Bird

Cool clothing for the thirtysomething woman. I love their accessories. I have to give them two stars, though, because I’ve been going here five years and never found one thing in my size or even close to it (I’m a size 10 – 12, M/​L depending on the brand). They seem to buy a lot of straight cut clothing designed for women without curves… and the racks are all boutique sizing (XS, 4’s and 6’s). If they’d expand their sizing, I’d shop here more! But as it is, I look here for ideas and then go online where I can find my size.

I want specially thank, Hannah, the manager of the Park Slope store, for going out of her way to be helpful and kind. Recently I found myself in an unusual and difficult situation with a return, and she went above and beyond to try to help me out. She was unbelievably understanding and lovely. Thank you, Hannah!

*tweet, tweet, tweet*
Do you hear that?
That’s Bird!
Okay, the store doesn’t actually chirp, but they do carry great gift ideas!
I got my little sister a truly unique leather n’ fish-​hook bracelet and a leather pouch for the holidays. Their hats and socks make great gifts too. From wardrobe staples to fresh scents, these folks have some great options for switching things up in the new season.
So, take flight in something new!

I used to love Bird when I lived in Brooklyn, and it’s true that the sales are great.
I moved away from NY just as they were starting their empire (Billburg store etc) and for the last couple years, I’ve continued to shop from time to time their via their website.
OK what is going on with this website recently??? They’ve abandoned the minimalist headless mannequins of the past and are using human beings covered with tattoos, which is fine, but is it just me or do the clothes look INCREDIBLY unflattering?
I mean, the POOR GIRL… I don’t know about their other customers, but fashion has always been about fantasy, and I can look doughy, pasty, shapeless and inelegant on my own, thanks, without forking over hundreds of dollars.

Fantastic clothes, truly fantastic. The pricing is a little on the high side but there are some really great pieces that I havent seen anywhere else.
Where the problem lies, is the service. I was looking for a couple of new pieces and I spent about 20 minutes in the store and there wasnt anyone else in the store There were two sales associates working that day and neither acknowledged me or assisted me. It is truly sad. I went to a boutique a flew blocks down and spent 350 bucks. Oh well, Birds lost.

Bird used to be my favorite store. They have beautiful things that are the perfect mix of elegant and fun, special and wearable. I really liked the sales staff in Cobble Hill, especially one very sweet woman who let me visit and try on a ring I loved many times, and then was genuinely glad for me when I finally bought it. I haven’t had as good experiences with the Park Slope staff, but their selection is great so I didn’t really care.
But today I tried to return something (to the PS store), and their return policy and customer service really turned me off of Bird for good. There are no refunds at all, no matter what. You can only make returns within 10 days, and you can only get store credit, and the credit is only good for six months.
I’ve bought lots of things from Bird in the past, and luckily never needed to return anything until now. They did tell me when I was making the purchase that I could return it for store credit, but I didn’t really think about it, because I was 95% sure the purchase would work out. My mistake. In the past I’d been 110% sure about everything from there, and now I feel like I need to be 200% sure, which to me does not make for a good or relaxing shopping experience.
So I really loved Bird, and I want to support small businesses, but in this case the fact that they have a horrible return policy and very unpleasant customer service (the store manager was really not nice about this) trumps the fact that they are are a small, local business and their clothes are so beautifully curated. I would say avoid the Park Slope store altogether, and only buy things from the other locations that you are absolutely certain you won’t need to return (or shop from their website, where they inexplicably offer returns).

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It’s hard to give Bird a review because how you judge it really depends on what you’re looking for. Trendy but trustworthy brand name threads? A four — they’ve got a selection that’s well curated if a bit limited. If you want an enjoyable boutique shopping experience? One star, if that. I personally have never understood the propensity for sales girls (or guys) to belittle their customers. Do you really think you’re going to shame me into a pair of J Brand jeans? Only shop here if your self esteem is having a good day, otherwise the staff’s complete derision will have you running for your bodega’s baked goods aisle.
P. S. Check your receipts — I asked about the price of a piece of jewelry and was told one thing then charged triple.

I am reluctant to even give this place one star. I wish there was a «0» option. One would think that a small business would think about its customers, but this place has terrible customer service, management, you name it this place does not deserve to carry some of the great brands it does; there are way better boutiques in the slope, KIWI exceeds Bird by a thousand percent, selection included

If there were to be a sock worth $ 400, you would most likely find it here
as I suffered several bouts of cardiac arrest upon looking at the price tags.
And I think that about sums it up.

I miss the old bird on 7^th ave — unique, well-​priced, interesting and varied. And there was always something that you couldn’t find anywhere else. If I wanted these brands, I would just go to Barney’s.

really cute stuff — god for gifts, but can be a little pricey. Stuff is still worth it, but probably a gift for a good friend or sister. very cute earrings.

I am still wondering who shops here regularly and at full price. I spent about 30 minutes going through every item on the rack-​Philip Lim, Alexander Wang, Sonia for Sonia Rykiel, and others. There are some mark downs now, so I was tempted over a few things. It is so pleasant to browse in a low key environment. I am dreaming about some Isabel Marant earrings I saw. A purchase from Bird will be made by the end of the year I suspect.

Wonderful selection of clothes and jewelry from an eclectic range of designers (Maria Cornejo, Isabel Marant, among others) that are hard to find elsewhere, but yes, alas, you pay for the selectivity. Nonetheless, I’m glad Bird exists. It’s a special Brooklyn type of store that one does not find in many cities.

My friend LOVES this store, but I am not too into their selection.
They have cute baby clothes but that’s about it.
Their wasn’t anything in here that caught my interest or anything that scream out to me… BUY ME BUY ME BUY ME!
Eh, a bit disappointed after hearing the whole rage from my friend.