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WEST VILLAGE
The West Village stretch of Bleecker Street has
morphed into a mini Madison Avenue, but
non-chain stores still give the neighborhood
that downtown-cool charm. When strolling
down the streets of The West Village, you will
come across popular brands such as Diptyque
and C.O Bigelow to meet your home décor
needs or for trend setting brands, you will find
Malson Marglela and Urban Zen.
WILLIAMSBURG
Williamsburg, found in the almost-too-cool
Brooklyn, is sprawling with amazing vintage
and thrift shops. This neighbourhood is well
worth trekking over the Brooklyn Bridge – not
just for the great shopping but also, for its
ever-growing supply of delicious restaurants
and cafes, as well as upcoming art galleries.
A true mecca for vintage-lovers, you can find
two sources of vintage goods: stores and
marketplaces. Check out Beacon’s Closet,
a vintage store, and the much-loved Artist &
Fleas marketplace and Brooklyn Flea Market.
PARK SLOPE
park Slope is that shy but trendy friend who’s
far too modest but has all the coolest and
newest clothes. When you think Fifth Avenue,
the doors of Tiffany and Co. probably spring to
mind, but in Park Slope’s case – Fifth Avenue
marks a flurry of independent fashion shops
selling one-of-a-kind items. Shopping in this
area sees you among vintage troves in the
form of brownstone buildings; make sure you
snap a picture of this Brooklyn aesthetic. Pay a
visit to Bird, another fabulous Beacon’s Closet
and Diana Kane.
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