Fred Flare

I am absolutely obsessed with Fred Flare. I love getting the daily updates sent to me and I love browsing through their sales. There are plenty of good reasons to shop in store: Like 2 weeks ago they had an in store sale offering 35% off of all dresses! Who can resist?
I always go there prepared to spend spend spend but I really feel like you do get a good deal especially when things are on sale. I usually do the in store pick up and I have to say that they have some of the best customer service around. The girls there are sweet as pie and they are so helpful. This is one local business that I want to continue to support. Stay cute Fred Flare :)

There are actually more stuff online I think. But the store is nonetheless really cute and the employees are friendly and helpful!
I think is absolutely a cute place to get presents! I was still debating on to get the tokyo perfume or not! But opted for some outrageous headphones!
P. S. If you use a Groupon, the sales/​discount does not apply!: *(

While only knowing Fred Flare (via. online)…I was so ecstatic to have Fred Flare on my itinerary for my first NYC trip.
Once getting off the subway… it was a straight shot up a couple of blocks and THERE… was the Fred Flare store… the only store decked out in bright lights, cute paper cut outs, and mannequins dressed in fur coats and swanky dresses.
The store is small, warm, and very cozy. There was a small section of clothes and the rest of the store was filled with knick knacks and small useless gadgets but nonetheless cute. A lot of the stuff they had… you can probably find it at your local Urban Outfitters. I bought a tote bag that had a map of the Williamsburg neighborhood and a floral headband which came out to about $ 30. Eh, if I am going to travel 3,000 miles. why not splurge a little bit at Greenpoint. The store is borderline affordable and expensive.
I loved the store and I think its a must if you’re visiting Brooklyn. (:

1 star off cuz its so far…
But I did buy a BB Dakota jacket I have been looking for ages of ages. The store has flare yes they do the store has flare how about YOU! Crazy knicknacks like nintendo wii gum and a stapless stapler (i never, knew they had that), cupcake beanies (awwwwwww) …Spencers eat your heart out! Oh yeah cute clothes pricey but if you wear you will have flare!

No-​so-​recently, I stumbled on to the Fred Flare website and easily became addicted to all the unnecessary tchotchskes I found. While browsing the website I felt the urge to purchase their Audrey-Hepburn-in-Breakfast-at-Tiffany’s inspired sleep mask. It was on sale for one day, and they had in-​store pick up, so I figured, why not? I was excited to head to the store to see all the cool little things in person.
I made my way to the store, figuring I was about to spend a small fortune on some cool-​yet-​totally-​useless items. When I walked in though, I was entirely underwhelmed. The place was smaller than I expected. It had the majority of what I saw online, but for some reason, seeing it in person didn’t have the same «buy this now!» effect on me as the website did. They did have hats/​scarves/​purses/​apparel that were really cute, but not in the price range I was expecting, so I skipped over those. I browsed around for a while, trying to think up a reason why I might want to buy more than what I had come to pick up. But I couldn’t justify spending money on any of the trinkets I was looking at. So I took my sleep mask and headed out. I can’t say for sure if I’ll be back or not.
If you find something on the website and are in the neighborhood, saving on shipping with in-​store pick up is a nice advantage. The 2 staff members that were there when I went were really friendly and offered help to every person who walked in. They have a lot of little things that could be used as stocking stuffers, gag gifts, and/​or just a random little funny surprise gift for someone. But the selection online is (understandably) much larger, so I’d check the website before going to the store.

I’ve known about Fred Flare — the website — for a while, but their brick-​and-​mortar Greenpoint location seems as unnecessary as the cool, quirky crap they’re selling. I don’t mean to come off as harsh as that might read, but, really, while the products here may be cute and humorous, they’re also useless trinkets.
But people love wasting money. People love buying crap. I’ve been there myself — guilty as charged. And there are some items more plausible than others. Penis pasta? Bachelorette party favor, I get it. Nice Jewish Guys Monthly Calendar? I mean, curly-​haired dorks in polos being photographed like centerfolds, that’s pretty funny. Mustache everything? Wallets, coin purses, socks, finger stickers? A little much, good for a laugh, but things I’m sure we could all live without.
I want to like Fred Flare more than I actually do. I want an excuse to buy a mini foosball table or a cheeseburger phone or an ant farm or furniture origami. But, I don’t have those excuses, and without them, I leave here frustrated and unfulfilled. It’s a novelty store targeted mostly towards women, anyway — half of the small space is clothes racks with trendy dresses and cute skirts, and tables of costume jewelry. The other half, the kitschy half, the I-​want-​it-​to-​be-​mine half, can be covered within a minute’s time browsing.
I think it’s great Fred Flare got big enough to expand beyond the interwebs, but by no means is it destination shopping, especially when you can just pull up the homepage from, well, your home. Still, if you’re in the area, check it out — perhaps there’s a product online you were hesitant to buy until you got a good look in person. Plus, if you need one last gift to fill someone’s holiday quota, Fred Flare might just be the place. As long as the recipient of said present has a sense of humor. And as long as you’ve got an excuse to buy it for them.

Love love love love! Simply the most adorable things. I have done all my holiday shopping here and their website is great. The prices are good and it is a mecca of cute and funky. Go here now, or visit their awesome website.

Love me some FF! I used to be a huge fan of their website and dream of the day I could visit their store (I didn’t live in NYC then). Well, I recently moved to New York and biked on over to FF. I fell in love! They have a lot of the stuff that they do on the website — and the best part is that I can try it on! The sizes are a bit more limited than the website, and they don’t have everything from online (hence the –1 star), but it’s still a great lil shop! The salespeople were also super nice and helped me pick out a fab dress. I will definitely be back!
Oh — and as for the prices, I so don’t think they’re overpriced. A dress for $ 50 that’s super cute? Dresses at Anthropologie and J. Crew are [at least] twice that much! Most of Urban Outfitters’ dresses are more expensive than that! Not to mention that I like supporting the mom & pop shops when possible, so yay for FF! :)

I made a pilgrimage to Greenpoint and found a mecca of sorts, Fred Flare. Walking in, I felt my spirit truly uplifted and in a dreamlike state. Could this place be real? Are those the PB&J earrings I’ve been tempted to buy for years on the web? Do I see the headphones with the rubber duck earbuds that I’ve contemplated buying for my best friend every Christmas? Yes, yes indeed.
After my trek to the neighborhood, walking into this store felt surreal. I’ve been a big fan of Fred Flare for years. It’s my go-​to, one-​stop website for gifts and accessories and I cannot help but always order something extra for myself.
This has quirky, fun, and cute items that you cannot find anywhere else. There’s no way not to come in here and find something useful that you never really knew that you needed.
I wish this place were closer but then maybe it would not be so rewarding. As Muslims only need to complete the hajj once in their lifetime, I might just have to stick to the web (especially since NYC gets free shipping) but will forever hold onto the knowledge that this place exists to maybe return one day.

Fred Flare made me lose my mind.
I was standing across the shop, waiting for a friend, and saw a touristy white“I [heart] NY” tee on the window. 15 minutes later, I came back and the tee was gone. My friend thought I was hallucinating when we walked in, only to see the tee behind the counter. When we walked out, there was a green tee on the window. Quit playing mind games with me, Fred Flare!
Fred Flare is amazing, but expensive. I was so caught up in looking at the clothes, I searched all the way to the men’s section, unknowingly, and almost dropped dead when I saw a pair of J. Crew crops on sale for $ 5. But they were heavily worn. Years ago, I’d only dream of checking out Fred Flare in person, rather than online. The stuff is to-​die-​for-​cute. But to be honest, it’s pretty much like Urban Outfitters. They sell similar stuff, if not, the same; activity books, «magic» toys, vintage necklaces, floral dresses, etc.
I walked out empty-​handed. The staff were nice but the items are just a little out of my price range.

Cool stuff store.
That’s what I looked up on Unilocal and did NOT find Fred Flare. Although I wish it did, so hopefully that will help others like myself.
Fred Flare is more for the lady then the gent, but I came here with my cousin and friends so let me give my 2 cents. They got cute and cool stuff, knick knacks, and some clothing. They even have penis shaped pasta for bachelorette parties or for your gay homies who can’t get enough… you know whats in their mouths.
Fred Flare = Cool Stuff Store

I was going to write a longer review, but «Vanessa V» pretty much covered most of it: Fred Flare is like a smaller, more personal boutique version of Urban Outfitters.
Need a cute necklace, random gift, silly band-​aids, interesting mugs, or adorable dress or purse? Check, check, check.
Their web site is worth following when you don’t have time to stroll out to Greenpoint. But definitely stop in when you can — a fun visit.

Yeah, this store is all that people say it is, and more. Super cute stuff, and all the quirky gifts you’ll ever need. I bought a lomography zipper pull cause you know that’s the way I roll!
Also if you’re in the neighborhood, walk a couple blocks East on Meserole to Diamond, and you’ll find Café Grumpy, the perfect coffee to compliment your Greenpoint shopping…

Perfect treasure stash to entertain and surprise yourself and someone. From giggling weekend after brunch eye shopping to pleasant finds of your childhood memories, Fred Flare is filled with geeky and nerdy but oddly smart products to adult senses.
I took care of some of my Christmas shopping here. Especially when you ran out of idea this is the place to get inspired. I bought little gifts for guy friends and it was an absolute success. Christmas Trees that made out of motherboard and ones that grow in 7 hrs as the liquid solution crystalizes. Great for desk tops during holiday season. I also bought some bacon bandages, wasabi lip balm. Guys went nuts… not to mention they gave me the’ you are cool, girl’ looks. Who doesn’t love strange and science projects-​ish toys to bring out your inner-​child and make you figure out and laugh? Not to mention a budget friendly shopping. All costed me around $ 10 each.
Located in middle of a residential street and a couple of blocks from my place, as the korean terms describe ‘you fall on your face and your nose hits distance’ (up-​dryu-​seo Ko-​daht-​neun-​gu-​ri), the cute store shines like Rudolph the Red-​Nosed Reindeer in the heart of Greenpoint. I must say that the vibe is not quite NYC. I feel a hybrid form of San Franciso’s hip blended into NYC’s Brooklyness. You go figure.
One thing I didn’t like, the sale prices at online store weren’t reflected in the actual store which I didn’t quite understand. Thus, one star was outed, otherwise, it would be 5 stars.
Highly Recommended.
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Very cute store, great addition to the area!
Great place to go for something to cheer you up or to buy a gift for a friend.
Cute clothing and accessories!

The other day I was in desperate need of a cheeseburger phone like Juno had, and a pair of iPod speakers that look like Leggo blocks, and a couple of bottles of Will Ferrell branded sunscreen («Hot and Sexy» and «Sun Stroke.») Well, not really, but I’m glad I know where to find this stuff, just in case.
I came across Fred Flare’s website over Christmas and ordered a bunch of little things for my friends they absolutely didn’t need. This is a great place to find stuff like bandages that look like bacon strips. They also sell some cute women’s fashions, kitchy jewelry, T-​shirts and unique unisex apparel and accessories, along side some useful items like creative stationery, diaries and cool little cameras.
There’s a Fred Flare store in Brooklyn, NY but if that’s not in your neck of the woods, their shipping and handling charges are not bad at all. In fact, they often have specials offering free S&H.
The prices range from cheap to, seems-​a-​bit-​steep-​for-​that whichamacallit. They have pretty good sales, so be sure to click on that link.
It’s a great site to get someone you care about something, «just because,» and make them smile — or scratch their heads («Childhood Memories Breath Spray??? Say whaaat???)

I had first learned of Fred Flare through a NY Times article, which raved about Fred Flare’s motto and mentality, «Stay Cute!» I immediately logged onto the Fred Flare website and made my first purchase, a set of pb&j smiley earrings, for $ 10. I hate paying shipping and handling so I opted to pick them up at their warehouse, located a few blocks away from their store in Brooklyn. This gave me a chance to kill two birds with one stone… not only was I saving money on shipping, it gave me another reason to trek out to Brooklyn to visit the store for the very first time.
The warehouse is located in the middle of nowhere and finding the exact entrance was slightly confusing but I made my way just fine, and got exactly what I needed. The walk to the actual store took longer than expected but certainly doable on a nice day.
First impression? Loved It! The entrance to the store is that of a small wooden house, which I found very welcoming. They carry a good amount of inventory listed on their website, including toys, odds and ends housewares, funky jewelry, bags, clothes etc. Unfortunately, they don’t have everything, so call the store ahead of time to check for availability before going in. For some things, you’ll just have to suck it up and order online. This is a great place to go to if you have some extra cash to spend on random knick knacks and cute clothing (although it can get pricey). An even better place to be at when you’re in desperate need of buying unique gifts for those young and/​or young at heart. I left the store with a $ 30 trench jacket (on sale). No complaints here! Wonderful experience with great customer service.

AW FREDFLARE. I cannot get over you!
Yes, I do live in California, and
is MY Store Cute.
I’ve been here three times while visiting my brother for 2 weeks, and I must say this place is so freaking cute!
The only issue I have with this place is that sometimes their prices make you wonder whether it’s worth it or not.
Case in point, I bought the same Wii remote controller gum at Bed Bath & Beyond in my sunny hometown in California for $ 2 (as opposed to Fred’s $ 6). I also bought a red rose ring for $ 1at Target, as opposed to Fred’s $ 10 price. Oh, and my other complaint that this store runs out of the cute things fast.
I love their cute accesories! So much cheaper than UO and other stores like that. Their clothing is a bit pricey but super cute, and it’s bound to go on sale. Shoes are cute too! Ahh! Everything is too cute here.
Thanks to FF, I’ve gotten so many compliments on my quirky things, such as the Talking Japanese Watch, taco pencil case, turquoise Risky Biz glasses, Star Wars shirt, and hella more stuff.
GO TO FRED’S. IT HELLA ROCKS! :D

I just discovered Fred Flare and love it. My friend got a dachshund tote bag and I forgot to investigate after hearing about it then. Then ANOTHER friend and I walked to the store the other day, I saw the aforementioned tote bag, and everything fell into place. Ah, love.
It’s filled to the brim with what I would call stocking stuffers (ha, as if I’m making up that term right now). There is a lot of little cute, goofy things I would usually expect to discover nestled in the bottom of my stocking. They have some very cute jewelry that’s relatively inexpensive (comparing it to, say, Urban Outfitters) and some books and things that are very adorable but not so cheap. But the thing I loved the most was the clothes. I mean, just plain adorable dresses that if I didn’t have holiday shopping to do (and, let’s face it, if I wasn’t unemployed) I would have bought in a second.

Not sure if this is a holiday season pop up like in year’s past, but Fred Flare’s little store is well lit, well stocked, and hella interesting. If you like their online selection, you’ll like the store. They were having a good sale on some of the photography stuff, and the photo display in the center did tempt with it’s action-​shot cameras (four images per print, in quick succession), lomo starter kits, and other wonders. I need to go back just to revisit that. Great for stocking stuffers and presents for the creative folks with a good eye for design in your life. Kudos on the retail operation!
We bought some Christmas cards because we’d run out while addressing them earlier in the day.