The sales help is sincerely doting, the petite space accommodates about a dozen shoppers, and only select pieces from small, difficult-to-find, affordable lines grace the racks. En savoir plus .
If we were ever to win big at the blackjack tables, we'd immediately cash in our chips and beeline to this accessories shop to blow it all on a Bottega Veneta bag or Sydney Evan necklace. En savoir plus .
There's lots of clothing at this gorgeous shop, but the selection particularly shines when you zero in on the home goods, sourced from as far away as the flea markets of China. En savoir plus .
This location isn’t the chain’s largest, but it’s our favorite for its uncluttered layout and excellent edit.
With its white tiles and alabaster walls, it has the bright, clean feel of a spa, and we love its downtown-elegant shoes. The coveted lower-priced Belle line is located in a shop around the corner.
This iconic handbag company is known for its sporty-chic nylon totes and cases done in a huge range of prints and colors. Don’t miss the latest designer collaboration with Lilly Pulitzer.
Former fashion magazine editor Elaine Francisco-Sachs has a lockdown on clothes that L.A. girls love, including fantastically versatile Corey Lynn Calter blouses and printed Everly dresses.
Only a half block away from the Bryant Park, this is a great place to relax. Sit at the bar and enjoy a glass of Charlie Plamer's private label cabernet sauvignon and his signature beef tartare.
Area tailors whip up owners Abby Kessler and Katie Loftus’ cute under-$100 creations, which include party-worthy dresses and straightforward tunics. En savoir plus .
An unfailingly trend-nailing resource for work-to-cocktail-hour dresses, elegant coats, and dressed-up sweaters.
The focus here is on beautifully designed yet useful items, including staplers made from wood and glass vases that mimic cheap plastic water bottles. En savoir plus .
Established in 1924 as a workwear supplier for steel factories and coal mines, this denim emporium maintains an old-school vibe and is stocked with a trove of well-cut jeans from more than 40 brands. En savoir plus .
Its trendsetting pieces are also ultra-comfortable. DV by Dolce Vita—an even more affordable line—is on offer in a small space a few doors down.
Undulating sheets of laser-cut steel carve out mini rooms here, replete with Mara Hoffman gowns, little fur vests and strapless minis by Erin Fetherston.
Every year, designers from a different country or region go up against a permanent collection of American labels like Alexander Wang and Boy by Band of Outsiders.
We've long adored this boutique for its unparalleled blend of established names like 3.1 Phillip Lim, Alexander Wang, and Milly. En savoir plus .
This breezy spot abounds with discreetly stylish brands such as Isabel Marant, Alexander Wang, and Rachel Comey. Don't miss the well-curated selection of Philip Crangi jewelry and Golden Goose boots. En savoir plus .
Marked with a wildly cool, Mondrian-esque interior, Paul Smith stocks iconic highlights from the label, plus an offbeat array of giftables, like art books and enameled bowls codesigned with Stelton.
Stocked with beautiful silhouettes: smocked, cropped jackets over full skirts, and filmy dresses under swingy trapeze coats.
Streamlined, classic, and utterly French. Count on this line for a slim-cut trench, a cotton smock, or detail-free jeans.
Held inside a youth-center gymnasium, this weekend-only craft market is a great place to discover rising local talent.
More kiosk than store, and easy to overlook, G.G. is a peerless source for incredible imported chocolates, some in the shape of power chips. En savoir plus .
This shop has a loyal following for offering clothes that are hip but won't look dated at the end of the season. En savoir plus .
Petulia's is famed for home and wardrobe essentials that reflect its global-modern aesthetic, including Clu T-shirts, Eugenia Kim hats, Hanii Y. dresses, and Nicholas K jackets. En savoir plus .
Head to T Salon (9th Ave. at 16th St.) to take a seat, enjoy a hot beverage, and read a magazine. En savoir plus .
There's always an alluring inventory of fail-safe pieces from labels like James Perse and Diane von Furstenberg at this airy spot. En savoir plus .
Earthy home goods, colorful melamine dishware, pint-size vases designed to hold just a single bud, and other bound-to-be-loved gifts proliferate at this neatly organized design resource. En savoir plus .
The best happy hour ever! Stop by weekdays from 4:30 to 6:30 and weekends from 3 to 5 for free appetizers like fried risotto balls with any wine or cocktail.
