UNIV

This shop rocks! I heard they’re making some killer boards in there too!

super rad store. been here a few times and the employees are always super helpful with finding sizes and whatever you’re looking for.

Awesome little shop! I know a ton of guys that wear their fashion line and it looks good! I would definitely recommend this place to any man trying to shop for stylish but simple clothing. If I was a guy, I’d wear it!

Best clothing store in San Diego County. I love their UNIV shirts, hoodies, shorts, and pants. They carry a lot of good clothing brands and always have the newest Nike SB’s. I’ve been going here more around four years now and they always have quality merchandise in stock.

Cool spot. I always like coming by while browsing through Hansen’s or finishing up brunch at Swami’s.
I like this store because it reminds me of the stores in Seattle. A little urban with some hip hop, not too surfery so it stands on its own.
Hopefully they will continue to do well.

It’s been a year or so since I was in there and not sure how old those photos are… but the few times I did go in there they had some really cool stuff. Mostly guys, but they had a lot more racks of clothing than in the pics… also for girls they had quite a selection of hip Tee’s, tops, jackets, denim, not to mention awesome and eclectic jewelry collection.
To sum it up I would say Sneaker Freaks, Skaters, Hipsters place. If you like that stuff, def check it out cuz they got some different stuff here!

Encinitas needs more shops like this.
The staff is always friendly and treats you like family from the first time you walk in. They occasionally are out of stock on some things, but I think that is part of the appeal of the streetware industry… I shop there because I don’t want to see everyone wearing the same shit I am… Thus, it makes since that they often only stock 1 – 3 shirts in each size. The prices are pretty good, and you can get some great deals on the UNIV stuff (wallets, denim, hats etc.)
The best part about UNIV is that they don’t judge you. If you walked in wearing a john deer shirt or a 10 Deep Shirt they would treat you the same: and for that, they are truly a unique shop in this day and age of skate shops being staffed by a ton of people who think of themselves as the next shaun white (not that i like shaun white… but i digress)
GO IN! You won’t regret it! and join one of their social media outlets so that you know of cool events they do… I stopped by and saw Beta Unit doing a showcase of their new line and they had a keg in the back they were dishin out to anyone who stopped by :)

Love this store! Okay, so they don’t really have a whole lot of women’s clothing, but i like the selection they have for guys. MY favorite are all the shoes for guys. They have a decent selection. And I’m a fan of all the nikes… guys should shop here!
My MOST favorite part though, were how nice the guys were inside! They were beyond helpful and I really felt like they want the customer to be happy and not just make a random sale. I love that! So props to the guys!
Don’t let this small store fool you… great place for guys, and hopefully more girls stuff to come!

It’s true what another Unilocaler wrote — «The guys there are the nicest, most helpful guys you’ll ever meet.» I went in there all stressed out and looking for tshirt for my boyfriend for a last minute bday gift. I was being incredibly high maintenance but it didn’t bother the dude working there at all. It seems like a place that could have a lot of attitude but that’s not the case at all. I love the atmosphere and all the random stuff they have for décor — the sneakers on the spin table is so eye catching. nice work.

Just went back to pick-​up a new t-​shirt and some grip tape. Didn’t recognize the staff, but they were super nice and personable.
It was hard not to leave with two pairs of sneakers too.

I love UNIV. I love when they have events and I love it when the whole community comes out for them (e.g. the art show a while back). They sell lots of sweet shoes, sunglasses, accessories, and everyday casual clothes. The sale items are always nicely priced.

I’m totally down for this place!!!
The selection of shoes is awesome. I always appreciate a good pair of Vans. The clothing selection is great. They have lots of brands with just the right design for you…
The actual shop itself is pretty toned down and straight to the point. A few skateboards on the wall and a bike on display for good measure…
The staff is very friendly and very knowledgeable. They know what product they have and they make you feel right at home…
I can dig UNIV!

I’M NOT A VIRGIN ANYMORE !
This past Saturday was my first time stepping into UNIV. I attended the UNIV/​Lovewright extravaganza.
The store is RAD. The dudes are RAD. The selection of shoes = RAD. This place is just all around RAD.
I bought a shirt too.

Cool little clothing store. I went in once with my friend and his gf and apparently it was grand opening weekend. They had a bunch of their friends hanging outside. This was awhile back.
My friend Allan was looking at shoes or something. The only shoes that I remember looking at were the ones spinning on top of the record player.
They had cookies and /​or brownies out for the customers that day, Pretty nice of them. Very nice people here. Id go back but I live too far away. I just see this place every time that I head up to 101 though.
The other week I was driving up the coast and my passenger saw this store so we decided to stop in for a bit. Didnt buy anything, just browsed around.

Those guys are WAY nice. And they make some pretty rad stuff. I really love my skinny UNIV jeans I got a while back on sale for $ 30. Thanks guys! Awesome little clothing/​shoe/​stuff shop you got goin’ on!

Nuts.
Great sneaker selection, great clothing selection… really incredible staff. Zero snobbery… Tons of Stussy, Vans, Nike SB, and Hundreds (not sure there’s even another place you can find Hundreds in SD)…
The UNIV branded stuff is great. Really awesome girls selection, tons of hats, new Alphanumeric stuff.
Don’t know what else to say. For sure, check it out.

The best boutique in San Diego hands down. Univ is conveniently located off of the Coast Highway in Encinitas. A really neat location with a pretty cool shop. Univ stocks a bunch of really nice clothes for guys and girls alike. LOTS of shoes. Carries lines like Nike SB, Zoo York, Stussy, In4mation, and Vans just to name a few off the top of my head. They also carry their own line of clothing including jackets, shirts, and denim. All designed in-​house.
However, this isn’t your typical hypebeast/​skate clothes shop. There’s just something different about this store that I haven’t been able to put my finger on. I guess you could say that this store caters to everyone. Not just the typical sneakerhead. This makes this store AWESOME and unique.
The staff? Soooo friendly. I’ve been going to this place a bunch of times over the past year and a half or so and I would have to say that only 25% of the times that I have been there, I have purchased something. Not to say that I didn’t want to buy anything, but to say that I go there just to hang out. These cats are so chill it’s amazing.
Like I said. Best boutique in SD hands down.

UNIV is retro, eclectic, and californian.
Inside the shop you find yourself immersed with vintage décor, unique apparel, good music, and service like family. The store itself isn’t that big but there are a plethora of things you «may need or may not need» to look at. There are many boutiques that lack great service, however UNIV is different. When I shopped there, the staff was very helpful and easy to approach.
What distinguishes the shop is that it does not limit itself to the average clothing boutique. At times they display special art and hold local events such as bbq’s, art shows, and their famous weekly bashes at the Bar Leucadian.
The shop carries a wide variety of clothing. UNIV themselves produce their own quality denim, and apparel. Some of the better known companies they stock are, Stussy, Nike SB, The Hundreds, Zoo York, Vans, Hellz Bellz, Crooks and Castles, and the more exclusive clothing such as Gourmet Shoes and Nooka watches.
UNIV is definitely worth the stop whenever your in San Diego, the store is situated near the beach with close proximity to taco joints and great shopping.

Were I a younger man, I would use adjectives like ‘fresh’ and ‘dope’ to describe the wares of UNIV. Since I’m old, I’ll focus on the fact that I went in carrying my infant son and the guy behind the counter still talked to me.
The shop itself is like a little, well-​curated gallery for skate and scene gear. Lots of really nice t-​shirts, some limited edition kicks and (despite it being a pretty small shop) enough fun shit to look at to keep you in there for a while.

Great new eclectic shop for guys into urban street-​wear meets beach ketch. The shop is owned and serviced by two guys with a background in action-​sports apparel and footwear. The brands are from niche designers from all over the globe and include: Stussy, Creative Recreation, Zoo York, Crooks & Castles, Coup De Grace, Hellz Bellz, In4mation in addition to the typical footwear brands of Vans, Nike, Addias and New Balance.
Their Website is under construction but keep checking back as they may offer an online shop: