I have been addicted to this store and their beautiful clothes,…read moreever since I discovered their masks. Not only are they so comfortable and Have an extra pouch inside to add an additional filter. They also come in beautiful colors of silk and cotton and they donate one for every you buy. (Which helps you justify spending more on their quality) the staff there is so welcoming and friendly and accommodating . I find myself there weekly, buying these masks as gifts and looking forward to seeing their sales associate Melanie, Who has been so helpful in helping me choose color and type as I describe the person I'm buying the gift for. They are very conscious about covid safety, social distance and the amt of customers in the store. Great experience !

Thus could be a better store but when the owner is absent - the sales staff sits on their butt…read moregossip ing with people and not very helpful at all . In these uncertain economic times this behavior does not pay the rent nor does it encourage potential shoppers to return

I was married over Labor Day weekend in September 2009. From the beginning of our wedding planning,…read morewe knew that we wanted to carefully craft our wedding to reflect ourselves and our love of all things local, sustainable, and beautiful. We involved friends and family in all aspects of the planning, including the creation of my wedding dress. I met Sam through mutual friends, and approached her about making my dress soon after our engagement. We had several meetings to talk about what I was looking for - shapes, styles, inspirations - and I greatly appreciated the attention paid to all my ideas. Sam and I worked together to create a modern dress inspired by my grandmother's war-time wedding suit. Sam provided me with lots of feedback, research, and sketches before presenting me with a toile pattern to try on. From there, we played with draping, pleating, etc. to fit the dress perfectly. She took into consideration all my feedback and comments, and made sure I was completely happy with the fit, style and drape of the dress. The final result was absolutely incredible. The dress was impeccably crafted, down to the lining, buttons, and all the little hidden details. Sam has exceptional taste, and used only the loveliest fabrics, trims, embellishments and buttons. It certainly shows when a dress is crafted with as much care and skill as hers. There are a lot of stresses when planning a wedding and the last thing in the world I wanted was to end up at a bridal shop being poked and prodded and bullied into a dress I didn't really want. The process of working with Sam to create my dress was relaxed and fun. I ended up with a dress that fit like a glove, had a unique and elegant feel, felt great to wear, and was more perfect than I could have imagined. It was a fantastic experience, and I am so happy to have had the chance to work with her! Molly O Brooklyn

I cannot say enough about Sam and her work. I needed some alterations done and a wrap made for my…read morewedding dress, and had a few photos of what I was hoping for. Sam worked from the photos and made a spectacular cape/wrap, matching the fabric of my dress perfectly and adding some detail work that pulled the look together beautifully. It was creative, well-made and unique, and she did it within a couple of weeks. My wedding dress was actually the second dress I purchased -- the first was botched by a seamstress who said she could do something that she couldn't without compromising the fit, rushed me through, and didn't really understand what I was hoping for. Sam was the opposite: patient and accessible; clear on what she thought should and shouldn't be done with the alterations; and careful to make sure that she understood what I wanted. My only regret is that I didn't know about her sooner. Her studio was filled with some spectacular dresses she was working on that were feminine and romantic but also kind of edgy and modern. Had I met hear earlier i would have tried to go with one of her original designs. I enthusiastically recommend! Martha

I recently moved here from Garden City a year ago . I came across this super unique boutique…read morebecause I needed a few pair of jeans that was lost in my move. I walked into the store and it reminded me of an upscale New York boutique with very reasonable prices. The owner Aylin and her staff are very talented and can help you with just about any outfit you might need. They really know fashion. It's definitely worth a stop into this wonderful store in Port.

Yes, I'm a guy BUT my girlfriend is making me write this (of course she has no Yelp account). That…read morebeing said... My girlfriend brought me here after lunch at Louies. Experience tells me that every boutique in Port is ridiculously expensive...man was I wrong. Everything here is reasonably priced (I didn't see 1 thing over $100!) and they have all sorts of merchandise (clothing, bags, jewelry, sunglasses, shoes, etc). It's got the atmosphere and look of a high-end, luxurious store but without the pretentiousness, snootiness and best of all, without the prices. The owner is very knowledgeable and helpful and the selection seems to be stylish and trendy. There's a relaxed feel while shopping here, like you can take your time and not be pressured or rushed. There's even free gift-wrapping (I can't wrap for the life of me, so this is helpful). And for the guys, they've got 3 seats for you to relax in while your woman shops, one of them being a chaise lounge. The music isn't bad either.

Dear Mr. Feldman, Thank you for making my "Best Man" - Mr. Mark and I look so good. My wife, her…read morefamily and all my guests sad I looked deliciously good and my "Best Man" - even caught the eye of a nice young gal who just started dating. Don't be fooled by the old sign outside the building - this is truly a hidden gem. We were referred to this location by the owner's Nephew - who owns a Tuxedo Rental in nearby Merrick. Thank you Mr. Feldman for making this entire process so easy! Highly recommend and endorse! After you get fitted for your Tux - head 2-3 stores down - to that incredible Gelato place. Enjoy! A+

My fiancé and I came in as we are in search of tuxedos for the gentlemen of our future nuptials in…read more2017. We were able to find metered parking directly in front of the store. Upon walking in there is a door chime that announces when someone walks in. We looked around and waited a few before Steve emerged from the back room. He greeted us and asked us what we were looking for and just like every other tuxedo shop commented on how early we are looking. (I'm sorry but my fiancé is very meticulous about what he wears and isn't a just shop up kind of guy) When we told him what we were looking for he pointed us to a particular tux that is new for the season. But also commented that something new may come out next year to just keep that in mind. The appearance of the store is a bit dated but he does have a decent selection to try from. The package prices are very reasonable as well. In all his customer service was superb and he is very knowledgeable about the market that he is in.

very good quality women clothing items like dresses, tops, skirts, hand bags, accessories, shirts,…read moretank tops, for very reasonable prices. It's a wholesale store! Come and check out the quality.

This store is not closed!!!!! Indeed Alpana Bawa is open at 167 Elizabeth Street between Spring and…read moreKenmare, a storefront in the heart of Nolita. In addition to reviews from New York Magazine, Shopikon, and Refinery 29 below, something to note about Bawa is her custom tailored work, commissions and collaborations involving unusual patterns, embroidery, and op art effects. "Alpana Bawa's native South Asia is everywhere in her striking, vivid clothing. Born in Punjab and raised in Delhi, the designer has made Indian fabrics and embroidery her trademarks, constructing sophisticated, casual clothing for men and women out of intricately detailed madras, cotton, and silk. But don't expect to find a room full of saris and kurtas; there aren't any. Instead, Bawa applies traditional elements to modern looks, using old-world fabric and fine, dressmaker touches (including precision piecework that evokes 1960s-mod styles) to construct downtown-chic silhouettes. Decorated with floral embroidery, a standard men's button-down becomes an airy, cabana-worthy top, while bold polka-dot appliqués turn a simple A-line dress into a fun party frock. Despite her early days at Comme des Garcons--a stronghold of severe, dark looks--Bawa's palette is extensive, and it's not unusual for hot pink, burnt orange, and mossy green to co-exist happily on a single garment; black, however, is verboten. In addition to her playful, sexy clothes, the tiny East Village storefront also stocks a collection of accessories and lively pillows designed more for cozy conversation than nodding off, given their sheer vibrancy and radiant color." -- New York Magazine "Not afraid of bold color? Then Alpana Bawa is the store for you. Bawa opened her store in 2010, with menswear and womenswear in bold Indian fabrics. The textiles are produced in India, with Alpana heading up the task of creating exciting and vibrant dyes and patterns. The jewelry is highly covetable, with color-blocked bangles that mix resin and wood. T-shirts mix bold colors with blueprint-like designs in playful mixes that reference unusual inspirations like Space Invaders and monkey faces. Color-blocked striped dresses and embroidered shirts are in ample supply. If you're not ready to embrace the head to toe color that Bawa offers, open yourself to some fun styling possibilities. Imagine one of Bawa's bright teal dresses paired with neutrals like black skinny pants or an indigo denim jacket. It's refreshing to see how Bawa's rich Indian culture translates beautifully into these fanciful pieces." -- Shopikon For those tired of the monochrome stereotype (read: New Yorkers love black!) and current goth trends alike, it's time to give your wardrobe an injection of color. After operating for nine years in the southern bosom of Soho, designer Alpana Bawa has brought her eponymous boutique and vibrant wares back to its original East 1st Street location. Tucked behind a busy basketball court and among the cozy cafés that give the area its neighborhood charm, the space--recently redesigned by Thomas Sand--is nothing but stark white walls and sleek black floors, a strategy that allows the vividness of the clothing to speak for itself. Drawing from her frequent travels to India (where all Alpana Bawa production takes place) and from found objects, Bawa constructs everything from mod shift dresses in electric teals and violets to elaborately embroidered shirts summoned by the Gods of Graffiti. Some of the standout winter pieces that easily transition to spring include blazing orange motorcycle vests, marigold cotton blouses, and light coats in plum and poppy. For men, there are timeless multi-striped wool scarves in combinations such as brick red, ivy green, and slate gray, shirts of varying jewel hues, and a flurry of paisley ties. Whatever you choose, at Alpana Bawa there's always gold at the end of the rainbow. East Village mainstay Alpana Bawa draws inspiration from the streets of Manhattan all the way to her native India, bringing bold brights and whimsical prints to easy-going Technicolor-dream pieces. -- Refinery 29

The first time I entered Alpana Bawa, I was enchanted by their clothes; they are like a wonderful…read morecross between classic styles, silky, buoyant fabrics, and pow, an explosion of colors out of an Almodovar movie - the colors I always wished someone would use for classic clothes! I don't mean to imply all the clothes are "classic," but many of them are enough so to please a middle-of-the road dresser like myself. Today I got the chance to meet the lovely owner-designer while shopping there. Her work is truly original yet wearable. I only buy something in there in a rare while, and then only on sale - it ain't cheap. But I wanted to give this place a shout-out as a wonderful local original, and source of probably the only genuine designer clothes in my wardrobe. The clothes are made in India, and designed here, and it's those Indian dyes and fabrics that lend them their sparkle.

I've worked with many jewelers over the years and the Karen Karch experience is truly exceptional--…read more& always has been since I started collecting her pieces many years ago. Not only are Karch's creations in the highest realm of contemporary designers working today but interacting with the studio is a truly positive experience. Karch and her staff are professionals who communicate with warmth and care, every time, so it's an experience I know I can trust. These are often investment pieces but the kind you want to wear forever, everywhere you go (I live in my favorite pieces!). And if you are familiar with fine jewelry, the pricing is excellent considering the BeauTY & quality (& intensive skills & time) that goes into each piece. Karch's work is unique & amazing-- treasured talismans to cherish. (Her new collaboration with Deme Wolfe is also stunning & worth a close look)

There is a jewelry store for people who don't want to venture above 14th street but want to make a…read morestatement with their gift. Of course you can buy something for yourself too or travel to NOLITA from out of the area and you won't really need your passport. Push has continued to grow in their designs and the materials they use, so if platinum and diamonds are what you are looking for than this is the place. The owner, designer is in residence to work with customers as well as a very friendly and staff. Magazines and celebrities discovered this goldmine, no pun intended, years ago and now it's your turn.

If you're into fashion and shopping on a budget no visit to SI is complete w/out a visit to Joyce…read moreLeslie. Current fashion trends, lots of variety from casual to dressy, and a variety of sizes. They lose stars for the hapzard way they operate the register as you have no idea who is open and where the line ends. With that being said I was almost JUMPED by a woman who was in line and accidently went ahead of her. She created a full blown out screaming session despite my apologies and the staff did NOTHING to intervene. Not the best customer service but I still walked away unscathed with several new outfits and money in my pocket.