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  1. New StuffMissoni’s iconic knits meet Converse’s iconic All Stars in a limited-edition collaboration ($200 at Missoni, 1009 Madison Ave., at 78th St.; […]
  2. Market SweepFestive toile, cozy Fair Isle, and other wrapping papers that pop.
  3. The Best BetStoring sweaters in the oven is one way for closet-challenged New Yorkers to maximize their wardrobe space. Another method: these sleek steel ha […]
  4. Seasonal Pop-UpsCozy knits, bold jewelry, and other offerings from temporary residents.
  5. Beauty and the VineBeloved french brand Caudalie—whose Vinothérapie Spas are known for their wine-centric treatments—will open its first stand-alone boutique on No […]
  6. New StuffHand-spun in rural India, Auntie Oti’s rustic wool blanket ($225 at Pilgrim Surf + Supply, 68 N. 3rd St., at Wythe Ave., Williamsburg; 718-218-7 […]
  7. Expert’s ChoiceTen picks from the pros.
  8. 60 Gifts That Just Got BetterA backpack that doubles as a chair, a sneaker that talks to your cell phone, a spaghetti-twirling fork, and other innovative and imaginative pre […]
  9. Happy FeetFifty-seven sure-to-please stocking stuffers.
  10. The Best BetPolish aside, the best confidence booster for an old pair of wing tips is a new set of shoelaces. That’s where Stolen Riches’ skinny unisex lace […]
  11. Turn the PagePowerHouse Arena hosts a “Sandy Hates Books” fund-raiser to recoup some of the store’s lost inventory.
  12. Darjeeling UnlimitedSniffing and sipping is strongly encouraged at Parisian import Le Palais des Thés (194 Columbus Ave., nr. 68th St.; 646-664-1902). The tea-centr […]
  13. New StuffClinton Hill–based illustrator Claudia Pearson drew inspiration from her surroundings when she designed these charming cotton tea towels ( […]
  14. New StuffThe painted blocks of PlayArt’s twistable maple-wood cube ($19.99 at West Side Kids, 498 Amsterdam Ave., at 84th St.; 212-496-7282) are connecte […]
  15. Retail TherapyGood news for fashion doyennes: The ­Alexander Wang sample sale—the designer’s first in more than a year—is still on. Bows will be thrown over c […]
  16. Nice StemsAn art-glass purveyor on Madison Avenue will teem with mango calla lilies, orange vandal orchids, and crimson and hunter-green roses at the Lali […]
  17. Art on WheelsCyclists awaiting the launch of the city’s stalled bike-share program can bide their time at the “Public Works” exhibition at Flos.
  18. New StuffFor a sophisticated twist on Halloween treats, opt for these elegant lollipops ($9 for six at sweetniks.com), which are made-to-order in the Eas […]
  19. The Best BetNow that the city’s Greenmarkets are rife with autumnal spreads—apple, pumpkin, and chestnut butters abound—the question arises: How to keep you […]
  20. The Laundry ListLocal clothing experts pick their favorite laundries, dry cleaners, and stain-obliterating saints.