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Character
Collectible Tintin, Babar and Le Petit Prince figurines share this small offbeat space with everything from modern outdoor furnishings to offbeat wall hangings. Please aspiring photographers with Holga cameras ($80) and design snobs with Tord Boontje curtains ($115) and Japanese toys. 19 Prince St between Elizabeth and Mott Sts (212-274-1966)

Dinosaur Designs
Though diamonds are supposedly a girl’s best friend, the sculptural resin jewelry at this Aussie boutique is worth cultivating a new relationship with. Scoop up bangles in sea-glass–like shades ($70–$145) and chunky, faceted rings ($50–$75). The luminous material can also transform ho-hum tables via cobalt-hued dinner plates ($90) and tangerine serving spoons ($95). 250 Mott St between E Houston and Prince Sts (212-680-3523)

Gates of Morocco
Ornate lanterns crafted out of tin ($175), intricately dyed rugs ($35–$295), colorful pottery ($110–$3,500) and handworked leather poufs ($45–$275) fill this darkly lit space, which prides itself on selling goods that are all crafted by Moroccan artisans. 8 Prince St between Bowery and Elizabeth St (212-925-2650)

Lafco NY/Santa Maria Novella
Pass through the ornate iron doors for a sanctuary of chichi shampoos, perfumes and candles from more-than-600-year-old Italian beauty company Santa Maria Novella. The boutique—bedecked with dark-wood tables and iron pillars—feels like a reliquary for such coveted luxuries as pomegranate bath soaps ($25), soothing bath kits first created by a Dominican friar ($13) and vetiver-scented cologne ($96)—all wrapped in beautiful paper and lovely retro boxes. 285 Lafayette St between E Houston and Prince Sts (212-925-0001)

Marchand des Legumes
This Tokyo-based company offers a not particularly well-organized colorful selection of quirky toys, furniture, home accessories and odd knickknacks from Japan and around the world. Find neon clocks, retro trays, ballerina flats and even a talking watch. 252 Elizabeth St between E Houston and Prince Sts (212-965-1954)