15 Shops in New York City Where You Can Buy Interesting Gifts

The holiday season is officially here! SecretNYC tells you where to buy unusual gifts from the best local sellers in the city's five boroughs.

As the holidays approach, many local boutiques and stores are extending their hours and offering expedited holiday shipping. You'll be able to support the amazing Enterprisesthat make the city what it is.

1. NiLu's Gift Boutique, Harlem

• Where: 191 Malcolm X Blvd.

This beautiful shop in Harlem offers a wide selection of carefully selected Candles, books, art prints and handicrafts from local producers.
The owners are inspired by their travels around the world and the lifestyle they have raising a family in Harlem. Holiday hours are 11am to 00pm daily.

More details can be seen here.

2. MoMA Design Store, SoHo

• Where: 81 Spring St A.

Don’t miss this exclusive MoMA Yankees cap, available only at the MoMA Design Store. Get a basketball inspired by Brooklyn-born Jean-Michel Basquiat and his work. For the little (or big) architect in your life, gift a vibrant model of the New York City skyline!

Check out here with all these New York-inspired gifts, plus other MoMA Design Store exclusives.

3. The Brass Owl, Astoria

• Where: 36-19 Ditmars Blvd, Queens.

Visit this charming boutique in Astoria, Queens, where you’ll find a gift for every taste and color! Whether you’re looking for a gift for a plant lover, a disco queen, or an animal lover, there are plenty of Astoria-themed clothing, accessories, and unique gifts (made by local Queens artisans)! Hours: 11:00 AM – 20:00 PM. You can check out their holiday gift guide here.

4. Yoseka Stationery, Greenpoint

• Where: 63 West St, Brooklyn.

This Greenpoint, Brooklyn store sells amazing stationery, notepads, stickers, stamps, and possibly the largest selection of pens you've ever seen!

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From adorable office supplies to practical planners, you're sure to find something unique for everyone on your list. Visit the store anytime between 13pm and 00pm Wednesday through Sunday, or check out their gift guide here.

5. Lockwood, several stores

Where:

• Astoria – 32-15 33rd St, Queens;
• Greenpoint – 98 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn;
• Jackson Heights - 77-13 37th Ave, Queens;
• Williamsburg - 485 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn;
• Sunnyside - 46-06 Skillman Ave, Queens.

This New York City home goods chain has locations in Astoria and Jackson Heights, Queens, as well as Greenpoint, Brooklyn! You'll find everything from cozy scarves, coveted puzzle collections, and candles to cookbooks and specialty items that make New York proud.

Look their website, to find out the exact opening hours of each store.

6. Fish Eddy, Flatiron

• Where: 889 Broadway at 19th St.

Head to Fishs Eddy for the best gifts from their dinnerware collection. Shop bowls, mugs and plates with beautiful graphics, from New York scenes to quirky prints and fun sayings. The shop is open: Mondays 10am-00pm, Tuesday to Saturday 18am-00pm, Sundays 10am-00pm, plus special Christmas Eve hours from 20am-00pm.

Check out their products here.

7. Fountain Bookshop, Washington Heights

• Where: 803 West 187th St.

New York's last independent bookstore not only offers a wide selection of books across genres, but also sells ice cream. While you browse the latest titles, grab a sweet treat from Jane's Creamery, sip a hot chocolate, or treat yourself to a root beer.

It is impossible to imagine a better combination than sweets and good books.

8. Sullivan Street Tea & Spice Co., Greenwich Village

• Where: 208 Sullivan St.

Choose from hundreds of organic teas, herbs, spices and more at Greenwich Village. Find handmade gift sets made from eco-friendly materials. Open daily from 11:00 AM to 19:00 PM. See more details here.

9. Exit9 Gift Emporium, East Village and Boreum Hill

Where:

• 51 Avenue A (Manhattan);
• 127 Smith St (Brooklyn).

This family-owned store prides itself on stocking its shelves with quirky gadgets, knick-knacks, stationery, New York novelties, and more. Exit9 sells curated gift boxes, which are packages filled with different gifts based on your interests (like the New York Booze Box and Spicy Box).

10. Artists & Fleas, Williamsburg and Chelsea

Where:

• Williamsburg - 70 N 7th St, Brooklyn;
• Chelsea Market - 88 10th Avenue @ W 15th Street.

These two flea markets are as fun as it gets! Shop directly from the small business owners themselves. They have everything from vintage clothing, jewelry, records, art. Artists & Fleas is one of the best places to find independent retailers and unique items. Chelsea Market is open daily, while Williamsburg is open Saturdays and Sundays.

11. November 19, Lower East Side

• Where: 37 Orchard St.

This beautiful home goods store offers products from all over the world in LES. From Japanese clocks to hand-painted jars, you will find almost everything you want for your home.

The prices are quite affordable and the range is constantly updated.

12. Friends, Bushwick

• Where: 56 Bogart St, Brooklyn.

This cute little urban shop in Bushwick sells used and vintage women's clothing, shoes and accessories, unique souvenirs and more! Their gifts are always so fun and come from all over the world (including brands like Brooklyn Candle Studio, Anecdote Candles, Field Trip and Only Hearts). It's impossible to leave here without something special.

13. Lil Sweet Treat

• Where: 184 7th Ave South or 30 Rockefeller Plaza.

This charming and popular West Village candy store offers treats from around the world. It specializes in gummies, chocolates, and other confections.

14. True Love Always, Windsor Terrace

• Where: 191 Windsor Pl, Brooklyn.

True Love Always owners Damian and Sarah "try to offer something unique and close to the original - things that are made in Brooklyn!"

This unique gift shop caters to those who value sentimental items and offers all types of home decor, clothing, holiday gifts and more!

Here you'll find a mix of local artists and classic, trusted American brands. Check out their products here.

15. Still Here, Upper East Side

• Where: 905 Madison Ave.

New York-based denim brand Still Here just opened a new store on the Upper East Side. It’s the perfect place to buy gifts for your fashionista friend! The storefront makes you feel like you’re walking into your best friend’s living room. All the while, you can browse jeans and enjoy a cup of coffee! Check out their new store or shop online here.