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- 1011 Madison Ave., Upper East Side 10075
- 212-929-7525
Yigal Azrouël
Great stop for stylish knitwear and denim for the downtown set. Azrouël’s women's line plumbs recent trends like the tapered pant leg, belted shapeless dresses, and deconstructed blouses... read more
- 55 Nassau Ave., Greenpoint 11211
- 718-782-0521
Oak
Huge, loft-like gallery lets clothes speak for themselves. Stocked with sleek offerings from the omnipresent 3.1 Philip Lim to the bold colors of Brazilian designer Alexander Herchcovich. Designer ... read more
- 112 Greene St., Soho 10012
- 212-255-1556
Stella McCartney
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
- 199 Water St., Lower Manhattan 10038
- 212-785-5575
Superdry
NYC outpost of UK brand inspired by Japanese graphics and vintage Americana. Ah, globalism. Big store rocking industrial vibe, showcasing Abercrombiesque looks, with abundant use of brand logo... read more
- 50 Howard St., Soho 10013
- 212-431-1335
agnès b.
Agnès Andrée Marguerite Troublé returns to nabe where she launched her first international boutique way back in '83. Exposed brick interior suitable for hanging paintings... read more
- 153 Stanton St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-228-2100
Rocksmith Tokyo
Explicit content from epic hip-hop/Japanese streetwear mashup. Started circa 2002 in Tokyo, soon added NYC flair to the mix, now holds down flagship shop on the LES. Slender space stocked with ... read more
- 367 Bleecker St., West Village 10014
- 212-901-3600
Burberry Brit
Trench coats were only the beginning. Haymarket check lets everyone know where your iPod case came from. Chav-friendly house of style brings the classes together with love of all things black, ta... read more
- 103 Grand St., Soho 10013
Alexander Wang
"Vagabond meets street-smart modernist" inside flagship location for wunderkind designer. Central cage built around cast-iron columns, mink hammock hanging from pristine white ceiling. Looks exude ... read more
- 384 Bleecker St., West Village 10014
- 212-242-0700
Michael Kors
What is the American jet-set doing these days? If you ask Michael Kors, they're watching Project Runway between jaunts to Capri and St. Tropez. Complete lifestyle shop includes ready-to-wear, shoes... read more
- 472-474 Fulton St., Brooklyn 11201
- 718-643-9190
Aéropostale
Despite the Frenchie name, one-time Macy’s offshoot is American all the way. Cut from similar cloth as A&F and American Eagle, serves up range of trendy looks for late-teen and early-20... read more
- 668 Fifth Ave., Midtown West 10103
Hollister
Brand breaks its genders down into "dudes" and "bettys," so it's no surprise you're greeted at the door with a "what up" from a shirtless guy in Vans. Live feed of the Pacific outside, to get you... read more
- 5 Mercer St., Soho 10013
- 212-966-2145
VPL
See London/France. No more need to sweat the distinction between outerwear and undergarment: stylish shop multitasks lingerie as everyday dress. Designer Victoria Bartlett embraces Visible Panty Li... read more
- 119 Spring St., Soho 10012
DASH
Kim, Kourtney, and Khloé take a break from, um, whatever it is that makes them famous to set up a third branch of their trendy boutique. Glam looks suited to L.A. and SoBe predecessors. Alic... read more
- 1515 Broadway, Midtown West 10036
- 917-344-3450
Aéropostale
Despite the Frenchie name, one-time Macy’s offshoot is American all the way. Cut from similar cloth as A&F and American Eagle, serves up range of trendy looks for late-teen and early-20... read more
- 194 Atlantic Ave., Cobble Hill 11201
- 718-637-2234
Barneys CO-OP
Of the moment, young, emerging-designer wares retailed in open warehouse spaces with "downtown vibe." Casual apparel and accessories, full denim bar. Funky jewelry, pop tart/movie star sunglasses, ... read more
- 1511 Third Ave., Upper East Side 10028
- 212-288-0275
Urban Outfitters
Mass-produced individuality as only UO can deliver it. One-stop shopping for newly minted hipsters to fill out gaps in their wardrobes and décor. Silence & Noise drapey T's keep the ladi... read more
- 2625 Broadway, Upper West Side 10025
- 212-222-3212
Urban Outfitters
Mass-produced individuality as only UO can deliver it. One-stop shopping for newly minted hipsters to fill out gaps in their wardrobes and décor. Silence & Noise drapey T's keep the la... read more
- 1540 Broadway , Midtown West 10036
- 212-302-0594
Forever 21
Fast fashion gets mega: Times Square flagship rocks four floors of tween faves and bargain frocks. Pretty much every look you can think of, trendy and tacky alike. Choose from 121 changing rooms to... read more
- 512 Broadway, Soho 10012
- 646-862-1832
AllSaints Spitalfields
Two stories of blacks, whites, and grays from British ram skull enthusiasts. Industrial vibe, with distressed surfaces, loads of old sewing machines. Denim for the lads, vintage-inspired dresses fo... read more
- 13 Stanton St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-228-2700
International Playground
Pop-up specialist sets down roots (literally: check out the arching live-plant walls in the center of the room). International collective retailing up-and-comers. Stone-washed biker shorts by Mary ... read more
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