Détroit Is The New Black is an enigmatic name for a store. The brainchild of Roslyn Karamoko, a designer who moved to the city a few years back, its title is an ode to Detroit's past and present. The chic space not only showcases her cosmopolitan line of clothing but also highlights Detroit brands such as The Lip Bar, Detroit Rose and, Douglas & Co. You will also find native designers' collection. Besides being a retail spot, it is also a cultural hub with regularly art exhibits, poetry slams, art classes and trunk shows.
Located inside the lobby of the renovated Park Shelton near Wayne University, The Peacock Room offers more than just the latest and greatest trends. Featuring classic tried-and-true designs for women, The Peacock Room has everything you need to dress to impress. You won't find ripped or studded jeans here, no matter how in style they are. Rather you'll find 1920s inspired cloche hats, luxe faux fur coats, modern and vintage jewelry, cashmere scarves, romantic dresses and more. The decor is a whimsical combination of industrial with hints of historical charm.
Voted as one of the top Detroit vintage stores, Lost and Found Vintage features an array of fashion relics from various decades past. Housed in a giant warehouse and storefront, this establishment has been around since 2003 and has quickly asserted itself as the go-to place for great vintage pieces. Have old clothes you need to get rid of? Lost and Found Vintage also features a buying program, where the staff will issue cash or store credit for fashionable items. For more information on their clothes buying program or what they have to offer, be sure to visit their website.
Opened as a shoe store in 1901, Nordstrom is now one of the nation's leading fashion retailers, offering fine apparel and accessories for everyone in the family. This store located in The Somerset Collection, is surely a one stop destination for fashion lovers and shopaholics, with many brand names housed on their shelves. Shoes remain the specialty, with a huge selection that includes unusual sizes. Designer labels like Burberry, Marc Jacobs and Ralph Lauren fill the clothing racks. You're sure to find something suitable for every occasion.