Best Places to Shop In Katonah
Best Places to Shop In Katonah: Katonah is the walking town that everybody wishes they had in their own town. And that’s good for shopping. Indeed, shopping is good in Katonah from fashion boutiques to fresh pasta, a vintage hardware store right out of a Frank Capra movie and it’s own department store circa 1924. And the gingerbread on the Victorian buildings makes shopping in Katonah a real charm.
Catherine H.: Catherine Hiriart’s “eco-boutique” is Katonah’s “go-to” spot for “to-die-for” women’s clothing and accessories that are both casual and elegant. Catherine hand-selects her collection from over 50 designers with an eye towards eco-conscious, soft and natural fabrics. Including, Ana Livni, Barena Venezia, Blossom Cashmere, Calleen Cordero, D’Antico Handbags, Etnia Barcelona, Fly London, Go Silk, Hanky Panky, Inizio, Little River Sock Mill, Marrakech, Old Gringo, Prairie Underground, Santiago, Softino, Testimony Los Angeles and Undo de 50. (18-24 Parkway, Katonah, 914.232.2010; www.catherineh.com)
HIM by Catherine H.: Catherine Hiriart’s men’s fashion spin-off features fashion forward clothing, shoes and accessories for style conscious men. Such as collared shirts from Signum Shirts, Secrid Wallets, Little River Socks, everyday essentials from R&R Surplus, bombers from Cockpit USA, jackets from Save Khaki United, Barena Venezia and Transit Italy. Plus Fly London Shoes, MAC Jeans and Little River Socks. (109 Katonah Ave., 914.401.9292; www.himbycatherinh.com)
Kelloggs & Lawrence: This iconic Katonah “hardware” store in the landmark green and red-trimmed Victorian is like a trip back in time. From the “old-fashioned” service to the vintage wooden counter to the peanut barrel inside the front door, a trip to K&L is like stepping into a Frank Capra movie set. But it’s more than a full-service hardware store. In addition to a full line of paint and hardware, you can shop for Weber and Saber Grills, fireplace doors, screens and tools, housewares from KitchenAid and apparel from the The North Face, Horny Toad, Marmot and more. (26-30 The Parkway, Katonah, 914.232.3351; www.kelloggs.doitbest.com)
Charles Department Store: David and Jim Raneri are the fourth generation of Raneri’s to run this specialty “dry goods’ store. Another Katonah landmark building, Charles sports Victorian style clapboard walls, original tin ceilings and creaky wooden floors. Here you can get everything from outerwear by Barbour, Canada Goose, Patagonia and Woolrich to AJ Jeans, Alashan Cashmere, Lanz Nightwear and Hot Sox. Plus foot wear from Hunter, Sperry, Crocs and UGG; housewares from All Clad, Emile Henry, Keurig and Cuisinart and Weber and Big Green Egg grills. (113 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.5200; www.charlesdeptstore.com)
& James: Katonah’s Jessica Harris’ children’s clothing and gift boutique specializes in mostly US brands for boys and girls newborn to tweens. Here you can find infant-wear from The Beaufort Bonnet Company, Communion dresses from Susanne Lively Designs, Hatley raincoats and boots, beach-ware from Stella Cove, leggings from Terez and more. (159 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.401.9555; www.andjameskatonah.com)
Sgaglio’s Marketplace: This butcher shop is where Katonah shops for summer grilling, holidays and any time you want the best-cut meats. Plus, fresh produce, prepared foods, and great breads and baked goods. (127 Katonah Ave., 914.232.9444)
Tom’s Men Shop: Tom’s family has been in the garment business since 1928 but he opened this casual clothes “prep” emporium in Katonah in 2010. Here you can shop for everything from polos and tees to men’s suits from Collared Greens, Southern Tide, Horn Legend, Cooper Jones, Byford London, Matt Totillo, Bird Dog Bay, Mine, Gitman Bros., Haspel, Hardwick Clothes, Corbin, Palm Beach, Flynt, Kroon and JKT New York. (151 Katonah Ave., 914.232.3187; www.tomscasualstyle.com)
Wild Orchid Boutique: Katonah resident Monica Parker’s Wild Orchid offers an eclectic collection of dresses, denim, sweaters, tops and resort wear at a variety of price points for young adults to the mature woman. Here you can find everything from this dress from Lost & Wander and a micro suede skirt from David Lerner to knits from J.O.A. Plus denim form JBrand and AG, swim and resort wear from Shan, Mar Y Sol, Malai and Seafolly and David Lerner leggings. (189 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.1400; www.wildorchid-boutique.com)
Avenue K: Women’s clothing, accessories and more from Arrata cotton and cashmere Caite, Color me Cotton, Cut-Loose, Caroline Grace, FLAX, David Cline, Janska, Johnny Was, Heydari, Krazy Larry, Margaret OLeary, Sinuous, Surrealist, Tees by Tina, UP Pants, Wooden Ships. Also, a large variety of Socksmith novelty socks, scarves, leggings, vegan handbags and jewelry. (87 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.8500; www.avenueK
Ebba: Pound Ridge resident, Rick Fortuna has been importing apparel from Italy for three decades. Here you can get high-end suits, sport coats, sportswear, outerwear and accessories from Italy at 30-40% off retail prices. (284 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 917.500.6222)
Ebba: Gift shop featuring home decor, unique accessories, one-of-a-kind jewelry, cute baby items, lavish paper goods, scarves, bags and more. Specialty items Include a collection of vintage glass, hand-dyed scarves, pillows, Laurie Berg Designs jewelry, tops from CP Shades Velvets and their own line of Abundance Candles, Miss Marisa perfume and their Boho collection of candles, perfumes, and lotions. (107 Katonah Ave., 914.401.9333; www. facebook.com/EbbaKatonah/)
Squire’s Family Clothing & Footwear: This family clothing and footwear shop also has a store in Chappaqua. It’s the go-to place for back to school and camp-wear from Tommy Bahama, Polo, Nautica, Teva, Birkenstock, Spyder, Nike, Timberland, Merrell, The North Face, New Balance, Arc’teryx, Prana and more. Plus this Andrew Marc leather “Rocker” jacket with fur trim. (193 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.0212; www.squiresny.com)
Toney Toni & The Gang: Cute sweaters, tops, dresses and accessories without being too trendy. Some of their favorite designers include Christopher Fischer, Rebecca Taylor, Chan Luu, Birds of Paradis, Repeat, Ela Rae, Pons Quintana, Tucker, Ulla Johnson and Weill. (189 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.3283)
Eiluj A Beauty Lounge: Spa services from facials and waxing to brow sculpting, makeup, medical anti-aging and body treatments. Plus skin rejuvenating products from bliss, Prada, mdskincare, kai, Mario Badescu, The Art of Shaving, Nest Fragrances, Molton Brown, Moroccan Oil, Pure Fiji and much more. (119 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.2227; www.eilujbeauty.com)
G. Willikers: Specialty and educational toys, games, puzzles and happy faces for infants to 12 years (and up) from this long- standing Saratoga Springs shop. Here you can find everything from this Sigi Kids Sweety Striped Fox and Brio train to science toys, crystal growing kits, magnetic dartboards, Thinking Putty and erector sets like the Thames & Kosmos Geckobot. (29 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.0706; www.gwillikerstoys.com
CLOSED!!! POP Katonah: Their slogan is “we stock fun.” This eclectic store, that your kids will love, sells everything from unique candy to party favors, ridiculously large balloons, room decor, spinners, headphones, thinking putty, popsockets, old school soda (Frostie Blue Cream) and lawn flamingos. Lawn flamingos? Now we’re having fun! (194 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY, 914.301.5396; www.popkatonah.com)
Fine Lines of Katonah: Paper lovers alert! Design consultant Laura Marks can help you create your own bespoke invitations offering design, paper selection, engraving, calligraphy and printing services. Plus the best selection of fine stationary including The Moleskin line, holiday cards, gifts, giftwrap, picture frames, fine pens, fashion sticky memo cubes, fashion iPhone cases and more. (141 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.4856; www.finelineskatonah.com)
Oak and Oil: Oak & Oil Gallery showcases an eclectic collection of fine art and home furnishings as well as crafted works by local artists and artisans. The rugs and runners are 100% wool, handmade and imported from Afghanistan. And they have a collection of Suzani textiles that are hand embroidered on a silk and cotton blend by the Uzbek tribes’ women from Uzbekistan. (89 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.8100; www.oakandoil.com)
Offerings Gallery: This special gallery sells fine art, and American made pottery, glass, wood and iron art from accomplished artisans. Plus some fantastic jewelry and Native American jewelry by a host of great designers like these 1” wide bronze bangle bracelets with crushed stone inlay in Whiskey Quartz, Pyrite, Carnelian and garnet (not shown) by David Urso. Gorgeous. (59 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.9643; www.offeringsgallery.com)
The Eclectic Collector: Art and handcrafted gifts from paintings, and mixed media to jewelry, glass, ceramics, wearable art, figurative art and dolls, wood & furniture, Judaica and more. Monthly featured artists and gallery events. (215 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.232.8700; www.theeclecticcollector.com)
Uovo Moderno: This gift store specializes in home, kitchen with an eye towards making home entertaining the “new restaurant experience.” They offer a selection of glassware, dinnerware & cutlery sets from India and Europe, Uovo candles hand-poured in Bedford from natural soy wax and edibles from Italy, France & Rochambeau Farmstand in Mt. Kisco. Gifts are displayed on one-of-a-kind furniture (also for sale) from local crafts people, as well as from India, California and France. (156 Katonah Ave., Katonah, 914.401.9298; www.uovomoderno.org)
Bijou Fine Jewelry: Contemporary designs from engagement rings to everyday wear, like this white agate cuff bracelet from Mary MacGill. Plus Chan Luu, Gabriel & Co. Alexis Bittar, Elyssa Bass, MCL, Melissa Joy Manning, Petite Baleine, Zoe Chicco, Mauri Pioppo, Officina Bernardi, Kelly Weaststler and original designs from 1998 Fox Lane graduate, gemologist and jewelry designer, Casey Carter. (135 Katonah Ave., 914.401.9264; www.bijouofkatonah.com)
KD Studio: At this make-up and skincare studio you can get a facial, makeup application, wax, brow shaping or airbrush tan. While you’re there shop for skincare products, jewelry and accessories from Crystal Peel, Tokyo Milk, Spiritual Gangster, Laface, Vintner’s Daughter, Indie Lee, Plant Profusion, Chan Luu and more. (914.301.5798; www.kdstudiony.com)
Katonah Pasta Store: Here you can buy the same fresh pasta that they make for their sister restaurants The Blue Dolphin and Le Fontane in Katonah and Bacio Trattoria in Cross River. Kick your next “spaghetti night” up a notch or add a gourmet touch to your next dinner party without breaking the bank with their incredible Cavatelli, Gusilli, Gemeli, Gnocchi, Pappardelle, Squid Ink Spaghetti or 15 kinds of ravioli. Including crab, roasted vegetable, pear & gorgonzola and lamb or lobster for the holidays. Plus gift baskets and prepared take-away. (28 Valley Rd., Katonah, 914.401.9045; www.katonahpasta.com)
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