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AC Gears 69 East 8th St (Broadway/Mercer St) 212.260.2269 | acgears.com

This combination wallet/iPhone case has been re engineered to include additional storage and features for the iPhone 5, including a new cash pocket behind the three card and I.D. slots, a camera cut-out for on-the-fly photos, and a hinging mechanism for multiple viewing angles. The wallet case is made of soft-touch Torino leather and comes in black, red and white.

Aesop 60 University Place (E. 10th/11th Sts) 212.505.1511 | aesop.com

Aesop’s Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Facial Toner ($39) is perfect for rehydrating winter’s dry skin. This mild, refreshing toner, abundant in protective anti-oxidants, balances skin while preparing it for subsequent hydration. Excess traces of sebum and grime are thoroughly rinsed, while the formula’s purifying properties soften and refine skin.

AC Gears69 East 8th St (Broadway/Mercer St)212.260.2269 | acgears.com

Feeling powerful like Zeus and ready to throw some bolts down to earth? Go ahead, command that power with this sleek Lightning Bolt Power Strip ($25.99), a simple surge protector that looks good and gives you 6 grounded outlets. Stop by AC Gears for a huge variety of audio headphones, computer gadgets, Japanese gadgets and more.

Gadgets & Electronics Scientific Skin Care

SHOp lOcal THiS HOliDaY SeaSOnShop at home for the holidays – our Village businesses need your patronage now more than ever. Inside this guide you’ll find a treasure trove of gift ideas to kick start your holiday shopping list. But there is much more than we could ever list here, so be sure to search our neighborhood directory of over 500 unique boutiques and restaurants at villagealliance.org/places

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C. O. Bigelow Chemists 414 6th Ave (W. 8th/9th Sts) 212.533.2700 | bigelowchemists.com Pre-packaged beauty & bath gift baskets often miss the mark. C.O. Bigelow lets YOU assemble your perfect, personalized gift (starting at $40). Mix and match by choosing from any of Bigelow’s signature products like Eucalyptus Body Cleanser, Lime Coriander Lotion and Merry Mentha Lip Balm in seasonal flavors like Peppermint Mocha.

Citarella 424 6th Ave (W. 9th/10th Sts) 212.874.0383 | citarella.com Need a housewarming gift or munchies for a holiday party? Citarella makes it quick, easy and delicious with select gift baskets packed with portable, mouth-watering treats. Food baskets contain any combination of fruit, cheese and/or savory treats starting at $49.99.

Bigelow Beauty Products Bountiful Baskets

Broadway Panhandler 65 East 8th St (Broadway/Mercer St)866.266.5927 | broadwaypanhandler.com

The Bar10der ($49) is the first and only 10-in-1 bartending tool that allows aspiring mixologists to concoct their favorite cocktails and mocktails at home, whenever the mood strikes. Packed with 10 essential bartending tools in one sleek design, the Bar10der makes it easy to mix, create and serve a perfect drink.

Bombalulu’s 101 West 10th St (@ 6th Ave) 212.463.0897 | bombalulus.com Spiff up the kids with uniquely designed long-sleeved Ts ($23) and embroidered hoodies ($45) in 100% cotton. Bombalulu’s specializes in hand-made, fun-to-wear, easy-to-wash children’s clothing for newborns through age 12. The boutique also carries imaginative puzzles, games and toys for young minds to grow.

Chic Kids’ Couture Everything Your Kitchen Craves

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Gigi K 60 West 8th St (@ 6th Ave) | 212.677.2211 42 University Place (E 9th/10th Sts) | 212.777.2211gigik.us GiGi K specializes in leg wear and accessories for women looking for style and sophistication, with a deep collection of unique designs evoking the individuality and inner beauty of each client. Shown above, argyle tights ($28).

Jewels 32 32 St. Marks Place (2nd/3rd Aves) 212.253.5341 | jewels32.com Beautiful, authentic Murano glass earrings ($99) are hand-made and set in sterling silver with millefiori accents in a variety of colors. Jewels 32 offers a full range of designer and fashion jewelry that makes the perfect gift, including designs by Alan K, Jena Forte and Swarovski.

Stylish Stockings Elegant Earrings

Digital Society 60 East 10th St (@ Broadway)212.777.3093 | digsoc.com

Forget the expense and hassle of cable! Apple TV ($99) gives you access to the best HD content —movies, TV shows, your music, photos, and more — right on your widescreen TV. Or pick up fun accessories like Airport Express or Extreme. A Village institution, Digital Society offers a full range of Apple sales, repair and consulting services.

Games Workshop 54 East 8th St. (Mercer/Greene Sts) 212.982.6314 | games-workshop.com The Citadel Tool Kit ($135) is simply the ultimate modeling tool kit, containing plastic cutters, hobby knife, razor saw, hobby drill, sculpting tool, hobby vice, emery boards and a cleanup kit. All tools come in their own Figure Case, which has specially cut foam to ensure that they do not move about during travel.

Apple Accessories Game & Hobby Supplies

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Lomography 41 West 8th St (6th Ave/MacDougal St) 212.529.4353 | lomography.com Satisfy your wanderlust and thirst for wide-angle photography with the La Sardina Copernicus Camera ($109). This compact camera comes with a Fritz the Blitz Flash, ready to capture all your travel memories in a snap! Lomography also offers a huge range of fun cameras, classes and developing services for the film fanatic.

Mountain Side Crafts 51 West 8th St (6th Ave/MacDougal St) 646.982.7886 | guptaart.com.np We adore this elegant silver, turquoise and coral necklace and earring set ($130) from Mountain Side Crafts, or stop by to explore a variety of other beautiful, handmade clothing and accessories from Nepal.

Analog Cameras & Accessories Nepalese Handcrafts

Liberty Travel 55A East 8th St (Mercer/Greene Sts) 212.982.8350 | libertytravel.com

Surprise your sweetheart with a vacation package this winter! Stop by Liberty Travel and let the experts plan your getaway; gift certificates are also available in any denomination without expiration. This holiday, book an air/land package for a minimum of 5 nights and receive $75 off.

Lavaan 474 6th Ave (W. 11th/12th Sts) 212.837.1833 | lavaansmile.com Give the gift of a smile! Lavaan Dental Spa takes cleaning and whitening out of the dental office and into a relaxing, spa environment. Gift cards are available for Lavaan’s full menu of services, including Clean, White, Express and Ultimate ($89 to $450).

Dental Spa Services Give a Getaway

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16 Handles 498 6th Ave (W. 12th/13th Sts) 646.524.5904 | 16handles.com

Let 16 Handles “handle” your holiday party with a seasonal custom cake ($30 - $45), or “flaunt your flavor” with pre-packaged containers of yogurt….multiple flavors and toppings make it a fun and flexible feast! Gift cards are also available in any denomination.

Stevdan Stationers 474 6th Ave (W. 11th/12th Sts) 212.243.4222 Delight your aspiring artist or writer with an elegant Moleskine journal ($8 and up) in a variety of colors, styles and sizes. Or stop by Stevdan for any of your home/office needs, from classic contraptions to trendy tools.

Cakes & Confections Snazzy Stationery

Sabon 434 6th Ave (W. 9th/10th Sts) 212.473.4346 | sabonnyc.com

Rejuvenate and exfoliate the skin with an aromatic sea salt body scrub ($30), Sabon’s best-selling product, in luscious scents like Lavender Vanilla, Lemon Mint and Rose Tea. Sabon features a wide selection of everyday luxury: soaps, scrubs, lotions and oils to sooth the skin and calm the mind.

Populence 1 West 8th St (@ 5th Ave) 212.995.9055 | populencenyc.com Spice up your holiday with healthy snacks by the gallon! Populence features hand-made popcorn in delicious and fancy flavors like salted caramel, pumpkin spice and candy cane. Sold in snack size or tins up to one-gallon ($30) or two-gallons ($40).

Artisanal Popcorn Soaps & Scrubs

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Uncle Sam’s Army Navy 37 West 8th St (6th Ave/MacDougal St) 212.674.2222 | armynavydeals.com Accessorize this winter with wool caps, gloves and scarves ($7.95 to $14.95) in a variety of colors and patterns, including olive or woodland camouflage, shown above. Uncle Sam’s will keep you warm and stylish with a huge selection of vintage and military surplus gear.

Trash & Vaudeville 4 St. Marks Place (2nd/3rd Aves) 212.982.3590 | trashandvaudeville.com Channel your inner rock star with a pyramid stud arm cuff ($13), in black, silver or gold. Trash & Vaudeville is the go-to destination for clothing and accessories custom-designed and tailored to any downtown look, from punk rocker to pin-up girl.

Rock & Roll Fashion Vintage Clothing & Accessories

Textile Arts Center 26 West 8th St (5th Ave/MacDougal St) 646.225.6554 | textileartscenter.com Stella Melgrati, owner of the Yarn Kitchen in Ferrara, Italy, has designed these wool placemats ($42) in organic, undyed Icelandic “lopi” yarn. Crocheted and felted, these place settings are a perfect addition for the dinner table, underneath a plant or just about anywhere.

The Sock Man 27 St. Marks Place (2nd/3rd Aves) 212.529.0300 thesockman.com

It’s a shoe! It’s a sock! It’s a sneaker sock ($8.50), and is one of literally hundreds of other unique sock, stocking and legging designs at this St. Marks Place foot fancier.

Hand-Woven Textiles Fabulous Footwear

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William-Wayne & Co. 40 University Place (E. 9th/10th Sts) 212.533.4711 | william-wayne.com

William-Wayne & Co. features an eclectic array of beautiful decorative objects for the home. Keep warm company with cool drinks this holiday season with a high quality, classic rattan ice cooler ($90) that also comes with matching tongs.

Wagwear 48 East 11th Street (@ University Pl) 212.673.7210 | wagwear.com/home

Wagwear’s stylish nylon rain vest ($68) folds into a convenient pouch, and features safety orange trim, taupe nylon webbing fasteners and matching leash. With dog gear designed and made right here in NYC, Wagwear has the unique ability to custom-tailor most garments, whether to a Daschund or a Great Dane. It’s the perfect place for pooch presents!

Fashions for Fido Elegant Home Accents

Vada Spa 387 6th Ave (@ Waverly Pl) 212.206.1572 | vadaspa.com

Refresh your mind and body with a Winter Escape Spa Package ($89) from Vada Spa. Package includes 30-minute Swedish massage, cranberry or ginger mango body polish, manicure and pedicure in a soothing and relaxing environment.

Waga 22 St. Marks Place (2nd/3rd Aves) 212.505.5573 | waganyc.com

Celebrating a newborn this holiday season? How about this bronze mother and child sculpture ($125) handmade in Burkina Faso? Lovingly curated by owner Oueni Sawadogo, the Waga boutique specializes in handcrafts and jewelry from West Africa.

Sublime Spa Services African Handcrafts

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