If you’re looking for a gift for May 13th, you've come to the right place: the shopping capital of the world. Here are some excellent ideas from a variety of stores.

Admire one of the largest selections of writing instruments in the world at Art Brown. In business since 1928, their knowledgeable staff will help you find the right pen, or something from their full line of stationery and greeting cards that can be personalized. Here’s a great idea for Mother’s Day: the Acme 4-Function Pen, the world’s thinnest 4-function pen, with a ball pen, 0.7mm pencil, underliner & PDA stylus (retail price $39). 2 W. 46th St., 800-772-PENS

Bloomingdale’s, the world’s first department store, continues to draw in savvy shoppers with the latest in designer clothing and accessories -- it’s the perfect place to find some New York fashions for Mom. They also offer a great selection of beauty products and a multitude of merchandise for the home. The first-floor Balcony Visitors Center offers many services for out-of-towners, including a multilingual staff and store directories. 59th St. & Lexington Ave., 212-705-2098; SoHo location: 504 Broadway btw. Broome & Spring Sts., 212-729-5900

Smarten Mom’s wardrobe with the latest trends (at a fraction of the price) at Century 21 Department Store. They have over 15 departments of quality designer merchandise at 40-70% off retail, including European and American designer fashions for men, women and kids. There’s something for everyone, including outerwear, handbags, European and domestic sportswear, lingerie and sleepwear, shoes, boots, and sneakers. There’s also top-brand luggage, accessories, fragrances, gloves, wool scarves, hats, home decor, housewares, linens, and more. 22 Cortlandt St. btw. Church St. & Broadway, 212-227-9092

If you’re looking to add a bit of New York glitz to someone’s accessory collection, visit DePicciotto Jewelers. They carry souvenir 14K gold charms starting at $19 -- a great way to remember the trip. Their merchandise also includes a full line of Swarovski crystals, ladies’ crystal evening handbags, 14K & 18K jewelry, and more at very reasonable prices. 555 Fifth Ave. btw. 45th & 46th Sts., 212-949-3392

If one-stop shopping is your M.O. then of course you have to head on over to Macy’s and browse through their large selection of fashion items, the hottest new items, products for family and home, great sales, and more. Macy’s is a nonstop, 7-days-a-week, 12-months-a-year celebration, with their larger-than-life events -- the Thanksgiving Day Parade, Fourth of July Fireworks, and the annual Flower Show -- having become beloved American traditions. Broadway at 34th St., 212-494-2922

Manhattan Art and Antiques Center is one of America’s largest and finest antique centers, featuring works of high quality, variety, and value. With over 100 galleries on the premises, they offer everything from period furniture, clocks, and watches, to authentic bronze and marble sculpture. Victoria’s Lalique Exchange (Gallery 13, 212-759-1036) offers a rare selection of specialty vases, boxes, decanters, bowls, and more, all pre-1945 designs of René Lalique, the preeminent Art Nouveau and Art Deco glassmaker and jewelry designer. 1050 Second Ave. btw. 55th & 56th Sts., 212-355-4400

Sebago has long been known for making handsome, classic footwear. At Shoe Parlor, Sebago is featured with a wide variety of styles and widths. Shoe Parlor also offers the latest styles from Clarks, Dansko, Ecco, and Ugg, among others. 851 Seventh Ave btw. 54th & 55th Sts., 212-582-0039

Knitting has become a popular hobby, as you may have observed on the subway. So if you know a knit-and-needlepoint enthusiast, work your way to Stitches East. They offer an extraordinary selection of yarns and threads in a rainbow of colors and a variety of textures. Patterns, needles, and canvases are also available. It’s a great store for both the novice and the expert because customer service is a priority, and instruction is available. 55 E. 52nd St. at Park Ave. Plaza, 212-421-0112