Jacadi

This Parisian childrenswear line has a handful of locations throughout NYC but we particularly like the convenience of this Upper West Side location right on Columbus Avenue. A baby gift will run between $45 - $85.

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Ralph Lauren

Gifting a wardrobe staple from a classic retailer like Ralph Lauren is a great bet! We also love the Madison Avenue boutique’s attention to customer service and packaging. A baby gift will run between $45 - $85.

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Crew Cuts

Not all J.Crew locations carry Crew Cuts so if you live/work around Columbus Circle you are in luck! Please be mindful that this line does not carry true “Baby” - their sizing starts at toddler. A gift will run between $30 - $70.

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Vineyard Vines

Talk about a cohesive gift! From the reusable shopping bag to the adorable branded whale box, this is the perfect pit stop on your way to and from Grand Central. A gift will run between $30 - $70.

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The White Company

This British brand opened their first US location in Manhattan’s Flatiron neighborhood. As the name suggests their product offerings are always white or neutral, making for a great gender neutral baby gift! A gift will run between $30 - $70.

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Doodle Doo’s

This downtown spot has a children’s hair salon in the front and a gift section in the back! Conveniently located right on Christopher St. this is the perfect place to stop in between bar hopping in the West Village! A gift will run between $45 - $85.

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Splendid

A splendid surprise! Who knew Splendid had a nice collection of cotton basics for babies and children! A gift will run between $30 - $70.

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Livly

This Sweedish retailer opened its first US location in Tribeca. Their store is packed full of comfy cotton pastel clothing with unexpected details. A gift will run between $45 - $85.

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Amsterdam Wine Co.

Location, location, location! This wine store is steps from the 72nd street subway making it super convenient wherever you are headed on the UWS. The staff is knowledgeable and the shopping experience is charming.

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Sherry Lehmann

The rarest of the rare! This store carries super rare and exclusive bottles (perfect for gifting true wine aficionados!). But don’t be intimidated, they also have a wide selection of great $14-$40 bottles too!

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Central Cellars

(for all the procrastinators out there!) Convenience! Another wine store that gets major marks for location! Pretty much all trains lead to Grand Central making this a perfect pit stop before a spontaneous dinner for all the procrastinators out there!

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Parcelle

They wrap! Yes, they wrap their wine in adorable logo butcher paper! Additionally, their super curated selection is great for the person who doesn’t like being overwhelmed by too many options!

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Bottlerocket

They always seem to carry innovative new products! From trendy new rosé to cool new spirits, they always seem to have a pulse on newness in the market!

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Trader Joe's

The price is right! It’s no secret that you can usually find some great wine labels for a little bit less at this store!

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Astor Wines

Incredible assortment breadth! This store feels expansive compared to some of the other smaller footprint wine stores in the city. Whatever you are looking for, they are likely to have it!

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Chambers Street

They focus on organic wineries! Yes, most wines in this store are from biodynamic, certified organic, or practicing organic wineries.

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