Upright Citizen Studio

Upright Citizen Studio Vintage store

Happy Holidays, friends — and thank you for 8 incredible years of love, support, creativity, and community. ✨Our little ...
12/25/2025

Happy Holidays, friends — and thank you for 8 incredible years of love, support, creativity, and community. ✨

Our little shop has always been more than a store. It’s been a gathering place for artists, musicians, storytellers, families, and dreamers.

From the iconic storefront murals created by artists like and .designs, to open mic nights that brought people of all ages together in a safe space to express music, poetry, and creativity — this place became a home for community at a time when there weren’t many places for young people to hang out.

Our own kids amd grew up here, surrounded by art, fashion, history, and amazing people — and now they help us run our business with innovation and heart. Also, thank you Milt with always being there to help us run the shop.

We were also a photo studio where Jon collaborated with incredible makeup artists and hairstylists, created unforgettable looks, and shot many of his own iconic photographs.

We were the first home for where events were held for the community, and somehow — even though we never labeled ourselves this — we were voted Best Vintage Store in San Diego three different times in the San Diego Reader We are so grateful for that honor, and for every single person who has walked through our doors.

We’ve had amazing neighbors like Three Punk Ales and Steveo, where we even had the chance to name their pineapple seltzer “Seltzer Piña,” with rad artwork by 🍍🖤

To all the beautiful friends we’ve made along the way, to our loyal customers, collaborators, artists, and extended family — thank you for keeping us alive for 8 unforgettable years. This chapter has meant everything to us.

It’s time for change, and with love and gratitude, we’ll be closing our brick-and-mortar store on December 27. Please stop by if you can — we’d love to see you one more time in this space.

Our story isn’t ending… it’s evolving. 🌙✨
Please continue to follow our journey online and at local markets. The spirit of our community lives on.

Happy Holidays, friends — and thank you for 8 incredible years of love, support, creativity, and community. ✨Our little ...
12/25/2025

Happy Holidays, friends — and thank you for 8 incredible years of love, support, creativity, and community. ✨

Our little shop has always been more than a store. It’s been a gathering place for artists, musicians, storytellers, families, and dreamers.

From the iconic storefront murals created by artists like and .designs, to open mic nights that brought people of all ages together in a safe space to express music, poetry, and creativity — this place became a home for community at a time when there weren’t many places for young people to hang out.

Our own kids amd grew up here, surrounded by art, fashion, history, and amazing people — and now they help us run our business with innovation and heart. Also, thank you Milt with always being there to help us run the shop.

We were also a photo studio where Jon collaborated with incredible makeup artists and hairstylists, created unforgettable looks, and shot many of his own iconic photographs.

We were the first home for where events were held for the community, and somehow — even though we never labeled ourselves this — we were voted Best Vintage Store in San Diego three different times in the San Diego Reader We are so grateful for that honor, and for every single person who has walked through our doors.

We’ve had amazing neighbors like Three Punk Ales and Steveo, where we even had the chance to name their pineapple seltzer “Seltzer Piña,” with rad artwork by 🍍🖤

To all the beautiful friends we’ve made along the way, to our loyal customers, collaborators, artists, and extended family — thank you for keeping us alive for 8 unforgettable years. This chapter has meant everything to us.

It’s time for change, and with love and gratitude, we’ll be closing our brick-and-mortar store on December 27. Please stop by if you can — we’d love to see you one more time in this space.

Our story isn’t ending… it’s evolving. 🌙✨
Please continue to follow our journey online and at local markets. The spirit of our community lives on.

Monday is also funday!! Start your week right! With  hosting lotería night  with $3 drink specials! There will be prizes...
09/08/2024

Monday is also funday!! Start your week right! With hosting lotería night with $3 drink specials! There will be prizes, music (soundtrack by me) and it’s all ages!! 🔥🔥Beat the heat at the hot new spot in town. 🥵

✨Summer Nights in the South✨See you at  for 80’s night Saturday 7/13 starting at 8:45.  No cover 21+
07/13/2024

✨Summer Nights in the South✨
See you at for 80’s night Saturday 7/13 starting at 8:45. No cover 21+

See you at the  this Saturday starting at 10am 🔥 we will be bringing a beautiful collection of true vintage. Spring/summ...
05/01/2024

See you at the this Saturday starting at 10am 🔥 we will be bringing a beautiful collection of true vintage. Spring/summer dresses. Kids vintage. Toys. And more. Located in north park. Check out the flyer and we hope to see you there 🔥🖤

New items on Depop! Stop by *link in bio* we also have new items at our brick and mortar store. Spring and summer items ...
03/18/2024

New items on Depop! Stop by *link in bio* we also have new items at our brick and mortar store. Spring and summer items as well as new denim, etc.. check out our stories ☺️Stop by at 287 3rd Avenue in Chula Vista. Tuesday through Saturday 2pm to 6:30pm.

‼️Check out our link in bio for a huge drop on our Depop shop- classic vintage denim from the 80s and 90s! $25 and under...
03/07/2024

‼️Check out our link in bio for a huge drop on our Depop shop- classic vintage denim from the 80s and 90s! $25 and under. We also have new denim (at our Brick and Mortar store in Chula Vista) including y2k! Please DM us if you any questions. Thanks !

New merch in our Depop shop, link in bio. We also have new stuff at our brick and mortar store located in downtown Chula...
03/03/2024

New merch in our Depop shop, link in bio. We also have new stuff at our brick and mortar store located in downtown Chula Vista. Thanks for checking it out.

🐍Dolores Resort Style🐍From Tucson Arizona. 1950’s cotton, tier, vintage skirt. I have been working on this gorgeous skir...
09/08/2023

🐍Dolores Resort Style🐍
From Tucson Arizona. 1950’s cotton, tier, vintage skirt. I have been working on this gorgeous skirt for a while as she needed a good bath and steaming before I posted it. I think it turned out gorgeous! I love these colors and it’s perfect for fall- can totally see someone wearing it at a pumpkin patch photo op! (or any season for that matter) has a few very faint stains (looks like from ironing) not noticeable when worn. Scroll to last picture to see an add on Zocalo magazine from the era wearing similar skirts from Dolores.
Measurements taken flat.
Best fits a modern size small/ medium.
Waist- 14 inches
Length- 33 inches
Available at Upright Citizen (we also ship)
$85
If you would like to purchase please send us a DM. Thank you!

We are so honored to be nominated once again for Best Vintage Store in San Diego. Owning a small business is no easy fea...
08/16/2023

We are so honored to be nominated once again for Best Vintage Store in San Diego. Owning a small business is no easy feat and our success could not be possible with out our wonderful clients, friends, and community! Your support through these past 6 years is so appreciated and we ask that if you would like to support us, please take a minute and click on the link in our bio to vote. You can vote every day! Thank you 🙏🏼

Hola,Due to unforeseen circumstances, El Chopo Vintage Market has to be postponed until further notice. We really apprec...
08/03/2023

Hola,
Due to unforeseen circumstances, El Chopo Vintage Market has to be postponed until further notice. We really appreciate the love and support of you all and we look forward to a great event coming soon. I am still committed to supporting local vintage, jewelry, art vendors & makers. Please stay tuned for a new date.
With love,
Sonia

SO EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT .sugarbrown WILL BE PLAYING AT EL CHOPO VINTAGE MARKET! in keeping with the Chopo tradition,...
07/22/2023

SO EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT .sugarbrown WILL BE PLAYING AT EL CHOPO VINTAGE MARKET! in keeping with the Chopo tradition, live music is a must August 20th.
With more than 25 years  of experience participating in bands like The Skylarkers (SD), Shocks Of Mighty (SD), Cartel De Zion (TJ), Esquina Babilon (TJ), Conspiracion Frontera (TJ),  Bungalo Dub (DF), Isla Groove (Neza) and The Amalgamted(SD).He has worked and shared the stage with artists like the legends of Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae, Lee ¨Scratch¨Perry, Pat Kelly, Stranger Cole, and The Skatalites. Roots Reggae artists such as Don Carlos, Sugar Minott, Eek-A-Mouse, Yellowman and Ras Pablo Molina. In 2007 Sugar Brown begins gigging ¨solo¨, sharing his brand of sweet acoustic Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae, debuting at the famous Bluebeat Lounge in Los Angeles, Ca.
We can’t wait to see you all there.

Address

282 3rd Avenue
Chula Vista, CA
91910

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 6:30pm
Friday 12:30pm - 6:30pm
Saturday 12:30pm - 6:30pm

Telephone

+16198573770

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