Flirt Brooklyn

Custom Skirt-tificates 20% off this weekend at Flirt!

2011-02-12T09:39:00.006-05:00

So everyone is running around trying to find that perfect Valentine's Day gift. But ask yourself this: if everyone is running around to the same places this weekend don't you think everyone is picking up the same "special" gift for that special someone? How special is that, really? Well we have a solution to that:

Let her design her own Valentine's gift!

At Flirt we offer a Skirt-tificate which entitles the bearer to our Custom Skirt service. What comes with this service, you ask? Well let me tell you! After throwing her hands up in frustration for the 100th time yelling, "why doesn't anyone make anything that fits?" she can march herself over to Flirt in Park Slope, sit down in our comfy chair with a book of fabric swatches on her lap, and leisurely scan her choices. After finding the fabric she loves she can then try on samples of our 7 different skirt styles, pick her size, make any (minor) alterations to the fit (more elaborate changes can be discussed but may incur an additional charge) and, after confirming with one of our lovely salesladies that she is satisfied, 2 weeks later she will have her skirt in hand. Custom made for her, here in our Brooklyn-based Home Ec studio, by hand.

Now, to make it even easier for you to make this decision we are sweetening the deal by offering 20% off this service this weekend only. That means Saturday and Sunday. So don't miss out. And if you can't make it to Flirt just call us at 718-783-0364 or email flirtbrooklyn@earthlink.net and we'll hook you up!

New Vinyl Bags by Espe

2011-02-09T23:14:00.017-05:00

Everyone's favorite bags have started arriving for spring! In addition to the best-selling "Groovi" this season we have also stocked some smart-looking messenger styles-fun for a girl or a boy.

Stop by Flirt to check them out in person or, if you are far away and longing for a Flirt-fix, get yours online!

From Top:
The Trace in Green
The Dude in Grey
The Wes in Brown
The Groovi in Blue
The Trace in Black

Flirt Skirts from McCall's Pattern Company

2011-02-07T21:39:00.006-05:00

Last year we were approached by McCall's Pattern Company to create a skirt pattern for their new Generation Next line of patterns. Generation Next is McCall's line of patterns featuring young independent designers and we are so flattered to be included. I mean, McCall's! How awesome is that??

The pattern has finally arrived and we are so excited. Based on our Flirt Aline skirt pattern there are 3 variations so now you can make your own Flirt Skirts at home. And if you don't feel like you are ready to tackle the pattern on your own you can always sign up for our Flirt Skirt class and we'll walk you through it step-by-step. Also be on the lookout this Fall for a brand new jacket pattern by Flirt for McCall's.

To purchase your copy click here or stop by Flirt to pick one up!

New Skirts In This Weekend!!!

2010-11-12T09:36:00.009-05:00

We know a lot of you have snap skirts! You wear them all the time. You love them on thin days and not so thin days (that's what is so great about that adjustable waistband!). You love the way you can just throw them on with pretty much anything and step out in style while being as comfortable as possible.

Well we have something NEW for you!!!

Say hello to the newest member of the Flirt Skirt family: The Circle Snap Skirt

This fabric is totally amazing and we don't have a lot of it so "snap it up" while you can. We know you may not think of this pale purple as a cold weather color but we ask you: why does dreary weather mean dreary colors? Pair this baby with some opaque tights and your favorite boots!

Want to get the best bang for your buck? How about the Reversible Circle Snap Skirt? Limited edition (we won't be making many that pull double duty like this!)

One side gorgeous silk cabbage flowers. The other a luxurious gold poly satin. Not just adjustable as all our snap skirts are but also two skirts in one! In this day and age what more could you ask for?!?

Also new this week: our mini snap skirt in plaid and faux fur! These are amazing and soooo easy. Love to wear leggings but not really into showing too much tush? Throw one of these over leggings with a simple tee, cardigan, and a great cluster necklace and you got yourself a great look!

Stop by either Flirt in Brooklyn or Apt. 141 in Manhattan to check out these new designs. Call 718-783-0364 for details!

Skirt Making Workshop This Saturday

2010-11-04T09:43:00.002-04:00

Feeling crafty? Feeling like you want to hone your creative skills so maybe you can make some of your holiday gifts instead of buying them? Well why not start by making yourself a little something to usher in the cool weather?

Check out our Flirt Skirt workshop this Saturday!

Hope to see you there!

Great New Wallets from Espe

2010-11-03T17:14:00.004-04:00

These bright, vinyl wallets by Canadian-based company Espe are some of our most popular and well-loved items. Makes a great gift for just about anyone on your list this holiday season but priced just right to gift it to yourself, too!

Wallets range in price from $26-$34.

Stop by Flirt or Apt. 141 to pick up these great wallets! Or you can shop online!

Fall Snap Skirts!

2010-10-29T10:03:00.010-04:00

After a brief hiatus from clothing production (baby-having, book writing, etc) Flirt's clothing line is BACK in full force! Keep your eyes peeled for regularly appearing new designs. Our first offering? A variety of snap skirts perfect for throwing over leggings and tights in the (finally) cool weather!!

For those of you that may be unfamiliar our Snap Skirts are our most popular skirt style! Adjustable at the waist using a set of snaps these skirts are fantastic for everyone. Once you get your hands on one you realize you wish all your skirts had an adjustable waistband. And because they adjust from size 2 to 10 they are great for that unavoidable winter weight, large holiday meals, and pregnant tummies!

Pictured above: Aline snap skirt in army green denim, Box Pleat snap skirt in black metallic denim, Box Pleat snap skirt in chocolate metallic.

Available at both our Brooklyn and Manhattan locations. Call for details: 718-783-0364 or to buy online click here!

Overstock Sale This Saturday

2010-10-28T19:36:00.003-04:00

For those of you who have been there you know about the Home Ec Super Overstock Sale.

For those of you who haven't been there. . . get there!!

Shoes and Boots starting at $10

Coats, jackets, and sweaters starting at $20

Jeans, skirts, and blouses starting at $20

This Saturday 12-5pm

303 3rd Avenue between Carroll and 1st Street Brooklyn

718-852-2889

This Weekend's Sales

2010-10-28T18:36:00.009-04:00

Weekend Sales!!

Stop by either of our shops to take advantage of these weekend deals!!

20% off all Ozone Socks!!

These fabulous socks make perfect gifts this holiday season and are good for almost anyone from the fashionista to the comfort seeker! Stop by to snap up some for that someone special on your list or have a few onhand for that unexpected gift exchange!

Assorted styles ankle and knee high $14-$25

Wendy Wrap Dress by 3Free 15% Off

You can never have too many 3 Free dresses in your closet and if you are only going to have one this might be it! The Wendy wrap is flattering on almost any shape and works well dressed up or down. Stop by this weekend to take advantage of 15% off fall versions of this must have dress!

Stop by either location to take advantage of these great deals!

Flirt in Brooklyn: 93 5th Avenue between Prospect and Park Place

Apartment 141 in Manhattan: 141 E. 13th Street between 3rd and 4th Avenue

New This Week At Flirt!

2010-10-28T15:03:00.010-04:00

Despite the unseasonably warm week (what is going on out there?) we're still extremely excited about all the luscious fall weather fashion that has been arriving at Flirt! We figure the anticipation of cold weather will make these gems even more exciting to pull out of your closet when the temperature drops. I just hope we don't go straight to winter!!! I need a little bit of that crisp, boots-sweater-scarf weather first!

Jewel-Toned Sweater Coats

What better way to step out in style than with a statement piece like this one? You really don't need much else except possibly a great pair of boots and a little something to keep your head warm (earmuffs, you ask? Stay tuned for those next week!) 100% wool this fantastic sweater coat will keep you toasty while guaranteeing that no one will be able to take their eyes off you!

Pictured here in plum but also available in blood orange.

New Vinyl Bags by Espe

Every season we get a shipment of these babies in and they never last long. By the time we hit up the company for reorders they are all sold out so make sure you hustle over to Flirt this weekend to get first look or you might be out of luck! Especially popular? The Groovi convertible bag. You can wear it 4 different ways and they all look fabulous!

The Groovi in black, the Scene in red, and the Crave in brown.

Stop by either of our shops to check these new styles out or call for more information (718)783-0364.

Cold Weather Coats!

2010-10-23T08:46:00.009-04:00

It's that time of year when you go to your closet only to realize that you can't stand any of the coats you have. You didn't realize at the end of last winter exactly how grubby they had gotten! You could make a trip to the dry cleaner but . . . . you could also get yourself a new coat. Far more fun!

Stop by this weekend to check out our new winter coats by Nick and Mo! Beautiful details, great price, and practically begging to be paired with a brightly colored, hand knitted scarf!

Pictured top to bottom: Nick and Mo Plaid Coat, Brandy Coat, and Lauren Coat

Weekend Sales in Brooklyn and Manhattan!

2010-10-22T09:49:00.018-04:00

Weekend Sale!!

Saturday and Sunday Only

This weekend we have 2 sales for you to check out while strolling through the city! Just mention this blog post when you check out and recieve 15% off the following items:

15% off All Jeffrey Campbell Shoes and Boots

not including already marked down styles
(Shoes and boots currently only available at our Park Slope location)

Pictured above: All Ruffle Boot and Cove Platform

15% off 3Free Fall Fiona Dresses

not including already marked down styles

Stop by either our Park Slope or Manhattan locations to take advantage of these special

weekend deals!!

Flirt

Park Slope

93 Fifth Avenue
between Prospect and Park

718-783-0364

Apartment 141

Manhattan

141 E. 13th Street

between 3rd and 4th Avenue

212-982-4227

New Designs by Applecart!

2010-10-21T11:27:00.015-04:00

Emily Geanacopoulos of Applecart has arrived this fall bearing what may be her best harvest yet! A delicious offering of crisp, yummy dresses and tops, somewhat sweet but also a little tart, guaranteed to compliment all your prized fall boots, cardigans, and scarves. Her pieces are handmade here in Brooklyn at our own Home Ec studios and all are limited edition so get yourselves to one of our shops before they get all gobbled up! You don't want to be the last one to this applecart!

Pictured left to right:

The Anita Dress $128., The Factory Girl $136., The Rhonda Dress $128., Marianne Top Fushia $68., Marianne Top Blue $68.

Call for availability

718-783-0364

Applecart is available at:

Flirt 93 5th Avenue in Park Slope, Brooklyn
and

Apartment 141 at 141 E. 13th Street in Manhattan

Beautiful Fall Sweaters by Wooden Ships

2010-09-29T18:58:00.013-04:00

It's getting to be sweater time again and at Flirt that means sweaters from Wooden Ships. Those colorful, lightweight, handmade sweaters that are simple enough to work their way into your everyday wardrobe but funky enough that they aren't just another cardigan. (Pictured left is the Ruana Cowl Neck pullover in Emerald $64.)

Owned by husband and wife team Mark Donovan and Paola Buendia these sweaters are handmade in their factory located in Bali. To read more about this creative company check out: http://wooden-ships.com/companyinfo-new.html

There is a wide range of colors available! Swing by Flirt and pick up a few of these cozy numbers for fall! You'll be happy you did!

Pictured above left to right:

Allie Cardigan $76., Phillipa Vest $76 , and Estella Cardigan $62.

Fall Shoes Are Arriving At Flirt

2010-09-29T13:41:00.017-04:00

We just received our first shipment of fall shoes from Jeffrey Campbell and are we in love! It's booties and kitten heels everywhere this season and we are not immune to the trends. We love the thought of the Way Out cut-out with bright blue tights and the studded Dino bootie with a pair of pencil leggings. And this is just the beginning of fall my dear flirty friends so keep your eyes open for more fantastic boots and shoes coming in the next few weeks!

Pictured left is the Way Out by Jeffrey Campbell $119. Black suede kitten heel with cut-out.

Pictured right is the Dino by Jeffrey Campbell. $146. Super sexy 70's style studded bootie.

Also check out our fantastic assortment of leggings and tights by Hue in bright bold colors, metallics, and sequins. Yes, I said sequins!! Fall has arrived!!

Alternative Apparel Has Arrived!!

2010-01-12T16:38:00.007-05:00

The softest most comfortable tees around are here!

Check Out These New Spring Basics!!

Every year we await the arrival of what will be our new go-to tee of the season. I think, for myself, this year will be the Mama Cass burnout (top right corner). It's light-weight and full of volume and has a really great pocket detail. Although I'm also very into the Acid Washed Beater Tank (bottom center). I might just have to layer them.

For fresh and new my favorite of all is the Molly Cropped Tee (center, center). Now, I know what you're thinking. No way in hell am I wearing a belly shirt. Don't worry, this isn't the 90's, no one is expecting you to pull a Rachel Green and bare your midriff. Check out how we styled it above, though: layered over a long tank with jeans it looks very cool and modern. I'd even add a vest to the look with some layered necklaces.

All tees range in price from $18-$38.

New Bags From Espe for Fall!

2009-09-24T17:14:00.012-04:00

Why do fall bags have to be about black and brown?

We don't think they do! There is no reason that you can't bring color right into fall and winter. For one thing, bright colors look fabulous with a dark jacket and by busting out of the box you'll be that noticeable flash of brightness in an otherwise dingy landscape of monochromatic carryalls.

Groovi in Purple $62
Adore in Bright Blue $62
Magic in Golden Yellow $58

Call Flirt for more details 718.783.0364

SamoyLenko Fall 2009 has arrived!

2009-09-21T14:29:00.013-04:00

This is quite possibly the most beautiful vest we've ever seen. . .

Really. . . .

And we've seen a lot of beautiful vests. . . .

If there is one, perfect, layering piece for fall this is it.

This lightweight and textured wool vest is 1 part halter, 1 part wrap, and 10 parts cool. It pulls over your head, snaps snug at the back and ties in the front. A multi-striped lining adds to the appeal. It's a real beauty.

Ouidine Vest by Samoy Lenko $178.

SamoyLenko's signature wrap skirt is especially delicious this year in soft, textured wool with a jersey lurex. This beautifully conceived wrap skirt differs from the rest with a series of panels that gives the skirt an elegant drape. Incredibley versatile it can be worn at the hips or at the waist.

Collette Wrap Skirt $138

This cowl scarf is both a scarf and a hood and also doubles as a fantastic accessory for this transitional weather. While the weather is still fairly warm throw it on in the evening with a scoop neck tee, jeans, and a great pair of boots. Once the weather really turns cold you can layer it under your coat and pull it up over your ears when the wind really starts to bring the chill. As pictured and also available in beige and grey jacquard.

Cowl Scarf $50

Call Flirt for details at 718.783.0364

Tall, tall boots for a cool, cool fall!

2009-09-21T09:58:00.011-04:00

The Wishlist

The name says it all! This is the boot you want just about everyday of your life. Chic, sexy, walkable, a little rough around the edges. Great with skinny jeans, leggings, skirts, and dresses. Once you try these they'll be on your wishlist!

The Wishlist by Jeffrey Campbell $249

Rilla

Both masculine in it's amped up Doc Martens appeal but decidedly feminine with a 3" heel this knee high boot has a little bit of every trend this year without going overboard.

The Rilla by Jeffrey Campbell $249

Questions about these boots? Give us a call! 718.783.0364

Trashy Diva Strikes Again!!

2009-09-17T16:11:00.000-04:00

Do you know about The Diva?

For those of you who do you know how exciting this news is!!

For those of you who are as-of-yet-unaware of the awesome nature of a Trashy Diva dress you should hesitate no longer and get yourself to Flirt! Just slipping into one of these fabulous, vintage-inspired dresses can change how you feel in an instant. The Diva makes a vixen out of all of us. Meant for women with curves, a Trashy Diva dress hugs you in all the right places (and doesn't hug you in all the right places, too, if you know what I mean).

This season we are carrying both their delicious silks dresses and their new, less expensive, stretch cotton and rayon jersey designs.

From left to right:

Jenny 3/4 Sleeve Jersey Dress in Black $150

Annabelle Silk Dress in Retro Floral $253.

Ingrid Dress in Cinnibar $253

Audrey Pencil Dress in Black $109

Cheap and Fun Sewing Workshops At Home Ec!!!

2009-09-16T16:41:00.013-04:00

Looking for some great projects for the upcoming holiday season?

Want to learn to sew but don't have the time to commit to in depth classes?

We hear you and so we've introduced a number of quick and inexpensive workshops for the fall!!

Check out these 6 workshops all $50 and under and all lasting no more than 2 hours!! Wow!!

Holiday Stocking Class $25

Fabulous Fleecy Sock Workshop $25

Dishsoap Apron Workshop $25

Sew Your Own Tshirt Workshop $50

Patternmaking Workshop: Skirt $50

Patternmaking Workshop: Tshirt $50

Cal Patch is Back, Baby!!!!!

2009-09-10T19:53:00.002-04:00

The amazing, talented, and beautiful Cal Patch of Hodge Podge Farm will be teaching her Tshirt Patternmaking Workshop This Sunday at Home Ec and it's only 50 bananas!!

There are still spaces available but they go fast so sign up today!

Tshirt Patternmaking Class $50 Sunday September 20th 2-4:30pm

Time for Tights!!

2009-09-10T18:58:00.012-04:00

The smell of fall in the air today got me all mixed up! I'm sad that summer is taking leave of us but that crispness got me all giddy inside. Time for boots and colorful twisty scarves. Hats perched on the backs of heads and hands tightly grasping hot coffee cups to stay warm. Oh, and tights! Are tights not the best fall accessory? If you don't think so feel free to argue with me in the comments section but nothing takes the most drab of outfits and turns it around like fabulous legwear!

We just got a HUGE shipment of tights from Hue and we are drooling! Stop by Flirt this weekend to stock up!

2009-08-31T12:45:00.002-04:00

Exciting news at Flirt this week!!!

We've got some recession specials posted on our website and they were featured on WNBC's Today in New York!! Check out Patti, Seryn, Emily and Cecilia hard at work at Home Ec! Also, if you happen to take a taxi in NYC this week keep your eyes on the taxi tv. You might just see us there too!!

To check out the specials for yourself click HERE

http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video

Jeffrey Campbell Fall Preview

2009-08-27T15:20:00.017-04:00

"Patricia" $116
Why hello Patricia you mustardy-yellowy really-match-nothing-yet-somehow-go-with-everything little darling. I love you and think you must be mine to wear with purple tights or seamed stockings this fall. Perfect sized heel is great for city walking and everything about this shoe shrieks naughty librarian!!!

"July 2" $116

This daring and dressy wedge has a luscious suede upper with criss-crossing elastic straps down the front. Oh, and did we mention how beautiful the color is? That it is the most vibrant of purples? The zipper at the heel makes them easy to pull on as you dash out the door!

"Act 2" $143

The follow up to last year's runaway hit "Act" we now present "Act 2". In keeping with the flat bootie look that so intoxicated us all last season JC has once again presented us with the perfect answer to all our skinny jean needs.

"Atlantic" $116
The heel a perfect height, the leather a burnished vintage. Simple enough for work, interesting enough to make you feel like it's not just another brown shoe. A very versatile pump that you can wear day and night.

"Between" $116
We all need a little flat to just slip on. This one has that very early fall, autumn leaves, chunky sweater, plaid skirt feel, don't you think?

"Tiempo" $176
Rising just above the ankle, this hot little bootie looks great matched with brightly colored tights. Slim straps cross over and are fastened with oval pewter buckles for a stylish urban look. The rounded toe and prominent grain add a fashionable touch.

New Dresses from Vava by Joy Han

2009-08-19T18:45:00.013-04:00

This is Emily Geanacopoulos, our beautiful seamstress/designer of Applecart bags/shopmaster and now model pictured here in Voom's spin-off line VaVa.

We've carried Voom for years so, imagine our delight when we came across VaVa which is priced at about half of what Voom costs! Instead of focusing on the silks Voom is known for VaVa takes the same design elements and fabricates them in cottons, denims, and jersey keeping prices down without sacrificing style.

The Hailey Denim Dress pictured left is $108 and the Grecian Mini Dress pictured right is $89. Call for availability.

Classes & Parties at Home Ec

2009-07-29T15:30:00.029-04:00

As many of you know, Home Ec, our studio space on 3rd Avenue, offers a variety of sewing classes as well as being the place where we make our own clothing line "Flirt" for our boutique on 5th Avenue in Park Slope. But did you know that we also host private parties and group classes? Well then, I suggest you read on...

Recently we held a bridal-shower-quilting-party, where the bride, her family and friends got together to celebrate, hangout and make a quilt. Every guest got their own quilt square to decorate with stitches, applique, buttons and a wide variety of beautiful fabrics to choose from. You don't need any sewing experience for this party; just a lot of imagination and some festive, creative spirit!

Once the cheese plate and the wine supply disappear and everyone has completed a square for the quilt, our Home Ec seamstresses sew it all together and the bride is presented with a beautiful, one-of-a-kind masterpiece: a quilt lovingly made by her friends and family.

In other, educational news, we have been hosting groups of teens for week long sewing camps. Our students learn how to make a cotton tote bag, a custom skirt and then get to use their new found sewing knowledge to develop a small project of their own!

If you are interested in booking a private party or class, you can always email us at flirtbrooklyn(at)earthlink.net or give us a call: 718.852.2889.

To see what sewing classes we currently offer, check out our website for schedules and descriptions.

Select Jeffrey Campbell Shoes are 25% Off

2009-07-22T16:10:00.012-04:00

Mai Tai Flat
This adorable flat has a soft teal leather upper with a rounded toe and elasticized top. Purple and grey ribbon tie into a bow over the top of the foot, complimenting the purple qulit-stitched lining. Sweet and feminine, this shoe will add a colorful and girlish touch paired with jeans.
Originally $98, now $74

Julie
(Available in Natural OR Red)
This surprisingly lightweight wedge sandal has a stacked leather heel with a unique leather upper and peeptoe detail. The buckled ankle strap keeps the foot in place while you stride in classic summer style.
Originally $108, now $81

Andy
The lace up closure and cut-out style of this shoe makes it full of breezy summer style. The flat, open-toe design is made of a beautiful, dark brown leather.
Originally $68, now $51

And don't forget to check out the shoes at our Overstock Sale at Home Ec, where you can find great styles for $60 or less!

Patternmaking 101 Returns!

2009-07-07T18:13:00.011-04:00

One day only!

Patternmaking 101 with Cal Patch is back. The class will be held on Sunday, July 19th from 2 - 4.30pm. And at the going price of $50, this class is bound to fill up fast! Sign up soon and save your spot!

Click here to sign up and to read more about the class!

And as always, feel free to email or call with any questions.

New Dresses by Better Than Jam

2009-06-19T14:43:00.014-04:00

What is Better Than Jam?

Some
might
say
honey. . .

Some
might
say
chocolate. .

Some might say nothing is. . .

These days Better Than Jam is actually one of our favorite new clothing designers who has just slathered Flirt with her take on this summers favorite tshirt dress!

Textile and clothing designer Karin Persan studied art at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Her wonderful layered images create a visual stimulus that is both beautiful and curious combining common objects in a way that makes their silhouettes less obvious at first glance.

"Ohhh it's bagpipes and bicycle wheels!!"

Since she prints her own fabric before making each dress each one becomes it's own unique work of art.

And at $78, that IS Better Than Jam.

New Sewing Workshops Scheduled at Home Ec

2009-06-02T16:57:00.012-04:00

Two new workshops have been added to the ever-changing schedule of sewing classes that we offer at our studio, Home Ec. Take a look:

How to Sew a T-Shirt Workshop
(Taught by Cal Patch)
$50 plus materials
One day only! Sunday, June 14th from 11am - 2pm

Has the thought of sewing knits always intimidated you? Do you think you needed a serger to sew with stretch? Cal will show you that it's easier than you think to make your own knit tops, including several options for finishing necklines.

Skirt Patternmaking Workshop
(Taught by Cal Patch)
$50 plus materials
One day only! Wednesday, June 10th from 6:30 - 8:30pm

This introductory lesson in basic flat pattern techniques will give you the basic skills to draft patterns to fit any body! We will take measurements and make a simple skirt pattern with darts, which can be customized in all sorts of ways to suit your personal style.

Cal Patch is a designer, teacher and the creator of "Hodge Podge Farm", a handmade one-off clothing and accessories line. She is also the author of "Design-it-Yourself Clothes: Patternmaking Simplified", an instructional book on pattern drafting, due out in September of 2009.

You can sign up for these, or any of our classes, through our website or by calling us at 718.852.2889. Home Ec is located at 303 3rd Avenue, between Carroll & 1st Streets in Brooklyn.

Hats, Hats, Hats!

2009-05-28T18:45:00.003-04:00

Soaking in the sun is sooooo 2008.

It's 2009 and time to protect that delicate tissue we all take for granted by shielding it from that wrinkle-inducing star we call the sun. Yes, yes, we love the warmth it brings, but we also recognize it's power and realize that the best way to enjoy it is with a little bit of portable shade. Hats are the finest, and most fashionable, form of protection.

From wide and floppy to short and prim there is a brim for every noggin. We've asked Desiree, our hat model, to provide an overview of Summer Hats '09 available at Flirt Brooklyn, Inc.

Lucky Fish T-Shirts

2009-05-28T14:36:00.009-04:00

New designs from Brooklyn based Lucky Fish have arrived just in time for summer! These multilayered prints can be found on super soft tanks, tunics, wraps, and tees and won't break the bank either. Now isn't that lucky?

New Espe Wallets for Summer

2009-05-26T17:45:00.007-04:00

One of our most popular, unique and practical items here at Flirt, are the wallets from Espe that we carry. With so many fun, vibrant and colorful designs to choose from, its hard not to want to collect them all.
We have a limited amount of styles, sizes, and motifs currently available on our webiste. Be sure to check them out online or at our store!

Jeffrey Campbell & Faryl Robin Summer Sandals

2009-05-09T16:31:00.012-04:00

Summer is fast approaching, and Flirt has got all your summer shoe needs covered. New arrivals from Faryl Robin and Jeffrey Campbell. Call for size availability!

Faryl Robin's "Yetta" $219.
Full of retro style, this platform wedge is made from a soft, black leather with a wooden sole. The strap around the ankle keeps it supported on your foot and the peep-toe detail makes it classic, dramatic and feminine.

Jeffrey Campbell's "Jolyn" $88.
This cute summer sandal has braided and perforated detailing. Made from light brown leather, its the perfect shoe to stroll around the city in.

Faryl Robin's "Wakiko" $198.
This gladiator style flat sandal is made from a metallic bronze leather and features an open toe and open heel design. An adjustable buckle keeps it supported around your ankle and a 100% leather sole will help keep your feet comfortable as you walk along the beach.

Jeffrey Campbell's "Andy" $68.
The lace up closure and cut-out style of this shoe makes it full of breezy summer style. The flat, open-toe design is made of a beautiful, dark brown leather.

Jesse Utt

2009-05-09T12:18:00.011-04:00

As the rain continued to pour down in Brooklyn this week the clouds parted for us at Flirt when Jesse Utt, the prolific designer behind jewelry line Zachary Pryor, stopped by to show us his newest designs.

Jesse has been selling his one-of-kind creations to Flirt for years now. The always popular, and somewhat wicked, hand-painted cuffs and earrings feature images from pop culture, nature, and the wild mind of the artist himself. Many of his urban-inspired necklaces and earrings are made from lost or forgotten vintage jewelery. Just when I'm convinced I've found my favorite piece, he reaches into his box of wares, and I am wowed by another tiny masterpiece!

Jesse began designing accessories after he put his foot through one of his favorite paintings (a depiction of his version of Queen Esther from the Bible and Ganymedes from Greek mythology). Not wanting to lose the most important part of his painting, he fashioned it into a canvas wrist cuff with some jewel snaps. On the subway and on the streets of New York, everyone would ask where he got this cuff and where they could get one. And so, Zachary Pryor, urban inspired accessories was born. Zachary, from the name his mother had wanted him to name him so badly and Pryor, from the maiden name of his most loved relative, with whom he felt a strong soul connection, his grandmother, Queva.

Shrinky Dink Jewelry by Alianna Jacqua

2009-04-29T19:11:00.013-04:00

So, I admit it! I am having a hard time getting over the swooping bird imagery. It's out there, everyone's doing it, and still I am smitten. Show me a bird in flight and I'm over the moon. So when designer Alianna Jaqua strolled into Flirt the other day with this pendant, needless to say, I was in love. I wish I could have gotten a better shot of the white one (below) because it is awesome and pure white and is the perfect thing to wear with a simple tank dress on the hottest of days.

She makes them from shrink plastic, or, for those of us who remember, the same material used for that favorite childhood past time, Shrinky Dinks! Of course, in my plastic baking days, I never made a Shrinky Dink that looked like that!

Or like these:

Each one is done by hand so each is a one-of-a-kind. Earrings range from $28-$34 and necklaces are $38 and are available at Flirt on 5th Ave!

Home Ec's Overstock Sale Continues!

2009-04-29T19:05:00.001-04:00

When you stroll by the windows at Flirt on 5th Ave do you say, ". . .sigh"? Are the prices ever so slightly out of reach these days? Well, we at Flirt have heard those sighs and are answering them with our Most Awesome Overstock Sale every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12 - 6! So this weekend grab your Gorilla (coffee, that is), turn those feet toward the OTHER side of the street, and stroll down to our studio, Home Ec, on 3rd Avenue. The Gowanus is really where it's at these days, anyway. There you will find great deals on clothing from previous seasons as well as adorable home goods. All clothing related items are $60 or less.

Flirt's Most Awesome Overstock Sale
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 12-6pm
@ Home Ec
303 3rd Avenue
Between 1st and Carroll St.
718-852-2889

Shara Porter Boots and Shoes

2009-04-28T16:28:00.008-04:00

New shoes and boots from Shara Porter just arrived.

Often referred to around Flirt as the "Cinderella Shoes", designer/stylist Shara Porter creates these one-of-a-kind, get-stopped-in-the-street, oh-my-god-where-did-you-get-those-boots by stamping an assortment of beautiful and unusual motifs on a well edited selection of vintage.

Sizes and styles are limited so swing by the shop this weekend and snap yours up.

Who needs Prince Charming when you have Flirt?

Cinderloop Tops

2009-04-22T15:20:00.011-04:00

Cinderloop, is the work of designer Antoinette Indge. Working intuitively, the unusual details she creates are not merely ornamentation, but functional parts of the clothing's structure. They help to define a neckline or shape a bodice. Her intuitive approach results in wearable, versatile pieces with a distinctive personality.
Currently, we have these beautiful tops available in sizes small, medium, and large and in the styles you see above. Click on the photos for a more detailed view.

Swimsuits Have Arrived at Flirt!

2009-04-20T19:30:00.018-04:00

Are you just not a bikini kind of girl? We hear you! If you prefer to leave something to the imagination then do it in style! Stop by Flirt and grab this fantastic vintage inspired swimsuit!

Imagine how fabulous with red platform sandals!

50's Style bathing suit. Navy blue with red accents and white adjustable straps.

Sizes XS-L $58.

New Jeffrey Campbell Shoes

2009-04-17T12:36:00.013-04:00

We just got two new styles from one of our favorite shoe designers, Jeffrey Campbell. Check out the photos and then try 'em on yourself at Flirt this weekend!

The "Berry" (left), is trendy but oh-so classic style ankle bootie with a slightly pointed toe. Check out the great details around the seams of this shoe.
Currently, we have it available in sizes 6 - 10, including half sizes too!

The "MM-01" (left) is an open toe sandal with a high wooden sole and heel. An adjustable strap around your ankle will add support and keep you looking stylish! Made from a soft, brown leather and available in sizes 6 - 10.

Melissa Bell Dress 20% Off During April

2009-04-15T18:04:00.008-04:00

Melissa Bell, one of our favorite local designers, has many new exciting spring
and summer dresses in! To start the spring off with a sale, she's marked all of her new stock 20% off for the month of April. If she's a favorite of yours too, you wont want to miss this opportunity!

We LOVE Elsie Q.

2009-04-13T13:58:00.016-04:00

There are a few designers we'd really like to get inside the mind of and top on everyone's list at Flirt is Angela Smith of Elsie Q. We never know what we're going to see when she comes in. She is always full of surprises! Sometimes it's tea towels with grizzly bears or billiard tables, sometimes tshirts with goldfish and googly eyes, and sometimes, when the stars perfectly align, there are Wiener Dogs. . .

Yes, Weiner Dogs. These amazing little guys are lovingly created by Angela from scraps of felt and flannel and you can't look at them without grinning. They are so colorful we couldn't help but put them all over the shop!

Of course Angela isn't limited to the canine variety of handmade delights. No, no, no!!! There are crocheted octopi and knitted teapots, too!

In addition to these adorable creatures Angela produces silkscreened tshirts and home goods, dresses, bags, and much more.

What we love most about Angela is her willingness to infuse everything she makes with a lot of color and a little humor. For more Elsie Q. items stop by Flirt!

Patternmaking 101 with Cal Patch!

2009-04-04T20:23:00.011-04:00

What is your favorite thing in your wardrobe? Mine is this one tshirt that if I could I would wear every day of my life. It fits me perfectly, I love the neckline, the length is perfect. And I only have one. What am I going to do when it wears out, or gets a stain, or (gasp) doesn't fit me anymore? Wouldn't it be amazing to be able to make that tshirt again and again?

Patternmaking 101
Make your own Tshirt Pattern!

In this 2.5 hour introductory workshop you will learn to draft a tshirt pattern that fits YOUR body! This pattern can become the basis for all sorts of tshirt styles to augment your wardrobe!

You will love Cal Patch! She's an amazing teacher! And the class is only $50 so why even hesitate?
Sign up today!

New Samoy Lenko Dresses

2009-04-03T19:11:00.009-04:00

The only thing that could make these dresses more fantastic is the fact that the designer brought them over herself carefully secured in the basket of her bicycle.

Natasha Samoy Lenko has done it again with her Spring '09 collection. This is our first time carrying the 3 strap Tank Dress and we don't expect them to hang around very long. Elasticized empire waist, lined bodice, perfect draped skirt. This dress begs for a cocktail on a hot summer night. Stop by this weekend to try one on before they're gone!

Hotcakes Rings

2009-04-03T17:18:00.010-04:00

New rings from Hotcakes Designs are here. We also have earrings and brooches with many great styles and motifs to choose from.

This photo on the left is just a sampling of the styles you will find when you visit us a Flirt!

Brooklyn Octopus Tank by Albert and Piccolo

2009-04-02T14:18:00.013-04:00

What's the best way to show your Brooklyn pride this Summer?

Brooklyn Octopus Tank by Albert and Piccolo

With this fabulous screenprinted tee by Brooklyn favorite Albert and Piccolo, of course! Cecilia Grimm lovingly creates her illustrations with a sweet and twisted cast of characters who always see to be up to something mischevious.

Each item in her line is screen printed by hand at Home Ec where she also hangs her trapeze for rehearsals as part of the fabulous aerial duo LolloBirgitta To find out information about their upcoming performances send an email request to albertpiccolo@hotmail.com

Stop by Flirt to see even more original illustrations by Albert and Piccolo

Trashy Diva Has Arrived!!!!

2009-03-31T15:53:00.019-04:00

We've all been waiting patiently...and it's been worth the wait! For those of you on the waiting list we'll be giving you a call. For everyone else:

Above:
Allison Dress in Blue Poppies

Left: 1940's Dress in Warm Watercolor
Right: Doris Dress in Cool Watercolor

Oh you devilish Diva, we love you so!! For those of you who don't live near Flirt we'll add links to these dresses on the online store as soon as they are posted.

Patti's Pick Of The Week!

2009-03-30T17:56:00.011-04:00

Before Netflix I used to go to the locally owned video store near my apartment to rent my VHS tapes and I'd always make a beeline for my favorite shelf: Staff Pics of the Week. With so many movies to choose from it was always so helpful to have someone boil it down for me and tell me what they thought was really worth getting and why. Not to mention that the guys and girls behind the counter at the video store really knew what they were talking about and showed me things I would have never picked up on my own. Now that I mention it I feel like I should get back in the habit of visiting my local video store for just this reason.

Anyway. . .

At Flirt, we really do love almost everything but all of us have our preferences and all of us have a different sense of style which draws each of us to covet certain pieces. Because our stock changes so regularly and is often produced in such small quantity we thought we should do our own version of that great video store shelf to draw out those special things you might not get a chance to see. So a couple times a week we'll be having the ladies at Flirt pick a favorite piece to showcase for the blog. Today, Patti not only chose a piece but showed us a few different ways it could be worn. Versatility is key.

The Flirt Ruffle Snap Skirt in Black and White Stripe

Above: Red 1940's Blouse by Trashy Diva,
"Hot Mess" necklace by Zachary Pryor,
Melia Patent Leather Pumps by Jeffrey Campbell

Left: Blue/Black Fold and Stitch Top by Cinderloop,
Silhouette Necklace by Classic Hardware,
WL Boots by Jeffrey Campbell

Right: Mama Cass Tshirt in Eggplant by
Alternative Apparel,
Spirited Dress in White by Neesh,
Necklace by Fiona Kelly,
Boots by Shara Porter

If you'd like more information on any of these pieces stop by Flirt in Park Slope or call us at 718-783-0364!

Flirt Gets Green at the Grand Army Farmer's Market

2009-03-28T14:05:00.016-04:00

So we make clothing. And what happens when you make clothing? You make fabric scraps. Lots and lots of fabric scraps. We don't want to throw them away because, to be honest, it's wasteful and some of them are big enough for small projects but they pile up faster than we can quilt them. So we keep them.

Here is just a fraction of what we wind up with:

Recently Patti did a little research and found that, indeed, there is a place that recycles fabric scraps and it's close by. So this Saturday morning she staggered over to Grand Army Plaza carrying two huge Ikea bags (oh Ikea bags, we love you) filled with scraps and scraps of fabric.

What a relief to get rid of all those little pieces without having to add to any landfills. They not only accept fabric but also clothing, shoes, bedding, linens, hats, handbags, and belts. So if you have clothing, shoes, or fabric you just don't know what to do with lug it over to Grand Army Plaza next Saturday. And we all know what more closet space allows for. . .more clothing, shoes, and fabric, of course.

For more information check out http://www.cenyc.org/clothing

Sewing Classes This Weekend

2009-03-27T15:19:00.009-04:00

As many of you know, Flirt offers a variety of sewing classes at our studio space, Home Ec, located at 303 3rd Avenue.

This weekend, we will be finishing up the final session of our Skirt Making Class and teaching a Build A Bag Workshop. Space is still available for Build A Bag, and sign up is easy through our website. No previous sewing knowledge or experience necessary!

Schedules and class descriptions are available on our website.

New High Waisted Circle Skirts

2009-03-27T14:49:00.027-04:00

Hey, hey ladies! Looking for that nipped in waistline this spring?

Well have we got the skirt for you!

Our High Waisted Circle Skirts have arrived for spring and they are spectacular!! The corseted waistline keeps the skirt in securely in place allowing you to really show us your curves.

Available in teal denim (pictured) or chocolate brown.

What in the world is it?

2009-03-26T23:38:00.010-04:00

Is this not awesome looking? Can you tell us what it is? This has become one of our favorite new toys in the last few weeks! The first person to correctly identify this object will receive a special gift from Flirt! We can't wait to hear what you think!

Remember, we'll need to know who you are so we can contact you if you guess correctly. So if you comment annoymously, please leave a wesbite or email address for us. Thanks and good luck!

New "Sweet Nothings" from In God We Trust

2009-03-26T17:56:00.019-04:00

Many of you are familiar with these naughty little necklaces from Brooklyn based In God We Trust known to those in the know as "Sweet Nothings". Be you sugar and spice or salt and sassafras there is a little brass heart with you written all over it! Classic favorites like Bless This Mess and Balls To The Wall now share display space at Flirt with our new obsessions: Willing and Able and, yes, Stuff My Muff (I can't even type it without smirking). If these seem too tawdry for you there are sweeter Sweet Nothings but interestingly enough it seems most times the naughtier the better.

To find the little brass heart that says it all about you stop by Flirt or check them out online.

We're Back! And Better This Time!

2009-03-26T16:49:00.000-04:00

Hello all you wonderful Flirtsters! If you are here at our blog, if you even bother checking it anymore considering the last time we actually had a post, then you’ve been perusing the website and hopefully hitting up the our new web-boutique. If you want to go to the store click here! There are so many great new things for spring/summer and more to come on an almost daily basis so keep checking back.

So. . . much to tell. So much has been happening in the world of Flirt since last we met so I won’t go into all of it but I’ll give you a rundown of 2008:

Flirt Smith Street, our original store where the dream of retail independence was born, closed in June of this year. Developers were interested in the property and to ensure the sale they wanted to deliver the buildings vacant so it was so-long Flirt, hello empty storefronts for the last 8 months. I can’t tell you how sad it was to take everything off the shelves. We miss Smith Street and our loyal customers terribly. But we often see those familiar faces at Flirt in Park Slope which is really flattering and wonderful!

Classes have continued at Home Ec and we’ve gotten some really great press as a result. Most recently an article in Page Six magazine where Patti and our most awesome seamstress/retail master Emily G. were quoted. Classes are really filling up every weekend and last weekend we had two full Build a Bag Workshops. We just added more sessions of Build a Bag, Flirt Skirt class, and Altered States which is a class conceived by the most awesome of makers Cal Patch where you can learn how to be your own tailor! If you’ve been thinking about picking up sewing now is the time!

And speaking of Home Ec. . . at the end of 2008, right before Christmas, we decided to embark on one of our other dreams of opening a home store a la Flirt with a great mix of contemporary, handmade, vintage, and vintage inspired home goods. We also have fabric and notions and even some amazing furniture. Here’s what it looks like:

Of course, as I’m sure you said to yourself, it might now have been the greatest time to start a new retail adventure. . . especially on 3rd Avenue which is a bit off the beaten path. But we don’t let things go easily and knew we just had to figure out a way to get people through the doors. And what really brings people out of the woodwork? Big, gigantic sales! After almost ten years in business you have a lot of left over stuff. Clothes, shoes, jewelry, bags, hats, tshirts. You name it we’ve probably got it and you know what we do with it when it’s out of season? We store it. So we figured everyone likes a super sale. Why not just have one ongoing. So every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday we do from 12-6pm and it’s been great. So you should check this blog regularly for updates about what’s new not only at Flirt and Flirt online but also at our overstock sale.

So we’re back! And this time I promise updates about new merchandise, classes, and happenings. Trust me!

hodge podge farm: brand spanking new dressmaking class!

2008-10-14T18:31:00.000-04:00

hodge podge farm: brand spanking new dressmaking class!

2007-10-13T20:47:00.000-04:00

New Designs and Knitting Class!!

Knitting class starts this Tuesday night! I'm so excited! I'm taking the class myself. It's being taught by Antoinette Indge, designer of the clothing line Cinderloop (http://www.cinderloop.com/), and master of all things knit. . .knitted. . .I'll go with knit. If you'd like to sign up for the class just go to http://www.flirt-brooklyn.com/ and click on classes. It's 3 Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm.

A couple of new Flirt pieces have hit the racks this week. We have our beautiful silk Kimono tops shown here in the Birds on a Wire print. There is also an awesome multi stripe that you'll have to come to Flirt to check out (or just keep checking the blog until we finally take a picture of it).

There is also the Cropped Kimono Jacket! I love, love, love this jacket. The buttons are fantastic! I'm posting two pics because I want you to see the amazing details that make this such a special piece.
The blue silk lining peeks just-so out of the sleeve and it's a perfect piece for this fall's rising waist lines and will make a great transitional jacket back into spring next year. Gotta think ahead, ladies!

Patti whipped up this really adorable custom snap skirt this week

The black and white polka dots make it perfect!

Also come by to check out all the gorgeous fall knits that are starting to pour into Flirt! Volang, Wooden Ships, and our own Mia Cabana have beautiful hats, scarves, armwarmers and other cozies to wrap yourselves in! We're so glad fall is finally here!!

2007-09-21T14:20:00.001-04:00

Just a few quick things before the weekend. . .

The aforementioned jumpers have arrived!!! Mia will most likely be sporting one for the weekend so stop by and see how absolutely adorable it is in person!!

Also gorgeous new Eva Franco dresses, Shara Porter boots with seahorses, and fall hats by Ume! Everything is beautiful in here right now!!!

Stop by and say hi!

Ok, we're blogging now. . .

2007-09-10T16:46:00.000-04:00

Just a little tease of what our website will look like when our extremely talented friend Alisa finishes her masterpeice!

So I kept hearing everyone and their, "blog this" and "blogger that" and of course avoided the conversation because I never quite knew what it was all about. So here it goes! Flirt's very first blog post. . .awwww!
This was quite a year for Flirt! As many of you probably know we expanded a bit and we've started teaching sewing classes (among other things) at a new space near the Gowanus called Home Ec! To make a long story short I was driving down 3rd Avenue in January and saw a For Rent sign. We'd been looking for a studio but couldn't find anything quite right for the right price. Here's what it looked like when we got here:

And here is what it looks like now:
Home Ec is located at:

303 3rd Avenue between Carroll and 1st Street

Brooklyn, NY 11217

718-852-2889

To see a list of classes go to: http://www.flirt-brooklyn.com/ and click on "classes". That'll give you all the information you need. While you are there sign up for our mailing list!

We recently got a little blurb in Brooklyn's favorite real estate blog brownstoner.com. If you want to check it out go to http://www.brownstoner.com/brownstoner/archives/2007/09/home_ec_cool_ne.php#more

On to clothing!

Fall has fallen upon us and Patti and I are drumming up a few new designs for the cooler days ahead. All of you are familiar with the Snap Skirts; our tried and true adjustable wrap skirts. Well, may I introduce to you:

The Snap Jumper!!!!
Both the skirt and the straps are adjustable making it the most comfortable piece imaginable for this fall!! So cute!!!

Also in the picture is a new version of our Droop Top (that's funny when I type it out like that)! Here's it is on it's own: