I passed through this shop a couple years ago and made a mental note to come back when I had more…read moretime. I finally got the chance to go on a weekend. The shop is cozy but well-decorated with several tasteful items that are perfect for a gift to yourself or a gift for a loved one. They sell coffee, tea, tea-making accessories, vintage clothing, candles, incense, etc. They also have a nail salon in the back! The staff was kind and super helpful. I ended up getting a gold tea strainer and some gold teaspoons that I've been using nonstop for the last few days. They are good quality and make tea time a little more elevated. So glad I stopped by and can't wait to come back and support this business. And don't forget to stop by their adjacent cafe!

This is more than a clothing store with artisanal clothing and jewelry imported from Senegal along…read morewith coffee and teas . Skincare products and hair and cosmetics. It has its very own nail salon with non-toxic nail products used. Another great reason to stop by is after all that shopping you can go around the corner And eat at the Cafe ru dix run by the same owners with the Senegalese flavor.

Great staff, fun and colorful selection that ranges roughly from L (10/12) -5X. And when I say FUN,…read moreI mean FUN. Daring patterns, funky designs, flattering cuts for curves, variation - skirts, mini skirts, jumpsuits, business suits, business casual, formal wear, whimsical wear -- just about any occasion you can find here. And as the name implies, it is focused on plus sizes although they do have a good selection of accessories too - hats, sunglasses, jewelry, purses, bags, belts etc. Also the fans in the fitting rooms! What a marvelous idea! Why don't more places do this? PLEASE, more places DO this. The staff were friendly, engaging, and very helpful and I found the prices to be fair. I got a blazer and two pairs of pants for about $80.

This shop is funky and fun and carries a lot of common brands we know in plus sizes at a discounted…read moreprice. They also have a featured designer rack in the back of the store near the fitting rooms. The one that they had when my bestie and I went was extremely expensive. She designed luxurious coats and wraps. One of the wrap vests looked super cute on me, but it was too expensive and there was no label as to what material was used. It did feel like polyester, however. The people who worked there were very kind and helpful and patient. Happy shops!

The people at this lululemon are very nice…read more Lululemon actually makes pretty decent Men's Quarter Zips. They are better when on sale for a quarter off. The cuts work well for me and the colors, especially the blues tend to stand out better than other brands. The couple of items I have made people stop and ask me for directions rather than walking in the other direction. Brooklyn has changed.

This by far is the best Lulu I've ever been to. First off, THE STAFF. They were soooooo nice &…read morewelcoming! I brought my dad & puppy in & my dad was nervous about having the pup with us - but they made her feel so welcome & EVEN GAVE HER TREATS! The store itself is very organized - I ended up trying clothes out & getting some items in less than 15 min! Also, offered my dad a seat while I was trying on clothes which was very thoughtful! Will definitely make this go-to Lulu!

Cute vintage shop with some ok options but they were too pricey in my opinion. Lady was nice though.read more

Fabulous store! Saori has been here 20 years! The store is small but the finds are everywhere!…read moreThere was even a gorgeous milly peacock dress for $115. She had a sale rack out front and everything was $20! My lord. So awesome.

Don't waste your time on this place. I could not decide whether the clothes were just really old…read morestore overstock items or actual used thrift items. Everything was 50% off (though I get the feeling that it's 50% all the time, so why not just lower the prices?). Clothes were priced at $8-$15 (so really half of that $4-$7ish). Clothes were from like the 90s styles (which is too recent for retro and too old for cool). I didn't check out the upstairs mens, but I have a feeling it would have been more of the same. The only reason I'm giving 2 stars is because the jewelry was reasonably priced ($1 bracelets) and somewhat interesting though I didn't buy anything. Lastly, the staff was unprofessional and their conversations with each other in front of customers was appalling. Let's just say save the locker room talk for the back room. Overall, the place is classless and drab. There's probably a gem if you dig through every single item, but not worth the time IMO.

The owner is very impolite. No trying is possible and there is no clear signature in this shop…read moresaying that it is not allowed. No trying idea is very bad and likely comes from a strange idea that I have time to give back a cloth if its bad. No! I come to a shop to first try and then buy if it fits well and this is very obvious in Europe but seems not to be very obvious in NYC.. Sad, and at least strange, because I will not buy any cloth without first trying it. If there is a bad law than CHANGE IT...

A beautiful tree-lined classic West Village street is home to an equally wonderful boutique…read more 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. June 2009 Featured Boutique of the Week

A really lovely store that stocks both vintage and consignment clothes. I will be back!read more

THIS IS NOT A THIFT STORE....Wondering if anyone else had said something about my SPOT....old…read morereviews!! You need an update!! This place is still going strong while others on Nassau Street have closed. Always filled with City workers and others Downtown office workers seeking bargains....now run a very nice guy who sometimes has his wife helping him out....right now everything is $4.99 and even a 2 for $5 rack with goodies...you will find items from QVC, HSN, The Loft, Macy's, green label Ralph Lauren, Chico's, Talbots, even Tahari...If you have time to got through the crowded racks treasures are there....

Not the best quality clothing or the most stylish, but if you need a sweater that you forgot to…read morebring to work with you, or if you are patient and have a good eye you can do well here. Basics are their business and there's nothing wrong with that. You can't be too mad a paying only $5.

Just left Chess & The Sphinx and was blown away!!!…read more Almost didnt walk in because I was nervous it might be overpriced, but to my surprise it wasnt. I mean, it's not your $5 stop shop, but you really get some quality authentic pieces for a great price. I found the most perfect pair of red trousers for $35. I wont even have to get them tailored and I'm 5ft!!! Listen, there's an amazing selection of clothes that you can tell was thoughtfully picked out for the store. The woman working was super attentive, but not overbearing. She noticed I was carrying a few items and kindly asked if I wanted to put them by the dressing room. The decor was inspiring, there were incenses going and Solange's album playing in the background. I basically never wanted to leave. Definitely recommend and definitely going back!! And thank you to the woman who was working! Your outfit was poppin girl!

I accompanied my friend to this thrift store to inquire about a pair of shoes she had bought…read morerecently. I'm short, the soles of the shoes popped off the very first time she wore them. When she brought this to the attention of the manager, she was incredibly unapologetic, cold, and offered no compensation for the broken shoes. When you make a significant purchase from a curated consignment store, you expect a certain level of reliability and quality from the products. We were incredibly disappointed with the customer service and durability of this store's products and will certainly not be going back again.