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Ginger Root Design

Written by Washingtonian Staff | Published on September 21, 2010
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Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

The front window Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

This form-fitting women’s jacket began life as a dowdy men’s suit coat Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

Vintage accessories— most shipped directly from Minnesota—surround repurposed dresses and tops Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

A cub scout scarf turned skinny tie (left); A Retro ascot necklace made from a thrift store men’s tie (right) Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

Vintage women’s heels and men’s loafers have a decidedly ’40’s feel Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

Reconsructed wool trousers and a menswear inspired vest Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

A repurposed choir robe (now a reversible crop top) hangs with a Ginger Root ascot necklace Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

The store’s front rack highlights Ginger Roots’ upcycled garments. The bralette (center) was made from an old dress and shirt sleeve. Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

Vintage button earrings sit atop clothing sketches (left); Metal Musing earring rack (right) Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

Vintage belts and suspenders hang from the back of the front clothing rack Photograph by Chris Leaman

Ginger Root Design
Ginger Root Design

A yellow beret rests on an antique can Photograph by Chris Leaman

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