Have time to kill? The closest thing to a mall in NYC, the shops at Grand Central Station run the gamut from high-end lingerie to French pastries.
If you’re in need of a quick trend fix after watching the latest on the runways, dash in on your way out of the tents.
Leave your iPhone in a taxi in the rush between shows? Stop in here to replace it. You can also check your email and use their restroom (on the 3rd floor).
Huge, only a few minutes away from the tents in walking-in-huge-heels time, and has everything you’d ever need to look stylish instantly.
The renowned department store just celebrated its 100th anniversary; this downtown flagship is where it all began. Its hushed environs make browsing for ladylike classics intensely rewarding. Read more.
The gorgeous, minimalist Fiorentini + Baker biker boots and Repetto leather flats aren’t cheap. But think of it this way: They’re practical enough to withstand the city’s hills.
It’s a literal hike to this hip new Telegraph Hill boutique (the sister to indie-designer store Acrimony). But edgy Funktional tops and stunning views make the climb seriously worth it.
Its famous boob-print tote is an epic SF souvenir, but this mostly artisan shop’s tamer picks—Maria Schoettler calendars, Echo Park ceramics, craft-making classes—are equally memorable.
This massive warehouse should be considered a treasurehunt rather than a curated experience. Don’t miss their outdoor $1 sale on Sundays, especially if you like digging through heaps of vintage!
Staged on the second Sunday of every month in Pasadena, L.A.’s biggest flea marketing features tons of wholesalers and small boutiques every type of vintage imaginable.
