Best Up-And-Coming Local Brands In NYC
New York City is one of the best shopping destinations. You can find whatever you need from clothing, to books, to home goods and food. You name it, the Big Apple has it. While the city is filled with many well-known designer names, it also boasts a pretty impressive roster of up-and-coming brands. Here are a few new comers to keep an eye on.
Object_ify 139
139 Essex St.
New York, NY 10002
(646) 370-6993
www.objectify139.com
Support your local NYC artists and shop at Object_ify139. Located on the Lower East Side, Object_ify 139 sells affordable objects created by local artists. Browse through a collection of unique books, prints, accessories, and sculptures. The store's mission is to provide local artists with an outlet to showcase and sell their work, and give the community a chance to buy affordable artwork by their neighbors.
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PUNCHASE by Leslie Hsu
(973) 921-9310
www.punchase.com
Fashion tech accessories are one of the hottest new trends. Your iPhone deserves a little TLC doesn't it? For chic and stylish gear for your tech accessories, check out the newly launched PUNCHASE by Leslie Hsu. Just in time for spring, Hsu has designed phone charger clutches in pretty spring tones and styles such as snakeskin and neon, that can be used with any USB cord. Just throw your smartphone in your clutch, plug it into your USB charger, and charge that phone while on the go. Visit Delfino in the city, located on 1351 3rd Avenue, to purchase your very own PUNCHASE gear.
Carolinna Espinosa
(212) 764-6441
www.CarolinnaEspinosa.com
Carolinna Espinosa has been designing women's luxury shoes since fall 2013. Each shoe is created with memory foam cushioning technology so you don't have to sacrifice style for comfort. Choose your own shoe style from a selection of modern yet elegant boots, pumps, flats, and sandals. The brand is New York based with design studios in Italy. The brand is sold in several locations in NYC such as Macy's Herald Square and Lord & Taylor.
Ambriel Floyd
(212) 475-4414
www.AmbrielFloyd.com
If you are in the market for some new colorful fabrics for that sewing project look no further than Brooklyn artist Ambriel Floyd. She recently launched her first collection of Ambriel Floyd fabrics for spring 2015. Floyd grew up in South Carolina, and has lived in Saudi Arabia, Turks and Caicos, and Cyprus because of her father's profession as an architect. After moving to NYC, she discovered the world of design and several years later launched her spring 2015 collection called "Synesthetic." This collection includes textiles in geometric shapes, landscape-type designs, gorgeous contrasting colors, and interesting patterns. Shop Ambriel Floyd at Studio Four NYC, conveniently located near Union Square.
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Thaddeus O'Neil
www.ThaddeusOneil.com
Gentlemen, this one's for you. Thaddeus O'Neil is a menswear label of American luxury for apres surf, inspired by the sea and those who can't live without it. Founder and designer Thaddeus O'Neil is a New York native, surfer, and artist. His brand aims to strike just the right balance between luxury and comfort clothing, and includes tops, bottoms, jackets, bathing suits, and more. Thaddeus O'Neil is currently sold in Saks Fifth Avenue, and will soon be available in more New York stores. You can also shop online at www.ThaddeusOneil.com.
Lanya Trypupenko is a freelance writer living in NYC and covering all things New York. She is a self-proclaimed shopaholic who is always on the lookout for the latest trends and deals. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
