192 Books, located in the Chelsea art district, is a bookstore that strives to bring back the bookstore to what it use to represent in the community before B&N and online sites took over. Its a place for adults and children to browse and gather for weekly readings on a wide variety of subjects. They also collaborate with the galleries by exhibiting both renowned and emerging artists. 192 Tenth Ave. Chelsea, NYC www.192books.com

Once a church, then a notorious night club, Limelight has evolve in the last few years as a high end market for clothes, shoes, accessories and restaurants. Whether you are looking for a McQueen Nike or independent, emerging designers it is a shopping destination in Chelsea not to be missed. 47 West 20th St. Chelsea, NYC. www.limelightshops.com

Located in the gallery district, this casual men's boutique has an industrial artisan vibe. There is a distinct curated mix of apparel and accessories brands from New York and Europe. 557 West 23rd St. Chelsea, NYC. www.letterjchelsea.com 

We love antiques because we are a big believer in repurposing and recycling. This antiques boutique has a plethora of vintage goods from around the world throughout the ages with a clever twist, the objects de art here are very masculine. If you are having trouble furnishing your husband's man cave to yours and his taste, this is the destination for you (and him). 146 West 22nd St. Chelsea, NYC. www.mantiquesmodern.com

This hip children's brand started out originally as small cosmetic purses and then with a baby on the way designer Emily Wang changed her focus to children's clothes and designed an infant kimono packaged in a sushi box. The brand became a hit catering to parents who most likely love tattoos & music concerts (they have some of the cutest graphic band tees for kids around). Definitely not to be missed. 82 7th Ave. Chelsea, NYC. www.luckywang.com

A family run business that has been exporting Moroccan goods all over the world for decades, it felt very authentic to see this store selling wares from Marrakesh in Chelsea Market. They have a beautiful selection of mostly home decor; tiles, poufs, lanterns, carpets and also very affordable accessories. Chelsea Market, 88 10th Ave., NYC, Chelsea. www.importsfrommarrakesh.com

The world's leading non-profit organization dedicated to dissemination, understanding and appreciation of artist's books. A longstanding open submission process invites artists and independent publishers for their publication to be sold at Printed Matter at their store, online catalog and other distribution channels. Printed Matter is also destination for an art community plus many other services. 231 11th Ave. Chelsea, NYC. www.printedmatter.org