May 21, 2009

Opening Ceremony New York

Fashion clubhouse has the inside scoop on the latest and greatest, which sometimes means designer hits from Target and merch from a Wong Kar-wai film. Kind of like the Madonna of boutiques — always reinventing itself.

  Downtown, Fashion, Avant-Garde, Design Junkies

March 20, 2009

The Smile Cafe & Saved Tattoo Parlor New York

A low-key rustic cafe, eclectic boutique, and new hang for downtown fashion types. Linger over a latte before checking out the revered Saved Tattoo Parlor downstairs.

  Downtown, Fashion, Brunch, Charmer

December 2, 2008

Plum New York

Well-priced dresses, tops, and shoes from indie designers (locals, represent!) in a closet-size shop on the LES. Major props for the easy online boutique, too.

  Downtown, Fashion, E-Commerce, Hipster

May 15, 2008

A.P.C. New York

Soho boutique, hipster chic. Clothing, accessories, and cultural ephemera for men and women who dig the French minimalist aesthetic.

  Downtown, Fashion, Euro, Frenchy

November 30, 2006

Fred Flare New York

Named after Fred Astaire, the quirky online boutique has a location in North Williamsburg. All your ironic, last-minute gift needs will be satisfied. 

  Brooklyn, Fashion, E-Commerce, Good for Gifts

September 8, 2009

Ale et Ange New York

  Chinatown East, Culture, Curiosities, Hipster

June 15, 2009

Rag & Bone New York

Influenced by British tailoring, the Kentucky-born label is now a staple for hipsters with expertly crafted denim, collared shirts, and badass leather motorcycle jackets aplenty.

  Downtown, Fashion, Hipster, Indie Designers

June 10, 2009

BBlessing New York

A retail experience for the modern (but not too manly) man. Edgy and established fashion brands like Surface to Air are whimsically curated with books, art objects, music, and ephemera.

  Downtown, Fashion, Edgy, Hipster