Albertine

I adore this store. And I decided to write a review because of the post below, with which I vehemently disagree.
This store is charming and offers an incredible selection of limited runs high fashion. It’s a blend of sweet and sexy. I agree it can be intimidating because the space is small and the selection is amazing, but I have always thought the staff was warm and friendly. The owner is really nice and interesting. Usually she is working on some project when I go in there, so I’ve never been helped by her personally. I think that’s why she has assistance.

This store is lovely and carries one of my favorite lines, Sir. Worth a visit.

A really lovely store that stocks both vintage and consignment clothes. I will be back!

A beautiful tree-​lined classic West Village street is home to an equally wonderful boutique. Albertine is one of those quiet gems of a store that has an exciting, unique collection and perfect staff. On a more personal note, I visited Albertine three times before deciding to feature it on The Boutique of the Week, not because I was wary of the selection, but the price is higher than my norm. However, Albertine truly is too good to pass up and is the perfect place to splurge and treat yourself to an amazing piece (or two, or three…).
The jewelry is the best feature of Albertine and will have you coming back just to drool over it. The exquisitely edited collection is priced from $ 100 to a steep $ 1,000+. The beautiful vintage pieces are displayed in glass cases, but touching and dressing up is encouraged. Delicate necklaces share a wall with leather cuffs, and pendants of owls and horns share a case with a silver snake ring and jade earrings. Prices can only be found out from a large binder where handwritten notes and photos document the inventory.
The womenswear boasts up-​and-​coming designers and custom-​made pieces that are feminine and vintage-​inspired ranging from $ 150−600+. Flowy fabrics in all colors can be found in floor-​length silk gowns and highly-​structured bomber jackets. The cozy store normally only has one or two sizes displayed, but the staff is happy to find you the perfect fit in the back.
A Victorian couch faces a large mirror for ample viewing, and you can even sometimes find the owner’s dog napping as the eclectically chic staff offers spot-​on critiques and styling tips.
June 2009 Featured Boutique of the Week

This has got to be one of my favorite boutiques in Manhattan.
I was short on time but eyeing a pair of beautiful boots on my most recent trip back. The store was full of beautiful dresses and spring/​summer clothes of all sorts: floral, muted and neutral, bright and chic, and everything looked well cut. What a great buyer.

This is my favorite clothing boutique in the West Village. They have gorgeous necklaces, fun shoes, and beautiful, one of a kind dresses. The staff could not be more friendly or genuine. I think this will become a regular stop for me!