New York's best in shop: 2008

Our top boutiques and buys, from Swedish flower pins to Brooklyn cat hats

Not sure where to shop this holiday? Need a gift that’s as unique as it is (relatively) inexpensive? Or just plain bored with your retail regime? We understand: New York’s a shopper’s dream, but an overwhelming one. As the year comes to a close, we asked our style writers to nominate what shop this year got their attention enough to keep them returning for more in the new year.

(Pictured: Red Lipstick in Prospect Heights)