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We laid down the shopping gauntlet to fashion editor Nandita Khanna: Find us 24 shops you can visit in just 12 hours. Here we’ve got them all, from a candy store run by fashion royalty to a vintage spot specializing in over-the-top ’70s style. The best part? You can start your retail therapy just outside the Hyatt 48 Lex’s door. And once you’ve been out all day shopping, you can drop — literally — into the comfy bed of your stylish room, complete with wine-stocked minibar, 37-inch flatscreen and room service from the on-site restaurant.
24 Shops, 12 Hours
9 a.m. Start the morning off at the National (557 Lexington at 50th Street) the latest opening from celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian. The French bistro-style restaurant serves twists on breakfast classics, including a decadent eggs benedict served with Berkshire pork belly — fuel for the day.
10 a.m. Bloomingdale’s (1000 Third Avenue) is an Art Deco landmark on the east side, catering to upscale New York City shoppers since 1886. If you’re on the hunt for an exclusive, head toward Accessories for a coveted Cambridge Satchel, the British-made bags that celebrities like Dakota Fanning and Alexa Chung have been slinging over their shoulders. Bloomingdale’s became the first U.S. department store to stock the collection, featuring an exclusive blue color that’s only available here.
Early in the day, search for handbags in Bloomingdale's, an Art Deco landmark since 1886.10:30 a.m. Bag in hand, it’s time to fill it. Do so at Dylan’s Candy Bar (1011 Third Avenue at 60th Street), run by Ralph Lauren’s daughter Dylan. Sate your sweet tooth with the dizzying assortment of nostalgic treats like Pez, Sugar Daddy’s and Jujubes, as well as almost every type bulk candy imaginable, from Swedish fish to Jordan almonds.
10:45 a.m. Head over to Madison at 59th Street and check out the new face of Barneys (660 Madison Avenue), or at the very least the always-artistic store windows. (Currently fronting the prime Madison Avenue real estate: a campaign called “Tree Time” shot by Marrio Sorrenti). Inside, gentleman shouldn’t miss the clever and well-priced velvet cufflinks by Italian designer Piombo — it’s the first time the line has been made available stateside. Ladies will find much to covet, including the accessories selection on the main floor with exclusives from hard-to-find labels like L’Wren Scott, the Row (by the Olsen twins) and Valextra.
11:30 a.m. Zip down Fifth Avenue for a quick dash into UNIQLO (666 Fifth Avenue at 53rd Street) to stock up on the brand’s ultrathin cashmere available in nearly every color imaginable — a steal at $99 a pop. These sweaters have cult status in NYC.
12 p.m. A few blocks south you’ll find SAKS Fifth Avenue (611 Fifth Avenue). Take the express elevator to the 8th floor and behold the shoe department, which has its own zip code. Don’t be scared off by crowds; service is top-notch. And in my humble opinion, there isn’t a more beautiful environment in the entire city to splurge on a pair of jewel-encrusted Christian Louboutins.
12:30 p.m. The Louboutins will be easy on the eyes but not the wallet, so pinch a few pennies and make your way to Canadian fashion import Joe Fresh (215 W. 34th St.) where you can score silk shirts for $19 and Isabel Marant-style booties for $80.
Come lunchtime, it's time to explore Eataly, Mario Batali's dining and shopping complex.1 p.m. Powerwalk down to Madison Square Park and brave the lunchtime crowd at Mario Batali’s Eataly (200 Fifth Avenue). The best spot is at the counter of La Piazza on the first floor for a flight of wine and a cheese board. There are plenty of opportunities to shop here, with Batali-branded kitchen essentials, cookbooks and sauces worth packing on your carry-on. Grab a gelato to go on your way out.
1:30 p.m. You’ll spot stylists and even the occasional celeb at Screaming Mimi’s (382 Lafayette St.). The shop has been around since the ’70s and unearths true vintage gems like oversize sunglasses, jewelry and clothing, like an obsession-worthy lambs-wool capelet from the 1960s.
2 p.m. Nearby, dip into Bond No. 9 (9 Bond Street at Lafayette), a fragrance store specializing in cleverly named perfumes inspired by New York (try my favorites: Broadway Nite, Bleecker Street, Astor Place, and High Line). Many of the fragrances are unisex.
2:15 p.m. Designer Billy Reid (54 Bond Street) has been dressing Southern gentleman for years but has just recently brought his quirky style to Manhattan. Reid’s selection of accessories is excellent; look for seersucker skinny ties, striped silk bowties and an under-the-radar selection of shoes like chukka boots handmade in Italy and canvas driving shoes that just beg to be tried on.
2:30 p.m. Even if you’re not in the market for home accessories, don’t pass up a chance to drop into John Derian (6 E. 2nd St.). This jewel box of a shop is chock full of handmade knickknacks and beautiful decoupage glassware (paperweights, trays, lamps). Don’t miss the back wall of woodblock prints by Hugo Guinness.
3 p.m. Make your way to Nolita for a visit to Rag & Bone (73 East Houston St.), which carries pieces from the designer’s main label as well as Rag & Bone/Jean, the line’s low-key spin-off that includes T-shirts, jersey dresses and button-downs. The adjacent shoe lounge has a classic collection of motorcycle boots and oxfords.
3:30 p.m. With young design-minded shoppers as her base, interior designer Nina Freudenberger opened Haus Interior (250 Elizabeth St.) for affordable housewares suited for the tiniest Manhattan apartments. New favorite items include a Navajo-style oversized bath towel and a bottle opener made from rope — unique gifts for the friends who watered your plants or took care of the cat.
4 p.m. Continue down Elizabeth Street to Thomas Sires (243 Elizabeth St.), a quaint spot run by former fashion industry colleagues Fiona Thomas and Allison Sires. The store carries items from Japan and France, making for a Colette-meets-Muji vibe. You’ll find the whimsical to the practical in a range of prices (on a recent visit, I spotted everything from $4 Japanese erasers to leather and mixed-metal necklaces for $900).
4:30 p.m. On a trip to Le Labo (233 Elizabeth St.), make a customized perfume with help from lab-coated staffers. Choosing from a range of scent options, from anis to grapefruit, and each bottle will get a name of your choosing. And if you run out, simply send back the empty bottle for more.
5 p.m. One of SoHo’s latest additions is the much-buzzed-about BLK DNM (237 Lafayette) run by Johan Lindberg, formerly of J.Lindberg. Here, denim is available in only two cuts (pretty skinny or a little skinny). Try on a chic leather motorcycle vest or a sharp blazer to exude the line’s minimalist-cool vibe.
5:30 p.m. Men who want to up their grooming game should visit MiN (117 Crosby). Look for German shaving kits by Merkur as well as some vintage-inspired shaving tools and hard-to-find Penhaligon’s aftershave and cologne.
5:45 p.m. As the day winds down, head south down Crosby for a pit stop at the laid-back Saturdays Surf NYC (31 Crosby). A hot espresso on the spacious back deck will be just enough to keep you going. Don’t worry, you’re still shopping: Grab a Miansi wrap bracelet made from rope to wear out the door. And trust me, these little items only get better with age.
6 p.m. Swing by Despana (408 Broome), a must-see for lovers of all things Iberiakn. Started by a Queens-based importer of Spanish provisions (and a favorite of local New York chef Seamus Mullen of Boquiera), the shop’s shelves are stuffed with jarred peppers, honey and preserves; there’s also a meat counter where tasting is highly encouraged.
6:15 p.m. Even in discerning New York, where the fashion pack can be famously fickle, Opening Ceremony NYC (35 Howard St.) has long reigned supreme. Stop by to peruse the house label by Carol Lim and Humberto Leon, but also look for more familiar styles from the likes of Alexander Wang, Olympia Le Tan and Repetto.
6:30 p.m. Before it became a mecca for prepsters, J.Crew was a men’s-only store in Tribeca. You can get some of that old-school vibe at the SoHo location of J.Crew, The Men’s Shop (235 W. Broadway), located in an old liquor shop. Spot vintage finds (Rolexes, tie bars) mixed in with the brand’s classic shirting and suiting, as well as exclusive Thomas Mason dress shirts and Alden boots.
7 p.m. Nike Sportswear (21 Mercer) is the brand’s only concept store with a bespoke studio in the back. Build your own Air Force 1 sneaker by choosing sole type, laces, stitching and more. This is also one of the few places to get the beloved collection of Nike Snowboard apparel — but be forewarned, it rarely stays on the shelves long.
7:30 p.m. Among downtown fashionistas, Kirna Zabete (96 Greene St.) is the holy grail. The brainchild of superstylish college friends Beth Buccini and Sarah Easley, the store is worth a visit for the edit alone — high-end pieces by Jason Wu and Vionnet matched with a smart collection of fashion books and ephemera, even pet accessories.
7:45 p.m. Finish off the day by doing good at Treasure and Bond (350 West Broadway). After scouring the two-floor space for products by Malin + Goetz as well as jewelry by Noir, you can swipe your credit card with a smile — all proceeds go to children’s charities in New York City.
8 p.m. You’ve done it — 24 shops in just 12 hours. Reward yourself with a celebratory drink at Little Italy’s Mulberry Project (149 Mulberry). The head mixologist can make you a custom cocktail from a list of the day’s fresh fruits, and you can tuck into small plates like pan-fried scallops in cauliflower puree and braised octopus.
We laid down the shopping gauntlet to fashion editor Nandita Khanna: Find us 24 shops you can visit in just 12 hours. Here we’ve got them all, from a candy store run by fashion royalty to a vintage spot specializing in over-the-top ’70s style. The best part? You can start your retail therapy just outside the Hyatt 48 Lex’s door. And once you’ve been out all day shopping, you can drop — literally — into the comfy bed of your stylish room, complete with wine-stocked minibar, 37-inch flatscreen and room service from the on-site restaurant.
24 Shops, 12 Hours
9 a.m. Start the morning off at the National (557 Lexington at 50th Street) the latest opening from celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian. The French bistro-style restaurant serves twists on breakfast classics, including a decadent eggs benedict served with Berkshire pork belly — fuel for the day.
10 a.m. Bloomingdale’s (1000 Third Avenue) is an Art Deco landmark on the east side, catering to upscale New York City shoppers since 1886. If you’re on the hunt for an exclusive, head toward Accessories for a coveted Cambridge Satchel, the British-made bags that celebrities like Dakota Fanning and Alexa Chung have been slinging over their shoulders. Bloomingdale’s became the first U.S. department store to stock the collection, featuring an exclusive blue color that’s only available here.
Early in the day, search for handbags in Bloomingdale's, an Art Deco landmark since 1886.10:30 a.m. Bag in hand, it’s time to fill it. Do so at Dylan’s Candy Bar (1011 Third Avenue at 60th Street), run by Ralph Lauren’s daughter Dylan. Sate your sweet tooth with the dizzying assortment of nostalgic treats like Pez, Sugar Daddy’s and Jujubes, as well as almost every type bulk candy imaginable, from Swedish fish to Jordan almonds.
10:45 a.m. Head over to Madison at 59th Street and check out the new face of Barneys (660 Madison Avenue), or at the very least the always-artistic store windows. (Currently fronting the prime Madison Avenue real estate: a campaign called “Tree Time” shot by Marrio Sorrenti). Inside, gentleman shouldn’t miss the clever and well-priced velvet cufflinks by Italian designer Piombo — it’s the first time the line has been made available stateside. Ladies will find much to covet, including the accessories selection on the main floor with exclusives from hard-to-find labels like L’Wren Scott, the Row (by the Olsen twins) and Valextra.
11:30 a.m. Zip down Fifth Avenue for a quick dash into UNIQLO (666 Fifth Avenue at 53rd Street) to stock up on the brand’s ultrathin cashmere available in nearly every color imaginable — a steal at $99 a pop. These sweaters have cult status in NYC.
12 p.m. A few blocks south you’ll find SAKS Fifth Avenue (611 Fifth Avenue). Take the express elevator to the 8th floor and behold the shoe department, which has its own zip code. Don’t be scared off by crowds; service is top-notch. And in my humble opinion, there isn’t a more beautiful environment in the entire city to splurge on a pair of jewel-encrusted Christian Louboutins.
12:30 p.m. The Louboutins will be easy on the eyes but not the wallet, so pinch a few pennies and make your way to Canadian fashion import Joe Fresh (215 W. 34th St.) where you can score silk shirts for $19 and Isabel Marant-style booties for $80.
Come lunchtime, it's time to explore Eataly, Mario Batali's dining and shopping complex.1 p.m. Powerwalk down to Madison Square Park and brave the lunchtime crowd at Mario Batali’s Eataly (200 Fifth Avenue). The best spot is at the counter of La Piazza on the first floor for a flight of wine and a cheese board. There are plenty of opportunities to shop here, with Batali-branded kitchen essentials, cookbooks and sauces worth packing on your carry-on. Grab a gelato to go on your way out.
1:30 p.m. You’ll spot stylists and even the occasional celeb at Screaming Mimi’s (382 Lafayette St.). The shop has been around since the ’70s and unearths true vintage gems like oversize sunglasses, jewelry and clothing, like an obsession-worthy lambs-wool capelet from the 1960s.
2 p.m. Nearby, dip into Bond No. 9 (9 Bond Street at Lafayette), a fragrance store specializing in cleverly named perfumes inspired by New York (try my favorites: Broadway Nite, Bleecker Street, Astor Place, and High Line). Many of the fragrances are unisex.
2:15 p.m. Designer Billy Reid (54 Bond Street) has been dressing Southern gentleman for years but has just recently brought his quirky style to Manhattan. Reid’s selection of accessories is excellent; look for seersucker skinny ties, striped silk bowties and an under-the-radar selection of shoes like chukka boots handmade in Italy and canvas driving shoes that just beg to be tried on.
2:30 p.m. Even if you’re not in the market for home accessories, don’t pass up a chance to drop into John Derian (6 E. 2nd St.). This jewel box of a shop is chock full of handmade knickknacks and beautiful decoupage glassware (paperweights, trays, lamps). Don’t miss the back wall of woodblock prints by Hugo Guinness.
3 p.m. Make your way to Nolita for a visit to Rag & Bone (73 East Houston St.), which carries pieces from the designer’s main label as well as Rag & Bone/Jean, the line’s low-key spin-off that includes T-shirts, jersey dresses and button-downs. The adjacent shoe lounge has a classic collection of motorcycle boots and oxfords.
3:30 p.m. With young design-minded shoppers as her base, interior designer Nina Freudenberger opened Haus Interior (250 Elizabeth St.) for affordable housewares suited for the tiniest Manhattan apartments. New favorite items include a Navajo-style oversized bath towel and a bottle opener made from rope — unique gifts for the friends who watered your plants or took care of the cat.
4 p.m. Continue down Elizabeth Street to Thomas Sires (243 Elizabeth St.), a quaint spot run by former fashion industry colleagues Fiona Thomas and Allison Sires. The store carries items from Japan and France, making for a Colette-meets-Muji vibe. You’ll find the whimsical to the practical in a range of prices (on a recent visit, I spotted everything from $4 Japanese erasers to leather and mixed-metal necklaces for $900).
4:30 p.m. On a trip to Le Labo (233 Elizabeth St.), make a customized perfume with help from lab-coated staffers. Choosing from a range of scent options, from anis to grapefruit, and each bottle will get a name of your choosing. And if you run out, simply send back the empty bottle for more.
5 p.m. One of SoHo’s latest additions is the much-buzzed-about BLK DNM (237 Lafayette) run by Johan Lindberg, formerly of J.Lindberg. Here, denim is available in only two cuts (pretty skinny or a little skinny). Try on a chic leather motorcycle vest or a sharp blazer to exude the line’s minimalist-cool vibe.
5:30 p.m. Men who want to up their grooming game should visit MiN (117 Crosby). Look for German shaving kits by Merkur as well as some vintage-inspired shaving tools and hard-to-find Penhaligon’s aftershave and cologne.
5:45 p.m. As the day winds down, head south down Crosby for a pit stop at the laid-back Saturdays Surf NYC (31 Crosby). A hot espresso on the spacious back deck will be just enough to keep you going. Don’t worry, you’re still shopping: Grab a Miansi wrap bracelet made from rope to wear out the door. And trust me, these little items only get better with age.
6 p.m. Swing by Despana (408 Broome), a must-see for lovers of all things Iberiakn. Started by a Queens-based importer of Spanish provisions (and a favorite of local New York chef Seamus Mullen of Boquiera), the shop’s shelves are stuffed with jarred peppers, honey and preserves; there’s also a meat counter where tasting is highly encouraged.
6:15 p.m. Even in discerning New York, where the fashion pack can be famously fickle, Opening Ceremony NYC (35 Howard St.) has long reigned supreme. Stop by to peruse the house label by Carol Lim and Humberto Leon, but also look for more familiar styles from the likes of Alexander Wang, Olympia Le Tan and Repetto.
6:30 p.m. Before it became a mecca for prepsters, J.Crew was a men’s-only store in Tribeca. You can get some of that old-school vibe at the SoHo location of J.Crew, The Men’s Shop (235 W. Broadway), located in an old liquor shop. Spot vintage finds (Rolexes, tie bars) mixed in with the brand’s classic shirting and suiting, as well as exclusive Thomas Mason dress shirts and Alden boots.
7 p.m. Nike Sportswear (21 Mercer) is the brand’s only concept store with a bespoke studio in the back. Build your own Air Force 1 sneaker by choosing sole type, laces, stitching and more. This is also one of the few places to get the beloved collection of Nike Snowboard apparel — but be forewarned, it rarely stays on the shelves long.
7:30 p.m. Among downtown fashionistas, Kirna Zabete (96 Greene St.) is the holy grail. The brainchild of superstylish college friends Beth Buccini and Sarah Easley, the store is worth a visit for the edit alone — high-end pieces by Jason Wu and Vionnet matched with a smart collection of fashion books and ephemera, even pet accessories.
7:45 p.m. Finish off the day by doing good at Treasure and Bond (350 West Broadway). After scouring the two-floor space for products by Malin + Goetz as well as jewelry by Noir, you can swipe your credit card with a smile — all proceeds go to children’s charities in New York City.
8 p.m. You’ve done it — 24 shops in just 12 hours. Reward yourself with a celebratory drink at Little Italy’s Mulberry Project (149 Mulberry). The head mixologist can make you a custom cocktail from a list of the day’s fresh fruits, and you can tuck into small plates like pan-fried scallops in cauliflower puree and braised octopus.
