I've always had an appreciation for good clothes; the kind that make you stop and take a second look or walk up to someone and ask “hey where’d you get that ____ from?!“. Growing up in the Midwest and living in Europe, I was surrounded by different expressions of style through Hip-Hop, brands such as R.L. Polo/Brooks Brothers and the everyday gentleman who takes pride in getting dressed consistently. I've always been drawn to the way people make classic style their own and I want to share mine.

Retro Apparel & Refined Essentials is my way of sharing some of those finds with people who appreciate clothing the way I do. Some pieces are vintage, others are more contemporary. Everything here has been personally selected by me, with the BEST quality.

My hope is that you find something you didn't know you were looking for. Something you'll wear often, take care of, and maybe even pass along one day.

Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate you being here.

Brandon Dominique
Founder, DOM’NIQUE | R.A.R.E.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin