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.

The Contemporary Shirtdress

It’s either your style, or it isn’t, but consider that these days shirtdresses are neither as pedestrian nor as staid as we remember. Reds Left: Michael Kors Collection Cotton Poplin Wrap Shirtdress– Ageless. Ladylike. Classic. Bold. Flattering surplice bodice and full skirt. Button fastening. Center: Tie-Waist Shirtdress– Tomato red classic

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Put Some COLOR in Late Summer

The easiest way to add color to your wardrobe is to accessorize. This lightweight jewelry can jazz up basics or add additional rainbow to brights. Necklaces Left: Hawaiian Neon Necklace– Handmade birdsnest necklace woven as if by faeries for impact without weight. Lobster claw closure with adjustable length…to order. Plastic

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PICNIC!

It’s time to get out into nature again. Whether you’re going to Central Park or Tanglewood for an outdoor concert, Storm King for the day or just driving until somewhere looks inviting, equipment is needed. Picnic for Two VonShef 2 Person Geo Red Picnic Backpack. Includes 2 stainless steel knives,

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Dress for MUCH Less

Summer sales have begun. Some sites start with lower price garments so reductions make them extremely tempting. The trick is to find style. Cotton and polyester dresses in which to float or flounce. Bright White –  left to right Lightweight Arty Maxi Dress– Linen/cotton dress with just a dash of

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Never Arrive Empty-Handed: Hostess Gift Ideas

It’s the season of gift giving – to your weekend host or hostess. And everyone with a house on the beach, or at the lake, or in the mountains appreciates a guest who shows their appreciation by bringing with them a useful gift.  We’ve assembled a few gift ideas that

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A Color Box of Blouses

Living in khaki, beige, white and jeans? Add a little color to the mix. Red Left: Eli Tahari Ebony Asymmetric Flutter-Hem Blouse– Long and lean. Round neck, sleeveless, cut-in arm openings. Racerback, back keyhole with hook-and-eye closure. Concealed side zip closure, asymmetric split flutter hem. Partially lined triacetate/ polyester. Sale

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Summer Whites (Not Bridal)

The illusion of consistent freshness! Looks great with a tan! Or red lipstick! Some are admittedly ivory. Casual I Left: Doe & Rae Spaghetti Strap Lace Dress– Swish that skirt! Unfussy, flattering silhouette. Sleeveless eyelet dress with ladder lace detailing for a refined look. V-neck. Non-adjustable spaghetti straps. Hidden back

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Jumpsuits

Easy to pack, easy to wear, nothing to coordinate except accessories; in a multitude of styles Blues Left: Yumi Kim Hot to Trot Jumpsuit– Ready to party. Feminine and flattering. Silk crepe. Boned, padded bodice with nonslip rubber binding at top hem. Straight-cut strapless style. Hook-and-eye and hidden zipper closure

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The Contemporary Shirtdress

It’s either your style, or it isn’t, but consider that these days shirtdresses are neither as pedestrian nor as staid as we remember. Reds Left: Michael Kors Collection Cotton Poplin Wrap Shirtdress– Ageless. Ladylike. Classic. Bold. Flattering surplice bodice and full skirt. Button fastening. Center: Tie-Waist Shirtdress– Tomato red classic in machine washable linen/cotton. Flattering side splits and stitch detailing on the placket, belt and pockets. Button fastening at front. Two front pockets. Midi. Unlined.

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Put Some COLOR in Late Summer

The easiest way to add color to your wardrobe is to accessorize. This lightweight jewelry can jazz up basics or add additional rainbow to brights. Necklaces Left: Hawaiian Neon Necklace– Handmade birdsnest necklace woven as if by faeries for impact without weight. Lobster claw closure with adjustable length…to order. Plastic and resin beads. $33.15 Right: Multicolor, Chunky Beaded Necklace– Fun! 16″ Necklace with a 4″ silver extender chain. Acrylic beads. $24.90 NINE Colors Beaded Three

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PICNIC!

It’s time to get out into nature again. Whether you’re going to Central Park or Tanglewood for an outdoor concert, Storm King for the day or just driving until somewhere looks inviting, equipment is needed. Picnic for Two VonShef 2 Person Geo Red Picnic Backpack. Includes 2 stainless steel knives, 2 stainless steel forks, 2 stainless steel spoons, 2 dinner plates, 2 plastic wine glasses and 2 cotton napkins; also included – salt and pepper

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Dress for MUCH Less

Summer sales have begun. Some sites start with lower price garments so reductions make them extremely tempting. The trick is to find style. Cotton and polyester dresses in which to float or flounce. Bright White –  left to right Lightweight Arty Maxi Dress– Linen/cotton dress with just a dash of subtle design. Tiered; floral design. Crewneck shift. $26.35   Backless One Shoulder Zipper Jumpsuit – Clean and minimal; backless to show off your tan. Polyester.

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Never Arrive Empty-Handed: Hostess Gift Ideas

It’s the season of gift giving – to your weekend host or hostess. And everyone with a house on the beach, or at the lake, or in the mountains appreciates a guest who shows their appreciation by bringing with them a useful gift.  We’ve assembled a few gift ideas that should make everyone happy. Primeware Wine Clutch Bag is thermal insulated to keep whites cold and the reds from getting too warm. A bag to

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A Color Box of Blouses

Living in khaki, beige, white and jeans? Add a little color to the mix. Red Left: Eli Tahari Ebony Asymmetric Flutter-Hem Blouse– Long and lean. Round neck, sleeveless, cut-in arm openings. Racerback, back keyhole with hook-and-eye closure. Concealed side zip closure, asymmetric split flutter hem. Partially lined triacetate/ polyester. Sale $131.32 Center: Emery Blouse by Lovers & Friends– Feminine and flowy- Lined viscose/rayon blouse with elastic neckline, ruched sleeve detail and self-tie sleeve opening. $138.00

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Summer Whites (Not Bridal)

The illusion of consistent freshness! Looks great with a tan! Or red lipstick! Some are admittedly ivory. Casual I Left: Doe & Rae Spaghetti Strap Lace Dress– Swish that skirt! Unfussy, flattering silhouette. Sleeveless eyelet dress with ladder lace detailing for a refined look. V-neck. Non-adjustable spaghetti straps. Hidden back  zipper and hook-and-eye clasp closure. Eyelet construction – Handkerchief hem – Partially lined. $49.97 Center: Broderie Anglaise Knot Detail Dress by Ever New– Flirty and

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Jumpsuits

Easy to pack, easy to wear, nothing to coordinate except accessories; in a multitude of styles Blues Left: Yumi Kim Hot to Trot Jumpsuit– Ready to party. Feminine and flattering. Silk crepe. Boned, padded bodice with nonslip rubber binding at top hem. Straight-cut strapless style. Hook-and-eye and hidden zipper closure at side. Ties at waist. Slant hip pockets. Partially lined silk.  $258.00 Center: Seersucker Culotte Jumpsuit– Cute, on trend, air conditioned. V-neck jumpsuit with exposed

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