What is the first thought that comes to mind when you think about the holidays and Rockefeller Center? Tree lighting and the ice rink, possibly? How about all the amazing shops at 30 Rock? I decided to take my family on an early walk through some of the shops at Rockefeller Center, including the newly re-opened FAO Schwarz (which I am so over the moon about!) to share a few of my favorites on my holiday gift guide list this season.
VICTORINOX at Rockefeller Center
First stop, Victorinox. My husband loves Swiss Army knives, and so we decided to check out the store. I happen to love their luggage collection as my son owns one just for himself.
From sport knives to luggage to watches, Victorinox is a well-known brand particularly for their namesake which translates to “stainless steel”. I love that you can also have their Swiss army knives personalized right in the shop!
T2 TEA at Rockefeller Center
Next, we were off to T2 Tea, a brand I didn’t know much about but upon entering immediately fell in love with their tea concept and getting to sample some of their teas.
My son’s adventurous palette had him trying the tea too (T2!). One of our favorites that makes the perfect gift for a tea-lover is their Storybook Tea Loose Tea series, which comes in a beautifully packaged storybook. In store, they added soy milk and honey which made it such a creamy blend of goodness, we had to have another taste.
A few other great ideas from T2 Tea? A one of a kind limited edition tea cup set. With only 700 made, the beautifully detailed floral & patterned set would make anyone enjoy their tea in elegance. For those who love a surprise everyday, the Book of Secrets Advent Calendar has tea samplings, to find a new flavor or two, which would make the perfect gift to find out the next favorite tea to love.
SUGARFINA at Rockefeller Center
Now who can resist candy? Sugarfina is the perfect candy brand that makes little candies so if you eat a few you don’t feel so guilty. Plus, who can resist the store’s unbelievable Instagram-worthy candy wall?
Candy is one of those things you would never re-gift, am I right? These are some of my faves, especially one for the fellas. The Corona gift set comes so nicely packaged, you would never think you are gifting a beer concept set. For the ladies or even a group of girlfriends, the Rose All Day Bento Box is so pretty to gift. But for those who love all kinds of candy, I think my favorite is the Bento Box from Sugarfina where you can choose from a variety of flavors to put into the picture perfect box.
And who would resist the perfect Champagne gummy bear candy as a stocking stuffer, right?
FAO SCHWARZ at Rockefeller Center
Christmas can’t be Christmas without some of the most special toys; and even better from one of the most special toy stores in the world. FAO Schwarz is BACK…and right in front of the iconic Rockefeller Center tree! While the entire store is a dream and I would buy it all if I could, here are some of my favorites that caught my eye and make great gifts for little ones that you may not find anywhere else.
The classic FAO Schwarz teddy bear and all the iconic large stuffed animals remind me of my own youth when I wanted a larger than life zoo filled with giraffes and bears in my own home.
The hand painted decor and details put into the interactive areas all over the new store make it the perfect reason to visit alone. Plus, if you’re like me you can’t resist looking at the Barbie’s. They have so many beautiful limited edition Barbie’s perfect for a collector or the little girl in your family.
I can’t wait to go back and see my son enjoy the race car making area where he’ll be able to build his own. His excitement for all the toys that let him build and create couldn’t be contained! If you know a child who loves to build structures, the Meccano set makes a great gift!
There is nothing more iconic than the large floor piano! Of course, we couldn’t resist trying it out and had a blast doing so. Who remembers the movie BIG with Tom Hanks?
So if you find yourself in New York, make it a point to stroll through some of my favorites and enjoy the holiday scenery at Rockefeller Center and create memories with those you love.
Have you been to Rockefeller Center during the holidays or wish to? What are you most excited about? Let me know in the comments below! Happy Holiday shopping!
Wow! You found some amazing gifts! I would love to receive any one of them.
The holidays seem so festive around there! I need to visit one year.
NYC is the BEST at Christmas! Also, I love Sugarfina candies!
I haven’t been to NY during the holidays in such a long time. The last time I was very young but I do remember being in awe of everything!
xo, Laura
I have always wanted to go there during the holiday season, but have yet to make it! It looks like such a magical time!
Denise | Fashion Love Letters
So many great finds for sure! So wish I could come shop here! NYC is my fave!!
Does it get more festive than Christmas shopping at Rockerfeller Center!? I have always wanted to visit NYC at Christmastime. Totally magical!
One of my bucket list DREAMS is to go to NYC at Christmastime!
I’ve never been to any of these shops but now I really want to! I’m hoping to head up to NY at some point for a weekend trip soon – and now I know where to go!
That tea cup is gorgeous!! I want that under my Christmas tree!
That’s the most beautiful Christmas tree ever!!! NY is always so much fun. I love that there’s a lot of options to shop from
XO
Candace
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OK all these picture are gonna make me cry because I love NY in the holidays and I love that Rockefeller Christmas Tree! It’s so beautiful! And I’m so excited about FAO Schwartz opening at RC!!!
These are such good gift ideas!
Loving your pictures! I live in New York so I’m fortunate enough to always get to see the magic of the holidays here – it’s so exciting!
Looks like you all had so much fun shopping! I have always wanted to visit NYC during the holidays!
I LOVE the holidays at Rockefeller Center! NYC, in general, is BEAUTIFUL this time of year!
Being here during the holidays has always been on my bucket list for life. It is so very festive and looks like such a great time.
Wow, so many things! I’d love to go to Rockefeller for the holidays. Looks so festive!
Sounds like an amazing shopping experience and some really great ideas for Christmas presents! Looks and sounds amazing.
Kileen
cute & little
I go to NYC all the time but just looking at that Christmas tree and all the fun makes me want to go again. I’m going there next May but haha !
Heading to NYC in a few weeks and can’t wait to stop by all of these places!!
You’ve brought back so many great memories! We were in Rockefeller last year this time and visited several of these. I loved every minute!
Wow. So many cool gift ideas.I love this place.
I enjoyed looking at all your photos. I have never been to New York or the Rockefeller Center . But, I have heard of FAO Schwarz and now that it’s open again I hope to take my kid there one day.
I love the advent tea calendar. That’s s great gift idea. I am so happy to hear FAO is open again?
I have always wanted to visit Rockafeller center at Christmas time. It looks just so beautiful, and shopping there would be so much fun!