Upcoming NYC Store Parties That Celebrate Everything From Menswear to Vibrators

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SOHO—Skip the bar this Thursday, April 28th and redirect to Babeland (43 Mercer St) to check out the exclusive launch of The Fun Factory's flower-inspired Calice vibrator. The night includes champagne, Jacques Torres chocolate, and customized perfume via Scenterprises — attendees can take home a 5ml bottle of their handcrafted scent. The first 15 partygoers to arrive will receive gift bags, but anyone can enter to win a toy worth $150. Grab tickets to the free event here.

SOHO—Browse the P. Johnson Tailors trunk show at menswear boutique Carson Street this weekend to preview its latest styles or place an order for made-to-measure suiting. Pop into Greene Street between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and between 12:00 p.m and 6:00 p.m on Sunday. Appointments are not required, but are recommended; email Go@williamsonpr.com to get yours.

MIDTOWN—Clothing boutique Mixology is partying at the W New York to celebrate the soul of the city Thursday night. Catch visual artist Jeremy Penn's live painting, music by Claire Salvo, and a preview of designer Brett Novek's latest collection for good hYOUman. Festivities turn up from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m in the hotel's Living Room, and you can RSVP to Jackie@kiarahorwitz.com​

BRYANT PARK—Shop a selection of Kit & Ace's comfortable everyday pieces when it pops up at the Refinery Hotel (63 W 38th St) this weekend. You'll also find city itineraries curated by local influencers, just in case you're itching to fall in love with NYC. It's open Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

SOHO—Artwork and a good night's sleep make an unlikely pairing at the Leesa Dream Gallery, open daily through the summer at 112 Wooster Street. Here, you can try out startup brand Leesa's signature mattress and pick up new artwork from Artlifiting, an organization that supports and sells pieces by homeless and disabled artists; proceeds from the gallery go directly to the artists.