Bite Lip Lab

Local Artisan of the day is Bite Lip Lab. Have a lipstick color created just for you from natural ingredients. 174 Prince St. NYC, Soho. www.bitebeauty.com 

Faherty

Local Artisan of the day is the beach apparel brand Faherty. Premium materials, ethically sourced, great craftsmanship and environmentally sound; this beachside brand is for those whose best memories are by the water. 102 Thompson St. NYC, Soho. www.fahertybrand.com

The Hat Shop

Local Artisan of the day is The Hat Shop NYC, where you can have a hat custom made or choose from thirty milliners that are featured in this quaint shop. 120 Thompson St. NYC, Soho. www.thehatshopnyc.com

Modern Tibet

The Local Artisan of the day is Modern Tibet. This Soho staple has been providing artisan product from Tibet, Nepal and India for many years. From jewelry to artifacts all made with a modern touch that help support the local artisan and economies of these countries. 103 Sullivan St. NYC, Soho. www.moderntibet.com

Global Table

Local Artisan of the day Global Table offers local and international minimal tabletop and home accessories in Soho since 1996.  107 Sullivan St. NYC, Soho. www.globaltable.com

Maison Close

Local Artisan of the day is Maison Close. This new French lingerie brand seeking to reinvent a women's comfort with her nudity just opened in Soho in 2015. 32 Grand St. NYC, Soho. www.maison-close.com

Artists and Revolutionaries

Local Artisan of the day is Artists and Revolutionaries, a label that hand makes their clothes from repurposed leather and natural fabrics. 120 Thompson St. NYC Soho. www.artistsand-revolutionaries.myshopify.com

Jeremy Argyle

Local Artisan of the day is Jeremy Argyle NYC, whose aim is to create the best fitting men's shirts and sweaters in NYC. 160 Spring St. NYC Soho. www.jeremyargyle.com

MarieBelle Chocolates

Local Artisan of the day is MarieBelle Chocolates. What started out as an optical store that also sold chocolates has evolved into a local handmade artisanal chocolates lover's destination, with modern graphic designs and eclectic flavors that have influenced other chocolatiers world wide. Also a Cacao Bar and small cafe has made this a must see Soho stop. 484 Broome St. NYC Soho www.mariebelle.com

Michele Negri

Local Artisan of the day is Michele Negri, an Italian apparel and accessories brand made in Naples and Tuscany using traditional, artisan handcraft and precious materials native to Italy. 505 Broome St. NYC Soho. www.michelenegri.com

Meg Cohen Design

Local Artisan of the day is Meg Cohen Design. This little shop has been a neighborhood destination for cold weather and all year around knit and woven accessories. Especially known for her double fringe scarves and fingerless gloves. 59 Thompson St. NYC Soho. www.megcohendesign.com

BDDW

Local Artisan of the day is BDDW, a local furniture brand by designer/artist/engineer Tyler Hays which has timeless well crafted furniture made with indigenous wood from North America and even their own small batch ceramic collection. 5 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.bddw.com

Saturday's Surf NYC

Local Artisan of the day is Saturday's Surf NYC keeping the surfing culture in Soho alive and well with surf boards, their own brand of apparel, accessories and an in house coffee house to boot. 31 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.saturdaysnyc.com

Min New York

Local Artisan of the day is Min New York. Chad Murawczyk and Mindy Zang have created a haute parfumerie and apothecary destination in Soho that also houses carefully curated niche products from around the world for both men and women. Rare grooming products, renowned independent perfumery and objects de art are their forte. 171 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.min.com

Paint Box

Local Artisan of the day is Paint Box. If you ever wanted a manicure worthy of a high end fashion photo shoot, Paint Box is your answer. It's not just applying nail polish, it's a work of art on your nails. Paint Box offers a seasonal manicure menu that will have you obsessing over your nails as much as your clothes and accessories. 17 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.paint-box.com

Jean Shop

Local Artisan of the day is Jean Shop. With their custom woven signature orange selvedge denim made primarily in Japan and USA, the art of Jean making and custom distressing provides a jean that you will cherish forever. They even do repairs and offer cool and casual accessories. 37 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.jean-shop.com

Rachel Comey

Local Artisan of the day is Rachel Comey. Originally a fine artist and costume designer, Comey evolved into a designer for men's and women's apparel and a footwear collection made locally with footwear from Portugal. This brand is known to be radical yet romantic with modern silhouettes. 95 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.rachelcomey.com

Snowpeak

Local Artisan of the day is Snowpeak. Originally inspired by the pristine snowpeaks of Japan, this brand's goal is to be the world's leading manufacturer of exceptionally natural lifestyle products. With a mission to ensure the beauty of nature to be preserved for future generations, you can't go wrong with their well thought out nature products. 59 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.snowpeak.com

Tess Giberson

Local Artisan of the day is Tess Giberson. This knitwear brand with an artistic flair is created with an emphasis on traditional craftsmanship and conceptual thematic ideas. Such twists on knitwear has earned this brand participation in multiple museum exhibitions. 97 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.tessgiberson.com

Superga

Local Artisan of the day is Superga. This Italian sneaker and casual sportswear brand has been a longtime favorite with Italians for taking them from the city to the beach with their vulcanized plimsoll technology. 78 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.superga-usa.com

Jill Platner

Local Artisan of the day is Jill Platne. Jeweler and sculpture artist Jill Platner creates local, handmade, modern, organic and urban designs in silver and gold. A destination for not only jewelry and art, but accessories and tabletop makes this store a unique shopping experience. 113 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.jillplatner.com

Broken English Jewelry

Local Artisan of the day is Broken English Jewelry. What started in a market selling jewelry in California has evolved into a well curated selection of fine jewelry with modern twists and unique personality and style. 56 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.brokenenglishjewelry.com

Carson Street Clothiers

Local Artisan of the day is Carson Street Clotheirs. This boutique that specializes in men's apparel and accessories have selected a progressive design collection that yet manages to be timeless and classic. It's all in the end adds up to owning a very unique style. 63 Crosby St. NYC Soho. www.carson-street.com

Paracelso

Local Artisan of the day is Paracelso. This is quite a unique shopping experience in Soho. Luxor, the proprietress of Paracelso has had this boutique for over forty years. She is a fashion/art legend in NYC and her highly curated fashion installation is for the curious, creative and artistic individual. This is how boutiques use to be decades ago. Amazing textiles, objects de art and ethereal dresses are to be expected. Not an experience to be missed. 414 West Broadway NYC Soho. No website.

Montauk Sofa

Local Artisan of the day is Montauk Sofa. This relatively new furniture brand is designed in New York and handmade in Montrealusing traditional materials to provide a product that I aesthetically pleasing with its modern touches yet made to last. 51 Mercer St. NYC Soho. www.montauksofa.com

Palmer Trading Co.

Local Artisan of the day is Palmer Trading Co. This men's lifestyle label is dedicated to providing quality design and manufacturing with a distinct masculine style. Their collections are limited runs so there is always something new. 137 Sullivan St. NYC Soho. www.palmertrading.com

Babeland

Local Artisan of the day is Babeland. What may look from the sign on the outside like a toy store is actually an adult toy store (extremely women friendly). Sex toys galore but more high end, beautifully designed products for both men and women. No embarrassment, no shame here. 43 Mercer St. NYC Soho. www.babeland.com

Deco Jewels

Local Artisan of the day is Deco Jewels. This Soho staple has one of the best collections of vintage jewelry, cuff links, Bakelite jewelry and Lucite handbags in the city. Plus they also do repairs. You rarely get this quality anymore. 131 Thompson St. NYC Soho. No website. 212-253-1222.

Miguel Antoinne

Local Artisan of the day is Miguel Antoinne. This luxury fashion forward men's clothing brand takes pride on their meticulous attention to detail and tailoring with the finest fabrics from around the world. 39 Wooster St. NYC Soho. www.miguelantoinne.com

The Kimono House

Local Artisan of the day is The Kimono House. The Kimono House has been a Soho stable for decades. If you're seeking a Japanese vintage or contemporary design, the Kimono House specializes in Kimonos and all it's accessories. 131 Thompson St. NYC Soho. www.thekimonohouse.com

Maiyet

Local Artisan of the day is Maiyet. Maiyet redefines what it is to be a luxury label today as their uniquely design driven collection seeks to revive, retain, elevate and sustain master craftsmanship from artisans around the world. You get product worthy of being a collectible and the artisans prosper in their communities. Win/Win! 16 Crosby St. NYC Soho www.maiyet.com

Garrett Leight California Optical

Local Artisan of the day is Garrett Leight California Optical. This Los Angeles based optical brand's founder Garrett Leight is the son of Larry Leight the founder of iconic eyewear brand Oliver Peoples. GLCO has opened their flagship store in Soho which allows their customer to personalize their cool, mod frames. Plus the space encourages create types to stay, hang, listen to music. 149 Grand St. NYC Soho www.garrettleight.com

Purl

Local Artisan of the day is Purl Soho. Purl Soho is a destination for knit and crochet enthusiasts who love high quality yarns of silk, wool, fabrics and all the equipment you need to create your own artisan product. Purl Soho also offers knitting and crochet classes while encouraging a "tight knit" community. 459 Broome St. NYC Soho. www.purlsoho.com

Gentle Monster

Local Artisan of the day is Gentle Monster. This Korean eyewear brand is known for their high quality materials and high concept styles. A favorite for the fashion forward in Asia, now they are available in the states with the opening of their flagship store in Soho. 79 Grand St. NYC Soho. www.en.gentlemonster.com

International Playground

Local Artisan of the day is International Playground. This boutique searches world wide for small artisanal brands that don't have the luxury of setting up shop yet. Apparel, accessories and unique gift items fill this fun Soho store. 468 Broome St. NYC Soho. www.internationalplayground.com

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