Shopping in New York City
Straight from the Runway at Discount Prices
Shopping in New York City includes some unique discount stores, where everyday prices beat any department store sale. Another great NYC find are our Resale and Consignment Shops. Their gently used items might have been worn once, by a model or actress, during a Fashion Week runway show.
Discount Department Stores
When shopping in New York City, you should definitely try the two largest discount stores, Century 21and Loehmann’s (Filene’s Basement is currently working through a bankruptcy). Both are excellent and their everyday prices beat any department store sale. Their prices are similar to clearance prices, but usually during the current season. As with most discount stores, they are “hit or miss,” depending on the day/week you go and what you’re looking for…but you never know what goodies you can find.
Loehmann’s – (not Loehmans) |
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Loehmann’s buys nationally, so they have brands such as Juicy Couture, Theory, Nine West, Polo and DKNY. Great jean selection, Rock & Republic, Seven, Joe’s. Occasionally, you can also find Manolo Blahnik, Prada, Chanel and I even saw Hermés, once. The Upper West Side location often has a better shopping in New York City than Chelsea, as it has less traffic. |
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Century 21 Discount Department Store |
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Century 21 has a huge Men’s department. Located near Wall Street, they originally targeted the business shopper. Because they work directly with garment district reps, and only have to stock locally, they also have very high end designers. Armani, Pucci, Prada and Missoni are regulars and they have a great shoe department for both men and women. If you are downtown (Ground Zero, Wall Street), Century 21 is definitely worth checking out. Their hours revolve around Wall Street, please check in advance. Financial District – 22 Cortlandt St (Church/Broadway) Upper West Side – 1972 Broadway, near Lincoln Center |
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Nordstrom Rack Discount Department Store |
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New in 2010 to NYC, and a block from and DSW discount shoes, making Union Square somewhat of a discount shopping destination. Nordstrom Rack is the outlet of the famous department store, which does not have a NYC store. Their brands are not as upscale as Century 21 or even some of Loehmann’s, but they have a good teenage and shoe selection. |
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Shopping in New York City – Resale Stores
Let me dispell any misnomers about our Resale and Consignment Shops in Manhattan – they are incredible gems. All their items are hand-picked by the stores’ managers, who are fashionistas, and are either brand new with tags, or very gently used. It is not uncommon for gently used to mean it was worn once, by a model or actress, during a photo shoot or runway show.
True Story: I once picked up a pair of Christian Louboutins for $110, that still had the Neiman Marcus tag on the sole, along with the last name of a runway model and the show in which she wore them at Fashion Week!!
Brands regularly stocked include: Prada, Chanel, Hermés, Gucci, Armani, Versace, Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahnik, Theory, Missoni and more – all at a fraction of the retail cost. For a true shopping in New York City experience, our resale stores are not to be missed.
NYC Insider Recommended Resale Stores
Designer Resale
324 E 81st Street (1st and 2nd)
INA
15 Bleecker St. Between Lafayette and Bowery
101 Thompson St. Between Prince and Spring
21 Prince Street and 19 Prince St (Men’s)
207 W 18th Street (Men and Women)
208 73rd (2nd & 3rd Aves)
Fisch for the Hip
153 W 18th (6th and 7th)
Best selection of used Hermés bags in town (Birkin, Kelly)
A Second Chance
SoHo – 155 Prince Street (@ W Broadway), 212.673.6155
Upper East – 1109 Lexington Ave (77th and 78th, 2nd Floor), 212.744.6041
www.ASecondChanceResale.com
Other Resale Shopping in New York City
Roundabout
72 and Madison
646.755.8009
BIS Designer Resale
1134 Madison (84th & 85th)
Encore
1132 Madison Avenue (84th & 85th)
Michael’s
1041 Madison Avenue, (79th and 80th)
LaBoutique
1045 Madison Ave – 2nd Floor, near 80th Street
803 Lex (& 62nd). – 2nd floor
160 W. 72nd St (Bway & Col)
Gabays
225 1st Ave (13 & 14)
M-S 10-7, Su 11-7
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