A DETACHER
Manhattan-based A Détacher is one of those labels every woman should have in her wardrobe. Its quietly luxurious separates ooze
an understated, timeless style.
What to buy An oversized hand-knit cardigan or a camel tunic will last you a lifetime.
Contact 262 Mott Street, Manhattan, NY10012 (+1 212 625 3380, adetacher.com)
MARYAM NASSIR ZADEH
This beautifully curated boutique manages to stand out from its edgy Lower East Side neighbours for its choice of offbeat yet wearable indie designers, exceptional vintage and cutting-edge jewellery.
What to buy Invest in a one-of-a-kind dress from local label Electric Feathers.
Contact 123 Norfolk Street, Manhattan, NY10002 (+1 212 673 6405, maryamnassirzadeh.com)
JUMELLE
Another Williamsburg favourite, this womenswear boutique is a must-see for its edited choice of labels handpicked by former CNN reporter and owner Candice Waldron.
What to buy Snap up New York designer-of-the-moment Alexander Wang.
Contact 148 Bedford Avenue, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY11211 (+1 718 388 9525, shopjumelle.com)
FREEMANS SPORTING CLUB
This eccentric boutique in Manhattan's Lower East Side pays homage to a bygone era when menswear was handmade and designed to last. Locally made garments are designed to be 'modern, American-made heirlooms', with made-to-measure tailoring and leather accessories. There's an old-fashioned barber shop in-store, too, to keep customers well-groomed.
What to buy A cotton shirt, pre-washed for extra softness.
Contact 8 Rivington Street, Manhattan, NY10002 (+1 212 673 3209, freemanssportingclub.com)
BILLY REID
Even the most jaded shoppers can't fail to be charmed by the cosy, gentleman's outfitters-style interior of Billy Reid's NoHo store, decked out in polished wood panelling, decorative rugs and antiques. Take time to browse the vintage-inspired collection of menswear and womenswear.
What to buy A pair of handmade shoes or a woven shirt.
Contact 54 Bond Street, Manhattan, NY10012 (+1 212 598 9355, billyreid.com)
BIRD
New York's most exciting concentration of independent boutiques and restaurants can currently be found over the bridge from Manhattan in Brooklyn, and Williamsburg's Bird boutique is at the vanguard of stylish stores in the area.
What to buy Make a beeline for hand-drawn prints by local designer Vena Cava.
Contact 220 Smith Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY11201 (+1 718 797 3776, shopbird.com)
DE VERA
Former gallerist Federico de Vera scours the globe for rare antique and contemporary jewellery, glasswear and furniture that he displays as a cornucopia of finds in a museum-like space in SoHo.
What to buy A one-of-a-kind antique brooch.
Contact 1 Crosby Street, Manhattan, NY10013 (+1 212 625 0838, deveraobjects.com)
SEIZE SUR VINGT
Hunt down the perfect plaid shirt at this SoHo gem, which caters for men who like a crisp, clean look with top-quality tailoring and natural fabrics.
What to buy A button-down plaid shirt.
Contact 78 Greene Street, Manhattan, NY10012 (+1 212 625 1620, 16sur20.com)
Jo Marshall is travel and arts editor at WGSN, the world's largest trend forecaster (wgsn.com).
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