Monday, September 9, 2013

Interview : Eleven Consignment Boutique


Fifth Avenue continues to grow as a Mecca for vintage/consignment shoppers. A bunch of great new stores recently opened up in the north end of the BID. Last week, we took a few moments to officially welcome the staff from Eleven Consignment Boutique and talk about how things are going:

1. Tell us a little about your store.

Eleven Consignment Boutique began when the owner steered his thrift store knowledge toward the high end luxury consignment concept. He opened the flagship store (with amazing window displays) in Manhattan’s East Village in December, 2010. When he took on a partner, who’s BFA in Art and trendy style complemented his concepts, they were ready to expand. This fast growing company acquired a second location in Park Slope, Brooklyn in March, 2013. From Chanel and Hermes to smaller, more affordable, second hand items; there is something for everyone’s price point. Eleven prides themselves on close attention to all their customers and consignees and provide personal concierge services to those who request it.

2. How is it going so far?

Great! The area is the perfect spot for us. Everyone who walks in is so happy we are here now. They really have been waiting for us, so many of our NYC shoppers and consigners live in the area and have begged us for years to come to Brooklyn, so now here we are. We even plan our 3rd shop, which may also be in Brooklyn, even though it was planed for Manhattan.

3. Any interesting events or regular happenings at your store that you would like to promote?

Yes! We just hosted a big ladies night out event with Chanel wine and cupcakes. It went great!

5. We know you are new to the neighborhood, but do you have any favorite places to eat, drink or shop on Fifth?

We love Benchmark. Marc Murphy is where the owners first met at his restaurant in NYC so all of his restaurants hold a great sentimental value to us.

Eleven Consignment Boutique

180 1st Ave NY,NY
Tell- 212 -260 2742

70 5th Ave BK,NY
Tell - 718-399-7767

www.elevenconsignmentboutique.net

Friday, September 6, 2013

News Round-Up

Open For Business: Mavi Jeans [Here's Park Slope]

Dean Street to Close for Atlantic Yards Work on September 9 [Park Slope Stoop]

Dining Deals Spotlight: 2 Taco Tuesday at Camelia [South Slope News]

Planning a New Silicon Valley in the Heart of Brooklyn [Wired]

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Tonight: Last Night of Dancing This Summer






Tonight:  Join Rolie Polie Guacamole (5:30 in front of the Old Stone House) and Tara O'Grady (7:00 at 4th Street and 5th Avenue) for one last blast of summer fun. Be there and bring your dancing shoes!



Shanah Tovah


- from the merchants of Fifth Avenue and the Park Slope Fifth Avenue BID.

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

This Thursday: Last Night of Dancing




The final night of Dancing Under the Stars is nearly here. This Thursday, September 5th, join Rolie Polie Guacamole (5:30 in front of the Old Stone House) and Tara O'Grady (7:00 at 4th Street and 5th Avenue) for one last blast of summer fun. Be there and bring your dancing shoes!

Watch the video, above, for a sample of Tara's toe-tapping tunes.


Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Interview: Cat Foley of Enz's Park Slope


We were sad to see Dr. Brendan' close on Fifth Avenue this past spring (lord knows we needed new batteries for our iPhones), but at the same time,  we were excited to see Enz's pop up in their 171 Fifth Avenue space so quickly. We thought we would take a few minutes to welcome them to Fifth Avenue. Below is an interview with co-owner Cat Foley:

1. Welcome to Fifth Avenue! Since you just opened, tell us a little about your store. 

Hi! Enz's is a rockabilly and pin up store. This is the newest location, but the store has been around since 1978. We sell mainly dresses, but we carry everything from baby rompers to burlesque outfits. 

2. How has it been going, so far? 

Very well, the neighborhood has been very welcoming and interested in what we are bringing to Park Slope.

3. What attracted you to open on Fifth Avenue in Park Slope? 

Besides being a shopping street, Park Slope is a very cool neighborhood. It's not overhyped... Yet. It has a small town feel too. 

4. Do you have any interesting events or regular happenings at your store that you would like to promote? 

Once we get going, we're going to be hosting private shopping events with pinup hair and makeup tutorials. 

5. We know you are new to the neighborhood, but do you have any favorite places to eat, drink or shop on Fifth? 

Ha! All our neighbors of course, Burger Bistro, Caramello, Brooklyn Crepe, Goorin Bros, and Guvnors. 

Monday, September 2, 2013