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If you’re anything like us you love finding that perfect gift for your bestie or family member. We’re always on the look out for unique and eclectic goodies that you can’t find in a big ol’ box store. This year we’re letting you in our our secret list of where we love to find special somethings for all the special folk in our lives. The extra special part about this list is that it only includes small shops and talented artists that we love supporting.
So go on! Take a peek! And if you find something for yourself while browsing, go ahead and get it! You deserve a little something special too. 😉
SMALL SHOPS
THE HENDERSON SHOP: Your stop for utilitarian goods that feel vintage and homey
AWA SHOP: Psst… we’re a small team too! We have some new things in store this year so be sure to check em out!
WHALEBONE: Did you know we have a feature in every magazine issue? Not to mention, every single issue has a different theme so there’s truly something for everyone.
LIFESTORY: The perfect spot to find a special nick-nack for that person in your life who has a picture perfect home.
DIP: Amanda gives this shampoo and conditioner all the thumbs up 👍. And it’s even carry-on friendly!
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WEARABLES
VIRTUOSO: Martin designed a sweatshirt around a featured AWA location!
SOO BURNELL: A special release with Treen, we can now wear Soo’s art around all day long. (And the shirt is super-comfy)
STARLITE MOTEL: One of our favorite motels in all of New York has some goodies to make your stay last just a little bit longer.
NEIGHBORHOOD SPOT: An endless array of graphic tees inspired by NYC local spots and stops.
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GOOD READS
JAMES & KARLA: Collectors of storefronts! James and Karla have been on a mission to archive all the amazing spots that make NYC extra special.
WILDSAM: Our first stop when we need a travel guide!
HILTON CARTER: We have a few friends who need some help with their plant babies, and Hilton’s books and bops will surely help to garner their green thumbs.
HENDRICK’S GIN: The ultimate cocktail book for those curious enough to peruse the world of gin.
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FURRY FRIENDS
MAXINE THE CORGI: Test out Maxine’s pristine doggy backpack with your four legged friend, and don’t forget to peep her new book 👀
ADOPT A PENGUIN: You’ll get a plushie of your new fluffy friend and help the Falkland Islands to keep up their preservation efforts to save land for their large penguin colonies 🐧
DOGFISH HEAD: You might know them for beer, but Dexter knows them for all their puppy goodies. He especially loves their homemade treats which he gives 4 paws.
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ART & PHOTOGRAPHY
PAUL FUENTES: Does your home need a pop of pink? A print to make your guests double take? Something to brighten a drab room? Look no further than Mr. Paul Fuentes.
BETTY WOODHOUSE: Get your tickets! Betty is our go to when we need a ticket design, and you can get one of her vintage designs to grace your walls.
TOBACCO & REGRETS: Isn’t everything better when it’s mini? Dig into Abi’s world of small and check out all her amazing tiny creations. Don’t forget your magnifying glass! 🔍
DOYTCHEVA: We love looking out a window, especially if it’s one of Doytcheva’s amazing shots!
MARIUS SVALENG ANDRESEN: This just in! Marius has just released his newest book Life in the New which documents brutalist and socialist modernist architecture in Serbia.
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