A charming coming of age story during the 80’s in San Francisco. Zippy gets her dream job working as a
salesgirl at I. Magnin in the dress dept., with all it’s entitled shoppers and “saleswomen for life” coworkers.
This is a charming book about found family, making compromises and ambition. A lovely book.

Shopgirls is a vibrant and sharp look at the coming-of-age story we didn’t know we needed. It’s a mix of glamour, grit, and hilarious missteps as Zippy learns from her fellow salesgirls and the colorful characters around her, all while trying to reinvent herself in a world that’s far from perfect. What I loved most was the blend of humor and depth, the absurdities of 80s fashion and beauty standards paired with a poignant exploration of self-discovery and friendship. Zippy’s evolution from a naïve girl to someone finding her place in the world, with all the twists and messiness along the way, makes for an engaging and heartfelt read. It’s funny, raw, and ultimately a love letter to those found family moments we all need.