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.
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
ARC Objects
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
Kloke
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
Rodebjer
Shaina Mote
Small Hands
Some Ceramics
St. Agni
Swim to the Moon
Summer Solace
Toit Volant
UZI NYC
Wax Atelier
Well Kept
Wild Lather
Wolf Circus
Wol Hide
Zii Ropa
Save the date and join us for
Upcoming workshops and events
Summer 2026
- Sunday May 24 - our shop on Charles Street will be closed. Thank you for your understanding! We’ll see you when we reopen Thursday May 28.
- Saturday May 30 from 10AM -3PM: Pop up at Phosphene with Na Nin and Lasso La Lune. Two of our favorites from Richmond, Virginia will be visiting Phosphene for the day. Wardrobe and home goods inspired by nostalgia and specialty textiles handcrafted into wearable heirlooms.
- Friday June 5 from 5 - 8PM: First Friday's with Janet Sullivan, local artist. Join us for an evening of contemporary art by local artist and friend of Phosphene, Janet Sullivan. Janet’s work explores simple, ordinary moments alongside themes of womanhood, solitude, silence and time. Prints and paintings will be available for sale.
- Saturday June 13 from 10AM - 2PM: Pop up at Phosphene with Monday is Fine Day. Ceremonial-grade fresh-whisked matcha beverages infused with Thai-inspired dessert flavors like longan blossom honey, pandan, and fan-favorite banana bread.
- Friday June 5 from 5 - 8PM: First Friday's with Anna Simoes of Rose B Mystics, local ceramicist. Join us for an evening of ceramics by local artist and friend of Phosphene, Anna Simoes. Anna’s work is whimsical, playfully referencing nature and mysticism in a way that feels like folk magic. Expect goddess cups adorned with delicate crystals and gold jewelry, mini-tiles featuring insects, frogs and celestial references, handbuilt slugs and more.
- Saturday July 18 from 10AM -3PM: Annual Summer Open House. Floral arrangements will be available for purchase from FIELD, Clever Beast will be serving seasonal sprtizes featuring their range of botanical vermouth and we have a few surprises up our sleeves you won’t want to miss - including a special in store promotion.
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.