Hoboken, NJ - a hidden gem for shopping and vintage.

When you think New Jersey, you usually think big hair and maybe GTL? Well, not the case for Hoboken.  Hoboken is not Jersey, in my book.  To me it is just another borough of NYC.  Just a breezy 10 minutes from the city by train www.panynj.gov/path/ (only $1.75) and the quaint little town supplies one with a gorgeous view of the Manhattan skyline along the Hudson River. 

Another reason I love Hoboken: the shopping.

Not only does Hoboken have some of the cutest upscale boutiques full of extremely unique finds, but you will also find some of the best Vintage shops off the beat and path!

3 of my favorite hoboken boutiques:

bella ro http://www.bella-ro.com/ 521 washington st. a wide selection of unique clothing pieces and accessories.

dor l' dor  413 washington st- very stylish and affordable

anthology http://www.shopanthology.com/  - 7th and washington st- adorable funky dresses, shirts, leggings, and one of my favorite brands of jeans Flying Monkey.
www.anonymousvenice.com/flying-monkey-jeans/
  They have the perfect amount of stretch to give you that flattering long-legged look.

flying monkey jeans -skinny jean

Down to Earth http://www.dtehoboken.com/ 527 washington st- owned by the sweetest lady. i found the cutest owl earrings there. Very different styles and most of their clothes have a vintage feel.

Now unto Vintage/thrift shops in Hoboken...

Revivial Vintage http://www.revivalvintageboutique.com/ 6th and Park Ave. just 3 aves down from Washington st. is a gem of a shop.  Seriously one of the best vintage shops I have ever been to.  Lindsey hand selects each piece with extreme care.  She finds many of her pieces overseas in Brazil or Europe and they are each so unique and fabulous.  The clothing is organized by decade so if you are looking for something with a 60s feel, you will be sure to find it.  Or need a chic cocktail dress but want it to have 30s flair?  She probably has the perfect one for you.  Looking for a Hermes bag from the 70s? Revival probably carries it, along with chic hats, shoes, boots, brooches, jewelry, and kitchenware all authentic vintage!  It's really an amazing shop and I recommend definitely checking it out.  It is worth the $1.75 train fare and stroll over. 

O Mistress Mine http://www.omistressmine.com/ 211 Bloomfield st. - beautiful vintage pieces including dresses, furs, hats, and very special pieces of unique jewelry.

bracelet from O Mistress Mine

  St. Mary Hospital Thrift Store 536 Garden st. http://www.maps.google.com/  is right up the street from Revival just one ave away. A great place to donate unwanted clothing/housewares! Here you will find very inexpensive clothing, and they will usually bargain with you on the cost depending on what it is.  I got a dress for $3 there once.  Their hours are a little funky though: Wed-Sat 12-5...a little odd!


Enjoy shopping in Hoboken. 
Let me know what you find!
xo