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I’ve been pretty much obsessed Liberty since their collab with Target when I was a kid. I’ve always enjoyed going to these sort of legendary department stores when traveling to bigger cities but there’s something extra special about this one. So many are in these beautiful historic buildings, but these interiors have been renovated so many times they just feel like your average mall. Not Liberty. This store is so beautiful and filled with so many treasures. I could look at their printed fabrics forever. Not to mention they have their own bookshop!
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lockwood in greenpoint - super cute little gift shop, has lots of cards and other knick-knacks like fun claw clips or incense matches, plus a little nyc-themed section
greenwich letterpress in greenwich village - card shop with tons of small business and handmade cards, plus stickers and some other things
bluestockings in the lower east side - amazing leftist bookstore with lots of events. check out their instagram or eventbrite page!
strand bookstore in east village - i don’t go there much but it’s a must for any book lover visiting, it’s huge and has a mix of used and new books.
front general store in dumbo - super interesting little shop with lots of gifts and clothing!
housing works bookstore in nolita - mostly used bookstore with some thrifted clothing and a cafe! & very cozy vibes.
nypl shop in midtown - underrated gift shop imo, great to stop by after seeing the nypl polonsky exhibit!
beacon’s closet in lots of places - thrift store, is a pain to go through on weekends because they get so crowded but you’re likely to get some good finds
peace & riot in bed-stuy - unique home goods and gifts!
min & mon in soho - pricey but very cute bags and they’re made more ethically than typical designer bags!
May 12, 2024
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New York’s best hidden gem! the owner makes all of the clothing at a sewing machine in the middle of the retail shop so she offers free on the spot alterations on anything she has made, there is an adorable shop beagle who greets you at the door, the music they play makes you feel like you’re in another era, but best of all… they stock work from over 30 independent sustainable designers from all over the place! the owner Liv is so incredibly fabulous and lovely with a sprinkle of pre war charm, she has the best stories and styling advice and makes you feel right at home! It’s dress up party vibes there all the time and every time you visit you leave 20x cooler. Plus- they offer free repairs on any By Liv garment FOREVER. lifetime guarantee baby!
Feb 14, 2024
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this is something i tend to do when i’m buying gifts for my family in the UK, because they have tons of interesting funky boutiques over there! (also importing stuff from other countries there is more difficult than it used to be 😕)
i use this trick with smaller fragrance brands, homeware brands and clothing brands that have a store locator section on their website - because if the brand you’re looking at is trendy or unique, you’re sure to discover other unique brands and items in the boutiques that stock them!
Dec 1, 2024
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Wire cutter posted their favorite instant ramens this week and the spicy seafood one did not disappoint!
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May 27, 2024
One of my favorite weekend activities! Here’s this weeks haul. It reminds me of going to the video store as a kid and gives me shopping vibes and I have a whole weekend of entertainment and did spend a cent.
May 27, 2024