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Tourneau Time Machine
New York
The snazzy three-floor emporium on East 57th Street is the world's largest watch store, carrying more than 90 brands and 8,000 different styles. The mind-boggling selection runs the gamut from Swatch to Rolex; Swiss Army knives, too.The snazzy three-floor emporium on East 57th Street is the

Toys "R" Us
New York
Geoffrey the Giraffe must be mighty pleased with this multilevel, high-tech home. It occupies almost an entire city block in the heart of Times Square, and even boasts its own full-scale Ferris wheel, which kids can ride for free. The huge collection is very well organized, and the store's "ambassadors" are abundant and very helpful; they'll even point you to restaurants and kid-friendly attractions in the neighborhood. Don't miss it if you're traveling with kids.Geoffrey the Giraffe must be mighty pleased with this multilevel,

Twelfth Street Books
New York
Tucked away on West 12th Street between Fifth Avenue and University Place, this cozy little trove offers great used books at amazing prices. Don't miss their small but impressive collection of vinyl records (remember those?) for sale.Tucked away on West 12th Street between Fifth Avenue and

Union Square Wines and Spirits
New York
This small, cozy wine store squeezes in over 4,000 varieties of wines. There are numerous wine tastings throughout the week and recommendations by sommeliers from local restaurants. The store is well located across from the Union Square Greenmarket. If you have loaded up with fresh produce for a picnic, have the very personable clerks pair a wine with your food.This small, cozy wine store squeezes in over 4,000 varieties

Uniqlo
New York
They call this place "the Japanese Gap"; I see it more like the Asian version of Scandinavian retailer H&M. Here you'll find hip, "youthful" apparel for men and women at very affordable prices. After a series of "pop-up" stores around the series with Uniqlo's clothes, in late 2006, Uniqlo opened a 36,000-square-foot, tri-level global flagship store in SoHo. The towering rows of shelves are stocked with cashmere sweaters, brightly colored sweatpants, jeans, and painted t-shirts (some for as little as $6). With most of the shelve space vertical, it's easy to browse here and, at these prices, hard to leave the store empty handed.They call this place "the Japanese Gap"; I see it

Urban Center Books
New York
Housed in an architectural landmark, McKim, Mead & White's 1882 Villard Houses, the Municipal Art Society's bookstore boasts a terrific selection of new books on architecture, urban planning, and landscape design.Housed in an architectural landmark, McKim, Mead & White's 1882

Vera Wang
New York
The petite powerhouse is still the hottest name in bridal fashions. Vera dresses scads of top stars (particularly petite ones with great figures) on their big day or for the Oscars in her simple, elegant designs. Vera's studio is open by appointment only, so brides-to-be should call ahead. There's also a Vera Wang salon on the third floor at Bergdorf's. Ask about the annual warehouse sale, usually held in September.The petite powerhouse is still the hottest name in bridal

Vera Wang (Bridesmaids' Store)
New York
The petite powerhouse is still the hottest name in bridal fashions. Vera dresses scads of top stars (particularly petite ones with great figures) on their big day or for the Oscars in her simple, elegant designs. Vera's studio is open by appointment only, so brides-to-be should call ahead. There's also a Vera Wang salon on the third floor at Bergdorf's. Ask about the annual warehouse sale, usually held in September.The petite powerhouse is still the hottest name in bridal

Waterworks
New York
The place to give that most sacred of rooms, the bathroom, an entirely new, luxurious look. Half the store displays top-quality, hard-to-find designer hardware and fixtures, while the other half is dedicated to thick Egyptian terry towels, robes, and bathmats, plus stylish accessories for easy reinvention.The place to give that most sacred of rooms, the

Waterworks
New York
The place to give that most sacred of rooms, the bathroom, an entirely new, luxurious look. Half the store displays top-quality, hard-to-find designer hardware and fixtures, while the other half is dedicated to thick Egyptian terry towels, robes, and bathmats, plus stylish accessories for easy reinvention.The place to give that most sacred of rooms, the

Yankees Clubhouse Shop
New York
For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets, and so on. Tickets for regular-season home games are also for sale, and there's a limited selection of other New York team jerseys.For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets,

Yankees Clubhouse Shop
New York
For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets, and so on. Tickets for regular-season home games are also for sale, and there's a limited selection of other New York team jerseys.For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets,

Yankees Clubhouse Shop
New York
For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets, and so on. Tickets for regular-season home games are also for sale, and there's a limited selection of other New York team jerseys.For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets,

Yankees Clubhouse Shop
New York
For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets, and so on. Tickets for regular-season home games are also for sale, and there's a limited selection of other New York team jerseys.For all your Bronx Bombers needs -- hats, jerseys, jackets,

Z Chemists
New York
Z Chemists is the midtown location of Zitomer's. You'll find everything from electronics to pet supplies. They have their own very good line of cosmetics called Z New York. Big Apple lip gloss will make a great souvenir; you won't find it in your local Walgreens.Z Chemists is the midtown location of Zitomer's. You'll find

Zabar's
New York
More than any other of New York's gourmet food stores, Zabar's is an institution. This giant deli sells prepared foods, packaged goods from around the world, coffee beans, excellent fresh breads, and much more (no fresh veggies, though). This is the place for lox, and the rice pudding is the best I've ever tasted. You'll also find an excellent -- and well-priced -- collection of housewares and restaurant-quality cookware on the second floor. Prepare yourself for serious crowds. The attached cafe serves terrific sandwiches and takeout -- ideal for a Central Park picnic.More than any other of New York's gourmet food stores,

Zitomer's
New York
This three-story drugstore is more a mini-department store than a pharmacy. You'll find everything from electronics to pet supplies. But the first floor is where you'll spend most of your time if you're looking for beauty products. They have their own very good line of cosmetics called Z New York. Big Apple lip gloss will make a great souvenir; you won't find it in your local Walgreens.This three-story drugstore is more a mini-department store than a

Jimmy Choo
New York City
The boutique for sexy stilettos. The shoe display is gorgeous at this sophisticated three-floor emporium.The boutique for sexy stilettos. The shoe display is gorgeous

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