NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: South of South Street

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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: South of South Street

POSTED: Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 9:55 PM

Every Wednesday, Critical Mass pops into a neighborhood and finds its most stylish residents.

This week I traveled south of South Street and checked out shops around Bainbridge and Fabric Row. With unique stores and treasure troves like Passional and Philly AIDS Thrift, I hoped to find more fearless fashion mavens. Many of these Queen Village dwellers looked to their favorite thrift store, Philly AIDS, for clothing. Others constructed their own pieces, like Najee G., who customizes pieces with paint, and Virginia H., who designs her own historically inspired pieces. Sadly, Virginia wasn't rocking her usual skirts and bloomers because she just came from a job interview, but she and her friend Miriam L. showed off chic all-black ensembles accessorized with funky bags.

Virginia H., 20, from Northeast Philly, and Miriam L., 18, from the South Street area:

Photos | Nicole Saylor

Victoria S., 16, from Mount Airy:

This student found her peacock feather dress at Forever 21, and paired it with a great pair of ballet flats with zipper detail from DSW.

Photos | Nicole Saylor

Najee G., 52, from Germantown:

This local artist and designer frequents Philly AIDS Thrift and sidewalk sales.

Photos | Nicole Saylor

Renee M., 26, from the Italian Market:

This London lover goes overseas for her fashion finds. Her favorite place to shop there is Camden Town.

Photos | Nicole Saylor

Catherine A., 26, from North Philly:

This Philly AIDS Thrift volunteer scored her graphic dress while at work. 'I kind of get first dibs on everything,' says Catherine.

Photos | Nicole Saylor

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