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Shop Talk: Summer Pampering

Admire one of the largest selections of writing instruments in the world at Art Brown (2 W. 46th St., 800-772-PENS). In business since 1928, their knowledgeable staff will help you find the right pen for your needs. They also carry a full line of stationery and greeting cards that can be personalized. Here are a couple of great ideas for those who are a little late with a Father’s Day or graduation gift: the Postage Pen, with real international postage stamps placed along the barrel; and the Dollar Bill Pen, with real chopped up money on the barrel.

Of course, every day is kids’ day, so take your deserving child to experience the biggest Build-A-Bear Workshop (565 Fifth Ave. & 46th St., 212-871-7080) store in the world, right here in midtown. Have furry fun creating your own stuffed animal friends and personalizing them with hundreds of fashions and accessories. You’ll make a stuffed animal and so much more: a new best friend and an unforgettable memory.

By the same token, a trip here wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Toys“R”Us Times Square (1514 Broadway at 44th St., 1-800-869-7787). Their international flagship store combines the fun attractions of an amusement park with the themes and excitement of a toy store that kids of all ages will enjoy. From the moment you walk through the door and glimpse the 60-foot ferris wheel, you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into a veritable wonderland.

With a terrific selection of clothing, gifts, and toys at unbeatable prices, Conway (35th St. & Broadway, 212-967-3460) is a must-shop destination that offers low-priced fashions for women, men, children, and the home, as well as an extensive selection of health- and beauty-care products. Their flagship store is located directly across from Macy’s and near the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, so it’s a good way to take a break from the hectic pace of sightseeing.

After you treat the kids, it’s time to indulge yourself. Saint Gill (436 Madison Ave. btw. 49th & 50th Sts., 212-644-5140) is home to the latest European designer clothing with savings of up to 80 percent off the original prices. For daywear, there’s an excellent selection of suits in both trouser and skirt styles. For eveningwear, Saint Gill offers an assortment of elegant cocktail suits and gowns. They also feature striking coats in mink, sheared mink, and leather and handsome accessories, including costume jewelry, hats, bags, and scarves.

New York City is home to the largest Genuine Harley-Davidson MotorClothes (686 Lexington Ave. btw. 56th & 57th Sts., 212-355-3003) boutique in the world. This awe-inspiring store carries authentic Harley Davidson leather jackets, vests, chaps, leather pants, jeans, boots, shoes, T-shirts, watches, and limited-edition collectibles you can’t find anywhere else. You don’t have to ride a hog to enjoy this impressive store stocked with legendary American-classic MotorClothes.

For shopping that’s a little more off-the-beaten-path, Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market (39th St. btw. Ninth & Tenth Aves.) runs every Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., serving countless bargain-hunters: interior designers, antique hunters, buyers of fine crafts and fine art, collectors, stylists, and those shopping for fresh farm products — including fruits and vegetables in season — and baked goods. (For more information on vendors and how you can participate, visit www.hellskitchenfleamarket.com.)

Runners from all over the world prefer New Balance (51 W. 42nd St. at Sixth Ave., 212-997-9112; 821 Third Ave. at 50th St., 212-421-4444; 745 Seventh Ave. at 49th St., 212-398-2449) — and so will you, because New Balance running shoes provide exceptional comfort and support. You can peruse the entire New Balance collection at these stores, including running, tennis, hiking, walking, and dress shoes in a multitude of sizes (5-20) and widths (AA to 6E). The store also features high-performance clothing designed to help everyone look and feel their best. And with New Balance shoes on your feet, you’ll be able to keep on shopping.

Skin and nail treatments are the hallmarks of Serenity Nail and Spa (846 Seventh Ave. btw. 54th & 55th Sts., 2nd flr., 212-246-2730; 717 Second Ave. btw. 38th & 39th Sts., 212-297-1757), so take a break from shopping and treat yourself in these state-of-the-art nail salons/spas. Enjoy manicures and pedicures from trained personnel while relaxing in leather massage chairs; choose from express, serenity, or deep-cleaning facials and Swedish, aromatherapy, or deep-tissue massage. For those on the go, the “express facial” is the ideal lunch-time indulgence that’ll both pamper and rejuvenate.

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