About

Stores:

-Berriez, Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn

-Brantwood Atelier, Upper East Side, Manhattan

-By Liv, North Williamsburg, Brooklyn

-Casa Ziki, North Williamsburg, Brooklyn

-Casa Ziki, Woodstock, NY

-Cardinal Gift Shop, Fort Greene, Brooklyn

-Hyer Goods, West Village, Manhattan

-Locavore Variety Store, West Village, Manhattan

-Proprietors, Hudson, NY

-Proprietors in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

-The Analog Stationer, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn

-The WonderMart, Greenpoint, Brooklyn

For wholesale: find me on Faire

Cappuccino Thoughts Zine:

-Casa Magazines, West Village, Manhattan

-Iconic Magazines Mulberry, Soho, Manhattan

-Soho International News, Soho, Manhattan

About Me

When I pulled out my beloved leather bag, the one that had traveled with me across the world and been my constant companion for years, I noticed that the lining was completely wrecked. I set about getting it relined, and when 50+ tailors, cobblers, and sewists turned me away, I knew there was a problem. That's why I started my brand upcycling vintage designer bags, relining them to give them a second life.

Since then, I've relined all kinds of vintage designer bags, as well as launched my own handbag, makeup bag, and pencil pouch products.

I send updates about the bags as well as the best recommendations for fashion and culture in NYC. It's called Cappuccino Thoughts and, honestly, it'll be the highlight of your Monday morning.

I am also happy to do custom orders upon request if something you love is sold out.

If you have any questions or just want to say hi, you can email me directly at claire@claireakkan.com.

*Reworked products are not authorized or affiliated with the brands they reference.

Based in New York City.