Holiday Shopping in NYC

December 1, 2009  

The holidays wouldn’t be complete without a trip to NYC during the “season”.  The decor is amazing, the shopping is great and it’s nice to get away for a quick weekend (Delta has direct flights from Atlanta).  Although shopping in New York City can seem like a race you are running without the proper training or coaching. How many stores you can actually hit in the 48 hours that you will be there and schedule in time for sleeping and bathing? Oh yeah, don’t forget you have to eat!!  Here’s a simplified, easy, right on point list of the most popular smaller boutiques and salons (in no particular order), that are a “must hit” while you are visiting. Don’t worry…. EVERYONE on your shopping list will be covered; no matter how impossible they are to buy for and when they ask where you got it.. you can say NY!

Brooklyn Industries-161 8th Avenue at 18th Street in Chelsea

With 4 locations in Manhattan and 4 in Brooklyn it’s hard to miss this urban chic boutique with clothes and accessories for the whole family. Fabulous classic New York inspired tees, eclectic dresses & tops with great body styles. Their sale rack is not to be missed! This local NYC Company is eco-friendly and fashion forward.
www.brooklynindustries.com

 

 

Billy’s Antiques and Props-76 East Houston Street in between Bowery and Elizabeth Streets in Noho

The most unusual off the wall place to buy gifts and furniture. Billy’s has an ever changing collection of jewelry, gifts, antiques, props, furniture and oddities for the person on your list that is hard to please. Its furniture, art, and vintage signs lined up and down the sidewalk will be sure to lure you in.
www.billysantiques.com

  

Onesole-438 W. Broadway at Prince Street in Soho

So check this out: Choose from 12 different styles of soles of the shoe and buy the interchangeable tops to  snap on. They have OVER 600 styles to choose from; you can even send in a picture and get it made into an  interchangeable top for your shoe. Cute, sassy, individualized and CLEVER!
www.onesole.com

 
 

John Bartlett-143 7th Ave. South at Charles Street in the West Village

Dapper meets debonair at this local NYC men’s boutique. A crisp yet comfortable look complete with unique accessories made by local designers. Your shopping experience is completed by Tiny Tim the three legged dog bidding your farewell as you leave. A definite pit stop for the sexy, stylish man.
www.johnbartlettny.com

 

 
Sobral USA- 412 West Broadway in between Prince and Spring Streets in Soho

Never have I seen such unusual and colorful art, gifts, jewelry and home furnishings meshed together in a  flowing space. This gallery doubles as a store with all items made from colorful resin. You’ll find everything  from earrings to a new toilet seat in this explosion of fun.
www.sobralusa.com

 

Revolver Salon-2906 Broadway between Houston and Prince Streets in the rear of RICKY’s NYC in Soho

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   This salon is the epitome of Soho: a funky street friendly space complete with the most insane chandelier made out of blow-dryers. Their staff is an eclectic mix of stylists and colorists from admirable lock chopping backgrounds. $25.00 blow dry in addition to a FREE Warren.Tricomi Shampoo & Conditioner for new customers until December 31st!
www.revolversalon.com

 

Geminola-41 Perry Street in between West 4th Street and 7th Avenue in the West Village

The most beautiful and creative dresses and tops are MADE and sold here. Each piece is a 1 of a kind. The end result is romantic, feminine, flowy and extraordinary. When you step in the store you will feel like you’re in a cross between Alice and Wonderland and The New York City Ballet’s wardrobe room.
www.geminola.com

 

 
True Boutique-278 Mott Street in between Houston and Prince Streets in Soho.

The greatest thing about this store is the on-site seamstress who custom fits anything you purchase there. As denim as their main gig, they are experts in FIT. Top sellers for denim: James Jeans, Hello Skinny, Beija Flor and Guido & Mary. Tons of accessories to compliment your sexy self in your new knock-em-dead jeans.
www.betruenyc.com

 

 
The Sock Man-27 St. Mark’s Place in between 2nd and 3rd Avenues in the East Village

As the #1 Christmas gift in America, socks never let me down. Along with socks you’ll find accessories, tights, silk screened tees and suspenders. This 27 year old business is a true piece of East Village history. You will be memorized by the walls of every kind of sock ever made in the Universe.
www.thesockman.com

 

Jennifer Miller Jewelry -972 Lexington Avenue between 70 & 71st Streets on the Upper East Side.

The answer to every jewelry lover’s passion! Some of the most well known and respected designers around the world are collaborated here to bring you the most exclusive edited collection of fine and faux jewelry. Mention JessicaShops now through Dec. 24th and with any purchase over $100 receive a free sparkle bangle…. Even more fabulous? Their staff of glamour girls are expert gift pickers.
www.jewelsbyjen.com

 

The Market NYC- 268 Mulberry Street between Prince and Houston Streets in Soho

A strong ececletic bunch of local designers all here to supply you with the greatest gift ideas this season. In here it’s accessories, clothes and jewelry, jewelry, jewelry. Fresh exciting talent gives a new meaning to buying presents. Some designers include: Sohung Designs, Devils May Care, Charm NYC, Gia Fragalli, Lyndee Designs, Alexandra Beth Designs and so many more. Something for every budget!
www.themarketnyc.com

 

The Hat Shop -120 Thompson Street in between Prince and Spring Streets in Soho.

Custom Millinery at its best. Full service for the hat lover on your list. Hundreds of hats line the walls represented by over 35 designers. Custom order any hat, any size, any style, any color. Experts on finding the CORRECT hat for the shape of your face. Kentucky Derby EXPERTS!
www.thehatshopnyc.com

 

 

Blue & Cream-1 East 1st Street in between Bowery and 2nd Streets on the Lower East Side.

A street savvy crew of stylists working to suit up NYC’s hottest celebrities, models, musicians and athletes. A collaboration of designers includes Yigal Azourel, Simon Spur, Coven, MM6, Rag & Bone and so many more. “Urban Refined sums it up.” stated the gold toothed gentleman behind the counter during our interview. Turning all men, women and kids into high fashion society experts.
www.blueandcream.com
 

Granny Made- 381 Amsterdam Avenue in between 78th and 79th Streets on the Upper West Side

On the block for 24 years and rated #1 in a variety of magazines, this boutique is a fave for locals and visitors alike. You’ll find unique children’s gift items and knitted sweaters designed in-house. Specializing in little girls dresses, the selection will keep you there for hours sorting through the hundreds of styles to dress your kids for the next decade.
www.grannymade.com

 

 

CPW-495 Amsterdam Avenue at 84th Street on the Upper West Side.

This chic boutique offers only the most fashionable, flirty and affordable styles for all women and kids. CPW’s classy and welcoming fashion stylists make you feel like you are in the comfort of someone’s home. High profile celebrity clients and local customers alike have the red carpet rolled out for them when browsing here. Labels include Current Elliot, Joe’s Jeans, Hudson and Gabriela De La Vega.
http://nymag.com/listings/stores/central-park-west/

 

Edge*ny Noho-65 Bleecker Street between Broadway & Lafayette in Noho.

Over 65 Emerging Designers make this a store like no other. Clothing, accessories, bags and jewelry flood the scene as you step from booth to booth wondering how much you can spend without getting into trouble. You will never been disappointed here with all the local talent practically pulling you in with their amazing windows.
www.edgeny.com

Alexander West-110 Greene Street Suite 404 in between Spring and Prince Streets in Soho. (By Appointment Only)

The BEST custom made dress shirts for your hard-to-fit beau. Expert fit consultants work with him to choose from hundreds of fabric swatches to find the perfect match for his features. The luxury experience for the well-deserving man who demands style perfection.
www.alexander-west.com

 

Malin+Goetz- 455 Amsterdam Avenue at 82nd Street on the Upper West Side

This apothecary experience for me was summed up into three words. Skin Care Simplified. All natural ingredients with straight forward explanations make shopping in here easy, pleasant and headache free. Skin care experts assist you in finding the perfect gift for the person in your life in desperate need of some quality products. This local NYC based company gives a fresh take on simplifying your bathroom products that taking on a life of their own.
www.malinandgoetz.com

 

Spa Belles- 202 Spring Street between 6th Ave. and Sullivan Street in Soho

An extremely tight run ship of beauty experts to serve your every cosmetic need and desire. 8 locations all over New York City offering everything from waxing to eyelash perming. Extensive spa packages are on the menu or create your own. Consider yourself waxed, plucked, painted, oxygenated, scrubbed and rubbed. You’ll never ask “calgon” to take you away again after this spa experience.
www.spabellesny.com

 

Verve Shoes & Accessories 353 Bleecker Street in between Christopher and West 10th in the West Village

The Mecca of all shoes and accessories in New York City. As a staple of the village’s original boutiques,      Verve is bigger and better than ever with three locations. Universal designers line the walls with an    eclectic, fashion forward trends that will have you planning your entire wardrobe around your new shoes.
www.vervenyc.com