Ame Ame

After reading so many good reviews I decided to go there to buy a raincoat and rainboots. When I entered, the big wall of boots described in the rebiews was juat a rack with a few pairs on display. It didn’t matter though, I though that I could still buy a raincoat. I ask the sales person if I could take a look at some raincoats and she said that they only work with appointments. Let me say that i was the only person in the store and that this woman was just checking her phone when i arrived. She then said, well maybe if you are more specific about what kind of raincoat you are looking for I can help you. I said that I didnt know types of raincoats. She said: then I can’t help you.
Ok. Never coming back to this place.

After my 10 year-​old Fulton umbrella broke, I was frantic to find another to replace it. After a quick Google search, I happened on this lovely shop. As a Canadian girl now living in NYC, I was ecstatic to find Fulton umbrellas in NYC! I had great service and left with a super cute new umbrella. Will be back for sure.

I met Tereza during my first visit to her shop and absolutely adore her selection. she’s a great curator, stylist and environmentally conscious like me. I can’t recommend a visit to her lovely shop enough! It is a breath of fresh air in Nomad. I got wool socks, an umbrella, love her wallets and hats too, next time I’ll need sth I’ll stop by!

I stopped by Ame Ame since it was on the same block as Chandni (great Indian food), and right across the street from Stumptown (get their fantastic cold brew).
I was hoping to come in and just be a lookie loo, maybe see something I like, or a gift for a friend, perhaps come back another day. At first I thought the store seemed a little cluttered, but then realized over the years I’ve probably grown accustomed to perfectly laid out inventory, occupying wide open floor space, neatly organized by practicality and price. Gap. Nordstrom. Topman. Even Amazon. Commerce this century has turned us into these efficiency-​minded shoppers, shifting us to spend less time lingering on a purchase and more time swiping at the register. So when I have to buy something, I tend to rush in and rush out, the getaway car idling outside…
But this store forced me to slow down and chill. Walking in, it was bright, quaint, filled with brown tones and scattered pockets of color, warm and inviting for the curious and quality-​invested consumer. There was a casual homey feel to the floor plan. If this shop had some Miles Davis, Louis, maybe Ella in the far back room, and unlimited coffee… here, just take all my monies!
I noticed many jackets on racks, Barbour and such. There were maybe about a dozen candy jars lining the wall next to the register, somewhat out of the ordinary amongst travel gear, but carried a charming effect in a way. The thought of pulling out sweets from my new jacket pocket in a crowded train did cross my mind a few. Near the register was a healthy stock of thin wallets for men. You won’t find your dad’s triple billfold here. Bright colored rain boots lined the floor. Union Jack paraphernalia closer to the back. Old wooden clocks. Scarves and hats that sang out chim chim cher-​ree… Interesting place, very reminiscent of a simpler time.
I accidentally pulled down a rug on display while moving about. Yeah, this place was definitely designed to be slow-​roamed. Gems to be found if I took my time. And the items, invested.
The owner, Teresa, is awesome. Talk to her first, or she’ll talk to you. But be ever thankful that she did. With all the travel gear, winter jackets, and interesting collectibles lining the shop, I was surprised when I learned that this was an umbrella store, first and foremost. (Although now that I think about it, I did count about 60 of them scattered about.) Well, since my hand-​me-​down was steadily becoming impartial to water and therefore nearing its end, might as well check out a new one. I opened and tested umbrellas in the shop for a good half hour, guaranteeing myself a lifetime of garbage Powerball tickets. However, Teresa’s detailed knowledge of every umbrella I had tried to break in did give me some piece of mind, that I was wielding some fine craftsmanship. And with that, I got the vibe that she handpicked and weighed carefully everything at Ame Ame before putting them on display. Kind of like an Anthony Bourdain of seasonal wares, I thought, a purveyor of international goods for the trendy yet craft-​conscious New York consumer. Cool.
And pleasantly interspersed between a tour of the shop and curation of umbrellas a-​z was her personal mission statement to rekindle this genuine, organic, mindful living within others. The value of slowing down every once in a while to soak in the environment (no pun intended). Similar to that last line from Ferris Bueller. It’s a worthy last liner, and no big-​box retailer is going to share that with you. This is why supporting local businesses is so important!
So glad I stopped by. Great wares, friendly owner. I left the shop with a badass umbrella, three peanut butter candies, and a sunny weekend outlook.

Ame Ame is a fun store to wander into and is like no other store I’ve visited. It is full of «curiosities», and it’s a great place to look for gifts and get great gift ideas. The owner is very sweet and invested in your experience, and everything I’ve purchased so far I’ve enjoyed. The best part is the wall of self serve candy, which is often the things that draws me into the store in the first place.

A treasure trove of carefully curated items sprawled around this unassuming store is full of delight and surprises. It throws one back to a time when tradition, function and beauty all come together. Everything in Ame Ame is an amazing find. Somehow, each item seem to tell a story. The owner has already picked the good stuff for you from classic rain boots and umbrellas, hats, jewelry, luggages, coats and more. I am waiting for this shop to be discovered by many.

I got a cute travel scarf from the shop. Owner is really nice and chats with you. The store is geared toward travelers so you can find a large assortment of well made umbrellas, jackets, and trinkets.

The store might be great. Web said it’s open until 7:30…another site said 8:00 pm… paid $ 10 cab fare, got there at 6:45 on a Wednesday night and they were closed. Really disappointed in the erroneous info.

Such a huge fan of this store! They have the cutest stuff and it’s all so stylish! Makes me happy to shop there.

I absolutely adore Teresa and her shop! Everything, literally everything, is so beautifully curated (funky candy, accessories, men’s and women’s wear, trinkets, you name it!) and she is just the sweetest person. I would hang out there all day and have her tell me about all the amazing stuff before buying out half the store if I could!
I’ve purchased three umbrellas over the past few years (bought the third less than 30 minutes ago!) and I’m in love. They have gotten me tons of compliments, and have never broken on me even in the worst of New York weather.
Also, every single time Teresa greets me like an old friend and I have the most fun and least «salesy» customer experience ever. And maybe I’m just easy to read but I’m pretty sure she just has a talent for reading people’s style because even though she patiently shows me dozens of options I always end up deciding on the first one she picked out to begin with :)
Can’t wait to come back after payday to pick up a cute rain coat for the fall!

Wandered by this store I was hesitantly walking in when the couple in front of me that were also walking in made a comment to me about how great the store and owner were.
wow, a Live-​Review On Site. Had to check it out!
I was very impressed by the aesthetics of the store, it is a treasure-​chest!

I just bought Salt Water sandals in a size 11 at this store. I’m officially blown away. No one ever carries my size. Ever. Totally smitten.
Could not have had a better experience at Amè Amè. As others wrote, the customer service and selection are incredible: Teresa is so warm, friendly, and knowledgable. She puts her heart into this store, and it shows. Everything seemed really fairly priced: my sandals are selling for the same price online (well, actually, I haven’t been able to find my size online… so this shop is clearly better). Go here!

We came in for an umbrella, and came away with four umbrellas and a raincoat — if you’re looking for a combination of unique, high quality, this store has an impressive array of won’t-see-it-everywhere merchandise.
Will definitely look in again…

Love this place — random travel stuff and COOL candy selection. Get the magic gummy bears. I bought some nice umbrellas and new rain boots that are not Hunters. Also love the greeting cards. I think there are other hidden gems I still haven’t uncovered. If you’re in the hood I would check it out and get a salad at Sweetgreen ;)

Went in for an umbrella. Didn’t realized I was walking into a treasure chest. Teresa helped me figure out the perfect umbrella. In the process, I couldn’t help myself from noticing the plethora of fantastic items perfectly placed around the store. From umbrellas and rain gear to candy, ties and travel/​work bags, I will be sure to revisit and peruse the collection again.

We went in to look for an umbrella that seemed to be hard to find anywhere in New York. I wasn’t sure what to expect when we arrived but it turned out to be a fantastic shopping experience. Teresa was great, she explained all the options and differences of the umbrellas they sell. They don’t sell anything they don’t believe in so you will get honest answers to your questions and you will know you are buying quality no matter what choose (sorry, no street vendor umbrellas here).
I feel it is important to point out that the customer service was exceptional and it is worth going there just to experience it since it is hard to find anymore. I love to shop small shops that care about and know about what they sell.
I can’t wait to bring my friends here. There was a little sign I spotted in the store that read «Not All Niceness is Fake (Sometimes it’s Genuine)». We experienced genuine niceness and I’m sure you will too when you visit.

Absolutely wonderful customer service and a great selection of black umbrellas for a wet, mustachioed man. There is a great breadth of high quality products for all of your travel needs.

What a great shop!
I’ve heard great things about Ame Ame from friends and finally had a chance to stop in yesterday after having coffee at the Ace Hotel (right across the street). The owner, Teresa, is a doll and was super helpful in telling me about the products they carry and her rationale behind everything.
They stock beautiful coats, cool umbrellas, boots (Aigle !!), unique gift items and yes — they have an awesome selection of candy that is delicious and you absolutely won’t be able to find anywhere else!
When I came in, I was only browsing, but Teresa introduced me to a great line of coats made by Mackage. After heading back to work and snacking on some crazy candy from the shop, i couldn’t stop thinking of the wool coat I tried on, so on my way back home I stopped back in to purchase it to re-​up my winter style.
This is such a great shop, you are sure to find something for yourself as well as great gift items.

A brilliant candy-​travel-​weather specialty store across from the Ace Hotel. There is a true appreciation for craftsmanship for the products they sell — the owner goes to great lengths to curate only the best for her customers. The décor is also highly detailed and greatly cared for: handwritten labels, inspirational quotes, and thoughtful displays.
I love that every time I come there are unexpected surprises (think: gummy teeth and French Bön bons, emerald cut jewel necklace, faux fur hat). Highly recommend coming here to browse for gifts, sweets, and to indulge yourself.

This place is a gem. You have to, absolutely must, go inside to get a real feel for all the things they carry, past the candy. Talk to the owner, there will be things you don’t even notice, until you do and realize that you can’t leave without it.
I stumbled upon this place some time last year looking for a specific coat that didn’t seem to be sold widely. Not only did she carry it, she had me try on things that I would never think I’d love. And took them all.
Fast forward to today… I go in for something completely different than what I walk out with. She has a great eye to pick out exactly what would fit and flatter you. As I was telling her personally, I love this place so much, I consciously avoid it because I know I won’t walk by without stopping in and I can’t stop in and walk out empty handed. It’s a vicious cycle. Just go. You’ll know what I mean.

My coworker introduced me to this little shop of treats when I suggested we go for a mid-​afternoon snack run. A few blocks from my office across from the John Dory and snug between other nondescript retail storefronts, lies this one stop shop for unique umbrellas, old time candies spanning an entire wall and various other household items (rain gear, shoes, leather goods, etc).
The candies in glass jars are not only a classic display and bring you back to happier days, but represent a wonderful variety of sweet, salty, and sour. The owner is super friendly and sweet, and you really want the shop to stick around as you wander around and speak with her. It’s a shop of oddities for sure but really hits the spot when you find what you’re looking for.

This little shop has a great selection of «adventure» gear — umbreallas, boots, coats, bags. It also has a HUGE candy wall!
They’re extremely helpful in selecting the right item, giving tips on function and style. They also have an encyclopedic knowledge of all the items they carry.
If you’re looking for a great place to get outfitted for your next adventure, or just want a nice umbrella, this is the place to visit!

Was looking for a particular brand of umbrella that doesn’t seem to be carried by most places. However I spotted this place specializing in rain gear, so why not give it a try?! They had the brand and a good selection of their line too. I got myself a new umbrella that will likely last me a long time and a great replacement umbrella for my gf (as a gift). The owner, Teresa, really knows her stuff, genuinely cares about her store and what she sells.
Plus there is quite the candy selection too, which was tasty.