September 15, 2009

Atmos New York

Japanese super sneaker retailer parks stateside in Harlem. Industry insiders scramble for limited-edition streetwear, athletic gear, and accessories. These kicks are on fire!

Photo: Courtesy of Atmos

  Fashion, Bohemian, Design Junkies

September 8, 2009

Henry Beguelin New York

Legendary handmade leather goods originating with intricate use of recycled materials has evolved into an upscale brand of hippie chic.

  Fashion, Fur, Handcrafted

September 8, 2009

Frock New York

Originally a rental showroom, the LES store now offers women’s designer clothing, accessories, and shoes from the ’60s to the ’80s. Browse big names (YSL, Dior, Chanel, Valentino) — perhaps even alongside a few (Rachel Weisz, Beyonce, Lucy Liu). 

  Fashion, Celebrity Sightings, Design Junkies

September 8, 2009

No. 8b New York

Minimalist corner store (and brother to Project No. 8, down the street) proudly displays edgy menswear from all corners of the world, along with German design pieces, accessories, art publications, and designer collaborations with the in-house team.

  Fashion, Avant-Garde, Edgy

September 8, 2009

Classickicks New York

Old-school sneaker paradise. Vans, Converse, Lacoste, Nike, and whatever else you’d like to see laced up on your feet.

  Fashion, Hip-Hop, Japanese Awesomeness

September 8, 2009

Eva Gentry New York

Well-edited but hearty collection of favorite lines like Rag & Bone, Marni, Rick Owens, and Helmut Lang. In the accessories department you’ll find Dries Van Noten shoes, Phillip Crangi jewels, and Jas M.B. handbags.

  Fashion, Designer Clothing, Hard-to-Find Lines

September 8, 2009

Memes New York

Follow the cultural trends of urban streetwear in the downtown boutique where designers represent from all over the globe — Europe, Japan, and America. 

  Fashion, Kicks