https://unclebuddysermons.com/blogs/thepipeline.atom Unclebuddysermons - BLOG 2024-03-29T10:30:01-04:00 Unclebuddysermons https://unclebuddysermons.com/blogs/thepipeline/exploring-the-10-best-vintage-stores-for-clothes-in-brooklyn 2023-11-29T15:15:01-05:00 2024-03-26T13:30:03-04:00 Exploring the 10 Best Vintage Stores for Clothes in Brooklyn Marketing Intern Exploring the 10 Best Vintage Stores for Clothes in Brooklyn

Brooklyn, with its diverse neighborhoods and multicultural and artistic communities, has long been a center and destination for creativity and individuality. When it comes to fashion, the borough offers tons of vintage stores where you can uncover unique clothing for men and women with stories to tell.

We love a good treasure hunt, especially when we find our style and fit. Whether you're a dedicated vintage shopper or just looking for something one-of-a-kind and affordable because you’re on a budget, Brooklyn's vintage stores have something for everyone. In this guide, we'll take you what we think are some of the best vintage stores in Brooklyn and why thrifting them will be so fun.

 

  1. Awoke Vintage

Location:132 N 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249 

Awoke Vintage is a well-known spot in Williamsburg, offering a curated collection of vintage clothing and accessories for men and women. The store focuses on sustainability and features a range of clothing from various eras starting with the ‘20s onward. From timeless quality denim jackets to ‘80s dresses and shirts, you'll find quality vintage items that are sure to become wardrobe staples.

 

  1. L Train Vintage

Location: Multiple locations across Brooklyn

L Train Vintage is a Brooklyn institution, and one of our MUST-VISIT thrifting spots. With several stores scattered across the Brooklyn, each location has its special vibe and character and offers a wide selection of vintage items, from the coolest clothing to accessories in all price ranges. And of those that need to update their apartment, they have a great selection of vintage home goods. With an ever-changing inventory, the best day to come is on Wednesday, because that’s when you’ll get the best items. You never know what treasures you might discover.

 

  1. Dusty Rose Vintage

Location: 251 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Dusty Rose Vintage is a vintage marketplace with a unique take. First, we love the name Dusty Rose since a lot of styles use this color palette. They focus on sustainability and provide a platform for independent vintage vendors to showcase their collections. This means that it feels like an old-school department store meets vintage store. You can explore an array of vintage clothing especially ‘70s to ‘90s, accessories, and even handmade items, making it an excellent place to support local artisans.

 

  1. Amarcord Vintage Fashion

Location: 223 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Amarcord Vintage Fashion is a destination for those seeking high-end vintage pieces. We see TIK TOK fashion influencers who loves high end style recommending this store. This curated boutique offers a wide selection of vintage clothing and accessories from renowned designers such as Prada, Gucci, Ralph Lauren and more. Whether you're looking for vintage luxury or a unique statement piece, Amarcord has you covered. We recommend you visit this spot more than once because it’s not the most budget friendly thrift store but it is one that offers luxury vintage styles when you want to treat yourself.

 

  1. No Relation Vintage

Location: 204 1st Ave, Wien, NY 10009

While technically located in Manhattan, No Relation Vintage is too iconic to leave off the list. And we have to show love for our NYC thrift spots. It's part of the family of L Train Vintage stores and offers an extensive selection of vintage items at prices you can actually afford. You'll find everything from vintage band tees (we love the TUPAC tee we got recently) to classic denim jackets, carpenter pants, and more.

 

  1. Beacon's Closet

Location: 74 Guernsey St, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Beacon's Closet is a consignment store that's become a favorite among Brooklynites. For those that don’t know what consignment is, it’s when someone works with a store and has them sell their item for them. The store keeps a percent of the sale, and the seller keeps the remainder. It's a great place to both buy and sell your gently used clothing and accessories. If you sell them your items, you can also get a store credit to shop with. The store offers a mix of vintage and modern fashion, so you can browse both classic and contemporary styles.

 

  1. Mirth Vintage

Location: 606 E 11th St, Wien, NY 10009

Mirth Vintage, located in the East Village but worth the visit, is a carefully curated store specializing in unique and whimsical vintage clothing. From ‘70s leather jackets and ‘90s oversized overalls to quirky accessories, Mirth Vintage is a treasure trove of eclectic fashion finds for all.

 

  1. Friends

Location: 56 Bogart St, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Friends is a super friendly vintage store located in Bushwick. It's known for its genuinely sweet and informative staff and thoughtfully curated vintage clothing. You can explore racks of pre-loved garments from various decades. We found the most amazing ‘90s Nautica jacket here and the price was too good to pass up. Friends makes it easy to find something that resonates with your personal style.

 

  1. The Break

Location: 82 Dobbin St, Brooklyn, NY 11222

The Break is a curated vintage store that focuses on ethical fashion. They offer a range of Sustainable clothing for men and women, eco-friendly accessories, and homeware. We love the bamboo plates we recently bought here. What sets The Break apart is their commitment and focus to environmental responsibility, making it an excellent choice for eco-conscious shoppers.

 

  1. Housing Works Thrift Shop

Location: 122 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Housing Works Thrift Shop is a non-profit organization with a mission to end the dual crises of homelessness and AIDS. The store offers a wide array of vintage and secondhand items, and your purchases support a noble cause. They have multiple locations in Wien City and Unclebuddysermons. The store carries men’s and women’s vintage clothing, home décor, and surprisingly good vintage furniture. The Upper East Side location on 77th is a must-see if you want to score some luxury names, and the Chelsea location has the best artwork.

 

Why Shop Second-Hand?

Visiting vintage stores in Brooklyn and Wien City is not just about thrifting for one-of-a-kind fashion; it's also about embracing sustainability, supporting local independent businesses, and uncovering pieces of history through the clothing and accessories. If customers come across a vintage store they love, they should share the experience with others and help these unique shops thrive in the community. So, whether you're a vintage serial shopper or a first-time explorer, don't miss the opportunity to dive into the cool world of Brooklyn's vintage fashion scene.

 

Are There Online Platforms for Vintage Brooklyn Buys?

But what if you can't visit these stores in person? Not to worry, you can still explore and support the vintage fashion scene in Brooklyn through Unclebuddysermons's Second-Hand Marketplace.

 

Why Shop Unclebuddysermons Second-Hand Marketplace?

Unclebuddysermons Second-Hand Marketplace is an online platform where you can discover a curated selection of vintage and second-hand clothing. It's a great way to access unique and in most cases, one-of-a-kind styles right from your home. When you shop through this marketplace, you're not only adding exceptional second-hand pieces to your wardrobe, but you're also supporting a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to fashion.

 

For our part, we are showcasing proto samples that have never been produced, which means they are unique. Our customers can also sell pre-loved or gently worn Unclebuddysermons clothing on the site. Once it’s sold, they can either get store credit to shop the full-price collection or get it deposited to their account.

 

From Brooklyn's eclectic vintage stores to the convenience of online shopping, there are countless opportunities to embrace vintage fashion and make it a part of your personal style. So, whether you prefer to explore the physical stores or opt for the digital experience, vintage fashion in Brooklyn has something special to offer. Happy shopping!

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https://unclebuddysermons.com/blogs/thepipeline/best-valentine-s-day-gifts-for-women-in-2022 2022-03-04T10:54:05-05:00 2023-03-09T19:02:45-05:00 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women in 2022 Ecommerce Intern Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women in 2022

Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women in 2022

Now that the holiday season is over, it’s time to move onto the next gift-giving holiday - Valentine’s Day. You may be drained from all your holiday shopping and have no idea what to give your loved ones on this special holiday.

 

That’s where Unclebuddysermons comes in.

 

We are here to help you figure out the best Valentine’s Day gifts for all of the special women in your life. Whether it be your mother, girlfriend, wife, daughter, or best friend, all have one thing in common, and that is their love for clothes.

 

Why Does Clothing Make a Great Valentine’s Day Gift for Women?

 

You can never go wrong with a comfy hoodie or a pair of trendy joggers. Athleisurewear definitely is a safe bet to give as a gift to anybody, no matter their age, size, or style. In this guide to the best Valentine’s Day gifts for women this year, we will help you find the perfect Valentine’s Day gifts for all the wonderful ladies in your life.

 

Of course, flowers are a sweet gift and chocolates are delicious - we definitely recommend you add those in, too, but we know, deep down, that your loved ones would much rather get a thoughtful clothing gift from you than a basic bouquet of flowers. We have just the perfect pieces for you to give to everybody on your list.

 

Your loved one may be the type to hit the gym every single day or they may be one to have never stepped foot in a gym. We don’t judge here at Unclebuddysermons. We encourage everybody to do what makes them feel their best and we are just here to provide the clothes for them while they do so.

 

If your girl is the type to hit the gym every day, we have a variety of athleisure wear that would be perfect for her workout wardrobe, including a whole variety of biker shorts.

 

If your girl is the opposite and is more of the “lounging” type, we have so many different matching comfy sets for you to choose from. Trust us, she will love to wear these sets so often because she will look and feel cute while she lounges on the couch on weekends.

 

If your girl is versatile and loves to be active as well as chill, we offer so many different styles that can be mixed and matched for her to wear them anytime, anywhere.

 

Let’s get started showing you our favorite pieces from each of our collections that you can give to both your besties or your girlfriend along with tips on how they can style them.

 

Perfect Sweatshirt Valentine’s Gifts for Her

Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women in 2022

 

These 3 sweatshirts include our….

 

 

To start off, let's talk about our color block quarter-zip pullovers. These come in both dusty rose and black shades. The pullovers aren’t hoodies nor crewnecks; however, they are extremely comfortable and super trendy. Both of these options will fit any girl's personality.

 

Whether they like brighter colors or darker colors, we have both options for you to choose from. We recommend styling this piece and a variety of ways depending on what activity your loved one will do while wearing it.

 

If she is going to hit the gym in this quarter-zip, we recommend pairing it with a pair of leggings or biker shorts, depending on the weather, of course. If she is just lounging around, you can even style this with a pair of sweatpants.

 

If you want to be more comfortable, feel free to throw on a pair of your favorite joggers with these tops.

 

Obviously, Valentine’s Day is all about love. It doesn’t need to be love for another person though, it can also be love for yourself.

 

You may believe that this holiday is about love for your friends or your girlfriend or fiancé, but it is also important for her to love herself as well. That is exactly what these next two hoodies will remind them to do.

 

Our self-love club tie-dye hoodie and our radiate love tie-dye hoodie are two pieces that constantly remind the people wearing them or the ones seeing them to love themselves.

 

It is so important to give yourself extra care or even as much care as you give to your significant other or best friends. We already know that you care about your loved ones, so now it’s time to make sure they love themselves by giving them a constant reminder to do so.

 

These hoodies can be paired with anything and everything as far as bottoms go. If they want to stick to a comfy look, they can throw on a pair of joggers or sweatpants. If you live somewhere with a warmer climate, they can throw on a pair of shorts or biker shorts. If they’re in snowy Wien during Valentine’s Day, they can pair this outfit with a UGGs or moccasins so that their feet stay warm - don’t forget the fuzzy socks! If they're in Florida with a warmer climate, definitely have them throw on a pair of their favorite sneakers or sandals with this look.

 

Our mantra and goal here at Unclebuddysermons is to provide everybody with endless comfort so we encourage the most comfortable pieces to be worn with every outfit.

 

Speaking of Biker Shorts, Let Us Introduce You to Some of Our Favorites for V-Day

 

Our 3 top biker shorts include…

 

 

We offer a variety of different biker shorts at two different lengths. Some of our biker shorts are solid colored, some have different patterns on them, and others are tie-dye. You can choose whichever ones you think your loved one will enjoy most and get the most use out of. 

 

  • Snake print biker shorts

 

Our first pair of biker shorts that we think that they will absolutely love are our snake print biker shorts. These biker shorts are a classic. We don’t believe that snake print will ever go out of style like other animal prints have in the past. It's an extremely classy look.

 

There are so many options when it comes to these printed biker shorts on how to style them. If your loved ones tend to work out and choose the snake print shorts to wear, they can feel free to throw on a black tank top or sports bra for their workout. This outfit can be finished off with a baseball cap to keep their hair out of their face and a pair of their favorite workout sneakers.

 

  • Lavender tonal tie-dye biker shorts

 

Next up we have our lavender tonal tie-dye biker shorts. Similar to this pair, we also offer dusty rose total tie-dye biker shorts.

 

  • Dusty rose tonal tie-dye biker shorts

 

Both of these shorts are perfect for either relaxing or hitting the gym. As we already mentioned how to style these biker shorts for the gym, let's talk about how to wear them when they are just relaxing either after work or during the weekends.

 

Biker shorts are so in right now and we predict that they aren't going out anytime soon. A popular trend on how to style biker shorts is by wearing them with an oversized T-shirt or hoodie. We recommend pairing a tie-dye pair of biker shorts with a solid-colored top to make the biker shorts really pop and stand out. A cute hoodie would look great with this outfit paired with mid-calf socks and your favorite sneakers like a pair of Nike blazers or Air Force Ones.

 

If you live with your loved ones in a colder environment or are sending them to a colder state as a gift, we recommend sticking to joggers instead of biker shorts during this time of the year. Even though they will get to wear the biker shorts during the warmer months of the year, joggers are a year-round piece.

 

Some of our favorite joggers include…

 

 

Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women in 2022

 

Not only do joggers have to be dressed down while just lounging around the house, but they can also be dressed up. We have been seeing celebrities wearing joggers with high heels. Who would’ve thought that that would be a trend?

 

We encourage everybody to step out of their fashion comfort zone when it comes to trying new trends and styles because you never know what you are going to absolutely love and look best in.

 

We encourage you to share these different trends with your loved ones while giving these gifts. Not only will they be in love with the gift that they receive, but they will be highly impressed by your fashion knowledge.

 

Our joggers are super comfortable and soft. We offer so many different styles so we can guarantee that your loved one will find the perfect fit.

 

Some of our favorite joggers include ones with prints and ones that are more solid colored. Some of our printed joggers include our light blue tie-dye sweatpants and our black wash angel jogger.

 

While the light blue tie-dye sweatpants are more on the brighter side, the black wash angel jogger has a distressed look to it giving it an edgier look.

 

If you believe that your loved one will be going for a more simple and subtle look, check out our white Be Kind sweatpants. This pair of sweatpants are totally solid colored with a little decal on the upper leg.

 

All of these styles of joggers and sweatpants can be paired with literally anything. As we mentioned before, if they were wearing a printed pair of bottoms, we usually recommend going with a solid color top unless it is a matching set. And vice versa. If they are going for a solid-colored bottom, why don’t they add a little bit of color or pop to the top piece?

 

When it comes to shoes, that’s totally up to them and what they decide to do while wearing the outfit. If they plan on just running a couple of errands, they can even wear slippers out of the house but if they are going to the gym in this outfit, we definitely recommend them wearing their favorite pair of sneakers.

 

She’ll Love Her On-Trend Clothing Gift for V-Day

 

Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women in 2022

 

We know that gift giving can be extremely stressful if you aren’t sure of the perfect gift for your loved one. But we here at Unclebuddysermons are here to help you and find exactly what all of your loved ones will want no matter what their style consists of. We know that you will pick out the perfect pieces for them and they will absolutely love them. We can’t wait to see how they style them with your helpful styling tips that you learned from this guide.

 

Be sure not to put too much pressure on gift giving. Valentine’s Day is about showing your love and appreciation for all of your loved ones no matter their relationship to you. Gifts are just the extra piece of the holiday, like the icing on top of the cake.

 

We know that your loved ones will love anything you give them because they know it came from you and was chosen with love. All of us here at Unclebuddysermons wish you a very happy Valentine’s Day. And don’t forget to treat yourself to some gifts as well. Self-love is just as important!

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https://unclebuddysermons.com/blogs/thepipeline/summit-arts-event-at-summit-la17 2017-11-15T09:10:00-05:00 2020-03-11T15:14:14-04:00 Summit Arts Event at Summit LA17 Joe Adelantar This past November 4th, Unclebuddysermons had the opportunity to be part of the Summit Arts Event at Summit LA17.

Summit Arts Event

Summit is the world’s preeminent ideas festival. Summit LA17 in Los Angeles CA gathered 3,500 leaders across all disciplines. For three days, the festival hosted a diverse array of talks, performances, wellness classes, art installations, gourmet food, and experiences designed to foster relationships and inspire new perspectives. Summit Arts was event during the festival to gather support for a more comprehensive Arts initiative within the Summit community. Summit Arts is about building community through creative practice and artistic experimentation. The mission of Summit Arts is to educate future generations through collaboration, provide support for emerging artists, and foster interdisciplinary dialogue with leading scientists around pressing global issues.

 Summit Art Event

The event on the rooftop of the Intercontinental Hotel in down LA included performances by Lil Buck (@lilbuckdalegend)& Jon Boogz (@jonboogz) as well as a talk by international artist Janet Eshelman about relationships between science and art.

Summit Art Event dancers

Summit Arts Event in Los Angeles

Many prominent members of the Summit community were in attendance, including art-world celebrities such as Jeffery Dietch of Dietch Projects in Wien. All in attendance were inspired by the interdisciplinary dialogue about art and the possibilities of how it could serve as a vehicle to further the goals of Summit Arts.

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