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Created by The ZOE Report Updated On: February 2, 2012
Study this carefully curated guide of our favorite local shops, eateries and hotspots to keep you stylishly occupied during NYFW and beyond! xo , Team Zoe
The ZOE Report: We die for our favorite LA boutique’s NYC outpost. Their killer selection of Balmain, McQueen and Burberry Prorsum is a sartorial swoon-fest!
The ZOE Report: After opening their USA flagship in September, we’ve been obsessed with this French contemporary line. Look out for ultra-feminine pieces—think: lace dresses, cool collared blouses & pretty peacoats!
151 Ludlow St (btw Stanton & Rivington), New York, NY
Vintage and Thrift Store · Lower East Side · 2 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: This cute LES shop is always our go-to for one-of-a-kind vintage pieces, from re-worked floral dresses to maxi skirts and everything in between. So maj!
156 Ludlow St (btwn Stanton & Rivington St), New York, NY
Boutique · Lower East Side · 16 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: Boasting a new and improved retail space, this edgy downtown boutique stocks an impressive selection of repurposed vintage we go absolutely crazy for!
Cosmetics Store · West Village · 9 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: This Bleeker Street store is a beauty lovers dream! Stop in and stock up on their spring collection—bold, bright and a total seasonal staple in Team Zoe’s makeup bag!
754 5th Ave (btwn E 57th & E 58th St), New York, NY
Department Store · Midtown East · 241 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: This department store is everything. We could get lost in here for days. Our favorite department? 5F! They stock Rachel’s collection, duh.
478 Broadway (btwn Broome & Grand St), New York, NY
Clothing Store · SoHo · 137 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: A trip to NYC is incomplete without a stop at this high street store for chunky platforms, pleated skirts & cool coats! On-trend and affordable? It’s a no-brainer.
35 E 18th St (btwn Broadway & Park Ave S), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Flatiron District · 721 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: A prime people-watching post, this eatery flaunts gorgeous decor and an extensive organic menu. For something sweet, the salted caramel sundae is a must!
10 Lincoln Center Plz (btwn W 63rd & W 64th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Lincoln Square · 73 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: The hub of NYFW, this historic venue is bustling year round—in addition to Fashion Week, it plays host to the city’s most prestigious performing arts events. Très chic!
150 Lafayette St (btwn Grand & Howard St.), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · SoHo · 45 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: Ever since Prabal Gurung hosted his FW11 after-party here, we haven’t been able to stay away! Tucked inside the Mondrian SoHo hotel, head to this lounge for the hip vibe and dance-worthy tunes.
The ZOE Report: A night out at The Jane is a Fashion Week tradition. This historic West Village hotel oozes a bohemian vibe and charming decor—loves it!
75 Clarkson St (btwn Washington & West St), New York, NY
Night Club · West Village · 39 tips and reviews
The ZOE Report: For a more risqué NYC nightlife experience, head to this sultry lounge that draws inspiration from it’s former post as a gentleman’s club.
The ZOE Report: If a three-story venue to dance the night away sounds like something you can handle, you’d be foolish to miss an evening at this French transplant party spot!