New + Restock of Zuriick

We have received today a new color in the Beata by Zuriick as well as a restock in the very popular Thomas Boot...



Zuriick Beata in Carbon $65.00


Zuriick Thomas Boot in Black $109.00 **SOLD OUT**
Inspired by old school kicks from the 80's this Sneaker/boot hybrid is made of supple leather with a rubber sole.

Alter on facebook

Thats right... We now have an Alter profile and fan page on facebook! CLICK HERE to go to our profile.

Working Class Magazine "Alter My Life"

Check out this story on Alter from Working Class Magazine. They took some great photos of the shops!

Spring is in the air.

Well not really but the deliveries are starting to come in.
Melissa, everyone's favorite shoes made entirely of plastic is continuing their collaboration with Dame Vivienne Westwood and this shoe is all sparkle.

Dame Vivienne Westwood



Melissa x Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Glitter Pump in Black $125.00 **SOLD OUT**
Glitter injected plastic sling back pump whats more amazing then that?


How about a sexy peep toe as well


and of course the Vivienne Westwood Orb in gold.

Alexandre Herchcovitch is Brasil's fore most talented fashion designer and also a continued collaborator with Melissa





Melissa x Alexandre Herchcovitch Saddle Shoe in White/Black $ 89.00**SOLD OUT**


The perfect menswear inspired shoe made in plastic!

SALE, SALE, SALE

Winter Coats on Sale right now:


T5S Down filled coat was: $245 **SOLD OUT**


T5S Corp Coat in wool was $249 **SOLD OUT**


Penfield Halstad Coat was: $285 **SOLD OUT**

THANK YOU!

We would like to take a moment to say a very big THANK YOU to all of our customers, friends and supporters who helped make 2008 an amazing year at Alter.

We have loved every minute of it and hope you enjoyed shopping at both shops this year. 2009 will be just as great as 2008! We will be bringing even more interesting designers and fashions to Greenpoint with the up and coming Spring season and beyond.

Now back to business....

Hard to believe, but our Spring goods start shipping in about a month! This means SALE TIME!
Over the next 4 weeks you will find unbeatable sale prices on the remainder of our Fall/Winter collections.

Almost everything in the store/s is on Sale from at least 25%, up to 70% OFF!
Most items have been double markdown as of today!

We will post details of a few marked down items, but for the most part, the Sale merchandise is going to sell before we can get it on the blog.

Meanwhile check out our older posts, we have been updating the sale prices in RED!

Happy New Year!

We at ALTER wish you all a very happy 2009!



New Years Eve is all about ringing in the new year with some good friends, good bubbly and of course a great look. Dress it up people! Here is what we put together to help you achieve an ultimate New Years Eve outfit.


Black is always right.
from left to right:

Vintage Dress with asymmetric hem- $85.00
Multi Chain necklace by Joe Ferucci- $96.00
Melissa Neon II Yellow pumps- originally $99 now $79.00

Rojas pleated A-line dress- originally $130, now $78.00
Vintage beaded belt- $38.00
Melissa Neon II Black pumps- originally $99, now $79.00

Vintage wrap dress with star burst- $85.00
Kill City Shrug/Scarf - $65.00
Vintage Suede pumps with bow detail in black originally $65.00 now $39.00



Gentleman you too can look dapper with these pieces
left to right:

Prophetic one button blazer in blue/grey originally $148 now $99.00
Takel Clearwater shirt in white/blue stripe originally $75 now $49.00
Vintage bow tie in navy $38.00

Stiska Starburst shirt in grey $95.00
Kill City Governor Vest in grey originally $78.00 now $55.00
Vintage black tie with silver glitter polka dots- $28.00

Super Sale

We are back from X-mas break and are  slashing prices even further on marked down items as well as adding new items to the sale racks. (yes I said racks, plural) Almost the entire shops is on sale and its your time to save big time.  Stay tuned to the blog for featured sale items or just come in and see it for yourself. 

LAST DAY TO SHOP.

Its X-MAS EVE, EVE and we are opened till 9 tonight to help you get those last minute gifts..

We hope you all have a very Happy Holiday!

If your looking for an awsome jacket for your boyfriend, brother, dad, best friend we just got a restock TODAY of the Spiewak 1912 Jacket

Spiewak, 1912 Coller Jacket in Hickory- $155.00**SOLD OUT**

A gorgeous moleskin cotton fabric with Thinsulate lining will keep him warm and looking very dapper.

Detail**SOLD OUT**

A zipper closure underneath the button closure will help keep the wind away.

ALTER THIS CHRISTMAS

ARE YOU THINKING WHAT I'M THINKING?

WHERE DID DECEMBER GO!?

I HAVE HOW MANY DAYS LEFT TO SHOP!?

(NOTE TO SELF: SEE ALTER HOLIDAY HOURS ON THE LEFT)

GREETINGS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM ALTER!

In hopes of finding something clever to kick off our big "holiday" blog post with, I google-image searched the word "Christmas" and this image (above) was on the very first page. I could not believe it. I have dreamt of having an upside down Christmas tree at Alter for years now, and there it was. A Christmas miracle.

There is a whole story on "unusual Christmas trees" via neatorama.com. It will get you in the holiday spirit immediately (the bookcase/book tree is my favorite).

Now, what the hell are you going to get everyone for christmas!?

We could not decide on a "top ten, his/her, expensive/cheap, boyfriend/co-worker" gift list, so We simply walked around both stores and took some shots of a few easy gift items, which....

A) you can afford.

B) are unique and stylish.

C) do not take batteries or require assembly.

...and most importantly: You can shop at a cute, uncrowded, independently-owned boutique just minutes from Manhattan. A store with no long lines, no gross music and no frumpy sales people to take away your holiday cheer. A place like Alter.

(SHIPPING: Yes we can ship via UPS to you, just give us a ring at the store: 718-349-0203. We can even ship it to Manhattan if You can't get over here!)

Keep in mind, we still have TONS of clothing in the stores, and quite a bit of it is ON SALE! UP TO 60% OFF. Get a little something for yourself while you're at it!

Here We go....

1) We have lots of cute jewelry, complete with Alter gift boxes.

Pictured here: $18.00-$65.00

2) These "jK" glamourous/fingerless gloves are adorable, and made in Brooklyn. Girls are going crazy for them! $24.00/$28.00

3) The perfect carry all bag! Good for guys, good for girls.

A super functional, one size fits all accessory.

Black or Olive Green: $45.00

4) Skinny Vintage Neckties: He'll love it! $28.00

5) US Rags recycled "Bank Coin Bag" Totes. Cheap & Chic!

Was: $45.00 **SOLD OUT**

6) I had to throw in the quintessential Alter Hanger Necklaces!

Sterling Silver or Oxidized Sterling Silver: $85.00

7) STUNNIN' STERLING!

8) Maxx & Unicorn bi-fold wallets, also made in Brooklyn!

In green, white or grey kidskin leather: **SOLD OUT**

9) One of our all time favorites here at Alter.

The classic Brown Leather Bi-Fold wallet from Maxx & Unicorn:
http://shop.alterbrooklyn.com/men/accessories/wallets.html

10) Laser cut charm necklaces from Alex & Chloe.

Plastic glamour! Gold Acrylic: $55.00 - $65.00 **SOLD OUT**

11) Men's rings and cuff links from Ann Arden McDonald. We have a nice selection of women's rings from this artist you can see here. Rings: $75.00, Bird Stamp Cuff Links: $100.00

**SOLD OUT**

12) SPITFIRE Sunglasses! Uni-sexy eyewear.

Comes with nice protective carrying case. All Styles:**SOLD OUT**

13) Every man should have a nice pair of sunglasses. These beauties from Initium Eyewear just went on SALE - 40% off original price! See better details shots here. Was: $120 - $250 NOW ON SALE: $75.00 - $150.00

14) Adjustable jersey & mesh trucker hats from SanDiego Hat Co.

Was: $24.oo **SOLD OUT**

and last but not least...

15) Beautiful handmade leather belts. We sell these belts in both men's and women's stores. Everyone loves them! Various sizes, All colors: $35.00

So that gives you 15 ideas.

We didn't even get into scarves, clothing, shoes... the list of options goes on!

... and if you don't find what you're looking for at Alter, you may want to check out some of or neighbors here on Franklin Street. According to NY Magazine, we are an "Alterna-SoHo" for shopping.

"While the rest of the city scurries up and down Broadway or crams into tiny storefronts on smith street, these micro-shopping districts remain blissfully unpicked-over."

- NY Magazine