"What once was is vintage."
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Nothing beats that feeling of accomplishment after a long day of rummaging through bins and barrels of vintage clothes. When shopping for essentials, vintage clothes are ideal because they are in fact, timeless pieces, which is what you should be keeping in mind when you shop! Here in New York, we are quite spoiled when it comes to vintage finds. Hidden all over Manhattan, these gems are really one-of-a-kind. After doing our research here at joonbug, we have dug up some of the most glamorous vintage stores on the island of Manhattan.
Cheap Jack's always has phenomenal sales!
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Cheap Jack's
303 fifth avenue (at 31st Street) New York, NY 10016
212-777-9564
Hours:
Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm
Sunday 12pm-7pm
Cheap Jack’s, also known as America’s Vintage Clothing Capital, is a New York landmark. If you like vintage, prepare yourself for a dream come true. Cheap Jack’s has an incredible selection of fashion history, all separated by the clothing's era. These aren’t just clothes, they are pieces of the past preserved. Prepare to be overwhelmed by clothing ranging from the Victorian era, all the way to the 80s. It is no wonder why big time names in Hollywood shoot down to Cheap Jack’s to find the perfect wardrobe that meets the appropriate era. As if this place couldn’t get any better, Cheap Jack’s also offers alterations while you wait! Us fashion editors here at Joonbug find each other pinching ourselves just to make sure we’re not dreaming...we’re not.
303 fifth avenue (at 31st Street) New York, NY 10016
212-777-9564
Hours:
Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm
Sunday 12pm-7pm
Cheap Jack’s, also known as America’s Vintage Clothing Capital, is a New York landmark. If you like vintage, prepare yourself for a dream come true. Cheap Jack’s has an incredible selection of fashion history, all separated by the clothing's era. These aren’t just clothes, they are pieces of the past preserved. Prepare to be overwhelmed by clothing ranging from the Victorian era, all the way to the 80s. It is no wonder why big time names in Hollywood shoot down to Cheap Jack’s to find the perfect wardrobe that meets the appropriate era. As if this place couldn’t get any better, Cheap Jack’s also offers alterations while you wait! Us fashion editors here at Joonbug find each other pinching ourselves just to make sure we’re not dreaming...we’re not.
INA: couture consignment
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21 Prince Street New York, NY 212.334.9048
101 Thompson Street New York, NY 212.941.4757
15 Bleeker Street New York, NY 212.228.8511
Hours:
Monday- Saturday 12pm-8pm
Sunday 12pm-7pm
INA opened in 1993, and since then has remained every fashion connoisseur's vintage gold-mine. Here you will find fantastic deals and steals on designer clothing, handbags, and of course, all things vintage. INA is a couture consignment store, so the racks are ever-changing. Ever wonder what happened to all of the fabulous clothing from the Sex and the City wardrobe? Yeah, they bought that too. From Monolo Blahnik to Christian Louboutin, INA has got it all. Besides, who wouldn't want to walk in the shoes of Carrie Bradshaw?
An amazing selection of modern and vintage clothing
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Manhattan
109 Thompson Street New York, NY
212.966.4827
Open Daily 12pm-7pm
Legacy's Brooklyn Location
262 Atlantic Ave Brooklyn, NY
718.403.0090
Once upon a time, Legacy was strictly vintage. Today, Legacy is known for bringing together vintage and modern pieces at a reasonable price. As you peek through the many fabulous racks of clothing, you will find an array of vintage gowns blended into contemporary top-of-the-line designer essentials. Store owner Rita Brookoff quotes, "Mixing the old and the new creates excitement, takes chances where the results can be breathtaking." This down-to-earth store owner has really made a name for herself in the NY fashion scene through her passion and dedication for New York City and fashion combined.
Pilgrim's posh boutique. Vintage heaven.
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70 Orchard Street New York, NY 10002
212-463-7720
Hours:
Tuesday- Thursday 12pm-7pm
Friday & Saturday 12pm- 8pm
Sunday 12pm-6pm
Monday closed
Japanese Elle called this vintage hot spot, the “best new NYC boutique” for fashion editors, models, and stylists. True to this claim, Pilgrim offers a variety of vintage finds in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Here, Pilgrim meshes together a boutique and art gallery, selling vintage clothes, jewelry, and antiques all under one roof! Not to mention awesome tunes to help get your shop on! Some of the many fabulous finds include, Claude Montana, Ted Lapidus, Bill Blass, JP Gaultier, and many more. But just wait until you check out their amazing selection of vintage jewelry (ahhhhhmazing!) Shopping at Pilgrim is always a surprise, you never know what or who you will find in there. A true celebrity hot spot for many Manhattan Fashionistas, the Queen of Fashion, Miss Anna Wintour, sent her assistant Indra here to pick up a few pieces. If that doesn’t make you want to run over here asap, then maybe the possibility of snagging your very own vintage Chanel suit will.
Screaming Mimi's fabulous shoe selection
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382 Layfayette Street New York, New york 10003
212.677.6464
Hours:
Monday-Saturday 12pm-8pm
Sunday 1pm-7pm
It’s all in the name, Screaming Mimi’s, which also happens to be screaming with killer bargains. If you’re someone who craves unique and tasteful statement pieces, then this is the vintage spot for you! From fedoras to jumpsuits to platform shoes, Mimi’s has it all. With clothes ranging from the 50s all the way to the 90s, you’d be nuts to walk out empty handed. And be sure to keep your eyes peeled, because you may even run into a fashion designer along the way. Mimi’s has been inspiring designers and models since the early 70s. Anything featured in Vogue is worth checking out, so stop by to up-date your wardrobe asap!
Tokio 7
Shoes galore! A girl could never have too many shoes...
tokio7.com
82 East 7th Street New York, NY 10003
Hours:
Open Daily 12pm-8pm
If you like funky, unusual, vintage clothing, this is the store for you. Featured in New York Magazine’s, “Best of New York,” this store has really made a name for itself. Not only does this fabulous store carry designer staples like, Chanel and Prada, they also support local East Village designers. Tokio 7 offers great pieces at affordable prices. Be sure to stop in on the regular, because inventory is constantly changing, keeping the store fresh and up-to-date. The shoe selection will have you talking for days. One of the many perks of shopping at Tokio 7 is that they also consign clothes. So basically, when you run out of cash, sell your stuff to Tokio 7 and you can replenish your closet. How wonderful is that?
joonbug loves vintage!
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Vintage shopping is thrilling to all of us fashion crazed beings. Remember, vintage clothes reveal a piece of history, so next time you go shopping, be sure to consider the era it was made and who may have worn it before you. Vintage clothing is well worth the splurge. Besides, buying vintage pieces is like making a small investment, the longer you keep it, the more it’s worth!
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