Brooklyn Industries

Never order anything online from this place. What a mess!!!

Staff bumps into you and doesn’t say excuse me. Nice only to the Europeans tourists or hipsters. Eyes you and treat with suspicion if you’re «local». Staff has slave mentality.

I typically visited the Broadway store, which was closer to my usual stores, but this is just a few blocks away.
As a store, it’s laid out well & was staffed with friendly peeps, one of which put a coat on hold for me while I looked elsewhere (I totally came back for it).
As a label — much better in theory than in reality, especially for us women who have even slight curves. By that I mean I’m 5’8 and size 2/​4, and their usual female cuts make me look shapeless and frumpy. But that’s the point? Eh.
So. That coat I just bought was definitely a man’s coat with a cinch waist, and it fits me better than their women’s coats. Y’all feel me?
They also sell Mavi, a solid denim line, and their signature bags are rad.

Total hipster store, the staff was really pleasant but I cant fit in slim jeans so i waited while my wife went nuts! She actually got a great deal on a «leather» jacket so I’m happy.

Originally went in to the Union sq location to check for some cool t shirts. Found a winter jacket instead (I know — in September!) they didn’t have it in my size so Maria R. Did a quick scan and let me know that they did have it in Large at their La layette location. Went over there in the afternoon. Maria happened to be working both locations that day and she swooped it out of the back the minute I walked in the door. She’s a rockstar and I love that she at no point tried to be «Sale-​sy» or super annoying like in most retail store employees. Big-​up for a sales person who leaves you alone to shop and is not in your beeswax all the time! Thank you Maria :)

Love the design of Brooklyn Industries products, but the quality is absolutely terrible for the price. The customer service is also poor. Hard pass.

I bought a backpack from them with their «lifetime warranty». A week later the zipper broke. I was not in the area and could not bring it back for a few more weeks but when I did they said the repair would take 4 – 6 weeks (for a simple zipper). I asked if the reason for such a long delay was the high level of returns but got no response. I waited about two months to hear from the store (they do not give you a claim ticket they take down your number and tell you to wait for a call) and finally contacted the store when I was in the area again. They pawned me off on their Repair Center which I emailed 2 days ago with no response. Not only is the quality of their merchandise crappy but so apparently so is their customer service. I would not buy from these guys and did so because I wanted to support a local business and it was on sale. They have sales all the time and I think it is a major red flag for the company.

Before I got to know the neighborhood better I always thought this was a weird location for a BK Industries but after years of visiting it’s nice having it a couple blocks from crazy Broadway. This really is a blessing.
It allows for customers to visit a nice quiet, well laid out, friendly staffed store with plenty of clothes and accessories to check out. While I’ve never picked up any of those clothes I have purchased a couple bags– and I l.o.v.e. the bags. Great quality, fantastic fabrics, and reasonable prices (plus sales going on allllll the time. If you’re lucky you can score that bag you’ve been eyeballin’ for 40% off!)
If you’re hopping and shopping around SoHo for the afternoon– BK Industries is worth the side trip.

I first got into Brooklyn Industries when I thrifted one of their flap button up hoodies. They are super comfy and can be worn in different ways… its a change up to the standard hoodie or cardigan. I’ve checked out their products online and loved them so I decided to check out their store. The store is relatively big but I wish they had more – their sale section was pretty big and organized well YAY! The store is nice and open, great music, and no pushy salespeople. When I entered, I was greeted but I was able to browse at my own leisure and they only approached me when I looked like I needed a fitting room. I wish they had more of a selection but I found what I was looking for and then some. The fitting rooms are open and have great lighting. Checkout process was easy too. They have a great selection of graphic tees and I found one on sale for my boyfriend! The only downside, like others mentioned, is that you can’t return for a cash refund or credit back – only store credit. The quality of the clothes are awesome and they’re hipster without being tooo crazy over priced. I will definitely be back for more. Check when seasons are changing because there’s lots of items on sale!

I liked the design of a few of their shirts, but the fit just wasn’t good for me and the colors seemed to not be the best choice. Awkward playlist on the radio, too. Seemed like the employees played what they wanted to hear, not what customers may want to hear.

I love there clothing, yes it’s another New York clothing line but it holds it own in the fashion industry. They’re graphic tees are what they are most known for. I can’t stop shopping here.

I’ve purchased a few things from Brooklyn Industries… My most recent impression is not so good. Let me keep it real — it’s downright disappointing.
I bought a really nicely designed, cute dark grey denim jacket a while ago. I love the design, the pleating, and the fit. Though I love it, I haven’t worn it that much. I’ve worn it a few times (I have a lot of clothes, bags and shoes– what can I say).
I was overseas on vacation recently and pulled out my sweet little pleated denim jacket. Get your tissues out, it gets ugly — I’m in the car and notice what looks like a hole under one of the armpits. I’m sitting there looking at it in disbelief and noticed that the fabric is SHREDDED under BOTH armpits!!! Apparently there is a lot of «stretch» in the fabric and I could also see elastic threads still in place where the fabric had ripped and torn.
I’ve worn this thing and never heard that awful «ripping» sound when something rips when you put it on. It’s torn under both arms! How could this happen? I’m upset.
I’ve worn clothes for YEARS and have never had anything rip on me like that. I treat my clothes well and hand wash my delicates. I still can’t believe it. I read about Brooklyn Industries’ return policy, so I won’t even try… I would throw the jacket away, but I like it. What to do? I may have to take it to my tailor, but I know it will be expensive to fix. Wear it with rips and tears under the pits and pretend this is cool?
I feel like the only thing to do is to never buy anything from the store again. It cost around $ 100, so it wasn’t a cheap piece of crap, but it did turn out that way.

I found BI about a decade ago when they had a cool, authentic website with a small assortment of unique stuff to wear. Fell in love at first shipment! They have style, a point of view and are not afraid to make a statement. Over the years, I’ve created a BI corner in my closet because all my go-​to dresses, shirts, hoodies, belts and bags are there.
My favorite store is this one (Lafayette) because I love the people there and it’s around the corner from my other favorite store (EMS on broadway and spring). I always pick up a few men’s tees for the guys in my life… great fabric, great creative, great price.
You can’t go wrong here. Unique without being dopey trendy, quality without a painful price tag, chill people and awesome music.
Check it out!

I decided to check out Brooklyn Industries for the first time the other day because everywhere I look, people seem to be carrying their messenger bags. I liked the layout of the store but not the clothes — I don’t think they were anything special. They seemed a bit overpriced too.

I stumbled upon this store looking for Triple 5 Soul (I love their hoodies and I wanted one). Alas, it’s now Brooklyn Industries. It looked like a store similar to Triple 5 Soul so I went in anyways.
I like their clothes a lot, but they were kind of pricey for my current budget. I wanted to buy something I couldn’t get back home though, so I bought a t-​shirt and a wallet, since I needed a new wallet anyways. I didn’t end up getting a hoodie because I just didn’t feel like paying $ 80 for one at the moment.
They have a pretty wide selection of t-​shirts, sweatshirts, and basically all kinds of stuff, for both men and women. If I wasn’t on a strict budget I could have easily dropped a few hundred here. Their products are pretty unique too, so it would be good place to buy a gift.

Found this store when it was actually closed, peeked in and thought… hmmm gotta come back when it’s open. Most of the tourist hang on Broadway, but we travel to NYC a couple times a year to visit family and friends, I like to really explore the streets and neighborhoods. And so on our last day we jumped the 6 down to see the few things we missed, this being one. And it was well worth it. I bought a really cute dress and my husband came away with some tee’s with great prints. The cotton was super soft too.
The people working there were super friendly and the whole vibe of the store was easy and helpful. And they have online, so yeah that tee shirt of the rat hugging a pigeon that I thought my husband should have bought he can still get! LoL!
Okay BI we’ll be back, you rock.

As much as I live for & breathe for the Bay Area, I was in search for a hoodie to represent the time I spent in NYC. I found exactly what I was looking for in BK Industries– a hoodie that says «Brooklyn» on it & has a little tree design (as in «A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?! Adorable.) The colors are basic so it goes with anything & it fits really well, the only thing is it was a little pricey ($ 75) but I knew I wasn’t gonna find anything I liked quite as much anywhere else. I also picked up a small canvas coin purse for my sister ($ 13) with a a cute brown, white, mustard paisley design.
There were a lot of wonderful women’s clothing on sale & a BK Industries messenger bag I wish I’d bought, but I didn’t want to do *that* much damage to my credit card.
If you’re looking for something uniquely Brooklyn, this is where you’ll find it.

Being from California we really enjoyed shopping at this store as it had some fun accessories. We really loved their bags! We bought two when we were there as well as some flip flops. The staff at this location was very nice, helpful and easy going.
Their bags offer a life time gurarantee which is great if something needs to be fixed or replaced. Make sure to fill out the card!
The prices are high on some items but reasonable on others.
I have heard that people complain about the STORE CREDIT return policy but I have to admit that is not unusual. A lot of stores do that. For example, Forever 21 has that policy but I do agree that it should be TOLD to the customer at the time of purchase so they arent shocked.
This is my 100^th Review :)

I have never heard of this place until my BF enlightened me! Needless to say I am not a New Yorker, so naturally had no clue what this place is. But I am glad I know about it now. They make very kewl clothing, wonderful hoodies, very soft but also stylish. Their tees also felt really soft and comfy. My BF bought a children’s hoodie and it was really cute. I really like the ambience of this store, hip cool but relaxed. Very Brooklyn if you ask me. Will have to check out the website and eventually buy a Brooklyn hoodie for myself. I guess I am not a true Brooklynite until I have one :)

Fantastic
Although I was out in NY on a shoestring budget because of the diddly squat unemployment barely assists in rent, I could not pass up on an awesome bag that alighted upon my visual senses.
We had just finished a romp through the East Village and it was one of those warm and humid evenings in NY that wearing a strapless summer dress commanded. Since we were on our way to Balthazar’s for dinner (and a thank you to our lovely host) she pointed out that this was a cool store to check out.
NY is awesome in that although there are specific streets dedicated solely to the larger expense foundations of store chains, I noticed there were also supporting businesses that of artistic and unique dispositions. Brooklyn Industries would reflect exactly that.
Hip. Trendy. And unique. The store had an assortment of neat clothing as well as bags and T-​shirts. Slightly expensive for my unemployed arse ($ 80 or so for a wonderful summerdress) but the $ 18 commanded by the Tulip Revival Tote could not be ignored.
In the course of the last several weeks I’ve been back, I have received countless compliments on the bag. And when they ask where I bough it and «NY» is the response.
Their reaction?
«Of course!»