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NYC IS FOREVER THE BACKDROP FOR STYLECENTRIC SHOWS AND FILMS SUCH AS SEX AND THE CITY, GOSSIP GIRL,
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, SO MAKE SURE YOUR TRIP ALLOWS FOR A BIT OF RETAIL THERAPY. FROM THE BIG DEPARTMENT STORES AND HEAVYWEIGHT FASHION HOUSES ON FIFTH AVENUE TO THE CUTE BOUTIQUES AND VINTAGE STORES DOTTED AROUND BROOKLYN AND THE VILLAGE, HERE ARE A FEW OF OUR FAVOURITES
HANG OUT AT THE NEW HERMÈS
The creators of the infamous Birkin bag are opening a more intimate and relaxed store in the Meatpacking District in spring 2019. With an emphasis on accessories and footwear, there will also be a rooftop terrace, and bar stools and tables in the jewellery section, so you can really get settled into the Hermès experience.
hermes. com
JUST DO IT IN MIDTOWN EAST
‘ Sneakerheads’ can get into gear with the new Nike flagship store that’s opening in Midtown East. The hyperlive trainer is going to be the focus on the lower level, with a small concept store with speed lockers for easy pick- ups and returns. There is also a NikePlus, members- only, fifth- floor destination, with customised apparel and Nike expert sessions available.
nike. com
SHOPPING HEAVEN ON STATEN
We love a bargain, and Empire Outlets on Staten Island ( opening on 17 April 2019) will offer 1.1 million sq ft of retail space with around 100 shops including Brooks Brothers, H& M, Nordstrom Rack, Nike Factory Outlet, Gap Outlet, Polo and more. With food and beverage outlets on the waterfront, you can enjoy the iconic NYC skyline while you take a shopping pit stop.
empireoutletsnyc. com
GUILT- FREE INDULGENCE
Based in Brooklyn, vintage store Beacon’s Closet has a huge array of vintage pieces for you to rummage around in to your heart’s content. What's more, the store embraces sustainability and ethical business practices, which means you can feel good while you shop. Head to one of its four stores to find out why it is regularly billed as one of NYC's top 10 places to shop.
beaconscloset.com DOVER STREET'S ART OF FASHION
London, Tokyo, Singapore, Beijing, LA — no matter where you are in the world, fashionfocused, multi- brand concept store Dover Street Market is always a destination to visit, and their NYC store is no different. Stocking everything from Calvin Klein 205W39NYC, Gucci and Prada to Brit sensation Charles Jeffrey and cult classics such as Cottweiler and Craig Green, it’s more than just a shop — it’s a work of art.
doverstreetmarket.com COOL CLOTHES MEET CULTURE
Opening Ceremony’s inception in 2002, by two friends, Carol Lim and Humberto Leon, was on a quiet street in Downtown New York. Although the brand has spread its wings to LA and Tokyo as well as online, we’re always drawn back to its NYC shop. Located at 35 Howard Street, it has tons of uber- cool brands, such as Band of Outsiders, Acne and Kenzo as well as Opening Ceremony. There's also a kids' corner, a bookshop, art installations and incredible store displays.
openingceremony.com