about phosphene

Phosphene offers a curated edit of slow fashion clothing, accessories, and home goods.

Our purpose is to encourage thoughtful, intentional buying practices (also known as conscious consumerism) and to be a resource for our community to connect with responsibly made goods from independent designers around the world.

Phosphene operates a brick and mortar shop located in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia (one hour south of DC, one hour north of Richmond) alongside its e-commerce business. The brick and mortar space is also used for workshops, events and as a creative studio for content creation. The business was founded in 2019.

Encourage Mindful Consumerism

Thoughtful purchasing from designers and brands focused on
sustainability and ethical production practices allows our customers to
shop with confidence, knowing their dollar has the power to make a
positive impact

Create Community, Foster Inclusivity

In addition to operating as a retail business, Phosphene plans and executes workshops, collaborative pop ups, artist receptions and other on-brand events to build community.

Phosphene is a safe and welcoming space for all customers. We represent a diverse group of designers and offer inclusive sizing.

Support Independent Designers & Makers

When you purchase from Phosphene you are not only supporting us, you are supporting talented designers and creatives from around the world.

OUR BRAND PARTNERS

Brands are carefully vetted for transparency around their production practices and sustainability values to ensure their alignment with Phosphene.

We take pride in the friendships and relationships we’ve developed over the years and in telling their brand stories to our community.

Interested in joining our lineup? Email us @ hello@phosphenestudio.com.

A Bronze Age

A. Kjaerbade

Ali Golden

AMT.

Atelier Delphine

ARE Studio

Bare Knitwear

Bembien

Brooklyn Candle Studio

Common Muse

Cordera

Diarte

Endseen

et Tigre

Everyday Oil

First Rite

F. Miller

Hannah Emilie

Huma Blanco

ITO Bindery

Jaymes Paper

J.Hannah

Junes

Kowtow

Kye Intimates

Laude the Label

Lauren's All Purpose

La Lyra

Leaves & Flowers

Le Bon Shoppe

Machete

Mahnal

Maria Stanley

Mar Mar Los Angeles

Maslo

Merewif

Micaela Greg

Miranda Bennett

Modern Heirloom

Modern Weaving

Moneh Brisel

Na Nin Studio

Nat + Noor

Paper Label

Rita Row

Shaina Mote

Some Ceramics

Swim to the Moon

Summer Solace

UZI NYC

Wax Atelier

Well Kept

Wild Lather

Wolf Circus

Wol Hide

Zii Ropa

MEET THE FOUNDER

Rachel Berenbaum channeled her passions for curation, mindful consumerism, brand storytelling, and community building into the launch of Phosphene in 2019.

The thoughtfulness and expertise Rachel brings to Phosphene has earned the trust of her customers and community. She is relied on for suggestions that are honest, accurate, and aligned with Phosphene’s values. She is at the heart of creating a space where customers feel as comfortable exploring new brands as they do debriefing their day over a cup of tea.

Rachel’s prior career experience in strategic planning, project management, and event planning has been key in Phosphene's development.

Save the date and join us for

Upcoming workshops and events

  • March 16: Aura Reading Photography with Soulshine Aura and Vintage Pop Up at Kaleidos Studio in Falls Church, Virginia. Advance reservations for Aura Photography strongly encouraged!
  • April 10 Saturday 12-5PM: Spring Self Care & Wellness with East Flora.
  • May 11 Saturday: Join us in Washington DC for the biggest Vintage market in the region, That's So Vintage. Tickets required.
  • May 18 Saturday: Pop up with Giant Lion, a line of handcrafted jewelry by artist and designer Caroline Whittington based in Richmond, Virginia, and La Lyra, a natural self care good collection including soaps, candles, perfume, and skin care, at Phosphene.
  • June 6 Saturday: Pop Up with Richmond based vintage home goods Lost & Found.
  • June 29 Saturday: Pop up with Lasso La Lune, a natural dye studio based in Richmond, Virginia.