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With a belief that everyone can use a little retail therapy, The Boutique of the Week helps guide you away from the New York City chains and expensive designers and directly to the most unique and affordable boutiques in the city. 

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Entries in Vintage Inspired (3)

Monday
Sep072009

Min-k

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Location - 334 E 11th St. (between 1st & 2nd Ave.) and 219 Mott St. (between Prince & Spring)

 Tucked among vintage secondhand stores in the East Village, Min-k's small boutique has unique pieces in unusual colors and combinations.  With only a few pieces stocked in each style, you're likely to get your hands on a one-of-a-kind item that will boost your style for a fairly affordable price.

Min-k owner Minji Kim designs her own line (Min-k) for her stores and also stocks them with local and Korean talented designers including Talk Talk, Daisy, Diary, About, Number 13 and Sweet Face.  All pieces range from $60-$225 with most styles hovering around $150.  A number of pieces are basics with a punch of style, such as an emerald green ruffle-shouldered cardigan for $150, or a black and white empire waist dress for $125.  Everything from structured jackets, vests, skinny pants, dresses and shorts can be found in bright colors and interesting textures.  Many pieces are vintage inspired in quality fabrics that are sure to be go-to staples.

There's unique costume and locally made jewelry range from $25-100 with interesting pendant necklaces and silver braided bracelets perfect for layering.  Detailed bags and clutches in fun shapes can be found for $50-$200 in addition to scarves and garnished leather belts.

DateMonday, September 7, 2009 at 8:59PM | CommentPost a Comment |
Wednesday
Jun102009

Albertine

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Location - 13 Christopher Street (between Gay Street & Greenwich Ave)

 

A beautiful tree-lined classic West Village street is home to an equally wonderful boutique.  Albertine is one of those quiet gems of a store that has an exciting, unique collection and perfect staff.  On a more personal note, I visited Albertine three times before deciding to feature it on The Boutique of the Week, not because I was wary of the selection, but the price is higher than my norm.  However, Albertine truly is too good to pass up and is the perfect place to splurge and treat yourself to an amazing piece (or two, or three...).

The jewelry is the best feature of Albertine and will have you coming back just to drool over it.  The exquisitely edited collection is priced from $100 to a steep $1,000+.  The beautiful vintage pieces are displayed in glass cases, but touching and dressing up is encouraged.  Delicate necklaces share a wall with leather cuffs, and pendants of owls and horns share a case with a silver snake ring and jade earrings. Prices can only be found out from a large binder where handwritten notes and photos document the inventory.

The womenswear boasts up-and-coming designers and custom-made pieces that are feminine and vintage-inspired ranging from $150-600+.  Flowy fabrics in all colors can be found in floor-length silk gowns and highly-structured bomber jackets.  The cozy store normally only has one or two sizes displayed, but the staff is happy to find you the perfect fit in the back. 

A Victorian couch faces a large mirror for ample viewing, and you can even sometimes find the owner's dog napping as the eclectically chic staff offers spot-on critiques and styling tips.

DateWednesday, June 10, 2009 at 11:36PM | Comment1 Comment |
Sunday
May242009

Lovesong 422

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Location - 441 East 9th Street (between 1st Ave & Ave A) 

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Tucked near Tompkins Square Park is Lovesong 422, a small boutique filled with well-cut, vintage-inspired clothes that could fulfill any shoppers dream.  Not only do all the pieces feel one-of-a-kind, the affordable prices make you giddy with excitement.  The small space is filled with the just-perfect amount of dresses and tops so there is enough variety to keep you thumbing through the selection.

Dresses and tops range from $30-175 and include beautiful maxi dresses, airy floral tops, and clean-cut tailored shirts.  The vintage-inspired cuts, patterns, and color combinations transform to any body type.  Lovesong 422's Spring inventory includes brands such as Hooch, Trinity, and Industry, in addition having their staple fun girlie underwear by Honeydew.

The vintage and vintage-inspired jewelry collection are adorable and include everything from an '80s gold owl pendant necklace for $20 to a silver water-faucet necklace for $80.  Great bangles and earrings are casually displayed and the friendly staff is quick to encourage trying anything and everything on.

UPDATE: Sadly Lovesong 422 has closed.

DateSunday, May 24, 2009 at 3:50PM | Comment2 Comments |