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Phyllis Dec 29th, 2002 11:22 AM

New York shopping
 
We are going to New York next weekend. Any suggestions for discounts on designer fashions? We will be there Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Alana Dec 29th, 2002 12:34 PM

Century 21 (downtown) & Daffy's (midtown) are rather popular for such things. If you are interested in sample sales and such, stop at a news stand and pick up a copy of Time Out NY as they have a weekly section about designer sales happening in the city.

GOL Dec 30th, 2002 03:38 PM

A recent New York Magazine featured all the shopping in the city.. one section was discounters. I bought it as a 'save' but don't have it in front of me. It was recent, thought, within the last month or so<BR>

Lila Dec 30th, 2002 06:14 PM

Go to the two locations of Filene's Basement. If you only have time for one, go to the across the street from Zabar's. You can get some great deals there.

M Dec 30th, 2002 10:11 PM

Loehmann's - 101 7th Ave @ 16th Street. If you're taking the subway, both the 14th St stop on the 1/9/2/3 line and the 7th Ave (L line) stop are close.<BR><BR>If you're in the neighbourhood anyway, and some of your party are in the 20s-30s age range (or dress like it), you might be interested in a look at Barney's Co-Op, 236 W 18th @ 7th Ave. It's not a discount place, but it showcases newer and less-well-known designers and is relatively inexpensive by designer clothing standards (although still far from cheap).

james turner Jan 9th, 2003 08:07 PM

Why in the world would you goto NYC to shop? Can't you get the same junk in your own city (unless, you live in a small town)??

Lisa Jan 13th, 2003 11:19 AM

If you find the time, go to Jersey Gardens. Take a bus from Port Authority (about $4pp)<BR><BR>They have Daffy's, Filene, Burlington Coat Factory (not only coats!). The difference is in New Jersey you pay NO TAX on clothing.<BR><BR>The savings do add up if you plan to spend a bit. <BR><BR>NB: only 3.5% on food!

alex Jan 13th, 2003 11:38 AM

Hey James Turner, you might be disappointed. I can't think of one store in NY that sells Sansabelt pants, pink sportcoats, and white belts and bucks.

x Jan 13th, 2003 12:04 PM

The OP went the weekend of January 3-5th.

Caitlin Jan 13th, 2003 03:10 PM

There is no tax on clothing in NYC up to $110 per individual piece.

jass Jan 14th, 2003 05:36 PM

Century 21 is a must...on Cortland St, off Broadway way down near the Wall St., WTC site area. Lots of fun finding that incredible designer bargain (Prada shoes, D&amp;G shirts, Armani, etc.) You won't be disappointed.

darcy Jan 16th, 2003 04:41 AM

Century 21 is full of rubbish - take time to visit Woodbury Common - you get your tickets frm Port Authority - it is about 1 hour from NYC - well worth the trip - loads of designer bargains to be had!!

Gimme Jan 16th, 2003 09:27 AM

Sure darcy, travel all the way to the greatest city in the world to go upstate and freeze your ass of so you can buy overpriced seconds. Brilliant.

Darcy Jan 17th, 2003 12:55 AM

whatever!!!!

NYGirl Jan 17th, 2003 05:33 AM

Since you will only be here for three days, I would imagine you want to stay IN the city to shop. Here are my fav streest, there are so many small boutiques &amp; great shops, I won't name them individually. Have a great time!<BR>Saks Fifth-big sale still going on<BR>Soho-Elizabeth St, Spring St, Prince St, W Broadway, Grand.<BR>Of course-Century 21<BR>You never know if there are some good sale racks out at Barneys on the East Side, if you have time, check it out..besides, it is fun to browse through anyway.<BR>


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