Thursday, January 23, 2025

A look at East Village boutique Pink Lion, a recent arrival on 9th Street

Photos and reporting by Stacie Joy 

Pink Lion is one of the newer businesses to open along the eclectic block of small specialty shops on Ninth Street between First Avenue and Second Avenue.

I recently stopped by to talk with Debbie Mangual, the owner, and Alex William, the shop's marketing and strategy director.
Mangual, originally from New Jersey, always dreamed of owning a shop in NYC... and it all came to fruition with the clothing boutique's opening at 318 E. Ninth St. this past fall...
Why did she choose the East Village? 

"I love the vibe ... the mix of cultures, young people with their own style. The East Village gives 1980s-1990s vibes," Mangual said.
Daily hours: 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

You can follow the shop on Instagram here.
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