Dangerous Mathematicians

Four years ago, math teacher Karen Patwa decided to trade in fractions for fashion and become a custom-clothing designer. Her new shop features modular furniture, elegant white decor and geometrical metal accents. You’ll find custom-designed bridal apparel, plus funky women’s threads, men’s T-shirts and one-of-a-kind jewelry. Stay classy with floral jacquard pencil skirts ($110), or sweeten your look with retro Barbie high-heel necklaces ($60); guys can snag tees with mathematical doodles and phrases ($30).