Based in Brooklyn Concrete + Water is one of our favorite lifestyle boutiques in Williamsburg. Inspired by both the vibrant colors of the tropics and the muted tones of the street, the boutique’s selection of goods – from apparel and accessories to homeware – lends a carefree note to classic style. Both the store itself and the goods chosen embody the belief that quality design is universal and can be taken anywhere with you. And just when you think it couldn’t get any better, they also have an unreal backyard space for hanging out and special events. Seriously, sign us up.

First Rite was launched in 2015 in San Francisco, CA by designer Nikki Garcia. Years of working in all aspects of the industry from retail to small label and corporate design finally converged into the idea of a better way, a smaller footprint, a more hands on approach, personal relationships, and an involvement in the process from raw material to finished product. The result is an ongoing series of interchangeable pieces and sets designed from all natural fibers that fit effortlessly into any wardrobe and outlast seasonal trends. Our wovens are made in Los Angeles, CA using fair wage and labor practices, and our knitwear is made by a woman owned and operated workshop in Lima, Peru.