Pearl River Market

While in New York's SoHo neighborhood last week, I took a stroll into Pearl River Market.  I had heard about it, and seen it (it's across from the only U.S. Top Shop store - a personal fave) but never made it inside until now.  From Mandarin dresses and beaded velvet slippers to Chinese teapots, Asian candy and offbeat knick knacks, Pearl River boasts a hefty size lot with lots of...STUFF.

Having an obsession with cupcakes, this fun little gadget caught my eye.  A silicone bake and serve cupcake mold set that comes with 4 cups and 4 saucers for around $17.  The best part was the website it lead me to - Fred & Friends.  Similar to the site Uncommon Goods, they have all sorts of eclectic and novelty gifts.

Fred & Friends website doesn't appear to let you order online, so if you can't make it to NY's Pearl River, you can find these cupcake holders on Amazon.
 

Tote This

Nothing like being chic and kind to the earth.  These adorable eco friendly totes are perfect for groceries, the beach, school or work and come in various patterns.  Find one that suits your style on BlueQ.com for only $11.99.

Made of 95% recycled woven polypropylene    Size:  15.75"w x 15.35"h x 5.9"d      
Available at Blue Q

Origins

Le Bon Marché literally translates to "the good market" or "the good deal". It is also the name of one of the most famous department stores in Paris, France.

Wikipedia Entry