Castor & Pollux (CLOSED)

Boutique owner Kerrilynn Pamer sleuths out such breakout stars as Macedonian-born Risto Bimbiloski, the Louis Vuitton knitwear designer who launched his own womenswear label, and Caron Callahan, formerly of Derek Lam, whose beautifully simple line, Standard Finery, is made in New York’s Garment District. Unusual accessories are a constant feature—look for exquisitely hand-crafted Reece Hudson lambskin bags by recent Parsons graduate Reece Solomon, and delicate gold-and-gem jewelry from Katie Finn’s Elizabeth Street. Expect new, smart separates from the stylish downtown crowd’s favorite clothing labels, including Acne, Vena Cava, Tucker, Risto and Richard Chai Love. Cosmetics by Lipstick Queen and RGB nail polish provide the finishing touches.