Rapisarda

There are some really cute and unique items here. There are also items that are overpriced and can be had cheaper in other parts of the city. It just helps to know which is which. The front of the store is very bright and kitsch. Very cute change purses, pill cases, stockings, and more. However, some of the prices for those items are just ridiculous. The back of the store is more expensively priced bags, scarves and wallets. If you’re around the neighborhood, by all means stop in and maybe you will find something cute. Otherwise, don’t make the effort.

This is a great place to buy gifts. They have a fun selection of items — jewelry, handbags, scarves, reading glasses, and more. It’s a small spot, but packed full of fun and unique things. I found a cute pair of reading glasses with a matching case. The interior is colorful and cheerful. I’ll definitely visit again.

I absolutely llllllove this store! Rapisarda is a cute little boutique crammed full of colorful accessories (as well as bathing suits in the back) from around the world.
From origami earrings to nesting doll coin purses to funky sunglasses, you can literally get lost in this store looking at all the merchandise. There’s just so much of it. It’s like walking into a rainbow of glittery, smiling novelties.
The prices here run the gamut from very cheap to a bit over priced, but, price wise there’s something for everyone.
If you’re into quirky, colorful accessories, this place is a must see! I can not think of another store quite like this! I can’t wait to go back!
The merchandise and décor of the store alone would earn Rapisarda a solid five stars, but one aspect that was kind of surprising to me made me take one away. The owner was there on the day I visited and while the woman runs a mean accessory store, she was making it very clear that she was not at all interested in customer service. She would ignore people if they spoke to her unless they were persistent and then would act annoyed and stern while answering questions. Anyway, anyone who could merchandise and set up a store this way is clearly talented, but it was just a stark contrast to the store itself.
Rapisarda is a new favorite of mine!

Love the selection of fun, unique jewelry and accessories. Always a great place to go if you need to grab a gift for that hard to shop someone.

i don’t get it.
I live in the area and read the great reviews so I decided to check it out. All of the items are very loud and almost ridiculously expensive. Don’t get me wrong, I am willing to shell out good money for the right bag, etc– but not the bags that are sold here. There are a few diamonds in the rough but not enough to merit a 4 – 5 star review. There are many other shops in the area with a better selection at much more reasonable prices.

I have been coming here for years to buy gifts for my momma, my sister, and other ladies in my life. I can always find something unique and beautiful here and the service is excellent. Only negative is the small space which becomes almost impossible to shop if there are more than five people in the store; however that doesn’t stop me from coming in to quickly browse whenever I am in the neighborhood. When I know I will be visiting there to definitely purchase something I make sure to go in on a weekday afternoon where the store is quiet and less crowded and the customer service is even more outstanding.
Thank you Rapisarda for making the women in my life smile :)

I think that Rapisarda has tons of neat-​o, funky stuff (albeit items that are all a tad pricey).
It’s bright, and a great place to browse.
It’s usually on my «court st/​smith st browsing circuit» with out of town guests.
So imagine my dismay when I wandered in with a few friends yesterday, only to have the owner berate one of my companions for accidentally knocking over a single ring holder on a very crowded shelf.
She (my friend) apologized, explained that her glove got caught on the edge, and removed the gloves immediately. Nothing was broken – heck, I’m not even sure that it’s possible to break a plastic ring holder with a gentle nudge – but the reaction was totally disproportionate! The owner told my friend very sternly that the display was expensive, and despite the apology told her not to touch anything! I think no touching is acceptable when the customer is under the age of 7, covered in sticky food, or in some type of china shop. Otherwise, not a very polite thing to yell!
Overall I think that (tiny, barely even count) accidents happen and I think a no harm/​no foul rule should apply in a crowded store!
I’m not sure I’ll be back anytime soon given the customer service yesterday.

This is the most colorful store ever. (That includes the counter lady; both her personality and her clothing.) It’s almost blinding in here. Kaleidoscopic. I felt like I was taking mushrooms of the magical variety… or what I would imagine that feels like. On a more wholesome note, Rapisarda kind of reminds me of Slodycze Wedel (
), except I can’t eat everything in here.
Yes, it’s a shop for the ladies, but I am a sensitive man, and who’s to say I can’t enjoy a soft, pretty dress, a well-​made handbag, and the feel of a high-​heeled shoe?
Well, I don’t. But the women in my life do, and you can buy these nice things for them here.

A great assortment of cool jewelry, bags and other accessories. My only problem is almost everything in here (with the exception of some of the more expensive wallets and bags by brands like Lodis and HOBO) you can find for an eighth of the price in Chinatown, it just won’t be displayed as nicely. Still a fun, colorful store to poke around in.

I can almost never come up with good gifts for my mother and my sister, but Claudia helped me come up with some wonderful ideas during this past holiday season and they worked out perfectly! Highly recommended.

I’m not brazilian, but I wish that I was.
If I did come from that country of bronze beauties, I would feel nothing but pride for my ancestry and proud that it had something to do with providing us Cobble Hill babes with Rapisarda.
The funky display is always eye-​catching with colorful clothing and accessories to boot. Not only a haven for your havaianas, Rapisarda sells all sorts of cute footwear, t-​shirts, dresses, handbags, and jewelry. Leave all conservatism outside, the whimsical and fun nature of this store is not meant for the faint of heart or the boringly dressed!
Claudia, the owner, is a hoot. She once asked me if I was Brazilian. When I asked her why, she said it was because of my booty, er,…shapely figure. Muito Obrigado, Claudia!!!

need a gift for a cool girl? this is the place. excellent jewelry, bags and acessories. thank the godesses that I don’t live near there– i would be broke.

Great store for accessories and handbags. The owner, Claudia, is Brazilian and lots of fun. The store is colorful just like her personality.

love love love this store. so many cute bags and they’re not even silly expensive. Lots of jewelry and accessories as well as unique well made clothing. Great place to pick up a gift for a female friend. She wraps everything up nice. Love this place!