Hipster Makeover Guide

Updated: May 30, 2008

So you want to be a hipster? Now's your chance. Become a hep cat at these top Seattle clothing shops, health clubs, furniture stores, bars, and hair salons.

On this page:The Essentials, More Hipster Spots.

The Essentials

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Vain
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    2018 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

    Take a deep breath and tell the folks at this Belltown salon to follow their vision--they boast a defiant, DIY haircare ethos.

  2. 2 Segway Of Seattle
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    93 Denny Way, Seattle, WA 98109 (map)

    Begin your journey by picking up a Vespa to scoot around town on; don't forget to wear some aviator sunglasses.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Anchor Tattoo-Ballard
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    2313 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107 (map)

    Work with the tattoo masters at this Ballard institution to create a custom design to express the new you.

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average King's Hardware
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    5225 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107 (map)

    Haven't you heard that Pike and Pine are so played out? Show off your new look at this faux-Western Ballard Avenue bar from the folks behind Linda's.

  5. 5 3 Star Rating: Average Destination Shirt Co
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    3412 Evanston Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 (map)

    Time for some new threads. You could scour vintage racks, but it's easier to buy a T-shirt bearing the logo of the Buckaroo or another hip landmark.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Easy Street Cd's & Tapes
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    20 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109 (map)

    Pick up some vinyl to add to your collection of obscure records to play on your vintage record player. Extra points if you discuss how digital music takes away the recording's soul.

  7. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Pike Place Market
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    1508 Pike Pl, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)

    Glare at the tourists as you pick your way to the sidewalk north of the main arcade to buy a psychedelic print from Seattle's famous outsider artist, Jon Strongbow.

  8. 8 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Area 51
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    401 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122 (map)

    No hipster abode is complete without some retro-cool kitsch. Browse the store for '50s Googie tables and more.

  9. 9 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Zum
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    2235 5th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

    Work up a sweat in the fitness sandpit or take a group class from former Cirque de Soleil performers at this cutting-edge Belltown gym.

  10. 10 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Bauhaus Books & Coffee
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    301 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122 (map)

    All this scooting around town must be making you tired. Grab a cuppa (black, natch) and whip out your favorite Tom Robbins book to read conspicuously.

More Hipster Spots

  1. 11 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Neumos
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    925 E Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98122 (map)

  2. 12 3.5 Star Rating: Average Sunset Tavern, The
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    5433 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107 (map)