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November 24, 2025

9 gifts from NYC museums that are actually good

Despite the apropos name, buying someone a holiday present from a gift shop can seem a bit, well, uninspired. But New York City’s museums are anything but that, and their shops’ selections include some incredibly chic and unique gift options. From unexpected conversation pieces for adults to toys that will enrich little ones, here’s a guide to the coolest museum gift-shop gifts in the city.
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50 places to shop locally in NYC for that perfect gift

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November 21, 2025

50 places to shop locally in NYC for that perfect gift

We do so much of our shopping online that we sometimes forget the excitement of finding the just-right gift right in front of our eyes. New York City still considers shopping a high art, and some of the best shops on the planet are just around the corner from wherever you are. You’re sure to find a treasure for everyone on your list from the local shops below.
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30+ furniture finds for easy holiday hosting

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November 10, 2025

30+ furniture finds for easy holiday hosting

Whether you live in a huge loft or a tiny apartment, hosting holiday dinners can be a great way to bring friends and family together–and put your culinary (or food-finding) skills on display. The food is often the main event, but a meal needs a great frame to allow guests to mix and mingle. The key to successful hosting is to survey your space and make it as people-friendly as possible. Below are our picks to get your space ready for dinner party success.
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SHOP THE LISTING: A renovation by MADE adds colorful style to a $13M Cobble Hill townhouse

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September 11, 2025

SHOP THE LISTING: A renovation by MADE adds colorful style to a $13M Cobble Hill townhouse

At 25 feet wide with five stories and a separate garden flat, the 1884 late-Italianate-style townhouse at 234 Clinton Street would be a dream home for just about anyone. But the brick-fronted Brooklyn residence achieves icon status with a stem-to-stern renovation by celebrated architecture firm MADE, which added a vibrant color palette to design-showcase interiors while preserving the home’s history. Last listed for $12,995,000, the property's details, like pale mint green stairs, a modern kitchen clad in emerald tiles, and a top-floor studio, make this one of the neighborhood’s most exciting offerings. If you love the interior design of this home, we’ve sourced a few key pieces that are identical or similar to the items in the listing photos, so you can get the look for your own space.
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12 things to help keep you cool this summer

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August 7, 2025

12 things to help keep you cool this summer

While summer is for vacations, longer days, and fun in the sun, the hottest time of the year also means sweating and discomfort. In New York City, 2025 has brought extreme heat, humidity, and record-breaking temperatures. Whether you’re indoors or outside, we’ve rounded up some items to help keep you cool.
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Host like a pro: The best items for entertaining at home

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July 2, 2025

Host like a pro: The best items for entertaining at home

Whether you’re hosting movie night, showcasing your culinary skills, or hosting family or friends overnight, there’s an art to entertaining. And if you have the right tools, you’re well on your way to being a fabulous host or hostess. These are some of the items that can make your entertaining efforts a success.
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The best things to pack for a stress-free long flight

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June 4, 2025

The best things to pack for a stress-free long flight

Flying is usually the quickest (and sometimes, the only) way to travel from one location to another. But although it’s the quickest mode, depending on your destination, it can still be a long flight. However, we’ve rounded up some travel essentials that can help make the trip easier to endure.
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16 best items to instantly upgrade your apartment

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May 14, 2025

16 best items to instantly upgrade your apartment

After living in your apartment for a while, there’s a tendency to want to switch things up to make it look new. Fortunately, there’s no need to replace every item in your space. Just a few changes here and there can make a world of difference. These are some of the best items that can easily upgrade your apartment.
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How to create the perfect bedroom for a good night’s sleep

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March 25, 2025

How to create the perfect bedroom for a good night’s sleep

Your bedroom should be a sanctuary—somewhere to rest, relax, and recharge. Experts recommend sleeping an average of 8 hours per night. However, you need to create the right environment while practicing rituals that make unwinding easier. These are some of the items that can help you create the perfect environment for sleeping well.
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All the things you need to keep your New Year’s resolutions in 2025

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February 24, 2025

All the things you need to keep your New Year’s resolutions in 2025

Nearly two months into 2025, it's a good time to check in on your New Year's resolutions. If you need help meeting your goals this year, we've rounded up several tools to get you across the finish line. Whether it's making healthier choices, staying active, getting organized, or generally prioritizing self-care, these are some of the best items to help you keep your 2025 resolutions.
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January 29, 2025

17 Valentine’s Day gifts from NYC, with love

Shower your person(s) with love while showing your love for New York City with our collection of sweet treats and treasures. All of the below items can be found at local shops and businesses–or ones that were born in NYC.
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30 things to help you hibernate this winter

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January 17, 2025

30 things to help you hibernate this winter

True homebodies (I’m one of them) are perfectly happy to spend most of their time at home. They may show up for important events just to keep things from getting weird, but they’re most comfortable relaxing or working around their house or apartment. So when thinking of the types of gifts to buy, you can’t go wrong with something that makes being at home more stylish, cozy, comfortable, fun, or useful.
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December 18, 2024

25+ things to make entertaining easier

Whether you’re preparing to host family and friends – or you’re looking for the best host and hostess gifts for those who are – we found a variety of items that can make entertaining quicker and easier, while also making it more interesting, and more fun.
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December 13, 2024

Cookbooks from NYC’s top restaurants and chefs make great gifts for foodie friends and family

Top chefs from–or inspired by–some of the city's best eateries have published books filled with recipes and inspiring tips and tales from the world of New York City dining. Cookbooks are a great last-minute gift and often become a treasured part of the recipient's kitchen repertoire. This treasure trove of edible inspiration includes an international sampling of cuisines, sweet treats, and stellar vegan and vegetarian options, as well as tales from the culinary front lines.
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December 12, 2024

9 gifts for the true New Yorkers on your list

Have a die-hard New Yorker in your life? These gifts will let them show off their true hometown pride and even support some local organizations.
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December 9, 2024

11 perfect gifts for New Yorkers who live in small apartments

It’s no secret that most New York City apartments are cramped, so it’s important to keep that in mind when shopping for the New Yorkers in your life. Here, we’ve rounded up 11 space-friendly ideas fit for Big Apple living.
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December 4, 2024

Designer gift picks: 15 NYC creatives share their favorite finds for this holiday season

6sqft asked New York City designers, architects, and artists for their favorite gift ideas this year–cool stuff they’d love to give (or get). Read on for a curated mix of unexpected items selected by a few of the city’s most talented creatives. We hope you’ll find some inspiration in your quest for the perfect gift.
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The 23 best NYC holiday markets this year

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November 27, 2024

The 23 best NYC holiday markets this year

The holiday season has officially arrived in New York City, bringing with it the quest for the perfect gift. Whether you're searching for one-of-a-kind jewelry or artwork, or are craving a festive treat, the city's holiday markets will have something special for everyone. Ahead, find some of the best spots to find unique and meaningful gifts for loved ones this holiday season, from long-standing markets at Bryant Park, Union Square, and Columbus Circle to exciting newcomers like Macy's Holiday Square.
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November 6, 2024

10 best plants for apartment dwellers

From purifying the air to making your apartment feel more welcoming and alive, there are many reasons to incorporate plants into your home decor. However, for many of us, keeping these precious specimens alive can be a small but legitimate challenge—especially when space and natural sunlight are limited (like many apartments in New York City). To make caring for and sustaining the life of greenery a bit easier, we've put together this list of special and very sturdy plants perfect for apartment dwellers like yourself.
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SHOP THE LISTING: Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy’s $9.75M West Village townhouse is an all-season urban refuge

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October 17, 2024

SHOP THE LISTING: Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy’s $9.75M West Village townhouse is an all-season urban refuge

From the wine cellar to the terraces, roof deck, and outdoor kitchen, the West Village home of actors Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy is a dreamy four-story urban refuge with prize-winning interiors by the architecture firm of BKSK. Profiled in the New York Times, the celebrity pair wanted more space for their family; they put the 3,890-square-foot home at 19 Downing Street on the market for $9,750,000 in August. The pair quickly found a buyer for the Greek Revival-style townhouse, according to the Post, and the home is now in contract. If you love the interior design of this home, we’ve sourced a few key pieces that are identical or similar to the items in the listing photos, so you can get the look for your own space.
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August 20, 2024

30 best travel essentials for any trip

Whether traveling for business or pleasure (or both), having the right gear makes a difference. Feeling comfortable in any situation, enjoying the comforts of home, keeping the kids occupied, and having the confidence that you’re prepared to face emergencies, can make your trip more enjoyable. Ahead, find travel essentials to consider bringing on your next trip.
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SHOP THE LISTING: Park Slope’s priciest townhouse is an $18M masterpiece of modern design

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June 20, 2024

SHOP THE LISTING: Park Slope’s priciest townhouse is an $18M masterpiece of modern design

Not all big-ticket properties live up to their astronomical price tags, but the most expensive listing in Park Slope–a custom-engineered five-story townhouse at 535 1st Street on a prime landmarked block–is the very definition of no-expense-spared reconstruction. The five-bedroom residence, asking $18,000,000, was commissioned by the award-winning architecture and design firm Leroy Street Studio. Recently featured in Architectural Digest, this British Regency-style limestone mansion has been recreated with dramatic details like double-height entertaining levels and terraced, landscaped outdoor spaces, executed with flawless engineering skill and modern design expertise. The home would become Park Slope’s priciest townhouse on record if it sells for the asking price. If you love the interior design of this home, we’ve sourced a few key pieces that are identical or similar to the items in the listing photos. So you can get the look–without having to move.
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NYC is noisy: These are the best items to help drown out the noise

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June 19, 2024

NYC is noisy: These are the best items to help drown out the noise

Living in the city that never sleeps can be exciting, but sometimes, it can be a bit much. Every now and then, you might want a slower, quieter pace. From rowdy neighbors, crying babies, and loud TVs to car horns and alarms from the street below, your home may be louder than you’d prefer. And this makes it hard for you to relax and unwind, and even harder to concentrate and sleep. We’ve rounded up some ideas to help you soundproof your home (or at least soften the noise) and also relax despite those unwanted sounds.
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June 10, 2024

40 best Father’s Day gifts

This Father’s Day, show appreciation to the unsung heroes in your life. When choosing a gift, it's safe to assume these guys have enough ties and socks. Instead, we compiled a list of fun and practical gifts that they’ll actually want to use. Whether you’re looking for gifts for fathers, grandfathers, brothers, uncles, or other father figures, we’ve curated a list of Father’s Day gift ideas that are sure to please.
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60 best graduation gifts you can buy online

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May 10, 2024

60 best graduation gifts you can buy online

Whether graduates are going off to college, or completing their degrees and moving out on their own, the best graduation gifts include practical items they’ll need and fun and stylish items they'll enjoy. Below are some of our hand-picked gift ideas to celebrate this milestone accomplishment.
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