Sea

Timeless, chic, and romantic, Sea is a dream shop for anyone looking for high-quality wardrobe additions that will stand the test of time. Known for their ruffled tiered dresses that come in an array of patterns as well as their cozy knitwear and collared blouses, the brand expertly merges vintage charm and modern wearability. While their selection of accessories is almost non-existent, the clothes are so good you’ll hardly notice.

           

Located in SoHo, their main Manhattan boutique is as fresh and uplifting as their clothes themselves, with floor-to-ceiling windows covering the front facade and flooding the space with natural light. Racks of ready-to-wear line both sides of the large rectangular space and a sculptural table rests in the middle and might display a small amount of product and large bouquet of freshly cut flowers. Two curtained dressing rooms can be found in the middle of the boutique, which is anchored by a large vintage-looking rug, while a few full-length mirrors and cushioned bench provide extra convenience. Minimalist but stylish—don’t miss the mobile-like light fixture hanging from the ceiling—Sea feels like a breath of fresh air.

Peruse the aforementioned racks and find everything from a black eyelet mini dress to a metallic tiered maxi dress to a mustard puff sleeve midi dress, and more. Everything has a classic appeal to it but has been elevated with sleek details including buttons, ruffles, ruching, prints, and more. Don’t miss their selection of blouses, which boast bold necklines and cool prints (think dark tie-dye and floral embroidery), or their selection of knitwear, which includes grandma-inspired crochet pullovers and chunky checked cardigans. Also offering statement outerwear (quilted and vegan leather coats included), unique jumpsuits, and even some kids’ clothing, Sea is all but guaranteed to become a favorite new haunt.

           

Product photos courtesy of Sea.