Whether you’re shopping for gifts or necessities, New York City can satisfy all of your shopping needs. We have clothing, accessories, sportswear, and gifts for yourself or anyone you want to surprise when you get home.
   
Experience one of the world’s largest selections of fine writing instruments at Art Brown International Pen Shop. They have been in business since 1928 with a staff that will help you find the right pen for your need. Whether for yourself, a gift, or for corporate giving, they can direct you to a perfect writing instrument. They also carry a full line of stationery and greeting cards, which can be personalized. 2 W. 45 St. at Fifth Ave., 800-772-PENS; www.artbrown.com
   
The New York leather jacket store, Genesis offers over 20,000 jackets, pants, and vests with brand names that include Schott, Avirex, Vanson, Jeff Hamilton, Louisville Slugger, and more, for men, women, and children at excellent prices. They also have a large selection of Replay jeans, belts, and accessories. Located inside the shop, Genesis Watches/Sunglasses carries a tremendous selection of top-name watches and sunglasses at some of the best prices in town with names such as Fossil, Kenneth Cole, Bulova, TechnoMarine, Gucci, Polo, Christian Dior, and Diesel. 718 Lexington Ave. btw. 57th & 58th St.; 212-980-1514
   
Sony Style is home to all things Sony. This great store allows you to experience Sony products first hand, with the benefit of experienced and helpful sales associates. Sony Style features an array of Sony’s consumer electronics and entertainment, including Bravia HDTVs, VAIO personal computers, Cyber-shot Digital Still cameras, portable entertainment, and much more. Also, check out their magnificent Philip Johnson-designed corporate headquarters. It’s one of the City’s foremost postmodern buildings; famous for its “Chippendale” keyhole top. Madison Avenue at Sony Plaza, btw. 55 & 56 Sts. in the heart of Manhattan, 212-833-8800
   
Need to have a sit-down with Tony Soprano? Then drop by The HBO Shop. There you’ll find HBO’s unusual, useful and beautiful products. A full line of The Sopranos gifts awaits show fans. You can purchase t-shirts and aprons embossed with Satriale’s, the pork store in the series. There are Bada-Bing! items, coffee table books, posters, caps, humidors, beautiful steel-handled umbrellas, and the coolest 300-count poker chip set. The HBO Shop is a dream come true for fans of Sex and the City, showcasing items inspired by the show. There’s also a full line of DVD sets, t-shirts, etc. of all your favorite shows, including Flight of the Conchords and Entourage.  1100 Ave. of the Americas (42nd St. & Sixth Ave.), 212-512-SHOP.
   
Whether your preferred board is for the waves, the slopes, or the sidewalk, Quiksilver is an excellent stop for clothing, accessories, and footwear for “young-minded people.” Their stores are like no other in New York City, offering full lines of Quiksilver and Roxy brands. Quiksilver’s signature use of rich visuals and bright colors infuses the urban surroundings of their stores with imagery depicting the beauty, passion, and adventure of the board riding lifestyle. 3 Times Square at 42nd St. & Seventh Ave., 212-840-8111; 519 Broadway btw. Spring & Broome Sts. (in SoHo), 212-226-1193
   
Need to pick up a MacBook or pricing out a new Nikon COOLPIX? J&R Music & Computer World has one of the city’s largest selections of audio, video, digital, SLR and professional cameras, computers and software, PDAs, iPods and MP3 players, as well as CDs, DVDS, 110/220 products, and more. And they have a well-stocked, in-house Apple Store. You’ll find a vast selection of low-priced products in a user-friendly, interactive environment, with knowledgeable, multi-lingual salespeople who can help you pick out that perfect gift. Park Row, across from City Hall, 212-238-9000
   
If technological gadgets are what you’re shopping for, another location in Manhattan is DataVision, one of the city’s largest computer and video retailers. Its three levels encompass 30,000 square feet of savings, featuring a full selection of computers, software, peripherals, cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, DVDs, video players, TVs, handhelds, GPS solutions, desktops, notebooks, carrying cases, and mobile phones—perfect for any tech-nut. 445 Fifth Ave. at 39th St., 212-689-1111
   
Take your pick—any one of these stores is worth the visit while you’re in town. Visit one, or all of them, you’ll find something to satisfy your shopping needs, or wants.