NYC location number quatre for très chic French luxury brand. Spawned by Lacoste offspring (founder Thierry Gillier is Andre Gillier’s grandson), aims to be simultaneously posh and a... read more
Located in a rather epic, neoclassical-looking building on Greene Street, this shop stocks the full Dior arsenal, from accessories to fragrance to footwear to ready-to-wear. Unsurprisingly for the ... read more
Affordable, fashion-forward boutique, whose décor, the owners say, is a little "boudoir meets mysterious interior garden." In addition to in-house designs, carries well-curated selection of ... read more
Elbow the models aside and browse a gorgeous collection of skirts, tops, accessories, and shoes by such fashion luminaries as Chrissie Morris, Reece Hudson, and Mrs. David Beckham. Vogue has alread... read more
Not many designers (er, actually probably no others) can say they've dressed Pacino, Jay-Z and Morrissey. But Italian fashion legend Angelo Galasso's "Tradition in Evolution" philosophy has an appe... read more
Euro boutique that's been around since the ‘80s, delivering "variations" on a contemporary-chic theme. House label introduces new designers, in addition to the up-and-comers you'll find on th... read more
Not a cop buddy flick, but a collaboration between two college friends inspired by the diversity of designers they found in London and Paris. Saga of rough Bowery renovation and MePa pop-up conclud... read more
Finnish designer Paola Ivana Suhonen brings her arty, edgy looks to Nolita. Family-run label dates back to 1998, but remains as current as ever (it’s the only Scandinavian brand ever invited ... read more
Classic American preppy meets urban for durable downtown looks. Anti-flash threads from Atelier Production et Création (A.P.C.) are fully credible, from mainstream Paris and back across the ... read more
Designer Juliana Cho expands on her Village shop with a boutique and atelier in Tribeca. Petite and sweet spot shows what quality construction really means. Tight edit may make for limited selectio... read more
Consignment is one way to recession-proof a dedicated designer habit (it's not about want versus need, it's want thus need. Right?) Pick up Vuitton, Chloe, Prada, and other smoking-hot labels (load... read more
Best known for her support of animal rights, Stella McCartney doesn't let her fashion suffer for her beliefs. Store reflects Beatle-spawn's inherent talent for feminity in her designs. Beautifully ... read more
Charming, hole-in-the-wall East Village boutique expands to the BK. Brookelynn Starnes, former designer for Libertine, launched the feminine range in 2006 and it's since been picked up by Barneys ... read more
Unlike most brands, Marni fits in as well downtown as it does up. Idiosyncratic, colorful, and brave, this Italian label attracts a certain type of woman not identifiable by her neighborhood. Fitti... read more
Strives to make shopping for jeans a more civilized experience, ditching the piles and clutter for clean lines and open spaces. Holy order of denim brands, including DL1961, Current/Elliott, Henry ... read more
Strives to make shopping for jeans a more civilized experience, ditching the piles and clutter for clean lines and open spaces. Holy order of denim brands, including DL1961, Current/Elliott, Henry ... read more
Hipster consignment shop extraordinaire, Beacon's Closet offers a wide selection of vintage and used items for men and women. Drop off some of your old duds for store credit, or just peruse rac... read more
Boston-based consignment shop expands to the UWS. Does stock some high-end stuff (Diane Von Furstenberg, Chanel, Louis Vuitton), but tends to price it accordingly. Denim racks from the likes of Guc... read more
St. Lucia-born, Garment District-bred house reprises the ready-to-wear line that made such a splash in the ‘90s. Name means “touch” in Italian, a sense you’ll be eager to us... read more
Though the selections at Century 21 might be a season or two old, prices are freshly cut. Discount department shop is known for its deals and it's best to shop early to avoid stroller-laden familie... read more
Second coming of legendary Chelsea pachyderm. Shake-up of original ...
Moroccan/Mediterranean fare is spruced-up version of Bistro Truck&r...
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San Francisco’s famed hole-in-the-wall expans to the LES. Swa...