The Pseudo-Hipster Guide to Williamsburg

By: Aimee Rubensteen  |  January 29, 2013
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Brooklyn is a largely underrated – and underexplored – territory for Manhattanites; however, the borough is truly something to be thankful for, and should be travelled. Start your morning in Williamsburg’s quaint coffee shop, Bakeri, where waiters will serve you in fantastic blue jumpsuits (available for purchase if you’re feeling hipster enough). The lattes are served in assorted mugs with a cube of brown sugar to spruce up your mood. WALKING TOUR IMAGE 1  photocred for Bakeri bakeribrooklyn.com

Bakeri is located at 150 WYTHE AVENUE.

Then head to Buffalo Exchange, where you can actually sell your own clothes, swap them for new ones, or just buy some great attire for any occasion. The prices are pretty reasonable, even if you aren’t interested in flipping labels. walking tour IMAGE 2 photocred for Buffalo Exchange google

Buffalo Exchange is near 504 Driggs Avenue.

Make sure to go to the junk store next door to Buffalo Exchange. They have anything and everything; my experience was scavenging through trendy bridesmaid dresses, adorable miniature corks, thousands of old photographs, and an incredible velvet blazer. Then simply explore! I recommend finding the nearby flower shop and garden or walking toward the water and enjoying the famous skyline from across the water. Before you leave, head to the make-your-own-jewelry shop. Brooklyn Charm Shop has metal, plastic, ceramic, and feather charms. They also have crazy-cool handmade jewelry made by the staff. Walking Tour IMAGE 3 photocred Jewelry shopikon.com

Brooklyn Charm Shop is located at 145 Bedford Avenue.

Jump back on the train and admit that as much as you love Williamsburg, you could never get enough of Manhattan. Stay tuned for more tours around the Brooklyn area!   **please not that Bakeri is not a certified kosher bakery.

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