September 8, 2009

Doyle & Doyle New York

One a former diamond buyer, the other an FIT graduate, the Doyle sisters know jewelry. Their showroom displays a hand-selected collection of fine accessories that range from Victorian to art deco to contemporary.

  Downtown, Fashion, Estate

May 5, 2009

Steven Alan Annex New York

Indie favorites like Sunshine & Shadow, A.P.C., and Acne Jeans hang on racks next to Alan’s famous plaid button-downs and dresses. Discerning shoppers will dig the jewelry, accessories, and antique Rolex collection.

  Downtown, Fashion, Exclusives, Indie Designers

August 8, 2007

Michele Varian New York

Woodsy, folksy, precious objects, plus gothic marvels and the designer’s famous handmade pillows. Take a peek in the jewelry case, too, as there are some stellar finds you won’t see anywhere else.

  Downtown, Fashion, Design Junkies, Good for Gifts

January 19, 2007

MoMA Store New York

Goods that reflect what’s going on in the museum (except you might actually be able to afford something here). Look for pleasing kitchen and tableware, jewelry by design firms, cool art books, and a selection of Muji accessories. Sometimes the gift shop is more fun than the museum itself. (Maybe why that’s why there’s a second location in Soho.)

  Manhattan, Culture, Design Junkies, Good for Gifts

May 17, 2006

Christopher 19 Design Collective New York

West Village home furnishings, jewelry, bags, and accessories emporium. Decor is retro meets organic (think oriental mirrors paired with barren tree branches).

  Downtown, Fashion, Design Junkies, Good for Gifts