Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 16:15:14 -0400 Wed, 16 May 2012 16:15:14 -0400 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-HM-to-Open-Massive-New-Outpost-at-Shops-at-Columbus-Circle-151753435.html Wed, 16 May 2012 15:03:02 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/1-HM-Signage.jpg
The fast-fashion retailer is planning to open a 21,000-square foot space at the midtown mall, making the store its first on the Upper West Side.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Shopping-Guide_-The-South-Street-Seaport/151162525 Mon, 14 May 2012 06:38:16 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/seaport+thumb.jpg
For those who venture to the cobblestoned, historic area around the Seaport, there are fantastic gems to be found.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Odin-to-Unveil-Todd-Snyder-Pop-Up-Shop-Next-Week-151123105.html Fri, 11 May 2012 11:21:11 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/228*120/todd-snyder-spring+2012.jpg
The downtown retailer is planning to curate a special shopping experience around the designer at its Lafayette Avenue store.

Photo Credit: Todd Snyder

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Shopping-Guide_-Swimsuits/150183585 Fri, 04 May 2012 14:19:42 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/swim+thumbnail+shopping+guide.jpg
Swimsuit shopping may seem like a challenge, but these stylish spots put the fun factor back into finding the perfect suit.

Photo Credit: Thread NY

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We scoured our favorite New York stores for stylish mother's day gifts that won't break the bank.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/The-Shops-At-Target-Launch-with-Chelsea-Bash--149863125.html Wed, 02 May 2012 16:10:41 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/target_shops_party.jpg
The launch party for Target's new retail concept drew stars like January Jones and Emma Roberts.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Target/Neil Rasmus/BFAnyc.com

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Thursday-Manolo-Blahnik-Sale-Kicks-Off-in-Midtown-149849395.html Thu, 03 May 2012 09:18:36 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/manolo-blahnik-sale-lead.jpg
The sale, which will take place at the Warwick Hotel in midtown, has become a biannual ritual for fans of the designer's shoes.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Fivestory-Owner-on-Renovating-a-Landmark-Townhouse-for-Retail-149798285.html Wed, 02 May 2012 10:17:57 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/214*120/fivestorylead1.jpg
Fivestory creator Claire Distenfeld discusses her inspiration for the remarkable store space.

Photo Credit: Fivestory

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/My-New-York_-Anthony-Morrow/149510745 Sat, 12 May 2012 10:47:46 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/morrow+thumb.jpg
Nets Shooting Guard Anthony Morrow talks city style and hot spots as he prepares to call Brooklyn his team's new home.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-TAXI-Shopping-Guide-The-Best-Downtown-Spots-for-Amazing-Prom-Dresses-149262225.html Tue, 01 May 2012 06:51:18 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/Prom+thumb2.jpg
Skip the conventional department stores and head downtown for some truly unique finds.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Maison-Kitsune-Haute-Parisian-Style-Nomad-Hotel-149234415.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:57:22 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/214*120/Kistune_store26thumb.jpg
This elegant corner shop is teeming with preppy-chic pieces.

Photo Credit: Clement Pascal

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Phillip-Lim-Talks-Expansion-China-at-New-Saks-Shop-in-Shop--149083585.html Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:36:20 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/160*128/PhillipLim_2012_4.jpg
The designer is in the midst of a major expansion, having just kicked off a shop-in-shop at Saks Fifth Avenue, an e-commerce site, and a major push into China.

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It's been a year since Prince William and Kate Middleton were wed. Kate's outfits are obsessed-over and copied perhaps more than any other international celebrity. See how you can pick up some some of her style on this side of the pond.

Photo Credit: WireImage

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/Artist-Force-Fed-Injected-at-Cosmetics-Store-in-Protest-Against-Animal-Testing--148752575.html Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:12:09 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/AnimalTests.jpg
A 24-year-old woman was restrained and tormented in the store window display of a flagship cosmetics store in London to highlight the abuses of common animal testing practices.

Photo Credit: Getty Images/Aurora Creative

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Inside-Fred-Flares-Delightfully-Kitschy-Spring-Pop-Up-148655975.html Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:47:06 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/fredflarepopup_thumb.jpg
Fred Flare's latest pop-up at Chelsea Market is packed with flirty sundresses, affordable accessories and quirky gifting items.

Photo Credit: Catherine Blair Pfander

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/NY-TAXI-Brooklyn-Flea-Shopping-Guide-148324615.html Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:08:15 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/brooklyn+flea+thumb2.jpg
A tour of some of the can't-miss vendors at the Brooklyn Flea.

Photo Credit: Amanda Martinez

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Sneak-Peek-Pamela-Love-and-Creatures-of-the-Wind-for-JCrew-148319015.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:09:25 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/pamela-love-jcrew-cfda.jpg
The next round of CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund collaborations won't go on sale until May 17 and June 14, respectively, but here's a sneak peek at the goods.

Photo Credit: J.Crew

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/Now-Open-APCs-New-West-Village-Store-148256965.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:15:34 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/apc_west_village_new_store.jpg
Founder Jean Touitou talks about the store's space and "not selling out."

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Spring-Ready-Accessories-Under-100--147926335.html Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:07:00 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/under100_springaccessoriesthumb.jpg
Amp up your spring look with statement-making scarves, chic toppers and bright belts.

Photo Credit: J.Crew/Forever 21

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-First-Look-Shop-Altuzarras-Limited-Edition-JCrew-Collection-147919545.html Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:17:23 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/altuzarra-jcrew-collage.jpg
The limited-edition collection goes on sale on JCrew.com starting Thursday, April 19.

Photo Credit: J.Crew

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Erin Beatty of prints-focused label Suno takes us through three print mixing techniques to pull off a chic spring look.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Spring-Handbags-Prada-Marc-Jacobs-Proenza-Schouler-145395455.html Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:17:13 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/springbags2012lead1.jpg
Of all the statement accessories being released this season, spring's colorful handbags are the most exciting.

Photo Credit: Kirna Zabete/Barneys

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/NY-Sullivan-Street-Shopping-Guide-Taxi--147369155.html Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:48:46 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/Sullivan+Taxi+thumb.jpg
The can't-miss stores along Sullivan Street in Soho, from Wendy Nichols to Palmer Trading Company.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Wednesday-Bid-on-Hats-by-Bill-Cunningham-147623535.html Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:54:55 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/bcny_gallery11.jpg
While most know Cunningham's incredible work as a photographer, he got his start as a milliner. Now, some of his creations are going up for auction.

Photo Credit: New Directors/New Films

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Nearly-Newlywed-Founder-Offers-Designer-Gowns-You-Can-Borrow-147098325.html Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:51:23 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/nearlynewlywedlead1.jpg
The new site allows users to "borrow" bridal gowns from top-notch designers like Marchesa, Vera Wang or even Rodarte.

Photo Credit: Lisa Beggs / Nearly Newlywed

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Today-Jimmy-Choo-Sample-Sale-Kicks-Off-Downtown-147178295.html Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:50:44 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/jimmy-choo-pink-pump.jpg
The public sale opens to the public at 2 p.m. and runs through Friday at Metropolitan Pavilion on West 18th Street.

Photo Credit: Jimmy Choo

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Step-Inside-Madewells-Jeans-Shop-in-a-Custom-Airstream-147165135.html Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:36:07 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/180*120/madewell+airstream+exterior.jpg
The brand is taking its signature jeans on the coast-to-coast trip inside a tricked-out custom Airstream.

Photo Credit: Thread NY

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Spring-Picks-LifeCurated-Owner-Spills-Her-Spring-Order.html Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:46:45 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/214*120/lifecuratedpickslead1.jpg
The best items in any store are usually the ones the employees have ordered for themselves. Here, Life:Curated owner Sarah Meyer tells us what she's snapped up.

Photo Credit: Catherine Blair Pfander

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Just in time for wedding season, the designer has unveiled the two tuxedo styles she created exclusively for the men's formalwear chain.

Photo Credit: Men's Wearhouse

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Spring-Shoes-146603055.html Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:27:00 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/spring+shoes.jpg
From Oscar de la Renta's yellow wedges to Nine West's ladylike flats, here are some of the best shoes of the season.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Chic-Swimwear-Under-100-146660945.html Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:27:16 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/214*120/under100_swimlead1.jpg
Swimsuit shopping doesn't have to be painful with these flattering (and surprisingly affordable) new styles.

Photo Credit: Topshop/Madewell

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/Kate-Middleton-Favorite-LK-Bennett-Opens-First-New-York-City-Store-145703005.html Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:44:36 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/180*120/LKBennettNYC_interior.JPG
Following in the footsteps of British imports like Topshop, L.K. Bennett has its sights on building a stronger presence in the U.S.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Dannijos-Top-Spring-Trend_-Statement-Necklaces/146080365 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:09:09 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/statement+necklaces.jpg
The ladies behind the It-jewelry label show how to make the trend work for you.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Peter-Soms-Top-Spring-Trend_-Bold-Florals/145167175 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:33:53 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/bold+florals.jpg
The designer shows how to make the most of this eye-catching look for the season.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/nonstop-sound/Aesop-Rock-New-Album-Skelethon--144414315.html Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:17:21 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/174*120/aesoprock.jpeg
New York indie rap figurehead will release his first album in five years on July 10.

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We stop into the best salons south of 14th street specializing in truly eye-catching manicures.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Wait-Listed--10-Spring-Pieces-So-Popular-You-May-Not-Be-Able-to-Buy-Them-143969636.html Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:06:18 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/prade+flame.jpg
From Céline's fluorescent bags to Alexander Wang's pointy-toe stilettos -- these are the items that are flying off the shelves for spring.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Daryl-K-Hopes-To-Focus-on-Design-Work-After-Closing-Boutique.html Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:39:20 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/darylk_lead1.jpg
Designer Daryl Kerrigan opens up about the circumstances surrounding her decision to close her boutique at 21 Bond Street.

Photo Credit: Daryl K

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-First-Look-Alberta-Ferretti-Macys-Impulse--143582366.html Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:52:49 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/alberta+macys.jpg
The Italian designer's capsule collection for Macy's is set to debut April 17.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Spring-Shopping-Flirty-Sundresses-Under-100--143459006.html Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:12:43 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/flirty+sundresses.jpg
Refresh your supply of spring sundresses with these affordable and super-stylish options.

Photo Credit: Urban Outfitters/Madewell/Zara

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Just-in-Time-for-Spring-Illesteva-Launches-New-Silhouette-Zac-Posen-Collaboration-143469876.html Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:51:54 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/illesteva-cat-eye-sunglasses.jpg
One of our favorite New York sunglasses labels has unveiled a new cat-eye silhouette for summer, as well as an upcoming collaboration with Zac Posen.

Photo Credit: Illesteva

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Designers-Create-Custom-Totes-for-You-Cant-Fake-Fashion-142960905.html Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:30:19 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/designer+totes.jpg
75 one-of-a-kind totes will be going on sale on eBay at 11 a.m. as part of an effort by eBay and the CFDA to raise awareness around counterfeits. Here, our top 20.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/NY-TAXI-Great-Jones-Street-Shopping-Guide-142954655.html Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:01:23 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/instrument.jpg
The can't-miss stores along Great Jones Street in the West Village.

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These designer kids' collections are so chic, you won't be able to resist snapping up a few pieces for yourself.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Retail-Shake-Ups-Amanda-Brooks-Leaves-Barneys-Net-a-Porter-Snags-Top-Editor-142833075.html Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:25:21 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/160*120/amanda+brooks+barneys.jpg
In a day of big announcements for the retail industry, Barneys New York fashion director Amanda Brooks is leaving the company, while Harper's Bazaar UK editor-in-chief Lucy Yeomans is heading to Net-a-Porter.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Now-Open-Zara-Biggest-US-Store-On-Prime-Stretch-of-Fifth-Avenue-142768085.html Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:52:51 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/zara-fifth-flagship-nyc1.jpg
Zara's newly opened New York City flagship is the first in the company's global roll-out of new stores featuring intimate boutique areas and sustainability features.

Photo Credit: Zara

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-18-Spring-Essentials-to-Wear-Right-Now-142670126.html Thu, 15 Mar 2012 18:52:01 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/spring+essentials.jpg
From explosive floral prints to dresses with collars, here are 18 spring essentials to add to your spring wardrobe.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Retail-Report-Top-Early-Sellers-for-Spring-2012-142623896.html Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:43:33 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/214*120/spring12topsellers1.jpg
Floral prints and shopping totes seem to be strong retail performers at some of the city's top boutiques thus far this season.

Photo Credit: Cynthia Rowley/Rag & Bone/Bird

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Club-Monaco-Launching-E-Commerce-on-March-26-142491495.html Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:33:52 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/club-monaco-spring-look.jpg
Retailer looks to take advantage of a booming e-commerce market, while also offering Web-exclusive merchandise and collaborations with designers like Rachel Comey.

Photo Credit: Club Monaco

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