New York Shopping Guide
Big Chains and Single Labels
Built by Wendy
Chicago native Wendy Mullin turns out pieces influenced by iconic American imagery and themes—Mount Rushmore, prep school, or summer camp—and her garments feature simple, flattering cuts and offbeat details.
7 Centre Market Pl. (between Broome and Grand Sts.), 212-925-6538, builtbywendy.com for more information
Products: Denim, Women's Clothing, Shoes, Bags, Jewelry
Type of Store: Boutique
7 Centre Market Pl. (between Broome and Grand Sts.), 212-925-6538, builtbywendy.com for more information
Products: Denim, Women's Clothing, Shoes, Bags, Jewelry
Type of Store: Boutique
Daryl K
Downtown standout Daryl Kerrigan turns out stunningly chic, streamlined garments with a rock-and-roll edge. This season, she was inspired by the bands Black Sabbath and the Velvet Underground.
21 Bond St. (between Lafayette St. and Bowery), 212-529-8790,
darylk.com for more information
Products: Women's Clothing
Type of Store: Boutique
21 Bond St. (between Lafayette St. and Bowery), 212-529-8790,
darylk.com for more information
Products: Women's Clothing
Type of Store: Boutique
American Apparel
Simple, stretchy tops, skirts, dresses, underwear, and more, in a rainbow of colors, are what American Apparel does best. Its Lower East Side location has the most night-owlish hours in the city: until 12 AM on Friday and Saturday.
183 E. Houston St. (at Orchard St.), 212-598-4600, americanapparel.net
Products: Lingerie/Loungewear, Women's Clothing
Type of Store: Boutique
183 E. Houston St. (at Orchard St.), 212-598-4600, americanapparel.net
Products: Lingerie/Loungewear, Women's Clothing
Type of Store: Boutique
