boutiqued
"A new boutique joins the Ludlow Street community and enhances a beautiful space with bohemian, eclectic clothes. Housed in an old candy factory, the vivid colors and patterns bring life to the large open space. Stella Filante, meaning "shooting star" in Italian, is the creation of two Belgian/Moroccan sisters who wanted to share their love for international fashion. With designers from Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America, the selection is vast with their key pieces from designers Willow, Manish Arora, Antik Batik, and Zadig + Voltaire. The pieces are a little pricey, ranging from $100-$400+, but are beautifully made and make you feel like you're buying a piece from an amazing exotic vacation. Everything is brilliantly colored with vivid hues hand-dyed, fringed, embellished, beaded, and braided in different flowing fabrics. The striking patterns and intricate beaded adornment on dresses and tops are worth checking out. Breezy summer tunics ($235) work perfectly with their selection of swimwear ($80-$200)." They have classic leather handbags in neutral colors ranging from $150-$400, and the selection of footwear is bold and trendy with exotic touches ($100-$200). Other accessories include hats, scarves, and clutches. If you're looking for a rare, unique piece on more of a budget, head to the back and check out their sale with a good range of sizes in their staple patterns and colorful embellishments.