Summer Shopping in NYC: Top Designer Fashions, Stunning Jewelry, Luxury Accessories & Fabulous Eco-Friendly Surprises

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Mixed cut diamond bold signet ring from Love Adorned. Kelly green drawstring leather bag, Louis Vuitton. Funky Tambour Taiko Arty automatic watch, Louis Vuitton. Divine woven silk booties by Christian Louboutin, available through Bergdorf Goodman. All image credits: individual brands.

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This is the summer to indulge your fashion fantasies, all found in New York. Let’s stroll up to Versace at 747 Madison Avenue and check out what’s in store.

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Mod menswear by Versace.

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Perfect shade of turquoise for summer. Handbag by Versace.

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Medusa head logo t-shirt. Indisputably Versace.

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Op art by Versace. Bold graphics accented with Greek Key trim.

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Decorative canvas tote paired with trendy toga, Versace.

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Charming scented candles for your boudoir. Versace.

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You’ll turn heads in pretty pink while summer shopping in NYC, as 99% of New Yorkers are clad in black. It’s only a few steps from Versace to the Giorgio Armani Boutique: Let’s go. Andiamo. 760 Madison Ave., NYC.

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Perfect ensemble to enjoy mocktails while celebrating the sunset in Central Park with friends. Giorgio Armani.

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Fashionably prepared to hike up Madison Avenue, credit card at the ready. Giorgio Armani.

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Cool shades to keep the flash of the paparazzi’s bulbs out of your eyes. Giorgio Armani.

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Chic sleeveless top, swoon-worthy graphic leather bag. Giorgio Armani.

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Understated wrap top paired with coral orange suede handbag. Giorgio Armani.

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For when the hot summer temps cool down…textured cropped jacket by Giorgio Armani.

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Elegant evening out. Head to toe Giorgio Armani.

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Belle of the ball. Less has always been more at Giorgio Armani.

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It’s not even lunch time and we’re just a few doors away..it would be a shame not to pop into the Hermès Maison Madison, the four-story flagship boutique located at 706 Madison Avenue.

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The ever popular Hermès silk scarf featuring an equestrian motif.

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Taupe leather bucket purse; (styled after a horse feed bag.) Hermès.

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Vibrant leather sandals in a multitude of scarlet tones by Hermès.

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Chaine d’ancre Calypso dangle earrings; cascading and shimmering with diamonds, Hermès.

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Men’s mini backpack. In slate blue Hermès.

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Chaine d’ancre multichaines statement ring. Hermès.

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If the stunning jewellery sparkles too brightly, we can stroll down the block to Bottega Veneta, 740 Madison Ave., and pick up a pair of mega cool shades.

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Fab raffia and leather bag, Bottega Veneta.

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18k gold-finish sterling silver and artisan-crafted colored glass earrings. Bottega Veneta.

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When it’s time to touch up your lipstick…organic design pocket mirror protected by signature woven leather, Bottega Veneta.

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Sensuous rock crystal earrings, Bottega Veneta.

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Buttery soft Bottega Veneta Palazzo slippers for men. (Note: when no palazzo is available, an apartment building will work just as well.)

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Worn as a single earring, this extravagantly long fringe of delicate gold chains swings and sways with your every loco-motion. Bottega Veneta.

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The perfect house warming gift for a dear friend…interlocking leather tray. Bottega Veneta.

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Are you wearing your comfortable kicks? Yes, of course; no need to take an Uber, we can walk to 15 East 57th St. and check out what’s new at the midtown Chanel store, the flagship location. This little bauble seems nice. High Jewellery by the artisans of Chanel.

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Summer fun ballet flats, Chanel.

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Sweet shorts set, Chanel.

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Cute bracelet watch on model, Chanel.

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Reminiscent of Scrabble game pieces. Watch by Chanel.

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Studded logo sunglasses, Chanel.

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Wild, crazy, exuberant; embroidered handbag by Chanel.

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Just a few steps from Chanel, you’ll recognize the Dior boutique by the taxi cab hanging in the front window. 23 East 57th St.

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Hobo quilted bag, Dior.

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Ivory peplum skirt suit in a bouclé knit paired with water lily sandals. Dior.

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Cropped Qixi floral jacket. Dior.

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A favorite childhood bedtime story book tote. Dior.

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Charming silk twill navy blue Toile de Jouy trousers. Dior.

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Men’s Médaillon chain link bracelet, Dior.

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You won’t be able to miss the Louis Vuitton temporary flagship store at 6 East 57th St. and Fifth Avenue as it resembles the brand’s iconic trunk.

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Kelly green tie handle leather bag. Louis Vuitton.

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Logo top accessorized with baby blue logo mini pouch worn as a belt. Louis Vuitton.

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For poking around on the Côte d’Azur, this feminine crocheted skirt will fit the bill. Louis Vuitton.

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The perfect carry on luggage for men who are ready to blast off into space. Louis Vuitton.

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Cool shades, shrunken denim jacket and classic Louis Vuitton logo mini bag.

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We have to visit the MoMA, (Museum of Modern Art), to check out the latest exhibits and save time for their fabulous gift shop. 11 W 53rd St. Must-have smiley face umbrella, MoMA Design Store. Come on, the MoMA is only a few minutes walk from Louis Vuitton and we need this umbrella.

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Mondrian socks. MoMA Design Store.

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We love Keith Haring socks. MoMA Design Store.

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Glorious Matisse silk scarf. MoMA Design Store.

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Joan Miró squiggle earrings. MoMA Design Store.

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We don’t want to max out our credit cards with all this heavenly designer shopping. Let’s visit Nordstrom Rack, 865 6th Ave. for some real bargains! Off-the shoulder wrap top, a wear-with-everything summer staple.

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Delicate embroidered cotton blouse, a summer go-to. Nordstrom Rack.

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Your must-have New York baseball cap. A NYC necessity. Nordstrom Rack.

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Leopard jelly sandals. For easy summer strolling along the High Line. Nordstrom Rack.

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Goes-with-everything brown sugar tone watch by SPGBK. Available through Nordstrom Rack.

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Super cute hot pink silicone watch by SPGBK. Nordstrom Rack.

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The au courant balloon leg by Etro; we’ll head over to Bergdorf Goodman so you can try this fab jumpsuit on. 754 Fifth Ave.

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Peony pink Prada handbag, Bergdorf Goodman.

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Figure hugging Givenchy bustier pleated trouser jumpsuit. Bergdorf Goodman.

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Bottega Veneta “Orbit” low-top sneakers in soft suede and lightweight nylon. Bergdorf Goodman. Perfect for traipsing all over New York searching for the best of what we love best!

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Stunning shield ring by Automic Gold, a sustainable fine jewellery studio using recycled solid 14k gold, platinum and ethically sourced or recycled gems. 590 5th Ave.

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Lavish dogwood design multi stone ring. Automic Gold.

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Regal pear cut diamond ring. Automic Gold.

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Elegant blue topaz engagement ring, Automic Gold.

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Delicate pear trillium rose gold ring. Bario-Neal, a women owned jewellery studio. Each Bario-Neal piece is crafted with ethically sourced precious metals to reflect their commitment to human rights and environmental sustainability. 155 Grand Street, Brookyn, NY.

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Complementary blues light us this glorious ring. Bario-Neal.

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Petite emerald studs set in gold. Bario-Neal.

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Smooch! Man Ray Lips Cuff bracelet by Nora Kogan. All Nora Kogan jewellery is designed in New York and hand made in her Midtown Manhattan workshop, 231 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY.

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Mama (and Nora Kogan) know best.

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Heart shaped diamond engagement ring. Nora Kogan.

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Big Love Heart Tie-Dye Pendant crafted of solid 14k gold, embellished with brilliant blue sapphires upon a luminous field of hand-applied enamel in Nora’s signature tie-dyed effect. So groovy.

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Petite hand painted freshwater pearl pendant. Available through Melissa Joy Manning.

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Natural White Diamond Pebble Halo Ring by Melissa Joy Manning, who is committed to ethics-driven design and is the co-chair of the CFDA Sustainability Committee.

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Freshwater pearl hand painted earrings. Available through Melissa Joy Manning.

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Sparkling emeralds set into 14k gold. Ring available through Melissa Joy Manning.

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Diamond and sapphire sunburst hoop earrings. Love Adorned.

Love Adorned is a fine jewelry and lifestyle boutique located in Nolita, 269 Elizabeth St. This enchanting shop specializes in vintage one-of-a-kind jewelry, artisan home decor and curated lifestyle goods. Veteran retailer Lori Leven’s Love Adorned is an irresistible mix of unique merchandise that focuses on aesthetics, fine craftsmanship and the joy of finding the unexpected.

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Iridescent Boulder opal, 18k yellow gold and diamond earrings, Love Adorned.

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10k yellow gold black and Tahitian pearl dent necklace, Love Adorned.

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Kapital bandana heel ankle socks, made in Japan. Love Adorned.

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Handcrafted jewelry by designer Ananda Khalsa. Love Adorned.

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Vintage swirl glass vase. Love Adorned.

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Wonderful vintage Navajo wool rug. Love Adorned.

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Understated elegance; indigo cashmere wrap. Lafayette 148, 59 Greene Street, NY, the flagship boutique. “Uncompromising quality, luxurious materials, flawless construction and a modern, New York sensibility are hallmarks of the Lafayette 148 collections.”

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Versatile polka dot jacket, Lafayette 148.

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Intricately woven leather bag. Lafayette 148.

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Alluring Chantilly lace belted shirtdress. Lafayette 148.

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Raspberry techno twill button front jacket. Lafayette 148. Watch for this important color trend for fall.

We’ve had such an incredible time shopping for the best of summer fashions in New York, but it’s almost time for your train so we’d better Uber over to the…

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Moynihan Train Hall.

I know you must be starving so I bought you a classic New York pastrami sandwich that you can munch on in the train.

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The famous Pastrami Queen pastrami sandwich. I forgot to ask you if you were vegan, so just in case, I also purchased a vegan pastrami sandwich for you.

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Plant based, vegan pastrami sandwich. Pastrami Queen.

I wouldn’t let you get on that long train ride without a bag of New York’s most famous cookies, the black and whites.

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Black and white cookies, made by Zaro’s bakery, Penn Station. Don’t worry, Penn Station is across from Moynihan. I just popped over and grabbed them for you. Enjoy these New York treats. I’ll see you when you return for New York Fashion Week!


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Diane Weisbeck

Diane Weisbeck is a native New Yorker. A luxury lifestyle content writer, Diane was a retail buyer for Lord & Taylor’s flagship store, a product design/developer for Saks Fifth Avenue’s corporate office and a Director of Retail for major museums and high end retailers. She assists global luxury brands with their marketing and brand strategies and is also a Fair Trade corporate art consultant.