September 8, 2009

Ale et Ange New York

  Chinatown East, Culture, Curiosities, Hipster

September 8, 2009

Seven New York New York

A white-walled gallery, the flagship store is designed for you to walk through on a clockwise or counterclockwise path (depending on gender) to view the progressive clothing collections.

  Downtown, Fashion, Artsy, Avant-Garde

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). 

  Downtown, Fashion, Celebrity Sightings, Design Junkies

September 8, 2009

Dunderdon New York

An innovative workwear company from the Swedish port town of Gothernburg founded in 1997 by carpenter Per-Ivan Hagberg. The “no-filler” clothing line is for men and women appreciative of superior construction and smart design.

  Downtown, Fashion, Swedish Import

September 8, 2009

Erica Tanov New York

Parsons School of Design alum brings simplicity and pureness to her collection of womenswear, bed linens, and children’s clothing. A dedication to meticulous construction and fine fabrics is reflected in her work and shop interior.

  Downtown, Fashion, Handcrafted

September 8, 2009

Cloak & Dagger New York

Punk label Libertine alum Brookelynn Starnes rebelled with her own clothing line. Tea dresses and silk blouses are among the envied pieces in the East Village shop.

  Downtown, Fashion, Indie Designers, Punk-Chic

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

July 10, 2006

Charlotte Ronson New York

Girl-about-town Charlotte Ronson is known for her famous family name but acclaimed for her unique style, collaborations, and playful clothing line.

  Downtown, Fashion, Indie Designers