'Tis the season...to stress out about your holiday shopping list and finding the perfect gift for all of your favorite family and friends. Instead, enjoy a worry-free holiday season without driving miles and miles to check of your list.
We rounded up some of Bergen County's best hidden gems — the boutiques and shopping centers that have practically everything you wanted and gifts you didn't even know you needed. These shops are so good, you'll add one to cart for them and a little something for yourself too. Whether you're searching for a home gift for a holiday host, a trendy item for the littles, or cozy clothes for your mom, we've got you covered with our list below.
Lipstick and Magic Tricks, Northvale
This makeup artist-run beauty studio meets boutique is home to tons of clean beauty products and custom gifts, like clean-burning candles, lip gloss, natural soaps, jewelry, and skincare. Want to look your best for your upcoming holiday parties? Owner Mariel Descarfino will even teach you how to apply makeup the right way or get you party-ready with her years of expertise.
Van Riper Plaza, Woodcliff Lake
If you need to make a quick run for a few items but don't want to mess with the mall, head to Van Riper Plaza. The small shopping center has a good variety of shops, including Sephora, Mixology, Cambridge Wines, and Luxury Nails + Spa — all across the street from Tice's Corner.
For when you don't want the overwhelming size of Garden State Plaza and want to throw in a little entertainment while you're there, too, head over the NJ border to the Palisades Center in West Nyack. It has every type of store for gifting (think: Garage, Barnes & Noble, Dick's Sporting Goods, Aerie, Sephora, and Target), plus so many ways to make it a family fun day. Solve quick interactive games at Time Mission, be brave at the Palisades Climb Adventure ropes course, or beat other in the Immersive Gamebox.
Clothing, jewelry, bags, baby gifts, and retro-inspired gifts are on full display at Hunt & Orchard's Ridgewood location. There are so many fun and original gifts to grab, or create a custom piece with their bigger-than-ever charm bar. Plus, look out for their Westwood location opening in the spring of 2026.
We all have that friend who practically lives in athleisure (and of course, there's your own love of leggings), which makes this Ridgewood spot a must-visit during the holidays and beyond. It has a highly curated collection of pieces like MZ Wallace bags, cozy sweaters, and comfy and supportive matching leggings sets for you and your active friends.
You may want to add this jewelry boutique to your own wish list this year. This women-run gem is eye candy for a shopper looking for a special gift this holiday season. Grab a super layered look or opt for a minimalist, simplistic design, including earrings, hand chains, bracelet stacks, and so much more. Walk-ins are welcome.
Hazel Boutique has been trending for some time, and it has tons of new arrivals worth grabbing for the holidays — including the Hazel Summer Nights perfume and tons of matching lounge sets. The Hazel brand matching sweatshirts and sweatpants are as comfy as they are cute, while the collection of accessories are not only elegant but affordable. Or, snag a holiday gift like Swedish fish ornaments, a dirty martini ornament, or gingerbread-scented candle.
Visit the Lily and Kate for plenty of options for every taste and interest. Customer faves include relaxing scented candles, stackable bracelets, boozy ornaments, matching sets for babies, fuzzy jackets, and plenty more in home décor and accessories that are giftable for your holiday hosts.
Pazzazed, Ridgewood and Franklin Lakes
The two Bergen County locations offer beautiful home décor gifts that make this a must-visit for the holidays. Serving bowls, soft throw blankets, bedazzled wine glasses, bracelets, snow globes, candles, and framed prints are just some of the fine home finds they sell. Plus, there's a section of New Jersey- and Bruce Springsteen-inspired gifts for the ultimate Jersey girls.
Handmade items are on-hand at this boutique where "artisans showcase their goods to the public." If you're in the market for a unique gift for a unique loved one, Market House is sure to have a winner. Items include seasonal scented candles that add ambiance to any space, handmade mugs, tea towels, plants, and simple ornaments with inspiring messages.
Aside from trendy clothes and cozy pajamas, Marcia's Attic Kids is stocked with tons of gift ideas for all ages and interests. Grab holiday Sticker Beans, Labubus, cute accessories, and gifts like karaoke sets and instant cameras. It's easily a one-stop-shop for your holiday haul.
From beaded crystal bracelets to unique fragrant candles, SoulScents gifts are an ideal way to show someone insterested in "all things metaphysical" that you care. Grab a joy and abundance crystal candle, zodiac bracelet, crystal-infused water bottle, chakra tea, or a relaxing room and body mist. You can also shop denim jackets with metaphysical designs.
This one-stop-shop for all your gifting needs has jewelry, houseware with flair, handbags, and clothing for everyone from tiny tots to adults throughout their back to back store locations. Whether you're looking for yourself or for a friend, Ginger is a great place for unique and thoughtful gifts that won't be seen on everyone.
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