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New York Transit Museum Store
New York
Lots of nifty transportation-themed gifts -- the cufflinks made out of subway tokens are just great. With all this train stuff, my 4-year-old son could spend hours here.Lots of nifty transportation-themed gifts -- the cufflinks made out

Niketown
New York
More multimedia advertorial than sportswear store, NIKETOWN is surprisingly low-key and attractive, with five floors of shoes and athletic wear displayed in Lucite and polished-metal surroundings. "Museum" cases display Sneakers of the Rich and Famous, and you're assailed by images of celebrity pitchmen and women. No sales or bargains here -- plan on paying top dollar for the high-style athletic wear. Somebody's gotta pay for this place!More multimedia advertorial than sportswear store, NIKETOWN is surprisingly low-key

Oscar Wilde Bookshop
New York
The world's oldest gay and lesbian bookstore was on the brink of extinction a few years ago but has made a strong comeback under new ownership. The nice staff makes browsing in this landmark a pleasure. Recipient of a 2006 Leadership Award from the Publishing Triangle, it's where you'll find the latest literary and popular LGBT work.The world's oldest gay and lesbian bookstore was on the

Other Music
New York
Head to Other Music for the wildest sounds in town. You won't find a major label here. This shop focuses exclusively on small international labels, especially those on the cutting edge. The bizarro runs the gamut from underground Japanese spin doctors to obscure Irish folk; needless to say, the world-music selection is terrific -- fascinating and bound to be filled with music you've never heard of. The sales staff really know their stuff, so ask away.Head to Other Music for the wildest sounds in town.

Paragon Sporting Goods
New York
The emphasis at this excellent all-purpose sporting-goods store -- New York's best -- is on equipment and athletic wear for virtually every sport, from tennis to biking to mountain climbing. End-of-the-season sales, especially on sneakers and outdoor clothing, bring serious discounts.The emphasis at this excellent all-purpose sporting-goods store -- New

Patagonia
New York
Expensive though it may be, Patagonia deserves kudos for its commitment to producing efficient and ecofriendly sports and adventure wear -- fleece pullovers made from recycled plastic soda bottles, shell jackets in ultralight weatherproof materials, and organic cotton T-shirts.Expensive though it may be, Patagonia deserves kudos for its

Patagonia
New York
Expensive though it may be, Patagonia deserves kudos for its commitment to producing efficient and ecofriendly sports and adventure wear -- fleece pullovers made from recycled plastic soda bottles, shell jackets in ultralight weatherproof materials, and organic cotton T-shirts.Expensive though it may be, Patagonia deserves kudos for its

Paul Smith
New York
This temple of new English fashion is a can't-miss. When it comes to menswear that's at once fashion-forward and undisputedly classic, Paul Smith wins the prize, with jackets, suits, pants, shoes, sportswear, and accessories that are super-pricey but worth every cent.This temple of new English fashion is a can't-miss. When

Paul Smith
New York
This temple of new English fashion is a can't-miss. When it comes to menswear that's at once fashion-forward and undisputedly classic, Paul Smith wins the prize, with jackets, suits, pants, shoes, sportswear, and accessories that are super-pricey but worth every cent.This temple of new English fashion is a can't-miss. When

Paul Stuart
New York
Paul Stuart is a touch more hip and a touch more expensive than Brooks Brothers. Stuart is the classic New York haberdasher -- gorgeous fabrics, impeccable tailoring, expensive price tags on everything from suits to weekend wear; there's women's wear, too, but Paul Stuart is more about men. This is a way-of-life store for those who subscribe.Paul Stuart is a touch more hip and a touch

Pearl River
New York
After moving from tight quarters on Canal Street to a more spacious location, this Chinese mall still overflows with affordable Asian exotica. You need vials of ginseng? They got it. How about a pair of Mandarin-collared silk pajamas or a mah-jongg set? They got it. While you're perusing the goods, enjoy a cup of tea at the cafe and meditate to the sound of the store's bubbling waterfall.After moving from tight quarters on Canal Street to a

Polo/Ralph Lauren
New York
Among all the high-ticket designers whose shops line Madison Avenue, Ralph Lauren deserves special mention for the stunning beauty of his flagship store, housed in a landmark Rhinelander mansion. One of New York's first important free-standing American designer shops, it has continued to wear as well as the classics Ralph churns out. Housewares and infants' clothing as well as women's and men's clothes are for sale. The active wear and sporty country looks are at Polo Sport.Among all the high-ticket designers whose shops line Madison Avenue,

Prada
New York
Few designer labels are more body-conscious, cachet-laden, and downright chic than this sleek Italian line, which reaches beyond clothing to embrace shoes, accessories, and the hippest handbags on the globe (yes, still).Few designer labels are more body-conscious, cachet-laden, and downright chic

Ricky's
New York
This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range of beauty products. It's a haven for makeup mavens, with multicolored wigs, rainbow-colored lipstick, glitter galore, green nail polish, over 80 kinds of hairbrushes, and even edible undies. Try going into Ricky's and coming out with just a pack of gum.This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range

Ricky's
New York
This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range of beauty products. It's a haven for makeup mavens, with multicolored wigs, rainbow-colored lipstick, glitter galore, green nail polish, over 80 kinds of hairbrushes, and even edible undies. Try going into Ricky's and coming out with just a pack of gum.This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range

Ricky's
New York
This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range of beauty products. It's a haven for makeup mavens, with multicolored wigs, rainbow-colored lipstick, glitter galore, green nail polish, over 80 kinds of hairbrushes, and even edible undies. Try going into Ricky's and coming out with just a pack of gum.This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range

Ricky's
New York
This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range of beauty products. It's a haven for makeup mavens, with multicolored wigs, rainbow-colored lipstick, glitter galore, green nail polish, over 80 kinds of hairbrushes, and even edible undies. Try going into Ricky's and coming out with just a pack of gum.This chain of funky drugstores also features a wide range

Rizzoli
New York
This clubby Italian bookstore is the classiest -- and most relaxing -- spot in town to browse for visual-art and design books, plus quality fiction, gourmet cookbooks, and other upscale reading. There's a decent selection of foreign-language, music, and dance titles as well.This clubby Italian bookstore is the classiest -- and most

Sacco
New York
These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style with supreme comfort. Good prices and sales, too.These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style

Sacco
New York
These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style with supreme comfort. Good prices and sales, too.These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style

Sacco
New York
These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style with supreme comfort. Good prices and sales, too.These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style

Sacco
New York
These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style with supreme comfort. Good prices and sales, too.These mostly Italian-made women's shoes and wonderful boots combine style

Saint Laurie Merchant Tailors
New York
Family-owned since 1913, this custom tailor offers a huge selection of fabrics, from Scottish worsted wools to Italian silks, and offers you a selection of styles to choose from. The custom job is about $1,000 for a suit (less when sales are going on), substantially less for a blazer.Family-owned since 1913, this custom tailor offers a huge selection

Saks Fifth Avenue
New York
There are branches of Saks all over the country now, but this is it: Saks Fifth Avenue. No other store better typifies the Big Apple these days than this legendary flagship store, which is well worth your time -- and the smaller-than-most size makes it quite manageable. There's something for everyone here. Saks carries a wide range of clothing; departments err on the pricey designer side (stay out of the lingerie department if you're looking for affordable basics), but run the gamut to affordable house-brand basics. The men's department is the finest in the city. The cosmetics and fragrance departments on the main floor are justifiably noteworthy -- they carry many hard-to-find and brand-new brands, including Laura Mercier, the Big Apple's own Kiehl's, and more -- as are the extensive fine and costume jewelry counters. And the location, right across from Rockefeller Center, makes it a convenient stop for those on the sightseeing circuit.There are branches of Saks all over the country now,

Screaming Mimi's
New York
Think you hate vintage shopping? Think again: Screaming Mimi's is as neat and well organized as any high-priced boutique, yet prices are surprisingly reasonable, especially given the pricey vintage shops that have popped up around the city in recent years. The vintage-housewares department is a wonderful cornucopia of kitsch and includes a selection of New York memorabilia; prices start under $10.Think you hate vintage shopping? Think again: Screaming Mimi's is

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