Second Vibess

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Second Vibess is a women and minority-owned vintage and upcycled clothing store located at 13 Division Avenue South in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in March 2019 by owners Camille Steverson and Kaitlynn Fitzpatrick, the business purchases secondhand materials from thrift stores and garage sales, then cleans, repairs, and reworks the pieces into one-of-a-kind clothing items. The store specializes in slow fashion with a focus on 2000s fashion, colorful pieces, and biker aesthetics, appealing primarily to customers aged 17 to 28. Second Vibess has received recognition and support from the Grand Rapids community, including a retail innovation grant from the Downtown Development Authority and a $100,000 ArtPrize award for their upcycling work. The business also sells handmade and crocheted items under its own brand and emphasizes sustainability and individuality through its fashion-forward approach to reducing consumer waste.