04/20/05

Large but choice collection of shoes that are hip and far from prissy.

by Contributor

The Scene
The original purveyor of cushy footwear is also one of the coolest collections of shoes for men and women. The cozy atmosphere at Abbadabba's has a lot to do with the engaging sales staff who are more than happy to provide tactful feedback on your shoe selection.

The Goods
Leisure shoe manufacturers such as Birkenstock and Dansko are well represented here. But before you get all warm and fuzzy, consider the many racks of Doc Marten boots and shoes. Along with John Fluevog's line of heavy-soled booty-kickers, these shoes provide the perfect yin to your yang. The few racks of clothing bearing items like retro-styled shirts, urbane skirts and hand woven sweaters are worth a look by the neo-clubber and the sage hipster. Top it all off with something from Paul Frank's monkey line, like a purse or leather bracelet.