NiLu
“As a longtime Harlem resident, I believe the presence of mom-and-pop shops is vital to maintaining a sense of community in our neighborhood. I’ve known owners Katrina Parris and her husband, Mark Pinn, for several years—when they first opened [now-shuttered] Katrina Parris Flowers—so it’s good to see they’re still servicing our area with their current shop NiLu, which promotes artworks, decorative housewares, home fragrances, and gifts by local makers and creatives.” —Keita Turner
191 Malcolm X Boulevard
Noble Showroom by Incausa
“I’m a sucker for a gorgeous basket, but I also love Incausa’s emphasis on process and the makers behind each product.” —Kelly Behun
162 Noble Street, Brooklyn
MoMA Design Store
“This shop is perfect for gifts and decor for the design-obsessed. It also stocks fun objects that are awesome conversation starters.” —Joy Moyler
11 West 53rd Street; 44 West 53rd Street; 81 Spring Street
Ralph Lauren
“You can never go wrong with the high style of R.L. I love the barware for gift-giving. The bedding is outstanding.” —Joy Moyler
888 Madison Avenue
Ralph Pucci
“Pucci has a fantastic design program, bridging exceptional European and American designers to the U.S. market. His collection of designers are classic and timeless, all connected by their impeccable focus on craftsmanship and hypnotic detail. Hervé van der Straeten and Eric Schmitt, in particular, are masters among many found there.” —Tony Ingrao
44 West 18th Street
Roman and Williams Guild
“This is the place for wonderful handmade ceramics, dinnerware, candlesticks, and vases. The pieces are seductive.” —Joy Moyler
53 Howard Street
Shop Cooper Hewitt
“I love a good museum shop. Shop Cooper Hewitt is the perfect choice for finding unique and stylish housewarming gifts or decorative wares. Curated by the team at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, Shop is filled with eclectic treasures that will bring both delight and inspiration to your environment.” —Keita Turner
2 East 91st Street
Source: architecturaldigest.com