In the vibrant streets of East Village are countless shops that’ll make any shopper fall in love with this downtown neighborhood. East Village is best known for its vintage and thrift scene, and for good reason. Whether you’re into designer vintage, budget thrifting, or immaculate home goods boutiques, this guide is here to help plan your next shopping day in one of New York’s coolest neighborhoods.
Rosemary Home
Rosemary Home is that girl. This little home goods store tucked away on cozy 9th street is where you can find pieces that’ll make your apartment a true home. It oozes personality and quirkiness— and knick-knacks that you don’t necessarily need, but love nonetheless. Unless you absolutely need Brass Palm Tree Candle Holders.
Cure Thrift
Cure Thrift excels at curating both apparel and homeware that makes you smile. Simple as that. Seashell dishes, color coordinated racks, and all sorts of things that differentiates it from the other neighborhood favorites. They have sales all the time, which is when I recommend going, and it’s a great time to pick up a few new things.
Tokio7
Tokio7 is where you go to find statement pieces. It’s where fashion lovers go to shop among other fashion lovers. They sell designer and luxury vintage clothing, so it has a higher price tag than the rest of the spots on this list. Nevertheless, it’s a must visit in the area.
il Buco Vita
Inspired by Donna Lennard’s iconic neighborhood restaurant, il Buco Vita is home to handmade Italian dining and home staples. With such a prominent name behind the storefront, it’s no wonder this boutique is beloved by home goods enthusiasts. The experienced host in your life would appreciate any gift from their assortment of classic, beautiful pieces that stand the test of time.
9th Street Vintage
9th Street Vintage is a beautifully curated vintage store located on, you guessed it, 9th Street. The vibe of this quaint shop is 70’s bohemian meets western cowgirl, and I can’t get enough of it. 9th Street Vintage delivers unique, darling pieces that will last a lifetime.
Jane Cookshop
Need a gift for the host in your life? Head on over to 9th Street, into Jane Cookshop— this is the place for you. Sigh. If I owned everything from this darling home goods and cookware store— I’d most definitely have my life together. Anything and everything sitting on the perfectly displayed shelves at Jane Cookshop— interesting jams, embroidered placemats, and fun mugs— is swoon-worthy.
East Village Thrift Shop
Located on Second Avenue, East Village Thrift Shop is small but mighty. It’s reliable. It’s cheap. It’s littered with good finds at great prices.
Vintage Reserve
I don’t know why, but the first words that come to mind when I think of Vintage Reserve are “sugar, spice, and everything nice.” You’ll understand why as soon as you step foot into their frilly, retro, and incredibly inviting storefront on 11th Street. This is the place to go for unique, feminine pieces that transport you to the 70s’.
LTrain Vintage
LTrain Vintage is the mecca of thrifting in New York. It’s like the thrifting starter pack in the city. First of all, it’s huge— this place has it all and they have lots of it. Whether you’re looking for denim, corsets, or cowboy boots, LTrain is your one-stop shop. It’s overwhelming and crowded on the weekends, but that’s all part of the quintessential LTrain experience.
