Russian Hill's antique-y mainstay, Molte Cose. No racks of musty sweaters here – MC's all about kitschy kitchenware, perfectly broken-in designer shoes, and handmade jewelry, all presented in a cool grandpa's attic kinda way. Lucky for you, touching is encouraged. Very touchable: antique cuff links, local designer Nicolette Ganache's rings made outta vintage buttons and recycled silver, and worn (in the good way) vintage purses. Plus, buying used stuff cuts back on those 68 pounds of apparel each one of us dumps every year. That's hot. 
Wanna Try: 
Molte Cose, 2044 Polk St. Map It (415-921-5374). Nicolette Ganache rings, $20-$140; vintage cuff links, $24-$38.

 

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Cocktail Fact

In 2004, a man attempting to heat up his lava lamp on the stove was killed when it exploded - he earned a Darwin Award for his troubles.

Small Changes Add Up

If 10,000 SF Biters buy a ring made with recycled rather than virgin silver, we'll avert 20,000 garbage trucks worth of mine waste.

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