THE LOCAL ARTISAN GUIDE
Local Artisan of the day is Top Hat. This store is full of products you didn't know you needed to have. The eclectic collection includes journals, pens, artworks, maps, I can go on. The variety is wide and thoughtfully put together from artisans around the world. A Lower East Side must. 245 Broome St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.tophatnyc.com
Local Artisan of the day is Moo Shoes. This vegan friendly shoe brand has opened a store that also includes other brands that share their cause. Footwear, handbags, accessories and other vegan stylish product share the store with their adorable rescue cats. If you are a stylish animal lover, this store is for you. 78 Orchard St. NYC Lower East Side, www.mooshoes.com
Local Artisan of the day is Yumi Kim. This ultra feminine brand has vintage silhouette dresses mixed with an urban flowery mystique. 105 Stanton St. NYC Lower East Side www.yumikim.com
Local Artisan of the day is By Robert James. This men's lifestyle brand is founded on timeless, handsome classics with a modern twist. Robert James's collection is created with local manufacturing to support our local economy, so you could look your best whilst being environmentally sound. 74 Orchard St. NYC Lower East Side. www.byrobertjames.com
Local Artisan of the day is Alexander Olch. This filmmaker turned designer started creating neckties, bow ties and pocket squares because he felt there were no men's neckwear available that is witty, fun and played on the classics. More accessories are being added to the collection. 14 Orchard St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.olch.com
Local Artisan of the day is Billykirk. This American made, American brand focuses on leather and canvas bags and accessories. The designs are understated and function-driven but handsome and made for longevity that will only improve with age. The price points are a bargain for goods that are partially crafted by Amish artisans. 16 Orchard St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.billykirk.com
Local Artisan of the day is Coming Soon. This furniture/gifts/home decor store is inspired by the local neighborhood and features emerging, affordable designers along with brands that have been around for decades with a clever mix of the old with the new. 37 Orchard St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.comingsoonnewyork.com
Local Artisan of the day is The Rising States. This women's boutique is dedicated to emerging designers with a strong focus on American talent. Clothing, shoes, accessories and jewelry can all be found here with a fashion forward edge and urban hipness. 168 Ludlow St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.therisingstatesnyc.com
Local Artisan of the day is The Hoodie Shop. This shop has curated for you the best and most unique selection of hooded items from around the world for men, women and children. You'll be amazed how many items come attached with a hood. The DJ booth in the corner also makes this a fun place to hang. 181 Orchard St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.thehoodieshop.com
Local Artisan of the day is Ludlow Guitars. This family owned boutique guitar shop sells the finest new and vintage guitars and all the equipment that comes with owning a guitar. You can use one of their two sound rooms to check out how the guitars sound. Plus they also offer repairs and are dedicated to donating a portion of their profits to local charities. 172 Orchard St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.ludlowguitars.com
Local Artisan of the day is Carolina Sarria. This luxury women's lifestyle brand is the collaborative of Carolina Sarria and Bianca Allen whose aim is to challenge what it means to be feminine while celebrating your freedom to express yourself. Safe to say that you'll be the woman people remember when you explore the striking styles this brand has to offer. 149 Ludlow St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.carolinasarria.com
Why is there a pharmacy on an artisan list? Because this is not your mama's pharmacy. Stanley George, after years of going the road less traveled when it comes to being a pharmacist has created a pharmacy thats a throwback to the ways pharmacies use to be; soda fountains, a community spirit where your pharmacist knows your name, alternative treatments and an evolved look on wellness. 31 Ludlow St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.stanleyspharmacy.com
This minimalist shop is the home of Quinn, a contemporary, luxury, lifestyle brand. Definitely fashion forward, Quinn designs for both men and women with sparse lines and fine fabrics. They also carry fun accessories, unique home products and now their own fragrance. 181 Orchard St. NYC, Lower East Side. www.quinnshop.com
This family owned jewelry shop has been catering since the early seventies to the rocker, biker and heavy metal set. They create individually hand carved pieces and also will design bespoke jewelry for clients famous and non famous alike. It's a neighborhood legend and not to be missed. 72 Orchard St. NYC Lower East Side. www.thegreatfroglondon.com
