Other Places to Visit

Century 21:

Situated in Tribeca, this is a discount department store on a MASSIVE scale. It houses many designer names at very cheap prices so expect at scrap for the last Marc Jacobs dress! As the website says "it's fashion worth fighting for", this could mean litteraly too!

Directly opposite Century 21 is the Ground Zero site, which has always been a place I have wanted to visit ever since 9/11.

The Coffee Shop:

This is situated in Union Square, and it seems like from the reviews that it is a place to be visited. Even though some reviews don't give it the best repuatation, it seems like it is still worth a visit. At night time it turns into a bar, with late night DJ's and you can go there if under 21. It sounds perfect!

PS1:

This is the largest institution in the U.S dedicated solely to contemporary art.

Ice Skating in Central Park:

If I get chance to, I definitely want to go ice skating in Central Park. It's such a wintery thing to do, and with the backdrop of the New York sky scrapers behind us it will be the perfect setting.

East Village:

This was the base of the beatnicks in the 1950s, and the neighbourhood had become a centre of counterculture. Other artistic movements that happended here was that of punk rock too. It is now known for it's diverse community, vibrant nightlife and artistic sensibility. I am definitely up for a night out here, it reminds me of the Camden town of London! 

SoHo

In the mid 1800s SoHo was best known for it's bars and brothels and was a mostly male dominated area. The area eventually began to decline until the mid 20th century when artists moved into the loft spaces where they could both live and work. This is how we know SoHo today.

Places to visit:

Prada:



This is a must see in SoHo. The flagship store is a complete mix of architecture, fashion and fututristic technology. It is part exhibition hall, part retail adventure and the store often caters for shows and events. I am intrigued to take a look inside, and it is definitely on my list of top places to go visit.

Agent Provocateur:

This is a good to see how a British brand markets themself in America. It is also good to be able to compare a lingerie store like this to an American one such as Victoria Secrets. I'm hoping these comparisions will help in my research for the upcoming breifs post New York.

Anthropologie:

As a great lover of Urban Outfitters, I thought it would be worth visiting it's parents store, Anthropologie whilst in New York. It will be interesting to compare the 2 stores and see their similarites as well as their differences. Whilst I'm in SoHo I might just take a trip to Urban Outfitters too.

A.P.C:

This is a good shop for high quality basic clothing at a moderate price.

American Apparel:

At a more affordable price, this will be a good store to compare to A.P.C to see how each differs. I will most definitely be picking up some much needed basics for my wardrobe from this store.

Built by Wendy:

Although the clothes in this store are quite basic, they are still infused with the designers personal taste and inspiration. From looking at the website the clothes seem a bit 'grown up' for my style, but it's still worth a look.

Legacy:

This store is a mix of both vintage and contemporary clothing, showcasing new, talented designers which are hung alongside vintage gowns. It will be interesting too see how the two run alongside each other.

Patina:

This vintage shop is perfect for one-of-a-kind finds. With flawless garments which the owner takes particular pride in, I am definitely up for a visit.

Ina:

This is a designer consignment shop full of inidividual used designer and vintage pieces at half the original price. The shop famously acquired the wardrobe to Sex and the City when the show finished. The staff are both tuned to current trends as well as being collectors themselves and so often inspire the garments that make their way into the store. Might even be possible to find something that was once on a photoshoot in Vogue.

Kirna Zabete:

This is a mixture of goth, glam and girly designer fashion all under one roof. It is home to many avant-garde designers from Balenciaga, Tuleh and Derek Lam as well as having the new must-have handbags or up and coming label. Although it will be pricey, it's worth a look to see how these type of designers are put together.

Screaming Mimi's:

It is one of the most funkiest, downtown, affordable vintage stores mostly specialising in casual wear from the 60s, 70s and 80s; it is a favourite for designers and wardrobe stylists.


There is also the fair share of individual luxury designer store in SoHo too:

D&G:

Diesel:

Marc Jacobs:

Pleats Please, Issey Miyake:

Chelsea and The Meatpacking District

Chelsea is a neighbourhood on the West Side of Manhattan in New York City. The neighbourhood is mainly residential and the many retail businesses situated here reflect the ethnic and social diversity of the population.

The western part of Chelsea has become a centre of the New York art world, with many art galleries located in both new buildings and rehabilitated warehouses. This is definitely an area that I would like to visit.

This is an image taken at Chelsea Market, which is not only famous for it's food, but can also be a place to pick up designer clothing at affordable prices. If I get a chance this is definitely a place I want to check out.

Balenciaga:

After liking Balenciaga clothes for a while and having seen some images of the store here in Chelsea, I am intrigued to take a look for myself. I like the unfinished look of the store and the simplicity it creates.

The Family Jewels:

This is a cute and quirky little vintage shop, selling both clothes and accessories. There might even be the opportunity to pick up some vintage designer clothing so definitley worth a look.

The Meatpacking District is again a neighbourhood in the borough of Manhattan and has been described by New York magazine as "New York's most fashionable neighbourhood". This is because since the 1990s the Meatpacking district has gone through a transformation and is now home to high end boutiques.

Alexander McQueen:

After years of admiring Alexander McQueens's clothing, if there is only one shop I go in when I'm in New York it will be this one.

Moschino:

If I get the chance to, Moschino is another store that I would like to visit whilst in the Meatpacking District. They often have quirky window displays and so it will be interesting to see what they are displaying this season.

Jeffrey:

This is a mini department store, a bit like the Meatpacking District's answer to Barney's. The store has a collection of the seasons most fashionable runway styles all set to the sounds of an  in-house DJ. This department store will be interesting to visit in order to compare it to the similar style stores back in Britain.

Midtown / 5th Avenue

The centre of New York City and home to Times Square, Rockerfeller Centre and Broadway. This is first on my list of places to visit!

It is also home to the city's most famous and tallest builidings, The Empire State and The Crysler. However, although everyone missions up the Empire State building, I will be going up the Rockerfeller as you can see all of Central Park with floor to ceiling glass windows and there is much more room, unlike at the top of the Empire.  

Midtown is situated between 14th and 59th street, between the Hudson River to the East River.

5th Avenue runs straight through the heart of Midtown, and in this particular section, the streets are lined with prestigious shops and is often ranked as the most expensive shopping street in the world.

Places to visit:

There is 2 major department stores, situated in Midtown, that have to be visited when on a trip to New York.

Bergdorf Goodman:

A luxury goods department store based on 5th Avenue.

These are examples of the Bergdorf Goodman holiday windows for 2010, designed by David Hoey, and titled 'Wish You Were Here'. The aim is to take the audience on a journey through fantasy travel, sly visual wit and far-flung places. I think this is definitely achieved, and I am looking forward to seeing the window displays when I'm there.

Bloomingdales:

This is an iconic American department store owned by Macy's, situated on 3rd Avenue. Bloomingdales is where the famous "brown bag" originated from.

And at just $20, its a bargain compared to alot of the things in store!

As well as all the luxury stores in Midtown, an interesting store to visit is ABC Carpet & Home:

ABC is a chic, home furnishings emporium located on Broadway in New York City. It's the largest rug and carpet store in the world. It's a good place to visit as it is a change from the usual clothes stores and great inspiration can come from home furnishings.

Upper East Side

(This reminds me of Gossip Girl!!)

This is the most affluent area of New York City, situated between Central Park and the East River. It is home to many upmarket stores.

Places to visit:

Barneys:

This high fashion department store is home to many designers and is a core part of the retail in New York.  Although pretty much every item will be out of my price range, it's definitely still worth a look round.

Intermix:

This high fashion boutique provides a range of the latest European and American styles, with samller fashion forward lables hanging next to the industry's biggest names. As the in store collections are relatively small, if you don't grab it the first time you see it, it will probably be gone by the next! 

Pookie & Sebastian:

Before researching this store I had never heard of it before, but from my research I have found that it is an adorable little boutique that I definitely want to visit when I'm in New York. Although some of it does seem a little pricy, I'm sure I will be able to snatch up a few bargains in the sale.

Scoop:

This is another store full of designer brands ranging from moderate to expensive. Could be worth a look.


There is an entire range of luxury designer stores situated in the Upper East Side, all of which are worth a look:

Chanel:

Chloe:

The red ballet shoe repeated throughout Chole's Spring 2011 runway is adorable. Definitely on my wish list for the summer.

DKNY:

Givenchy:

Gucci:

The architecture of all these luxury stores is very impressive, therefore expressing that these stores are of a luxury and expense and also that the Upper East Side is the wealthiest area of New York City.

Fred Leighton:

Home to luxury designer jewels and a favourite for red carpet events. Supporters include Sarah Jessica Parker, Nicole Kidman and Catherine Zeta Jones. Antique diamonds and brooches avaibale; it's worth a look.