"It's a sad state of affairs when Lever House begins to seem like a warm old friend."
New York Nostalgist Gifts
Looking for a gift for a New York enthusiast? Our collection features creative products that beautifully capture the spirit and nostalgia of the Big Apple. Perfect for those who cherish city memories and love to showcase their passion. Whether it’s a quirky print or a cozy pillow, find a gift that speaks to their city soul.
Subway Series
Lennon and McCartney.
"This next one's another oldie."
The Paper Route
Art Garfunkel.
Neil Young
The Last Non E-Book In The World.
Quadruple dark hot chocolate. Whoa, everything all right? Sure, yeah, great. I'm a journalist and writer in an era in which the printed word has been totally devalued by free distribution of information on the internet. Can I pay in prose? Point taken.
"I love the popping sounds on old vinyl LPs..."
If you give a mouse a french cookie
'I've seen nothing I've liked since Victor Meldrew!'
'Oh no! You're obviously smaller than me, Joy!' 'You're not fat, 'cause those pants were tight on me too Verl.'
The benefit of an old-fashioned newspaper.
"In my day I played a pretty mean cowbell."
'You said you wanted to start reading the newspaper online.'
"Is that when you turn the juke box off?"
"Horton hears The Who!"
His master's voice
"When I was young, music and lyrics were important! Now it's all about production...it's all jiggly butts, smoke, sexy clothes and crazy videos!"
'Did I hear right - Bob Dylan's changin' his name back?'
"Can't believe you've still got an eight-track player in this thing."
Raffia Mafia - "Vinny, there's some nice baskets comin' in through Queens."
His Master Voice Desert Island
"Living...in...the...1970s...must...have...been...DYN-O-MITE!"
"Sure makes a change from New York!"
'Walkman' 'Shuffle man'
'Rorschach multiple-choice test'
'I miss fighting who gets the front page of the paper first.'
Socially Distanced I heart N Y
Hot Dog Stand.
"He're the pitch; a sequel to 'Yesterday', but instead of The Beatles, it's The Carpenters. We'll call it 'Yesterday, Once More'."
"I don't get it...there are so many cool new bands out...but it looks like you haven't bought anything in forever!"
"It's great having all the space, but Dan has been missing the city a bit."
"Sure, you don't know me now, but just wait 'til the year 2000...I'm the Millennium Bug."
New York Nostalgist Gifts Collection
New York Nostalgist Mugs
Explore our collection of New York-themed mugs—perfect for bringing city memories to your morning routine.
New York Nostalgist Pillows
Discover cozy pillows inspired by New York’s iconic spirit—perfect for any city lover’s home.
New York Nostalgist Prints
Browse our artistic prints celebrating New York’s timeless charm—ideal for any nostalgic city enthusiast.
New York Nostalgist T-Shirts
Check out our vibrant New York T-shirts—ideal for expressing city pride with a creative twist.