Nothing Else Like It

sailorgirl from 11217 | Posted on 9/26/06

I shop (alot!) in both Manhattan and Brooklyn. Crush is a total shopping experience... it's the only shop I can think of that is as unique in its range of merchandise and that still has an old-school, personal service vibe (the owner once lent me her own tank top so I could try on a shirt!). Lots of color, music, and a mix of people. It's probably the only place where I regularly find things for myself (French Kitty and the occasional vintage designer dress) and literally ANYone I'm buying a gift for (rare mens Paul Frank boxers, baby onesy with Ramones transfer not sold anywhere else, 1980s pop culture finds). It also carries a weird dash of useful objects (like those tiny super-strong magnets!). It's pretty rare to still find stores in NYC that seem to be the unique vision of the owner and that also have a welcoming vibe rather than being a snooty boutique with one type of trendy item. The store on Smith St just closed but is moving to Manhattan, not sure where yet. I'll miss it til it reopens.