ShopLocal: North Brooklyn
Shop Notes by Brooklyn local, Devorah Lev-Tov
Williamsburg and Greenpoint are chock full of chic boutiques, but it can be overwhelming figuring out which ones are worth a look. Here are a few of our favorites, plus some spots to refuel when you need a break!
Catbird, 219 Bedford AvenueCatbird Wedding Annex, 540 Driggs Avenue
This adorable spot has fun and funky jewelry at a variety of price points. Plus they recently opened up a separate bridal shop focusing on unique engagement rings and wedding bands.
Image via Catbird Facebook
Image via Catbird Facebook
Image via Catbird Facebook
Abode, 179 Grand Street
A great place to get hostess gifts or some super distinctive pieces for your own home. Abode carries everything from kitchen gadgets to furniture, stocking lots of European brands including Isak from Sweden, ASA from Germany, and Magisso from Finland.
Wolves Within, 174 Franklin Street
A carefully curated selection of men’s and women’s clothing and accessories awaits you at this small shop. Pieces from designers like Ace & Jig, Aryn K, and Won Hundred are mixed in with handmade alpaca scarves and vintage overalls.
Budin, 114 Greenpoint Avenue
This Nordic coffee shop is home to a $10 latte, but there are plenty of other great drinks that are more affordable and can help you refuel—and a slice of Torst’s Danish rye bread with butter is the perfect snack. And the shop in the back stocks imported items like Nordic-designed espresso cups and and blankets.
Image via Zagat
Alter, 140 Franklin Street and Graham Avenue
This boutique stocks items for men and women from MinkPink, Cheap Monday, Happy Socks, and their own house Alter brand. They just announced they’ll be opening a store of items designed by owners Tommy Cole and Roy Claires in the site of their former men’s shop at 109 Franklin Street. 
People of 2Morrow, 65 Franklin Street,
Husband and wife owners Sybil Domond and Daniel Lessin have worked carefully to curate their eclectic blend of vintage and imported items from Africa and India and often highlight little-known designers. Clothing, jewelry, textiles, home goods, apothecary items, and even some children’s pieces are all beautifully displayed in the attractively designed store.
Jane’s Closet, 135 Grand Street
Browse affordable and stylish pieces like Lucca Couture jumpsuits, Gypsy05 bathing suits, and Yosi Samra flats at this cute Williamsburg mainstay that’s been on the scene for five years. Their bag selection is particularly unique, with pieces from Sabrina Tach and Stela9.
Five Leaves, 18 Bedford Avenue
Nibble on oysters and kale salad while you scope out the great street fashion. And if it’s after 5 p.m. (or earlier—who are we to judge?) make sure you get a cocktail, the Purple Rain and the Five Leaves Bloody Mary are legendary.
Image via http://fiveleavesny.com/
Space Ninety 8, 98 North 6th Street
Yes, this is technically an Urban Outfitters. But you may not recognize it among all the locally designed pieces, gigantic hair and makeup section, and the gorgeous bar and restaurant. Local Brooklyn artists featured include Cold Picnic and Psyche Jewelry. And don’t leave without trying the bacon-wrapped matzo balls from the Gorbals. Yeah, it’s a thing.
Image via SpaceNinety8 Facebook
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