New York City is a shopper's paradise, especially for gifts for her. From the latest in cold-weather gear to exquisite jewelry, handbags, and designer apparel we've got NYC's hottest gifts for women for the 2016 holiday season.
Gifts for Her: Museum of Arts and Design
Dorine Decayeux Jewelry at the Museum of Arts and Design: Dorine Decayeux’s delicate and graceful jewelry is an effortless way to make a striking giftable statement. Dorine weaves her pieces out of nylon thread, creating designs that are at once subtle and bold. 2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & Eighth Ave.), 212-299-7777, madmuseum.org
Gifts for Her: Cariloha
Indulge in natural luxury with the softest bedding on the planet. Cariloha sheets are made of eco-friendly viscose from bamboo and are softer than 1,000 thread count Egyptian cotton. Visit the store and get $25 off your sheet purchase with this coupon. 637 Broadway (btw. Bleecker & Houston Sts.), cariloha.com
Gifts for Her: Century 21
Designer Brands, Amazing Prices: Find deals on fashion for you and everyone on your holiday shopping list, from cashmere and down coats to sparkling jewelry, fragrance sets, and accessories. Present this coupon and get a gift card value from $5-$500. Century 21 has locations on Broadway uptown and Cortlandt St. downtown. 1972 Broadway (btw. W. 66th & W. 67th Sts.), 212-518-2121; 22 Cortlandt St. (btw. Broadway & Church Sts.), 212-227-9092; and two other NYC locations; c21stores.com
Gifts for Her: Federico Salon
A master of style and technique, contemporary hairstylist Frederico Calce has amassed a team of international talents that have mastered the art of cutting, coloring, hair extensions, and beyond. Federico Salon in Manhattan offer a variety of hair products to keep you looking your finest this holiday season. Unico beauty spray mask is for all hair types—10 actions in 1, for perfect styling: 1. Regenerates dry and damaged hair; 2. Detangles hair; 3. Prevents split ends; 4. Adds body; 5. Protects from heat. 6. Anti-frizz effect; 7. Long-lasting style; 8. Protects hair color; 9. Simple and quick styling; 10. Shine and softness. 57 W. 58th St. (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-262-3027; 125 E. 50th St., inside The Benjamin Hotel (btw. Lexington & Third Aves.), 212-207-4400, federicosalon.com.
Gifts for Her: Hammacher Schlemmer
The Classic European Copper Distiller from Hammacher Schlemmer. Handcrafted in Portugal, this is the classic copper alembic still used for centuries for making floral waters and essential oils. Only available from Hammacher Schlemmer, it uses the same principles of alchemy developed over 1,200 years ago by Alkindus, renowned as the “father of perfume distillation.” Once its copper cucurbit is filled with water and your preferred fragrant plant leaves (such as lavender, peppermint, or thyme), an oil lamp heats then boils the liquid, producing oil vapor that moves to the condensing pot where it is cooled and converted into a concentrated distillate. Mounted to a walnut base with steel supports and precisely machined valves to control vapor flow. 147 E. 57th St. (btw. Lexington & Third Aves.), 800-421-9002, hammacher.com
Gifts for Her: Hershey's Chocolate World Times Square
Perfect for the holidays, nothing says happiness like personalized wrappers from Hershey's, available at the Hershey's Chocolate World Times Square. Use this coupon and get a free candy bar with your purchase. 1593 Broadway (48th St.),
212-581-9100, hersheys.com
Gifts for Her: Intrepid, Sea, Air & Space Museum
Located in the new visitor center, the Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum Store features a wide array of items, from cool clothing and accessories, model replicas, and specialty memorabilia to unique stocking stuffers. Custom Intrepid items like the "Give Me Some Space" t-shirt shown here will round out your gift list. Price: $29.99. Pier 86 (W. 46th St. & 12th Ave.), 212-245-0072; intrepidmuseum.org
Gifts for Her: Luggage Source
Samsonite Cosmolite Collection. Curv® Technology enables Samsonite to create its strongest and lightest cases ever. Curv, a registered trademakr of Propex Fabrics gmbh, is a reinforced material made from woven threads of polypropylene and is exclusive to Samsonite. Its specially-molded shell-like ridges create style and distinction unique to Cosmolite. Made in Europe. Lifetime Global Warranty. Take 15% off your next purchase at Luggage Source with your City Guide coupon. 306 Fifth Ave. (btw. 31st & 32nd Sts.), 800-584-4774, luggagesource.com
Gifts for Her: Massage Envy
The busy holiday season is the perfect time to bestow a therapeutic massage and/or rejeuvenating MURAD facial service upon someone you care about, at Massage Envy. The perfect gift for family, friends, and co-workers. Mention City Guide and take advantage of our introductory pricing of $80 for a 1 hour massage or facial service. 525 W. 42nd St. (btw. 10th & 11th Aves.), 212-473-3689, massageenvy.com/clinics/NY/Midtown-West.aspx
Gifts for Her: New York City Ballet
NYCB’s production of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker ® is the ultimate holiday experience. Tickets start at just $35 at nycballet.com. NYCB mementos also make fantastic gifts: Women’s Grey Zip Up Jacket ($75), Nutcracker Book ($25), and Logo Travel Mug ($25). 20 Lincoln Center Plaza (62nd St. & Columbus Ave.), 212-496-0600, nycballetshop.com
Gifts for Her: New-York Historical Society
Handmade in Brooklyn exclusively for the New-York Historical Society Museum Store, these pillows give life to the time when women took to the streets to secure the right to vote. 170 Central Park W. (btw. 76th & 77th Sts.), 212-873-3400, nyhistory.org
Gifts for Her: A Second Chance Resale
A New York favorite, A Second Chance Designer Resale is a family-owned and -operated resale boutique with over twenty years of experience in luxury goods. Suggestions for this holiday season:
Louis Vuitton Monogram Montaign GM: A year-round must-have, this is the perfect go-to bag with durability to last through harsh winter months and simplistic style for all warm weather looks! Price: $1,970
Chanel Wallet-On-Chain: This refined bag designed in rich red caviar leather will take your holiday party fashions to the next level. A Chanel Wallet-On-Chain is the modern woman’s must-have bag! Price: $2,200. Upper East Side: 1111 Lexington Ave. (btw. 77th & 78th Sts.), 212-744-6041; Downtown SoHo: 155 Prince St. (W. Broadway), 212-673-6155, ASCResale.com
Gifts for Her: Shoe Parlor
The signature comfort of sheepskin meets the rugged appeal of a combat boot in this hybrid style from the Classic Street Collection. The ultra lightweight and cushioning Treadlite by UGG™ sole gives the Quincy a very comfortable finish, and pretreated materials repel water and stains, so you can wear it just about everywhere. 851 Seventh Ave. (btw. 54th & 55th Sts.), 212-582-0039, shoeparlor.com
Gifts for Her: Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
This holiday season find the perfect gift for everyone on your list, including the Water Fountain Necklace by Pico at the Guggenheim Store. Visit the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building and shop on their award-winning website. Price: $188. 1071 Fifth Ave. (89th St.), 800-329-6109, guggenheimstore.org
Gifts for Her: Tissot
Give the gift of time this holiday season with the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles Collection. Luxurious classic timepiece that stands out on the wrist due to the watch details and contrast materials giving it charm and sophistication. A variety of men’s and woman’s styles available starting at $850. Available at Tissot Boutiques in New York City: Midtown: 666 Fifth Ave. (btw. 52nd & 53rd Sts.), 646-669-7894; Times Square: 1515 Broadway (btw. 44th & 45th Sts.), 646-678-4930; Westfield World Trade Center: 185 Greenwich St. (Albany St.), Balcony Level C1, 212-732-0334; and online us.tissotshop.com