Blackfeather Vintage Works is a beautifully curated space for anyone drawn to pieces that live…read moreoutside the norm. Everything feels intentional, designed for someone who knows what they're looking for or is open to discovering something unexpected. The selection of clothing, jewelry, and leather goods is especially strong, with standout pieces that feel both wearable and distinctive. The experience really sealed it, though, when the shopkeeper greeted me with, "Can I get anyone a cerveza, Topo Chico, tequila, mezcal, or bottled water?" Those are magical words. Between the hospitality and the uniqueness of the items, I couldn't leave without making a few purchases. This is as much about inspiration as it is about finding something special.

Beautiful vintage store with a lot of options for a variety of styles. I found a super cute blue…read morevintage dress here that I'm going to wear to a wedding in December. I had left several places before I found Blackfeather. They have a great selection of men's clothing also, depending on what you're looking for, you can probably find something you like here. The staff is super nice and will totally help you find whatever you're looking for. Definitely worth stopping by if you've been curious. It's located in the Springdale station shopping center so you can always make a date of it and hit the brewery after. Great pricing!

I like this place. Shoes is not so pricing like any other places other places is so high like over…read more$100 at shoe new paint and length under 100 bucks

To be honest you get what you pay for and I mean that in the best way possible! gives me similar…read morevibes of Payless. Kids, Men's and Womens shoes casual, formal and in between so 5/5 stars IMO :)

Today I was at a community service meeting on the East side. On the way home, I noticed a…read moreValentine's sign ("All you need is love". It was in front of three boutique stores. I popped into the first store, Kindred Spirits. It could be described as store that makes you feel at home. There is a pleasant aroma in store as you enter...very comforting and inviting. They have quality goods. I liked that the clothing were spaciously hung on the racks. Interestingly, nothing of their clothing had bright colors, which are my personal favorites. I did enjoy perusing the store. In this boutique you can find a variety goods tops (long-sleeved, short-sleeved and cropped tops), jackets, dresses, skirts and accessories. The clothing are not fad-like with a very conservative feel. You will be able to wear these clothes for years and decades to come. Importantly, they are focused on environmental sustainability and social responsibility Similarly, the prices are a bit more for these clothing than the average boutique. However, you investing in the Austin community. The sales associate was very helpful and friendly. I learned that this is a locally-owned, woman-owned business. Very pleasant shopping experience...

Below average selection and service was awful not even a hello. Don't understand how such small…read moreBoutiques want to make sales without any customer service. My wife liked something but refused to buy it because of the women at the counter.

such a cute store! i absolutely loved it. so many cute trinkets and decorations. to an extent VERY…read moreoverpriced but most things worth it if you have the funds for it. friendly service too AND they have a cutie photobooth. didn't use it but seemed very well liked:)

It's a pretty cute store with lots of trinkets and trendy stationary. It is rather on a pricey…read moreside, some items prices are justified, others feel a bit overpriced. I almost never see anyone who works there, so I don't know how the service is. It can get pretty overwhelming in this store because there's always a huge crowd for the Photo Booth, which makes it difficult to browse some areas of the store.

My entry into Lovecraft was eventful. Their spring door shut on my shoe heel and popped it off…read more Thus, this store has made an indelible impression upon my first visit. Be very careful as you open their door. Lovecraft is located in East Austin on 11th St. Their name comes from a 1990's Texas speakeasy that was creative and diverse. Lovecraft is women owned and operated small business with ethically made goods and sustainable brands. They also focus on emerging and new designers. This was my last stop in the boutique trifecta. Lovecraft is where fantasy meets whimsical, while making a lasting statement. Every items feel unique and one of a kind. I envision this store for gifts for the hard to shop for people. The store manager categorized the shop as apothecary (one of those dreamy, sensory‑filled shops with earthy scents to the beautifully crafted herbal blends. Focus is on wellness, ritual, and natural ingredients.) Price ranges from reasonable to expensive.

I absolutely adore this little shop right in my neighborhood. How lucky am I that it is just a…read morequick 3-minute walk for me? So very lucky. I love buying things here as gifts for my favorite people. They really have a uniquely curated collection of items. You can find all the scents from candles to diffusers, sprays, perfumes, and more. They carry items that you might find elsewhere but the quality of those items elsewhere might be hard to beat. Top quality merchandise here whether you're buying an accessory piece for your home or spoiling yourself with spa products. Nice staff and prices are what you would expect from.

How did I end up here? I saw a guy on a motorcycle next door pull up thinking this was a motorcycle…read moreleather store. They had no windows or signs of anything. So I walked in with my girlfriend to a huge surprise of what the store actually was. Since we have already committed to walking in we might as well walk the whole store. It might have what you need if you are into the leather daddy stuff. But probably nothing you can use to safely go motorcycle riding. The store clerk was friendly, probably just as confused as we were.

Sir Rat offers a wide selection of adult-oriented leather products and related gear, including…read moremasks, harnesses, jocks, underwear and many other leather fashion items. The store looks very modest from the street but it actually has a large, clean, and well-lit shopping area inside. They carry many brands including their own house brand Sir Rat, along with Nasty Pig and others. The staff is friendly and helpful in locating items that you may be looking for. In addition to Austin, they have locations in Houston and San Antonio. Highly recommended.

I placed an expensive preorder here that they never fulfilled, along with countless others. Please…read moregoogle and avoid this place. Insane.

I was hired to do hair and makeup on 10 models for #esbyfest, an annual festival hosted by the…read morebrand that takes place during SXSW, which is already an incredibly busy two weeks as a HMU artist in Austin. The Esby team agreed to my rate and I showed up and did my job getting the models ready to walk the runway in the fashion show portion of the event. After the event, I sent them my invoice, which has yet to be paid. I followed up regularly, each time being told that payment is on the way, there's been an issue with their bank, and even promises that "we will be able to send the payment out by end of this week," which Esby never made good on. In June, I learned that NONE of the vendors Esby hired for #esbyfest have been paid. The company owes over $120,000 in unpaid invoices for this event -- but wait, there's more. Esby stopped paying rent on their commercial space in late 2023, meaning that Esby was aware of cash flow issues and still chose to move forward with #esbyfest in March. This is unconscionable, especially for an Austin-based business that brags about its ethical supply chain practices. I'm proud to stand with the other vendors of #esbyfest as we bring these indefensible actions to light and demand action from Esby co-owners Stephanie Beard and Gerald Tempton. The amount I'm owed isn't worth taking them to court over, but I hope some of the other vendors who are owed thousands of dollars and even tens of thousands of dollars take legal action against these fraudsters and get justice. I hope the customers who placed orders in 2023 and have yet to receive their items get their money back. The vendors of #esbyfest have come together to demand what we're owed because we know there's strength in numbers. Esby, Stephanie Beard, and Gerald Tempton: do the right thing and pay us what we're owed.