Yes, those sketchy, graffiti-lined stairs lead to an amazing exhibition-style second floor filled with geography-themed curiosities. Perfect for gift shopping, you'll be glad you were brave.
High quality vintage furniture usually in excellent condition. These guys knows their stuff. Their collection of vintage office furniture is spectacular.
Buy one of the eco-friendly ikat blankets, futuristic digital Nooka watches or cashmere sweaters from Lunalba and a hundred percent of the profits will go to a children's non profit.
History and fashion rolled into one charming store focusing on early American menswear 1800's - 1950s.
A non-profit, labor of love dedicated to art book lovers everywhere. This highlight off the Highline offers what is arguably the world's largest collection of artist publications.
A stationary store specializing in customized letterpress printing. Retro-style prints with a modern twist.
A concept store/boutique offering a unique assortment of Scandinavian and Japanese design. Fashion Francophiles take note: jewelry by Eddera and dresses from Sonia Rykiel.
This tiny, nondescript storefront has been churning out stunningly beautiful bespoke riding boots since 1879.
Recently moved to a larger space, this boutique is filled with artisan collections that are worth splurging your paycheck on. Read more.
A men's store that is curated within an inch of its life, but still manages to be extremely appealing. I always want to buy everything in there. These guys certainly know what they're doing.
No Splenda (or any other non-sugar sweetener) for the coffee? And an attitude when I ask if you've got some? What are we, animals?
Owner Urte Tylaite has curated a diverse collection of gifts, home goods and personal accessories that are well-made and wallet-friendly. Read more.
Inside this converted garage, Christopher Brosius runs a factory devoted to the olfactory of the everyday, from roast beef to libraries. His first breakthrough was a scent called "Dirt." Read more.
A revelation. Custom suits don't cost much more than off-the-rack elsewhere, but even the rack suits accomodate short and skinny people!
This is one of the few bike shops I enjoy walking into. Unlike other places, here you'll find proper urban accessories.
If paper you seek, head straight up the stairs to the right of the register. Once inside the tiny space, snag a mini clipboard to jot down the numbers of the styles (they have thousands!) you like.
Streamlined, classic, and utterly French. Count on this line for a slim-cut trench, a cotton smock, or detail-free jeans.
If something finishes being printed while you're in the store you're free to take it, providing it's something small.
located in a stately UES townhouse. features several rooms dimly lit & meticulously merchandised-cross btwn a decorative-arts display @ the Met & drawing room of European heir w. a von in his surname
A great place to pick up vintage homegoods, especially if you're interested in something with an industrial feel.
Jeans for every price range from J. Cravata, Heavy Leather NYC and Les Enfants Sauvages, in addition to a few jean-related accessories, like shoes made from recycled denim by Keller and Heutchy. Read more.
Stock your cabinets, jewelry box and closet with local goods. This modern-day general store has a hodgepodge of offerings, such as soaps, T-shirts, paper goods and books by Brooklyn authors. Read more.
Pretty pricey but worth checking out! The store design is amazing and there's a Smile cafe inside.
If you love J. Crew like I do then Alex Mill is right up your alley. Really great stuff.
Garden in the back is ammmmazing. They should put a coffee bar back there or a tiny lil grill for summer.
Incredibly nice and helpful. A welcome and much-needed addition to the neighborhood.
They have very nice wool blankets from MacAusland Woollen Mills on Prince Edward Island.
Really unique and interesting jewelry. Lots of local designers. Trust me you will love it.
Hands down, my favorite jewelry store in NYC. Russell is the best curator of vintage jewelry I know and EB is a must for anyone looking for vintage engagement/wedding jewelry.
I could spend hours at this bookstore. Contains only art photography. Selection is small, precise and and beautiful. Highly reccommend.
Great little mom-n-pop shop with quirky, design-heavy wares. Super friendly staff with treats available for pups! Don't know how I just discovered this place.
Cutest, random but useful stuff - and all reasonably priced!! Great for gifts too.
Set up like an amphitheater, this store and events space took a hit after Hurricane Sandy. It has since made a full recovery, rebounding back to its original status as a hip literary hangout spot.
Great Japanese knives and cutting boards. I’m left handed and really appreciate that, for 50% extra, they will make you a left handed knife.-Wylie Dufresne, Top Chef
If you dig retro-style sun shields but the idea of sporting anything preworn on your face grosses you out, head to this friendly neighborhood shop, which offers roughly 6,000 pristine vintage frames Read more.
Really great 40s through 60s retro and art deco pieces, if you're in brooklyn, it's worth a trip!
Best comic book store in midtown, with huge selection of titles. Ask the staff for their recommendations based on what you're in to - they are really helpful for finding new books.
Good prices for indoor plants, especially if you find one that needs some TLC - they'll negotiate! Read more.
