12.23.2009

END OF THE DECADE SALE: Women's Edition

Here is a sample of what has been marked down for Women. Many more items in store at savings of 30 - 50% off!


Preloved Serena Dress: Was $195.00, Now $156.00
Reconstructed from wool trousers. We have an assortment of colors and sizes, all one of a kind.


Matt & Nat Santogold Bag, Black: Was $185.00, Now $139.00
Vegan bag made out of Japanese Paper, two handle options.


Melissa by Vivienne Westwood: Was $160.00, Now $109.00
Plastic dreams! Still a few pair left in Brown.



Preloved Rainbow Tank: Was $109.00, Now $78.00
Reconstructed from vintage sweaters mixed with nylon track pant material for ruffle.
We have an assortment of sizes and colors. All one of a kind.


Preloved Quinn Skirt, Grey: Was $159.00, Now $89.00
Reconstructed from vintage wool pants.


Matt & Nat Werner Bag, Black: Was $239.00, Now $179.00
Vegan bag made from Japanese paper.


Matt & Nat Tosca Wallet, Black: Was $100.00, Now $69.00 -Only One Left!-
Another vegan item made from Japanese paper, compartments galore.



Kill City Lace Print Blazer, Charcoal: Was $105.00, Now $69.00
A tailored fit blazer with subtle lace print.



Matt & Nat BRMC bag in charcoal/ black: Was $195.00, now $159.00
The felt-like exterior is composed of recycled bottles!


Kill City Ruffle Shirt in red/navy: Was $95.00, Now $69.00
Tailored shirt with unique ruffle detail.



Kill City Ruffle Shirt in black/white: Was $95.00, Now $69.00



Spiewak Everett Coat in Olive: Was $175.00, Now $129.00
Thinsulate lined coat with a slight waxy exterior.


Sam Edelman Maddie Boot: Was $145.00, Now $115.00




Cheap Monday Bag Lady Dress in black: was $ 70.00, now $45.00



Cheap Monday Audrey Coat in black $160.00, now $112.00


Mat & Nat Hendrix bag in black $205.00, now $159.00



80%/20% Ruby Boot in black: was $99.00, now $75.00

ONE SIZE FITS ALL: The Alter Gift Certificate




Still looking for a gift? Boys and Girls of all ages would appreciate an Alter gift certificate. We can make it for ANY amount you want!

12.21.2009

Featured: Vintage Bow Ties on Homoneurotic.com


Homoneurotic.com did a story on dressing for New Years Eve, featuring Vintage bow ties from Alter! Check it out HERE.



Vintage Bow Ties, perfect for a holiday affair $30.00.

500TH POST: "HIGH WINDOW DRAMA"




www.ALTERBROOKLYN.com 500TH POST!



Retail/Fashion blog Racked.com featured a photo from our blog tonight, with the description "High window drama via Alter". The photo was taken during the snow storm Saturday night by our neighbor Steve May, and features the Snow Queen in our window!



The dress was created for our holiday window display by Alter co-owner Roy Caires. It is made up of four vintage dresses (draped and pinned, not cut) and lightweight packing paper.

Norwalk Boots back in Stock

OTBT Norwalk in Brown Suede $159.00
These coveted OTBT boots are back in stock! They arrived just in time for gift-ing yourself.

OTBT Norwalk in black suede $159.00
View more detail shots from the original post

Photo: Snow Queen at Night by Steve May



Thanks to Steve May who sent us this moody photo of our Snow Queen-inspired window display, which he shot during the snowstorm Saturday night. She really worked her magic with the foot of snow we had the next morning!

12.20.2009

SNOW: 12.19.09




Intersection of Franklin Street & Greenpoint Ave.

12.17.2009

Tough Glove: Fingerless Gloves by jK Accessories


These one-of-a-kind, hand studded/beaded/jeweled fingerless gloves by jK are made right here in Brooklyn and are available at Alter this holiday season! All gloves are "one size fits all" and cost $24.00. Come grab some before they're gone- they make excellent gifts!

Alter Men's Store: ON SALE



END OF THE DECADE MEN'S SALE AT ALTER!


SAYING GOODBYE TO 2009 WITH MARKDOWNS OF 25% TO 50% OFF ON MEN'S CLOTHING FROM CHEAP MONDAY, KILL CITY, COMUNE, SMOOTH COMPANY, STANDARD ISSUE, AND MORE...


HERE ARE SOME HIGHLIGHTS:



Smooth Co. Humboldt Cardigan, Ice: Was $145.00, Now $99.00
Available in sizes Small and Medium only.

Smooth Co. Cruz Flannel, Gold/Black: Was$89.00, Now $65.00
Available in sizes Small, Medium and Large.
Smooth Co. Cruz Flannel, Grey/Black: Was$89.00, Now $65.00
Available in sizes Small, Medium, Large and XL.



Comune Kingsley Trench Coat, Black: Was $155.00, Now $109.00
Available in sizes Small, Medium and Large.

Comune Townsend Jacket, Black/Grey: Was $145.00, Now $99.00
Available in sizes Small, Medium and Large.

Kill City Brushed Twill Western Shirt, White/Navy: Was $90.00, Now $55.00
Available in size Large only.


Kill City Washed Leather Bomber Jacket, Black: Was $390.00, Now SOLD OUT
Available in sizes Small and Medium only.


Standard Issue Grant Cardigan, Black/Charcoal Stripe: Was $78.00, Now $49.00
Available in sizes Small, Medium, Large and XL.



Standard Issue Ike Shirt, Black: Was $58.00, Now $39.00
Available in sizes Medium, Large and XL.
Standard Issue Ike Shirt, Charcoal: Was $58.00, Now $39.00
Available in sizes Small, Medium, Large and XL.



Cheap Monday Studio Jacket, Black: Was $175.00, Now $129.00
Available in sizes Small and Large only.


Cheap Monday Mod Dress Pant, Black: Was $95.00, Now $59.00
Available in sizes Small and Large only.


Cheap Monday Paul Shirt, Red: Was $75.00, Now $49.00
Available in size Large Only.


Cheap Monday Paul Shirt, Green: Was $75.00, Now $49.00
Available in sizes Medium and Large Only.



Cheap Monday Loose Flannel Shirt, Ocean/Black: Was $55.00, Now $39.00
Available in sizes Medium, Large and XL only.



Cheap Monday Time Turtleneck, Wine Stripe: Was $85.00, Now $49.00
Available in ALL sizes XS to XL.


Cheap Monday Time Turtleneck, Black: Was $85.00, Now $49.00
Available in ALL sizes XS to XL.



Cheap Monday Leonard Blazer/Jacket, Grey: Was $130.00, Now $99.00
Available in sizes Medium, Large, and XL.


Cheap Monday Loose Shirt, Grey/White: Was $50.00, Now $29.00
Available in sizes Large and XL only.


Cheap Monday Avon Sweater, Brown Melange: Was $85.00, Now $59.00
Available in sizes XS, Small, Medium and Large!

Krush Zip Pocket Checked Shirt, Blue/WHite: Was $75.00 Now $49.00
Available in sizes Small, Medium and XL.


Krush Blaze-Dyed Flannel Shirt, Blue: Was $89.00, Now SOLD OUT
Available in sizes Small, Medium and Large.

12.16.2009

Gift Idea: Cuffs & Gloves for Her: One Size Fits All!

We have a great selection of leather studded bracelets & cuffs for holiday ranging in price from $25.00 to $45.00.

Above: Leather wrap cuffs and studded bracelets, $25.oo to $45.00.


..and these vintage inspired ladies gloves from Cheap Monday, only $25.00/pair.

Gift Idea: Holiday Stockings by Preloved


Preloved Holiday Stockings, all one-of-a-kind! $25.00 each.
Adorable stockings from the new Preloved at Home collection, made from recycled vintage materials! Unique, decorative and very well priced.

Gift Idea: Maxx & Unicorn Wallets

Maxx & Unicorn Card Holders are available in Red, Teal, Black and Brown, $55.00 each.
These card holders are perfect for carrying business cards, or even used in place of a wallet. Card holder can fit at least 2 or 3 credit cards and cash.

Maxx & Unicorn Bi-Fold Leather Wallets in Black or Brown $85.00 each.
These handsome wallets are handmade in Brooklyn and have been a hit at Alter for the last 2 years. Great gift for Boyfriend/Husband, Father or Brother.

Maxx & Unicorn Bi-Fold Leather Wallet, inside view. Room for cash as well as cards on the inside slots.

Gift Idea: HAPPY SOCKS

Happy Socks are great for gifts! $10.00 per pair, Unisex sizing, and we have the perfect gift boxes available to complete the presentation! Plenty of colors and sizes available.

Happy Socks! $10.00

Happy Socks! $10.00

Happy Socks! $10.00

Happy Socks! $10.00

12.15.2009

Gift Idea: Matt & Nat for Her

Matt & Nat Santogold Purse $185.00 ON SALE $139.00
"Black vegan leather handbag with 100% recycled hot pink faux suede lining, tone on tone stitching and antique brass hardware. The Santogold features flap and snap closure and 1 exterior zip pocket on back. Interior features zip, cell phone and PDA pockets. Comes with additional chain to be used as a shoulder strap."
BLACK 14.5" L X 9.5" H


Matt & Nat Werner Bag, $239.00 ON SALE $179.00
"Black vegan leather handbag with 100% recycled grey faux suede lining, tone on tone stitching, antique brass hardware and MATT & NAT logo bar. The Werner features a magnetic snap closure and 1 exterior zip pocket on front. Interior includes zip, cell phone and PDA pockets."
BLACK
18" L X 15.5" H X 6" W

* Product descriptions courtesy of the Matt & Nat website

12.11.2009

Gift Idea: GREENPOINT TEE'S



Alter's Greenpoint T-Shirts are back in stock! Available in Men's and Women's sizes, Black or Athletic Grey. $30.00 Each.