Coming from a self-proclaimed artistic background myself, it dawned on me about a week ago (free Bobby Shmurda & the whole GS9) that I haven’t had the most opportunities to speak on my behalf about the creative thoughts I’ve had in the past thirteen years or so. But luckily, a little recent focus and self-motivation […]
Eye Create @Seraphim Vape
Last night I attended the “KLETTBAND” launch of Eye Create designed by my dear friend and stylish peep Hayoner. The party was at Seraphim Vape in Downtown Jersey City and it was such a fun event, I failed miserably to capture it! For once I was not in blogging mode, I was in turn up […]
Mint Market
When I started writing ChicpeaJC the intention was for this to be primarily a fashion blog, but then I fell in love with all aspects of Jersey City and well here we are. That being said, fashion and style will always be one of my favorite things to write about! When I heard about the […]
Top 5 reasons to shop on Central Ave during the holidays!
Christmas is approaching and it’s time for everyone to get their s*#&t together and get their holiday shopping done! Now since I celebrate Hanukkah (which is this week), I decided to do all my last minute gift shopping last week on Central Ave. I invited friend and photog Nabil to join me on my adventure. […]
Sole Dreams
Sole Dreams has been around for over 37 years on Central Ave. in The Heights. After undergoing a renovation, this family owned shop changed its name from Nino Shoes to Sole Dreams to accommodate the changing neighborhood. Even though they upgraded, the heart is still there. They pride themselves on great customer service, a super […]
Deen Boutique
The more time I spend in India Square the more I fall in love with it. India Square is probably less than a mile long, but there is so much culture and things to do you can pretty much get lost there for a day. As part of the Navatri festival happening this month, I sought […]
Caviar Noir
The first time I ever came across “Caviar Noir” was at a local trunk show and that is when I met Julie Ramos, the girlboss and jewelry designer behind this uber chic brand. I remember putting on one of her head pieces and in an instant I felt fierce, sexy and edgy. I loved it […]
Seraphim Vape Shop
Vaping is becoming a very popular past time amongst today’s folks. I’ve still yet to try my hand at it, but the flavors do often sound very appealing. On Saturday, Seraphim celebrated being close to their grand opening on August 1st with a soft opening. Garnished with plenty of vape, a live DJ, and a barbecue, […]
Let Us Prosper Jersey City
There are a few street wear brands coming out of our fine city that are putting Jersey City on the map in the fashion world; Faded Royalty, MBS, Chilltown Collective, Modest Mind (there are more I am for sure forgetting) and the newest in the game, Let Us Prosper. It makes me so proud to […]
Morlees
As everyone knows, much of Jersey City is changing tremendously. There are new businesses opening all over town, especially in the downtown area. My favorite thing to write about, however, are local businesses that have been around for years; businesses that have invested in and have been a part of the community for longer than […]
Jersey Cycles
After lunch with David the District Manager of Central Ave SID at Noodlefan we went next door to Jersey Cycles to talk to Luca, bossman of the shop. After eating so well, I was tempted to grab a bike and take it out for a ride. This shop has everything you need if you are looking to get […]
Sneaker Room
A few weeks ago I met with David, the District Manager of Central Ave SID to have lunch at Cafe Rumba (post coming soon) on Central Ave in The Heights. He was telling me about different cool stores that I should check out… namely Sneaker Room, the mecca for sneaker collectors. Sneaker Room has over […]
Republic of Pigtails
Growing up my mother would force me to wear matching hats or hair accessories with all my outfits, which I hated! To get back at her, I made a point to dress more like Eminem when I was a teen… which I sort of grew out of. These days, I have a collection of beautiful […]
Faded Royalty
I’ve always been a hat collector but now that I am no longer working in the corporate world, I can essentially wear whatever the f-k I want so my collection has since quadrupled. Faded Royalty is a Jersey City born and bred brand that I discovered at Metro Capz at a recent interview. I was extremely […]
Damaged Wear & CHICpeaJC Collaboration!
A few weeks ago I interviewed Dennis Whittinghill owner of Damaged Wear and we became fast friends. One day we met up for lunch and decided we should collaborate on a hoodie line for the fall and winter months! We are looking for a F*&%ING awesome sexy new hoodie design and we need your help! […]
Another Man’s Treasure
Photography by Greg Pallante It’s no secret by now that I do most of my shopping at Another Man’s Treasure. This week we got a peak into the lives of the owners of the shop The Franz’s and also a look at their showroom. Today its all about the shop! I must admit I probably […]
Another Man’s Treasure Showroom
Photography by Greg Pallante If you read the post about stylish family and owners of Another Man’s Treasure the Franz’s you know already that the store actually started in the location where they currently have their showroom on Brunswick street in Downtown Jersey city. Going to the store on Grove is an experience, however going […]
Metro Capz
I have a hat fetish. There, you guys all know my deep dark secret now. I have a collection of hats; a shit ton of styles, from fedora’s to baseball hats, to vintage works of art, you name it I have it. Back in the day I used to hide under hats, without one I […]
Cash and Cream
A few weeks after starting Chicpeajc, a former co-worker sent me a flyer to a Cash and Cream event at The Dopeness. I was unable to attend but immediately checked out their website. I absolutely adored their clothes! Cash and Cream is edgy, fierce and sexy and they have amazing pieces that would look good […]
Damaged Wear
The first time I saw Damaged Wear was at the Project Earth Market a few months ago when I just started ChicpeaJC. After seeing the “I F*&ing Love Jersey City” design I remember thinking to myself “How fucking cool is that T-shirt?!” and I needed to find out the backstory. Fast forward to a few […]