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rom Madison Avenue to Soho, Manhattan has something to offer in the shopping department. Over the past few decades SoHo has gone from undiscovered to uber-fashionable. It’s true, J.Crew and Old Navy are two of many big names that supplanted many of the artists’ lofts that used to fill Soho’s historic buildings. But the fact is, no neighbourhood rivals the ambiance here. Unlike Madison Avenue from 57th to 79th streets boasts the most expensive retail real estate in the world. This ultra-deluxe strip is home to the most luxurious designer
boutiques, with Barneys New York as the anchor. In Madison Avenue particularly, the retail environment was different in every shop. For example Tom Ford offered an exciting and very friendly experience. The sales assistant provided free samples of their perfume and offered help wherever necessary. In comparison to Dolce and Gabanna where we were not welcomed. The experience was very uncomfortable and intimidating; the staff seemed only interested in regular customers and people they knew that had money to spend.
Central Park - Upper East Side
Balanciaga
Vera Wang
Ralph Lauren window display
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rooklyn is an influential hub for indie rock, hipster culture, and the local art community. The streets of Williamsburg are filled with independent cafÊs, vintage shops and graffiti which helps to give Williamsburg it’s own, unique persona. The atmosphere in Brooklyn was very different to that of Manhattan. The shops were quirky and interesting to look at , each shop had something different to offer. The staff were friendly and easy to talk to. Unlike the streets of Madison Avenue, I felt comfortable and more at home.
I hate perfume
American Apparel
Jean Paul Gaultier
Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition in Brooklyn Museum was completely amazing. The mannequins were projected with faces on them so they spoke. The exhibition even had one of Gaultier himself. Some collections are influenced by art, like “Dada” (1983), “The Surrealists” (200607), “Constructivist (Russian)” (1986-87) and “Tribute to Frida Kahlo” (1998); and more tongue-in-check art-themed ones like “Japanese Tourists at the Louvre” (1999) and “Good-Time Gauguin” (2000). Other collections involved Madonna’s tour and inspiration from the punk era.
Olivia Chamberlain.