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.

Trending: Black and White Polka Dots

Seeing dots before your eyes? Not so many as you will come spring and summer, especially black and white ones. Dresses I left to right Ellie Midi Dress by Lovers + Friends– small sizes only left. Girlie cotton dress with adjustable cami straps, ruffle down the front from waist to

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Valentine’s Gifts for Men

Buddy, Boyfriend, Husband? A few ideas. Drinks Themed Top: Scotch-Infused Toothpicks Gift Set– Something of a hoot. These feature a barrel-aged, Islay single malt made by a 200-year-old distillery for a distinctively smoky flavor with notes of peat and complex caramel. Sustainably forested wood soaked in the premium scotch and

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The Lady in Red: Valentine’s Day Brights

Heads up! Several dozen dresses I selected were sold out or all but sold out. There are apparently lots of women who think ahead. If you’re interested, pounce. And remember, you’ll want to get more than single use out of this. Chose accordingly. Strapless Left: Strapless Hi Low Dress by

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Trending: Patchwork

Get ready for patchwork… Everything from irregular construction including raw edges to late sixties era hippie silhouettes to overlapping patterns without defined edges; patchworks of the same pattern in different colors and those featuring a cornucopia of prints. Skirts Left: Stella McCartney Printed Culottes – Cool and modern. Cut from

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Resortwear (Or Buy it now for Summer) Part II

The vicissitudes of fashion dictate that resort wear is here and gone. If you’re lucky enough to be going somewhere warm, these are timely. If not, remember, they won’t be available when the season arrives. Carpe diem. Dresses with Cut-Outs – a continuing trend- left to right Tamara Midi Dress

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Valentine Gifts for the Yoga Lover in Your Life

The health benefits of yoga are well known. This popular form of physical exercise focuses on breath control, relaxation, meditation and positive thinking. Fans say that yoga helps to develop harmony in the body, mind, and environment. And who couldn’t use some stress release during winter? If you have some yoga

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Resortwear (Or Buy Now for Summer) Part I

The vicissitudes of fashion dictate that resortwear is here and gone. If you’re lucky enough to be going somewhere warm, these are timely. If not, remember, they won’t be available when the season arrives. Carpe diem. Light Dresses Left: PatBO Paradise Dress – Beautiful print, flattering silhouette. Polyester, elastane flounced

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Statement Neck Pieces

Solid colors and unfussy silhouettes are more prevalent than ever in off-the-runway fashion.  Decoration by accessory is the way to go. Here are some artful and often brave pieces with which to turn heads. Most come in other colors. Blue Left: Navy Blue and Gold Turquoise Statement Necklace–  Handsome, somewhat

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Trending: Black and White Polka Dots

Seeing dots before your eyes? Not so many as you will come spring and summer, especially black and white ones. Dresses I left to right Ellie Midi Dress by Lovers + Friends– small sizes only left. Girlie cotton dress with adjustable cami straps, ruffle down the front from waist to hem. Hidden back zipper closure. Back seam slit. Sale $68.00 Lauren Ralph Lauren Polka-Dot Crepe Midi Dress– Flowy and feminine. Slim fit. Rounded neckline. Concealed

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Valentine’s Gifts for Men

Buddy, Boyfriend, Husband? A few ideas. Drinks Themed Top: Scotch-Infused Toothpicks Gift Set– Something of a hoot. These feature a barrel-aged, Islay single malt made by a 200-year-old distillery for a distinctively smoky flavor with notes of peat and complex caramel. Sustainably forested wood soaked in the premium scotch and then kiln dried. Release the flavor (it’s just a hint, so don’t pour out your good stuff) by gently biting the wood. 4 glass vials:

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The Lady in Red: Valentine’s Day Brights

Heads up! Several dozen dresses I selected were sold out or all but sold out. There are apparently lots of women who think ahead. If you’re interested, pounce. And remember, you’ll want to get more than single use out of this. Chose accordingly. Strapless Left: Strapless Hi Low Dress by Susana Monaco– Young and dancy.  Partially lined, nylon/lycra dress with elasticized neckline. Asymmetrical hem. Jewelry ready. $229.00 Center: Dillion Midi by Lovers + Friends– Flirty

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Trending: Patchwork

Get ready for patchwork… Everything from irregular construction including raw edges to late sixties era hippie silhouettes to overlapping patterns without defined edges; patchworks of the same pattern in different colors and those featuring a cornucopia of prints. Skirts Left: Stella McCartney Printed Culottes – Cool and modern. Cut from silk-moire printed with contrasting chevrons and stripes. A cropped wide-leg silhouette.  Black and off-white. Concealed hook and zipper fastening at front. 60% off at $438.00

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Resortwear (Or Buy it now for Summer) Part II

The vicissitudes of fashion dictate that resort wear is here and gone. If you’re lucky enough to be going somewhere warm, these are timely. If not, remember, they won’t be available when the season arrives. Carpe diem. Dresses with Cut-Outs – a continuing trend- left to right Tamara Midi Dress by About Us: As pure as it gets. Fully linedcotton/nylon/spandex/Non-slip silicone neckline. Front knot detail with cut-out. Hidden back zipper closure Neckline to hem measures

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Valentine Gifts for the Yoga Lover in Your Life

The health benefits of yoga are well known. This popular form of physical exercise focuses on breath control, relaxation, meditation and positive thinking. Fans say that yoga helps to develop harmony in the body, mind, and environment. And who couldn’t use some stress release during winter? If you have some yoga lovers on your Valentine’s list, we have gifts that they will enjoy and even enhance their experience. Click on the item to see more information

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Resortwear (Or Buy Now for Summer) Part I

The vicissitudes of fashion dictate that resortwear is here and gone. If you’re lucky enough to be going somewhere warm, these are timely. If not, remember, they won’t be available when the season arrives. Carpe diem. Light Dresses Left: PatBO Paradise Dress – Beautiful print, flattering silhouette. Polyester, elastane flounced dress with asymmetrical hem. V-neck, side zipper closure. $575.00 Center: Blooming with ditsy florals in red and pink that pop against a warm marigold. Held

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Statement Neck Pieces

Solid colors and unfussy silhouettes are more prevalent than ever in off-the-runway fashion.  Decoration by accessory is the way to go. Here are some artful and often brave pieces with which to turn heads. Most come in other colors. Blue Left: Navy Blue and Gold Turquoise Statement Necklace–  Handsome, somewhat organic looking piece. Gold Chain, Lobster Clasp, Silver Chain, Navy Blue Turquoise Stones, Navy Blue Stones With Gold Accents, Navy Blue Stones With Silver Accents.

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