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Strand books has a great website -- www.StrandBooks (plus a dot com).
If you know what book you...
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Strand books has a great website -- www.StrandBooks (plus a dot com).
If you know what book you want, check its availability online before you go to the store -- you'll find the store that has it and the section in which it is shelved (or save yourself a trip!). The author search also works well.
I print out the information and take it with me. Oddly, I have found the staff is incredibly helpful if you have the basic info -- and WILL help you find the object of your desire if it is not shelved where it is supposed to be.
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Cockpit USA, Inc
Category:
Apparel
652 Broadway
New York,
New York 10012
(347) 482-1383
I have been extremely impressed w/ this store every time I go in. They have some very unique...
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I have been extremely impressed w/ this store every time I go in. They have some very unique merchandise, that you don't see in every store in the area.
As for customer service/sales help, this store is a stand-out. They are friendly, extremely helpful and do not have attitude. And, they bend over backwards to accommodate the customer.
Pros: Great merchandise @ very fair prices, outstanding sales help
Cons: Only 1 location
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Encore 1 Inc.
Category:
Vintage Clothing
1132 Madison Ave
New York,
New York 10021
(212) 879-2850
Every time I feel the urge to go shopping, I take a trip to Encore located on Madison Avenue. ...
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Every time I feel the urge to go shopping, I take a trip to Encore located on Madison Avenue. It's a small, quiet consignment shop tucked neatly off 84th St (which is great for me because I hate shopping at most retail chains or malls). I love the casual, no nonsensical atmosphere of the store- I m always made comfortable to roam around as I please. I get lost in the jackets and coats section for awhile (tons of great labels like Giorgio Armani Carolina Herrera, Marc Jacobs & Valentino) and normally go upstairs to visit the amazing selection of Manolo Blahniks, Chanel & Prada heels. While I'm there, I pick up a couple cashmere sweaters (in every color and size) for my daughter and never leave the store without picking up a designer tie for my husband.
Definitely worth checking out on your day off. There are lots of treasures to be found here & new merchandise all the time.
Pros: Selection of merchandise, laidback atmosphere
Cons: Lighting is weak & drabby
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Tokio 7
Category:
Thrift Stores
64 E 7th St
New York,
New York 10003
believe me, everytime i go there, i walk out with 2 bags full of issey, yohji, and commes des...
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believe me, everytime i go there, i walk out with 2 bags full of issey, yohji, and commes des garcons, by only paying maybe $300, i can't find elsewhere to get such a good deal! though they are used, the owner really know how to make it looks nice and clean, so i have no problem wearing them for another couple years!
PROS: issey, yohji, and commes des garcons!!!
CONS:
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I'm from Canada! I travel to the city at least 4 or more times per year. When I do, I make it a...
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I'm from Canada! I travel to the city at least 4 or more times per year. When I do, I make it a point to visit Off Broadway. Most of my attire that I photograph in is purchased from Off Broadway. They have unique and diva-fastic outfits that cannot be located in your designer collections. When I want to get something that I know no one else will be wearing, I come here. Those of you who haven't given it a good review, haven't given the store or the extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff a fair chance. This is my favourite store in all of New York City, Canada or elsewhere.
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Forbidden Planet
Category:
Used Bookstores
840 Broadway Ste 1
New York,
New York 10003
I'm just starting to get into the world of comics and was admittedly a little worried that I would...
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I'm just starting to get into the world of comics and was admittedly a little worried that I would feel like a total philistine walking into a place like this with nary a clue, but I was really pleasantly surprised. The staff was super helpful and very friendly- I don't understand how the other reviewers had a bad experience with them. I told them I had no idea what I was doing and asked their opinions on a title I picked up (All Star Superman- turns out it rocks) and they were more than happy to help me out & give me some recommendations, even though the place was really busy at the time. I will definitely be back!
Pros: good selection, knowledgeable staff
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Designer Resale
Category:
Consignment Shops
324 E 81ST St
New York,
New York 10028
(212) 734-3639
I visited this place a few times looking for good slightly used children's clothing and was...
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I visited this place a few times looking for good slightly used children's clothing and was completely surprised to find much of the items to be like new. I bought two outfits which had the tags on for much less than I'd pay elsewhere. They are pleasant and have many items to select. It is an upscale place for thrifty shopping, most enjoyable.
PROS: Thrift is good shopping.
CONS:
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Found all kinds of fab items: boots, skirts, tops at this fun store....It is a treasure trove of...
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Found all kinds of fab items: boots, skirts, tops at this fun store....It is a treasure trove of all the great brands, classic to trendy-and the prices cannot be beat! My favorite place to search through on the weekend and score great new pieces. I always get compliments on the stuff I find at Bis-"where did you get THAT?"...It is the best kept secret on the upper east side!
Pros: great deals, friendly help, extensive inventory
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Shakespeare and Company Booksellers is a dream come true for the NYU theater students who study...
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Shakespeare and Company Booksellers is a dream come true for the NYU theater students who study across the street. Come into the quaint shop and find both rare and popular picks ranging from novels to plays to coffee table books.
PROS: Near NYU, Quaint
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The Missing Link
Category:
Antiques
40 W 25th St
New York,
New York 10010
(347) 694-4371
Quick & Easy- I needed a particular set of cufflinks for a present. I called ahead to make...
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Quick & Easy- I needed a particular set of cufflinks for a present. I called ahead to make sure that they had them, I showed up and chose which ones I wanted from their selection and was out of there in five minutes. It's a great little store that you could spend hours in or dash in and out with a treasure that you won't find anywhere else.
Pros: Great selection, great customer service
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