Chappaqua’s Wine Around Town: Best Places to Shop
Best Places to Shop at Chappaqua’s Wine Around Town: On Friday, December 13, Chappaqua retailers will be offering wine tastings to all shoppers from 5 to 8pm at their annual Wine Around Town event. But these 14 boutiques and shops will be dispensing the cheer all holiday season for shoppers looking for the best local gifts and more.
Rocks Home, Gifts & Jewelry: When jewelry designer Tanya Tochner moved her Armonk boutique to Chappaqua Crossing she traded up to a fabulous sun-lit gallery, with triple the space, triple the jewelry and added new lines of home decor, gifts, and art. Her designer collections include Meira T, Zoe Chicco, Doves by Paloma, Sophia Designs, and Jamie Joseph with prices from $25 to “We are living in a material world and I am a material girl”. And, of course, you can still find her own signature matte-finished, textured 18K gold jewelry with the highest quality diamonds and semi-precious stones. (480 Bedford Rd., Chappaqua, 914.219.5808; www.rocksbyjoliebray.com)
Susan Lawrence Gourmet Foods: A trip to Chappaqua is not complete without a stop at Susan Lawrence Gourmet Foods. The bakeshop, inspired by the gateaux of Paris and the rustic pastries and tarts of Provence, is the best in the ABC towns. And we’re hard-pressed to think of a better place for prepared foods from Shrimp Lobster BLT on Brioche to Cedar Plank Salmon, Parmesan Garlic Bread or Perfect Guacamole. They also cater 18 different holiday themed dinners from a Victorian Christmas to Passover, the Super Bowl, Kentucky Derby and Valentines Day. (26 N. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua; www.susanlawrence.com)
Family Britches: Shop here for a carefully curated selection of top clothing brands for men, women and boys. Here men can get everything from suits from Canali and Peter Millar Polo’s to this essential mélange quilted vest with a double closure and suede cloth trim (pictured here). FB’s women’s lines include Eileen Fisher, Cambio & AG jeans, cashmere from Kinross and outerwear by Gimos. Shopping for your boy’s first blazer? Save yourself a trip to the mall and pick up their Michael Kors Navy Blazer for just $150! (70 King St., Chappaqua, 914.266.3908; www.familybritches.com)
Great Stuff: This family run chain with stores in Chappaqua, Scarsdale, Rye, Greenwich and Westport is your go to place for Frame Denim, tops from Raquel Allegra, denim jackets by Mother, knits by Duffy and Inhabit (pictured) and outwear from Herno. Plus selections from Alessandra Ambrosia, Kristina Bazan, Emmy Rossum, All Sporting and more. Plus Kai Fragrances featured in InStyle magazine. (1 S. Greeley Ave #201A, Chappaqua, 914.238.0057; www.greatstuffny.com)
Desires By Mikolay: This black and cognac diamond cuff bracelet in vintage silver finish from designer Suneera is just one of the many stackable bracelets, earrings, necklaces and rings Tara and Scott Mikolay are presenting this season from this new designer the recently added to their offerings. The store also features fine selections from designers Arik Kostan, Ara, Roberto Demeglio, Melissa Joy Manning, Frieda Rothman, Rene Escobar and more. Pictured here Tara Mikolay’s Labradorite and Raw Pave Diamond Charm pendant. (55 King St., Chappaqua, 914.238.2223; www.desiresbymikolay.com)
The Cosmetic Boutique & Medical Spa: This one-stop shop for beauty essentials and medical spa needs has been a Chappaqua staple for over a decade. They specialize in name brand makeup and high end skin care such as Laura Mercier, bareMinerals, Edward Bess and Caviar Stick. Their Med Spa carries pharmaceutical physician dispensed skin care lines including Skin Medica, SkinCeuticals, Mario Badescu and Natura Bissê. They also offer facials, waxing and brow-lash services, and a full line of medical services from Botox and Dermal filler, to Laser hair removal, Laser Photo-rejuvenation, peels, microblading, micro-needling and Cryotherapy facials. (18 South Greeley Ave., Chappaqua, 914.861.2552; www.thecosmeticboutique.net)
ICD Jewelers: Since its opening in 1976, ICD’s inspired designs, affordable prices, and warm atmosphere have attracted a bevy of regular customers, including such notables as Vanessa Williams, Kim Van Gundy, President Bill Clinton, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. ICD founder and owner Varda Singer is a recipient of the Jeweler of the Year honor from the New York State Jewelers Association. Her custom creations include the popular Hillary Bracelet. ICD also offers fine selections from the collections of Marco Bicego, Armenta and Tovi Farber. Pictured here, 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Fan Stud Earrings from Marco Becego’s Lucia Collection. (75 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua, 914.238.3646; www.icdjewelry.com)
Petticoat Lane/Bagshop.com: This lingerie/bag shop specializes in lingerie, hosiery, sleepwear, swimwear and bags. Here you can shop for lingerie from Simone Perele, swimwear by Karla Colletto and Melissa Odabash, hand bags from Longchamp and Furla and cozy sleepwear from Eberjey and Verena. You will also find crop pants from Lisette L and how about this Squishee Classic Fedora for the beach from Eric Javits? Petticoat Lane also has stores in Greenwich and the Upper East Side. (66 King St., Chappaqua, 914.238.0872; www.bagshop.com)
hip-kid: This eco-friendly shop for kid’s clothes and toys specializes in organic, eco-friendly, fair trade and made in USA products or suppliers who donate proceeds of each sale to charity. Here you can shop for baby clothes for boys and girls, clothing for boy’s ages 2-8 and girls clothing ages 2-16. Plus, toys, books and shoes, like these Mini Melissa Rainbow Slides. Buy some lemonade from their storefront stand – it raised over $5,800 for charity last year. (77 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua, 914.861,2710: www.hipkidchapp.com)
Eye Gallery It’s all about the brand when you’re shopping for eyeglasses or summer shades. Eye Gallery Chappaqua offers selections from top fashion frame designers including Barton Perreira, Anne et Valentin, Celine, Masunaga, Dita, Rudy Project, Gold + Wood, Illesteva, Kilsgaard, lafont, Lindberg, Maui Jim, Oakley, Paul Smith, Thom Brown New York, Ray-Ban, Salt., Moscot, (pictured here) Silhouette, tome Ford and Zero G Titanium. (22 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua, 914.238.5600; www.eyegalleryofchappaqua.com)
The King’s Scribe: Alissa Sampogna’s fine stationery shop offers a curious collection of cards, boxed notes, journals and writing instruments. An illustrator and designer of handmade stationery, her custom services include calligraphy, custom designed invitations, day of event collateral and original postage stamp design and seal & send services. For the budget conscious they offer boxed invitations customizable for your event, like this Hedgehog Chalkboard Baby Shower invite – just $16 for a box of 10. (15 King St., Chappaqua, 914.861.2799; www.kingscribe.com)
Squire’s Family Clothing & Footwear: This family clothing and footwear shop also has a store in Katonah. 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 check out the selection of colors on these stylish Italian sneakers from Superga. They even come in gold and silver lame. (41 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua, 914.238.4511; www.squiresny.com)
Scattered Books: Remember bookstores? Take a break from Amazon and check out this Chappaqua charmer for bestsellers, staff picks, fiction and non-fiction books for kids and adults. They also offer gifts and kids toys including Peaceable Kingdom, Innovative Kids and Lego products. You can even book a thematic kids party in their Literary Lounge and Acorn the real bunny hosts their famous weekly story time, Reading with Rabbit. Their summer reading list categorized, by grade will help you select the perfect age appropriate book for your kids. (29 King St., Chappaqua, 914.529.8013; www.scatteredbooks.com)
Fantastic Finds: This upscale resale shop boasts a wide inventory of new and gently used items in pristine condition. Find great prices for beautiful, high-quality merchandise including men’s and women’s clothing, jewelry, accessories and unique household items. Only the best items are accepted for sale, with an emphasis on designer and one-of-a-kind pieces that are new or in excellent condition. Proceeds from Fantastic Finds benefit Support Connection, a local nonprofit that provides free support services to those dealing with breast and ovarian cancer. (400 King Street in Chappaqua, 914-238-9200; www.supportconnection.org/fantastic-finds)
Breeze: Shop here for tabletop from Mariposa and Melamine or frames and candlesticks by Nambé. Here you can also find bath & body gifts, scented candles and diffusers and baby gifts from Barefoot Dreams and Jellycat, like this Jellycat Raspberry Ripple Pom Pom. (1 King St., Chappaqua, 914.238.1900; www.breezegifts.com)
Where To Eat in Chappaqua: Looking to grab a bite while you are there? Check out our Chappaqua Restaurant Guide. And check out our reviews of Aesop’s Fable .
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