Faith Hope Consolo

With summer nearly on the horizon, what better time is there to get a new makeup look? Whether you're going minimalist (wear sunblock!) or dramatic this summer to complement this season's colorful clothes, now is the time to check out some new colors in the many makeup stores around town,...

This edition's title may seem strange given that April was a bit on the dry side, weather-wise, but last weekend's storm blast (and the relatively warm winter) has resulted in an explosion of flowers around the city. With Mother's Day around the corner, it also seemed like a good time...

Reading that The Spring Show, sponsored by the Art and Antique Dealers League of America will be held May 3 to 6 at the Park Avenue Armory, led me to go through the list of some of our great shops (besides our great auction houses, of course) for furniture, jewelry...

What are Easter, Passover, or even just spring without a little chocolate? (What is life without chocolate?) New York has many places to buy that sweet treat, including classics such as Godiva and Maison du Chocolat, but below are some favorites that have either opened a new location or are...

It's March Madness again! And regular readers know that I'm not referring to basketball, but the new shops for spring so that we can refresh our wardrobes, pick up a new gem, and even get a gift or two. A visit to any or all of these shops is a...

It's Leap Day! The date when by tradition, women can take the initiative by proposing marriage to the men in their lives. Of course, we women have been disregarding this for years, but today is a perfect excuse to buy a gift for your favorite guy:

Jewels for Joes

It's the last item you grab as you walk out the door, the first thing you put down as you enter a room. It holds your entire life -- it's your purse. But handbags also are statements in style, whether it's a comfortable hobo or a more structured satchel, in...

Even though the winter has been pretty mild so far in New York, almost every one I know is ready for some sun and sand. Whether you're actively planning that beach vacation -- or just pretending you are -- our stores have everything you need to be ready for your...

Welcome to 2012, Faithful Shoppers! And as always, we're already anticipating the opening of a new crop of retailers ready to serve our fashion needs. Some of these will be opening later rather than sooner, so keep checking the web sites to find out when they'll be ready - and...

After looking back at trends from 2011 in my last blog, it's time to look ahead -- my hopes for shopping around the city in 2012. Here are some retail events I'd like to see in the year(s) ahead. Some are more likely than others, but the holidays are a...

It's been an amazing shopping year in New York City, with new stores, new looks, and new visitors (50 million of them!). Going through a list of the news around town over 2011, a number of trends are clear for us Faithful Shoppers:

Renovation Realities
The old saying that...

Black Friday, and the entire holiday weekend, saw massive shopping nationwide and here in New York City -- but most of us still have a lot left to do! Our department and big box stores offer an amazing selection, but whenever possible I look to smaller, one-of-a-kind shops for the...

With that most wonderful and most American holiday of all just about upon us, it seems right to show appreciation for the stores who can help supply or enhance our feast, those whose services do well for us, and for the community at large. Some are service providers, others traditional...

I know, I know. It's not even Halloween yet, and the stores are filled with Christmas carols, holiday décor and gifts for year-end giving. I love it!

Let's be honest: we're busier than ever before, and we need the extra time to re-create the wonderful holidays of our childhood....

The middle of October can mean a number of things -- fall leaves, Halloween preparations and a cup of hot tea at the end of the day. For fashionistas, it means that we only have a few more weeks to get into shape for those holiday parties! Fitness, of course,...

I've often said that New York is the retail capital of the world, and that no international shop or designer is truly global without a location here. But we also have a number of shops that are ONLY here, stores that are part of the fabric of the city, and...

The conclusion of Fashion Week truly kicks off the fall retail season, and New York has an amazing crop of new stores and designers looking to outfit us in style! So, following, are the Faithful Shopper's Top 11 for Fall 2011 -- those stores I think offer something new, distinctive,...

With fall around the corner, it's time to update our wardrobes with the latest glamorous and high-quality styles. But these days we fashionistas must watch our wallets as carefully as we watch our waistlines. That doesn't mean we have to sacrifice our love of luxury, however; New York offers a...

Krazy for Kindergarten


Half Pint (in DUMBO) - 55 Washington St
Eco-friendly, modern and oh so cute! Infant to tween.

Crocs - 270 Columbus Avenue - 143 Spring...

It may be August (already?) but there's still time to sneak in that summer vacation. The key to a truly relaxing trip, though, is making sure you're properly equipped before you leave, with the right luggage, the right information, and the right tools.

Fortunately, we're living in one of...