Vintage shopping in New York can often be an overwhelming mission, but thankfully, the East Village can boast a vibrant collection of small boutiques, allowing you to stay away from the headache-inducing quests in the depths of the Lower East Side and Brooklyn. Walking through the slush on 9th street, on a stretch from the start of 2nd avenue, reaching all the way down to Tompkins Square Park on avenue A, one can find a vintage mecca of shopping. If vintage shopping isn't for you, but you still enjoy the "old" look on new items, the block can also pride itself on some original, vintage-inspired boutiques. Click through for 5 shops that will appeal to all tastes. More»

Spring events are piling up, which means it's time to start stocking your closets with some party-worthy attire. Searching for the perfect dress can be time consuming, but these boutiques pride themselves on one-of-a-kind pieces that will be sure to turn heads at your next social gathering. Whether you're looking for vintage, designer-wear or have a budget in mind, these shops offer unique finds that will make a statement anywhere you go.

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It's official, Kate's pregnant! We can't wait to see her chic maternity looks, but in the meantime, her winter style will serve as our style inspiration. Whether she's stepping out in gorgeous winter coats for a visit to a children's hospital or sporting a designer gown at a charity event, she always looks polished, ladylike and of-the-moment. Let Princess Kate's winter looks inspire your holiday party outfit this season. Here are a few of our favorites. More»

You don't have to sport a mullet to have a party in the back, just grab an outfit with a cut out or graphic on the back. Sexy backless, shredded, printed, and barely there dresses and tops have made backs the new cleavage. Plus, it makes transitioning from day to night so much easier- just throw on a jacket for work and peel it off for happy hour! You can bring sexy back with our picks for garments with great backs. More»

Talk about a win-win situation. Giving to charity is now as easy as buying a cute accessory. If you've been thinking about buying a new scarf for the winter or a new tote to carry groceries, why not buy ones that help people around the world. Here are a few great products that you can feel good about buying. Shopping and charity... the best combination since peanut butter and jelly. More»

Oui, it's official, Paris Fashion Week has come to a close. Help keep your Parisian spirit alive with these French inspired finds. Bisous...until next season. More»

You've watched the shows, you've seen the styles, you've read our NYFW coverage, and you're already raring to take to the streets in the latest Spring 2013 trends. You know that it's only fall, but you're a forward-thinking kind of fashionista, right? Right. And, good news: we're right there with you. For those looking to hightail it to the retail racks, we've recreated some of our favorite high fashion finds from NYFW - all affordable, and all ready to wear right now. You don't want to be fashionably late to this round of shopping. More»

A wise mother once told us: approach a summer sale strategically.  Buy items that you can wear this fall, find some four-season staples, and steer clear of passing trends that - even at low prices - will only get minimal wear before you've moved onto something better.  That same wise mother has accompanied us to our fair share of end-of-summer sales, and we've got to give it to her, she has a pretty good track record.  And now, with the season's end upon us, we pass along to you a list of NYC's most fabulous pre-fall fashion sales.  Now go forth and shop until your closets are full... just save some steals for us! More»

Let's not forget that the Big Apple did it first, but many other cities are being inspired by the High Line. All over the world, architects and artists are designing their own elevated parks and projects. From Germany to San Francisco, we've rounded up the top 5 High Line inspired projects! More»