February 13, 2009

Stuart & Wright New York

  Brooklyn, Fashion, Good for Gifts, Indie Designers

November 30, 2006

Fred Flare New York

Named after Fred Astaire, the quirky online boutique has a location in North Williamsburg. All your ironic, last-minute gift needs will be satisfied. 

  Brooklyn, Fashion, E-Commerce, Good for Gifts

September 8, 2009

Blue in Green New York

Super-hip and under-the-radar lifestyle shop for men featuring designers from Japan, France, and the U.S.

  Downtown, Fashion, Cute Waitstaff, Good for Gifts

September 8, 2009

Bird New York

Your willpower is nothing compared to the dress and jean selection from up-and-comers, plus the BabyBird annex.

  Brooklyn, Fashion, Baby, Charmer

April 23, 2009

Auto New York

A lifestyle shop for modern design junkies stocking bedding, books, and stuff for baby. Good spot for indie wedding registries.

  Manhattan, Fashion, Baby, Design Junkies

December 2, 2008

Pippin Vintage Jewelry New York

Sort through drawers of pearls, rhinestones, and Bakelite — at insanely good prices. Peruse cuff links, gloves, hat pins, brooches, beaded necklaces, cigarette boxes, tie bars, hand mirrors, beaded bags, and opera glasses.

  Chelsea, Fashion, Estate, Good for Gifts

July 14, 2008

Blue Tree New York

A pretty bi-level shop chockful of gifts, gadgets, clothing, and accessories for you, your friends, neighbors, family, or co-workers.

  Manhattan, Fashion, Good for Gifts

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