Assouline has taken residence inside of Sotheby’s New York City headquarters at York Avenue and 72nd.  The luxury publisher known for its books and gift items dedicated to fashion, photography, art and design. “The shop, with an approximate square footage of 90 feet, is located in the public street-level lobby area of Sotheby’s, and include Assouline’s unique and elegant publications as well as an exclusive line of gift items.  The revolving selection of products will tie-in to the auction calendar and reflect current cultural interests.”

The Ace Hotel is about to expand their hotel empire beyond West Coast to New York City. The new Ace Hotel NYC will be located on the corner of 29th and Broadway inside a defunct luxury hotel. Like their locations in Seattle and Portland, OR, the Ace Hotel designs their rooms with minimalism and functionality. Decor for Ace Hotel NYC include found objects, artwork, and of course, comfortable beds. If the NYC ace Hotel is anything like the Portland version, we’re sure it will be a success. Keep you eyes out for the Ace Hotel Palm Springs soon. (images via watm)

More preview shots of the Ace Hotel New York City after the jump.

Yes! I finally used the word "bespoke" in a piece. Bespoke. The word itself sounds nothing like its mean when used by Americans but, it’s been having a hell of a year! Not many words outside of maybe "collaboration" can boast such wide numbers of mention in print during 2008. The word itself has cause such controversy that in the UK some tailors have sued for misuse.

With that out of the way, lets focus on New York’s Seize sur Vingt on Elizabeth Street. "Following the tradition of the bespoke clothier, we make finely tailored clothing for men and women, whose fabrics and fit are both youthful and elegant. We have men and womenâs custom and ready-to-wear shirts and suits, sportswear, shoes, and beautifully made accessories. "

With prices ranging from 140$ to 160$US for ready to wear shirts, there is something for all budgets. (photo via timeout)

(capsule) is quickly becoming the beat for mens tradeshows. With a very successful launch of their recent (capsule) Paris show as well as coverage in DNR mag for the minds behind it (BPMW), the show is taking aim and offering some opportunities for the non-retail and editors. " if you’re not a member of the retail or editorial worlds, we’ve got stuff planned for you, as well. We’re spreading the spirit of  independent creative design across the LES and we’re calling it the (capsule) Neighborhood Network—a series of events throughout the LES in some of our favorite shops."

Full schedule for (capsule) Neigborhood Network available now.

UK’s venerable TopShop is heading over the pond to te Big Apple – New York City, with sites set on more doors worldwide. According to WWD, "Those same spunky harlequin dresses, tuxedo jackets and sequined HotPants that play well in the U.K. are coming to Broadway in mid-October with a 40,000-square-foot store composed of four selling floors; glossy shelving; futuristic lighting tubes and a DJ booth, both suspended from the ceiling; an "army" of mannequins; a shoe lounge; 32 changing rooms, and a VIP suite for the expected celebrity clientele." The New York store is set to open in the Fall.

IHT reported back in February that TopShop’s boss, Sir Philip Green, promises doors to follow  in  Hong Kong and India very soon.

Y’s Mandarina (you know, that accessories line of Yohji Yamaoto and Mandarina Duck) has begun to build up that cult following type of vibe and is expanding stateside with a retail space set to open in New York’s SOHO district. WWD reports thatthe store front will boast 2400 sq/ft of room and should be open this fall.

For the first time in 70 years the game of polo will be played in Manhattan. The Veuve Clicquot Manhattan Polo Classic will take place on Governors Island on May 31 featuring a match between Ralph Lauren’s Blackwatch Team and Asprey’s Club. For those not familiar with the gentleman-lly game of polo, this is aperfect opportunity to experience it in public setting. Picnics will be allowed and a free ferry shuttle will run from Manhattan to Governor’s Island every 30 minutes. Did we mention the Veuve Clicquot champagne bar field side? Get in on this.

For over 90 years, Moscot has been an eyewear “institution” in New York City. The Moscot Classic frame sets are very recognizable and still continue to sell well decades past their introduction.

To complement their three doors in NYC, Moscot, in conjunction with denim rockers, Earnest Sewn, will open a a pop-up shop inside Sewn’s NY digs highlighting their collaborative “Buffalo Horn MOSCOT Lemtosh frames.” As noted on R29, “Earnest Sewn’s 420-square-foot installation space will be designed in homage to MOSCOT’s initial Rivington location, a shop that once gave the gift of sight (and cool) to Buddy Hollys, Johnny Depps, and plain old ladies alike.” Look for it in April.