AnnMarie in one of my early 90’s dresses & Naomi in one of my Mom’s Ethnic Print pieces
Thanks for posing girls! xo
More from Antoinette: This intricate 1970’s handmade poncho is a mere $85
More From Antoinette: A Stunning 1950’s B. Altman Fur Vest $400
Antoinette - Owner Lexi Oliveri, is one of Williamsburg’s welcomed newcomers within the vast array of vintage shops in the neighborhood. Her unique shop, believe-it-or-not is actually packed full of her mother’s original wardrobe from the 60s/70s/80s/90s - all served with a smile and frequent (neighborly) cocktails! 119 Grand St. (at Berry St.) (718) 387-8664 Tues-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm
When/ why did you open your store or more specifically (and pensively), when did you know vintage was your calling?
I opened antoinette on May 1st, 2011 because I already had a well curated collection of my mother’s fashion she’d been collecting since the 1950’s. My Mom had been encouraging me for years to open a shop so when the time was right I did it!
What would you say is your store’s aesthetic? do you tend to stick to a specific decade or theme?
The shop’s aesthetic is my Mother’s closet w/decades from the 50’s to the early 90’s. I opened antoinette w/the idea that it wouldn’t just be a bunch of vintage clothes thrown together & would feel more like a boutique environment. Each week we have new arrivals & carefully merchandise the shop by story & also trend.
What are your favorite pieces in the shop at the moment & why?
My mom’s assortment of dresses are my favorite pieces as well as the blazers, jackets, coats & furs that I’m putting on the floor for Fall as we speak
What kind of discount/promotion will you be providing for Vintage Crawlers on October 16th?
Customers who show us downloaded maps on smart phones (via www.hellodomino.com/events/vintagecrawl ) or have a print-out will receive 10% off everything in-store, unlimited complimentary champagne infusion drinks & indie folk band, Lightfoot performing (4pm-5pm)
In case you haven’t heard the 1st Brooklyn Vintage Crawl is happening in just 1 week!
antoinette is excited to announce we are part of this inaugural event.
The link below is filled w/all the details & info. you will need to know about the crawl:
http://www.vintagecrawl.com/post/10281096915/a-shop-and-bar-hop-through-williamsburg
Please log onto http://m.dominobrooklyn.com/ to download the map to your smartphone & click on the events tab.
antoinette is offering 10% off EVERYTHING in the shop if you display the map on your phone when checking out but don’t worry if you don’t have a smartphone available you can also bring a print-out of the map.
antoinette is serving wine & champagne while you shop & indie-folk band Lightfoot will also be performing from 4-5pm.
Hope to see you next Sunday!
antoinette is featured in Brooklyn Exposed!
http://brooklynexposed.com/shopping-style/guides/fall-style-favorites-at-brooklyn-boutiques
Hey Willy B & Greenpoint Vintage Peeps are you ready for the Brooklyn Vintage Crawl?!
11 days to go…Don’t forget to download the map on Domino Brooklyn!
COATS, JACKETS, VINTAGE FURS & more Fall merchandise have arrived just in time for the cool weather -Come see what’s arrived!
xo
The weather will finally be feeling more like Fall this weekend.
This Friday, September 30th all COATS, JACKETS, VINTAGE FURS & more Fall Merchandise will be here!
Stop by the shop to see what’s arrived!
XO
antoinette
Brooklyn Vintage Crawl: A Shop and Bar Hop through Williamsburg & Greenpoint...are you up to the challenge? →
We are hosting our inaugural Fall Crawl on Sunday, October 16th from 12-6pm. This premier event will feature a designated bargain hunt through the best vintage shops in the Williamsburg and Greenpoint. All involved shops feature promotional discounts on items and local bars along the path are…
Check out the video of antoinette featured on ModCloth!
Fashion’s Night Out 2011
Thank you to all our antoinette customers for an amazing night! xo
See you all tonight at antoinette’s Fashion’s Night Out party!
antoinette is part of the Fashion’s Night Out Williamsburg spread in the NY POST!
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Fashion’s Night Out in Brooklyn-6 sustainably chic collections!
Happy Monday Everyone!
Before the storm hit this weekend, Austin Riel stopped by the shop to shoot some looks.
All pieces are still available for purchase.
Just 2 more weeks until Fashion’s Night Out!
Come celebrate on Grand St. in Williamsburg Brooklyn!
Champagne will be served & Chris Love will be spinning House, Funk & Soul Classics from 6-11pm
Customers who spend $50 will receive a FREE antoinette shopping tote
Today is the Last day for the antoinette SALE-Take 10% off EVERYTHING in the store!
Wine will be served!