New York is the nation’s business capitol. Almost anything can be found in New York City, and if you can’t find it I’d bet they’ll have it for you next time. Many companies in the US have their flagship stores in NYC, arguable the shopping capitol of the USA. Shopping in New York is not a hobby I suggest, as it is highly addicting. With such a diverse population of people and interests, the top 5 favorite NYC stores might surprise you:
- Bloomingdale’s.
- Barneys New York.
- Restoration Hardware Outlet.
- American Girl Place.
- Apple Store.
Enter the crowded main-floor gallery that feels like all of Times Square has come to visit and make your way upstairs to the second floor to peruse all the best designers along with well-priced American brands, alongside an extensive selection of lingerie. The Soho location caters to the styles of the younger crowd.
Need edgy designer fashions? Check out Barney’s Madison Avenue flagship where you can find Prada suites, rag and bone jeans, and Alexander Wang dresses. With a little bit of everything, you are sure to find plenty to your taste.
No, this isn’t like Home Depot. The Restoration Hardware Outlet is the best luxury home furnishings store that offers the best prices. With a 20,700-square-foot space containing furniture, lighting, textiles, bathware, and outdoor and garden accessories there is tons to look at with everything you need to redecorate that trendy New York loft.
The American Girl Doll is an American classic when it comes to collectibles. These beautiful dolls have their New York home in a 43,000-square-foot store that houses the full line of dolls, a café, bookstore, and photo studio for girls and dolls alike.
The NYC Apple Store is absolutely a techies dream come true. All the goodies are emphasized by a style that is pure Mac with a glass staircase and translucent walkway glittering in the sunshine.
There are dozens of amazing New York City stores that don’t make this list that are definitely worth visiting. Some will always be treasured favorites, like Grand Central Terminal and the famed toy store, FAO Schwarz. The local Toys ‘R’ Us includes a 3 story Ferris wheel. Everything you can imagine and plenty more can be found and bought in New York. Wonder around and enjoy the atmosphere, sneak into the Hershey, Reece’s or M&M Store to enjoy a very sweet treat, or head over to the Strand Book Store and burry your lovely head in the best secondhand books you’ll find, from shiny almost new covers to old and rare tomes.
Anyway you like your shopping, you can find it in New York. From the shiny new to the dusty old, common and rare, it is all there, in case we missed one of your favorite stores, you can always find more information online and other top list as well.
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Phillip is an Operations Manager at Royaluxury.com. He provides luxury car service to businesses and individual clients all over New York City. In his free time, Phillip sits on the Board of Directors at one of the most popular public businesses in New York City. Phillip got his MBA back in 2001.
