Doesn’t spring in New York sound lovely? We’ve been cooped up a long time, and Manhattan is calling. Here are some of our favorite boutiques and galleries in NYC – see you there?
Aero
200 Lexington Avenue (Midtown)
Before Thomas O’Brien was a household name thanks to his partnerships with Marshall Field’s, Visual Comfort, Waterworks, Target and more, there was Aero, the retail partner to O’Brien’s design firm. Recently relocated to Midtown from its long run in Soho, Aero features O’Brien’s latest finds in a revolving selection of antiques, art, tableware and refurbished vintage modern furniture.
BDDW
5 Crosby Street (Soho)
Founded by artist Tyler Hays, BDDW is recognized internationally for their individually designed furniture, ceramics and clothing. All pieces are fabricated in Hays’ Philadelphia studio by local artisans and craftspeople. The Crosby Street location is their flagship, but you can also find an outpost in the mother of all fashion and design cities: Milan, Italy.
The End of History
548 1/2 Hudson Street (West Village)
A mecca for mid-century glassware and pottery (think Murano and Blenko). Their largest-in-the-world collection has been carefully curated by owner Stephen Saunders since 1997 and is organized by color, making for striking displays.
The Future Perfect
55 Great Jones Street (Noho)
With a flagship in the heart of the Bowery, The Future Perfect is as much gallery as retail. Limited edition contemporary furnishings accompany exhibitions by up-and-coming artists.
John Derian
55 Great Jones Street (East Village)
What started with Derian’s signature, sought-after decoupage became a home goods destination for vintage and antique furnishings, linens, stationary, lighting and art.
Jung Lee
25 West 29th Street (NoMad)
Wedding planner to the stars Jung Lee branched out into home retail and the fashionable betrothed of NYC did a happy dance. Her impeccably curated collection of home goods and furnishings (perfect for your registry!) is celebrated for being unusual but timeless. Think everyday with a glamorous twist.
Mecox
962 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan (Upper East Side)
Mecox is so committed to providing inspiration to their clients they have completely changed the floor displays of their upscale home and garden furniture and accessories every Wednesday since 1998. Based originally on Long Island, the emporium now has nine locations across the country.
No. 6
8 Centre Market Place (Little Italy)
Though sometimes billed as “boho-chic,” fashion media darling No. 6 stocks an impressive selection of statement pieces from talented local and international designers. Insider tip: Don’t miss the clogs.
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