Neighborhoodies

Neighborhoodies, a custom clothing and accessory shop on DUMBO’s Jay Street, is running a political campaign cut from a different cloth.

The store initiated “Obama-a-day,” an online Advent-like calendar featuring daily Barack Obama-related design templates for T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts and accessories.  The store’s owner says the endeavor is fueled by a passion for Obama’s ideals – and not a bid to capitalize on the candidate’s popularity.

“I love Barack Obama.  My employees love Barack Obama, for all the reasons that he is a necessary leader for our country,” said Neighborhoodies owner and CEO Michael de Zayas.  “He is someone who reflects my company’s values and we use our influence to effect real change.” (more…)