Dusty Rose Vintage is a mission-based business rooted in circularity, sustainability, and creative collaboration. Since opening in Greenpoint, Brooklyn in 2008, Dusty Rose grew from a wholesale vintage warehouse into a hub for community events, fundraisers, workshops, and brand incubations that shared a commitment to ecological and humanitarian values.
After closing it’s final brick and mortar iteration in 2023, it lives on at vintage shows and events.
Founder Maresa Ponitch has over two decades of industry experience—from her early days at Urban Outfitters’ vintage and reconstructed department to leading wholesale operations at two of the largest textile recyclers on the East Coast. Along the way, she’s developed a distinct voice in sustainable fashion, helping brands refine their vision and connect with culture in meaningful ways.
In 2019, she launched Gold Dust, an event series designed to ignite conversations around fast fashion, foster community, and inspire change. Today, Maresa continues to consult with emerging and established businesses to refine their vision, while also producing mission-driven events that bridge sustainability, style, and cultural conversations.
Reach out to start building something meaningful together: dustyrosevintage@gmail.com