Shopping Around Town

From timeless wardrobe staples to locally crafted finds, our Shopping section helps you discover pieces that blend quality with character. Support small businesses, explore NYC boutiques, and shop with purpose.

Oversized Sweaters

Whether you’re layering up, hiding summer over-indulgence or just like the ease, oversized sweaters in style go-tos this season. These generally have dropped or nonexistent shoulders, rather than just extra length. Many are boxy. Proportion counts. Most constitute investment dressing. They won’t go out of style. Light Left: Co. Wool

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Snakeskin (and Faux Snakeskin) Accessories

Though appealing year round, there’s something about snakeskin mixed with fall/winter textures that adds to stylish appeal. Handbags  clockwise Bespoke Black Python Leather Handbag with Woven Trim by NAGA – You’ll wear it out. Additional colors available upon request. Top Handle Bag with tassel and bumper studs at base. External

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First Look: This Season’s Camel- Not Coats

The first cool winds of autumn bring camel (color) back as surely leaves tumble down. (Summer khaki is not as yellow.) Whether you own/buy a classic coat, or camel as separates, the tone is de rigueur. Careful to check fabric content. Some of these are transition, others warmer. Dresses Left:

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First Look: Transition Plaid

Get used to it, there’ll be lots more. Traditional weaves and prints are stitched into both new silhouettes and classics. Pair with darks or brights. Fine Gage by Calvin Klein Left: Plaid Flared Midi Skirt: Everyday tailored.Approx. length: 30-1/2″ Hidden side zipper with hook-and-eye closures. Button details at front; faux

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When It’s All About The Blouse

Sometimes/often one dresses in a dark pant or skirt and wants attention drawn to the blouse. Whether you wear these in the evening or with jeans, each has its own sense of drama. None are at all pricey. Color Left: Bow Neck Cropped Blouse– Daring. For those of you with

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First Look: Fall Faux Leather

Why go to the expense of the real stuff when faux looks good these days. Of course, some is thinner than others, but price sometimes reflects the trade off. Have a little fun with it. Blouses Left: Commando Faux stretch-leather and stretch-jersey bodysuit– Snap fastenings at thong base. Lined polyester/polyurethane/

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Dense Prints

Spice up transition/fall with prints! Solids are inevitable, prints individual, unique, iconoclastic. Here are some exuberant ones. Be brave. Note: Many of these dresses seem to have slightly high waists. If you really like the garment, just cover with a wide belt. Blouses I Left: Multicolor Vintage Floral Blouse– Turn

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Ridiculously Inexpensive Transition Toppers

Ok, these are not heritage garments, but for very low tariff, one can add color and style to the time between sleeveless and wool. Most of the toppers are cotton/acrylic or rayon combos. Most come in multiple color combinations. Many – due to price level- don’t offer closure, but adding

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Oversized Sweaters

Whether you’re layering up, hiding summer over-indulgence or just like the ease, oversized sweaters in style go-tos this season. These generally have dropped or nonexistent shoulders, rather than just extra length. Many are boxy. Proportion counts. Most constitute investment dressing. They won’t go out of style. Light Left: Co. Wool Cashmere Sweater– Luxurious. Oversized fit. Mock turtleneck. Drop shoulders. Button-gusseted sleeves. Tortoiseshell buttons. Pulls over. Ivory. $895.00                                                     Center: Lightest Beige Turtleneck by N. Peal

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Snakeskin (and Faux Snakeskin) Accessories

Though appealing year round, there’s something about snakeskin mixed with fall/winter textures that adds to stylish appeal. Handbags  clockwise Bespoke Black Python Leather Handbag with Woven Trim by NAGA – You’ll wear it out. Additional colors available upon request. Top Handle Bag with tassel and bumper studs at base. External zipper closure. Inside: One compartment, a pocket with zipper closure and two open pockets for mobile devices. Interior Material: Premium Faux Suede or Genuine Luxury

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First Look: This Season’s Camel- Not Coats

The first cool winds of autumn bring camel (color) back as surely leaves tumble down. (Summer khaki is not as yellow.) Whether you own/buy a classic coat, or camel as separates, the tone is de rigueur. Careful to check fabric content. Some of these are transition, others warmer. Dresses Left: Allude Roll-neck Maxi Sweater Dress– Mid-weight knitted wool/cashmere blend. $420.00 Center: Two piece Elegance– Mid-weight polyester. Stand Collar. Button front. Guipure lace. Blouson, tied cuffs.

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First Look: Transition Plaid

Get used to it, there’ll be lots more. Traditional weaves and prints are stitched into both new silhouettes and classics. Pair with darks or brights. Fine Gage by Calvin Klein Left: Plaid Flared Midi Skirt: Everyday tailored.Approx. length: 30-1/2″ Hidden side zipper with hook-and-eye closures. Button details at front; faux wrap hem. Lined polyester/ rayon/spandex. Machine washable. Sale $65.70 (40% off) Center: Ruffled Plaid Sheath Dress: Office to drinks. Round neckline. Back zipper closure. 3/4-sleeves.

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When It’s All About The Blouse

Sometimes/often one dresses in a dark pant or skirt and wants attention drawn to the blouse. Whether you wear these in the evening or with jeans, each has its own sense of drama. None are at all pricey. Color Left: Bow Neck Cropped Blouse– Daring. For those of you with show-off, toned midriffs. Polyester/Terylene. Back zipper closure. Also in black $12.05! Right: One Shoulder Pleated Blouse– Arty. Polyester/Terylene. Pullover. $24.87 Not Shown: Seriously Ruffled Fuchsia

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First Look: Fall Faux Leather

Why go to the expense of the real stuff when faux looks good these days. Of course, some is thinner than others, but price sometimes reflects the trade off. Have a little fun with it. Blouses Left: Commando Faux stretch-leather and stretch-jersey bodysuit– Snap fastenings at thong base. Lined polyester/polyurethane/ spandex. Second skin. Machine wash. $98.00                                                                              Center: Faux Leather Relaxed Utility Shirt by Tibi– Lined polyurethane. Front button closure. Breast pocket. Buttoned cuffs. Shirttail

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Dense Prints

Spice up transition/fall with prints! Solids are inevitable, prints individual, unique, iconoclastic. Here are some exuberant ones. Be brave. Note: Many of these dresses seem to have slightly high waists. If you really like the garment, just cover with a wide belt. Blouses I Left: Multicolor Vintage Floral Blouse– Turn down collar. Button front and cuffs. Polyester. $63.00                                                                                           Right: Pink Floral Bow Knot Blouse– Turn down collar. Button front and cuffs. Polyester. Printed hem.

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Ridiculously Inexpensive Transition Toppers

Ok, these are not heritage garments, but for very low tariff, one can add color and style to the time between sleeveless and wool. Most of the toppers are cotton/acrylic or rayon combos. Most come in multiple color combinations. Many – due to price level- don’t offer closure, but adding that with hook, toggle, or snap is easy. Especially if you’re prone to solid ensembles, they add pizzazz. Sweaters Left: Hoodie Sweater Coat– Look long

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