St. Pete has a new – and affordable – hotspot for vintage and thrift shopping. Open daily from 12-7 pm at 2655 6th Ave South, E2K (short for “Early 2000s”), is owner Jay Bunch’s vision brought to life. While the name nods to Y2K fashion, the racks go far beyond that, featuring pieces that stretch back to the 70s, all carefully curated by Jay himself. Some items are even handmade, adding a personal touch you won’t find in your typical vintage shop.
At just 24 years old, Jay has already poured everything into this space. Originally starting his journey in modeling, he shifted his focus over the past few years to fashion design, ultimately creating E2K vintage thrift as a place that reflects both his style and his values.
“I’m in here every single day,” he says. “I’ve even slept in here. I want this to be the spot in St. Pete.”
A new third space
Bunch is clear about his intentions: “I don’t want to be an owner forcing people to buy clothes. I want it to be chill.”…