If you’re jonesing for some vintage vibes this year, then you need to check out Wildfell Hall Vintage. Since 2010, this Greenpoint-based online(and now by appointment) boutique has been serving up goodies with a flair from timeless eras in fashion and style.
This shop is a great nook in the neighborhood and it’s right above Greenpoint Tattoo Co. (131 Meserole Ave.). Amy, the owner, curates a selection of clothes and accessories that transcends time.
Check out my Q&A with the fab owner Amy and an in-depth look at one of Wildfell’s newest and totally-essential accessories.
GP: How did you get inspired to open your vintage shop?Continue reading →
Franklin Street’s vintage home accoutrements boutique You & Yours Fine Vintage (77 Franklin Street) has teamed up with Brooklyn-based Homepolish designer Tina Rich and Greenpoint Italian restaurant Le Fanfare, for a free evening of sipping, shopping, and succulent planting, tonight November 17th from 6:30-8:30pm. Continue reading →
If you haven’t checked out the latest pop-up shop, The Break, now is the time. After being open for a month on 86 Dobbin Street, the store is approaching its final weekend. Continue reading →
Well hello there, Spring! We’re finally seeing some blooms and sunshine in the neighborhood again. And, you’re probably gearing up to clean out your closet and maybe add a little somethin’ new to your collection. If you’re in a major purging mode, you’re probably organizing your once-loved items by category. Think: donate, keep, and sell. Did you know that there’s quite a few stores in our area that you can sell your gently-used clothes, shoes, and accessories to?
If you want to get started on selling and need some key tips to maximizing your return, read on for some expert guidelines on where to sell and how to clean out your closet like a pro. Continue reading →
This Sunday, come on down to 67 West Street starting at 1 pm to find some cool accessories and furniture for your newly spring-cleaned home (or if you’re like us, the apartment you’ve been totally meaning to get around to spring clean).
After the jump, get a sneak peek at our awesome home decor vendors. We hope to see all of you Sunday afternoon! Continue reading →
We’re already lucky to have a handful of mid-century home goods shops in Greenpoint, and now we have a newcomer to the ‘hood, You & Yours Fine Vintage. Tonight they’ll officially celebrate their opening with a drinks and desserts soiree from 6-9pm and everyone’s invited. Continue reading →
Well, the 14th certainly snuck up on us. If you’re stumped for date night ideas with your sweetheart, or your best partner in crime, here are six ideas to rock on the 14th or all weekend long. Continue reading →
Brace yourselves. Maeven, an online vintage store, is rocking a pop-up shop on 170 Franklin Street. Enjoy scoping out their dreamy and whimsical pieces until 1/31. The classy but Greenpoint-edgy pieces are delightful and I can’t wait to add a few to my collection.
Scroll through for some of my favorite picks and store hours. Continue reading →
While freshly fallen snow is totally gorgeous, we’re now way into soupy, slush-puddle territory. Mind/Matter is sweetening up the dreary weather a bit with an 18% off storewide sale. The sale ends when all of the snow melts.
The great thing about Greenpoint is that there isn’t a shortage of vintage shops to hunt in. And, many of the owners are smart, sweet, and sassy. I can say the same thing for the store, Mind / Matter (165 Greenpoint Ave) is a vintage lover’s dream. More so, the owner, Elle Ditta, is charming and knowledgable.
I recently sat down with Elle to discuss her new store and why it’s a perfect sanctuary for all vintage enthusiasts. (Hint: oh-so-sweet clothes, beauty, and retro furniture). Continue reading →
Franklin Street’s vintage home accoutrements boutique 
