Foggy Notion

Love the diverse selection of products at Foggy Notion. I can grab a gift for my Grandma and my Mom at the same time. I picked up some charcoal soap for myself the last time I went in, and need to go back for some more!

Walked in to take a look, since I had parked nearby to do errands in the area. Apparently the 2 girls working there were more interested in taking photos of themselves (seriously!) and giggling over their phones than to greet me or answer my questions. Maybe I didn’t look like someone willing to spend $ 40 on a soy candle, or a $ 35 «balm.» I was interested in the locally made bath and body products but after looking around and being completely ignored (they were a few feet from me the entire time, it’s a tiny store) and feeling awkward, I realized these overpriced «handmade» products were ones I could make myself (ingredients were nothing special) and typical hippie dippie crap. Sorry, I wanted to support a small business but do not think this place will last as they seem to be nice to some people and not others, and their products are not unique or high quality to justify the prices.

Cute hidden gem of a store tucked inside of the «Richmond Plaza» on 6^th and Clement filled with local goods including soy wax candles, soaps, sprays, honey, cool cards, handmade leather wallets and bags, jewelry, and ceramic mugs. A lot of the stuff here were on the pricier side especially the wallets and jewelry — understandable since it’s handmade. We ended up buying a soy wax candle on Small Business Saturday and got a free tote which was awesome. The candle I got (forget the name, but it’s in a brown jar) kind of sucks though tbh. I’ve lit it for over 3 hours now and I smell nothing. It’s not the store’s fault, but I would definitely try a different brand next time.

Pros: The shop is really cute and really small. The lady working that day was super sweet and even hooked me up with free catnip for my Unilocal check-​in! I like the idea that many things seem to come from local vendors and support good causes.
Cons: The location is definitely a whole in the wall kind of place and is inside this mall-​ish strip so it can be a little difficult to spot. The place is SMALL so that definitely limits your selection. And I do like the idea of support local vendors but things are quite pricey… or rather REALLY pricey.
Overall: A cute place to check-​out but don’t expect to find any great deals.

The store is super cute and has really great products! My friends and I are completely supportive of buying from local stores and purchasing hand made goods. That being said, we have also all talked about how the lady who usually works there is moody and not very friendly. It’s really sad that because of that I rather go out of my way to find other local SF stores even when Foggy Notion is really close to my home. Costumer service is very important!

Great little shop. Kind of hidden. I like to support local places and this one has some interesting well-​made things. My only complaint is I hate buying a little bag with the name on it for more money. I know bags cost at grocery stores, but I feel like if you’re paying a hefty price for candles, wallets, lotion, jams etc they should somehow factor into the price that you get a free paper bag to carry it out of the store. So I paid ten cents for a tiny itsy bitsy bag and the handle paper bags were 25 cents each. Most people will just run across this shop and not have a bag with them like a grocery-​store run. Plus, with a bag as part of a gift, we are advertising your store for you! So, I think a bag should be free. Something to consider. That is all.

I must start by saying what a great little shop this is! I live in the neighborhood and it is definitely my favorite spot for awesome locally made finds. I’ve had my eye on a Megan Shimek weaving for a while now… after several visits to the shop (and very warm, friendly interactions with the owner, Alissa) my husband and I finally took home a beautiful weaving. We are so thrilled with it!

Great selection of local products. Last time I was there a bought a great hand bag and local honey. Fun find hidden just off the beaten path.

I love this place! Such a great little shop. I bought a soy candle there and it is incredible… the scent is amber and moss from the Pomme Frites Candle Co. It burns well, no black smoke, and it smells up my whole place very noticeably but not over the top.
This is a great place if you’re looking for a unique gift that’s good quality at a fair price. They have all kinds of cool stuff for men and women… oils, candles, small leather goods, lotions, fragrances. Alissa is the brains behind the magic and she’s sweetest! She’s a Libra so that is even cooler. Support this place, I want it here forever!

Alissa is the SWEETEST :) She was super helpful in showing me all the product options for bags when I was in a search for a new one. The store is filled with the most amazing goods from uniquely scented candles, beautiful succulents & jewelry to super rad leather backpacks & wallets. Such a hidden gem in the Richmond!

Cute place tucked away from the street. I’m a fan.

This store is so cute! I’ve been here a few times with my friend. The last time I went, I checked in on Unilocal and got a cool Foggy Notion canvas bag! The people who work here are so friendly. They are always eager to help answer any questions. I love the unique products they sell. It is a tiny store, but I always find something I just have to buy.

What a great find right off of Clement Street. Beautiful locally made goods, lovely owner and the sought after Fox and Lion bread that’s only available by subscription on Thursdays. Foggy Notion is one of the few shops that carries the bread.
If you’re looking for small batch goods with a local slant, step into the oasis of Foggy Notion.

Foggy Notion may be one of my favorite stores in the city.
Seriously.
Alissa the wonderful mastermind behind this fantastic store has curated this intimate space to perfection.
Ultimate San Francisco perfection.
From recycled Pendleton blanket purses.
To innovative mason jars with sippy cup tops.
To Juniper Ridge’s all natural incense
To Shelter’s hand-​made bags (so gorgeously crafted)
To Habitat for Honeybees’ local honey from Golden Gate Park.
To Leaf and Light’s wood & air plant sculptures. Perfect bathroom decorations (shower mist feeds these sculptures well)
To dishtowels which are screen-​printed with iconic San Francisco images.
To By Nieves organic skin care which is phenomenal and includes my favorite — Cloud of Protection — which is ideal for pretty much everything (hand sanitizer, perfume spray, etc)
To Bariani’s Olive Oil Soap (so nice and light for your skin)
To Wildroot Botanicals’ all natural skin care and herbal products. Their geranium lotion is heavenly.
To Fire Cider — which is an enhanced apple cider — which is amazing for digestion and packs a powerful unique zing.
To LuLu Organics’ all natural hair powder for those days you don’t feel like showering.
The list goes on…
Foggy Notion has an intuitive notion of what San Francisco needs. Alissa the owner has captured it beautifully in her darling hip space. And the best part is that she also uses the space as a workshop for her own remarkable bag designs — way what’s up.
Trust.

I’m a school bus driver and came across this store when dropping off some kids at Peabody Elem. I have since brought a couple of items which I really love and currently use on a daily basis, a bag being one of the items.
I’ve had the chance to meet the owner who is very knowledge about the products and friendly. Her own personal hand made merchandise is creative and made with care which shows in the quality of her work. I also like that her store carries other local business owners merchandise. Her store is small but it offers a variety of interesting and unique things.
If your looking for something different in a small boutique, try Foggy Notion, you will be pleased.

Foggy Notion has such a cool selection of SF made goods. It also has some small batch items from other places as well.
They carry The Balm, Fire Cider and The Cloud of Protection. It is quite a fascinating selection of potions and elixirs. If shopping locally is important or interesting to you then dont miss this gem!

A cute neighborhood gem selling local items, including honey made from bees in Golden Gate Park!
The staff are just super duper nice. Definitely check out their website for special events! I went to the Valentine’s event and they were serving treats!

I’M IN LOVE! Like big love, like a child loves it’s stuffy, like a foot loves a cozy sock, like my hippy, indie, local goods loving self loves SF goods!
I have been waiting for the perfect moment go inside this little gem, tucked away jsut for me on this lovely winters night!
The owner is just as lovely a her store, knowledgeable in all of her products that she so lovingly carries.
The store is a lovely place and I wish I could live inside it and lather myself in all it’s local organic trendy goodness.
Thank you for being here, our little big family are customers for life!

Hidden little gem. Great Stuff. Made locally. Friendly Owner. Just wish the place was bigger and had more things to sell.

I had been noticing this little store on my way to work this last week. Turns out they just opened last Tuesday!
I bought a soap/​lotion dispenser made out of an old blue mason jar. It was on the higher priced side (24 dollars) but it was very pretty and I really wanted it and I was really excited to support an exciting new store. I have been wanting to buy bulk hand soap, so now I can get excited about its container. Yay!
As Tom Haverford says, «Treat yo self.» I couldn’t agree more. That should probably be this shop’s motto because all of the wares are treats.
I love the chunky succulent plants they have, and the whole design scheme is clean and crisp and cool. The owner makes wallets and bunting and small bags out of old tennis racket bags. Neato! I will definitely be making this a regular after work stop and I can foresee many great things to come for Foggy Notion! Welcome to the neighborhood!