Adam Plus Eve

A West Village flagship store stocked with fun and flirty clothes for sunny fashionistas.

by Keith Wagstaff at Citysearch

In Short
Many people know Adam Lippes for his line of luxurious basics, an assortment of men's and women's T-shirts and underwear made from silky soft Peruvian pima cotton. Now, in his spacious flagship store, he has room to show off trendsetting pieces like a violet dip-dyed ombre dress and a striped flounce sleeve top, all possessing a breezy and casual air that still feels refined. The space itself has a penchant for light-hearted luxury: A sign asks "What Would Oprah Say?" only feet away from a sizeable canvas from artist Joshua Abelow.

Hits: Even the store's dressing rooms--large carpeted spaces with sliding doors and designer benches--are examples of upscale comfort.

Misses: Be warned that high-quality basics like T-shirts and tank tops come with high-end price tags.