Barneys New York
The uptown flagship store Barneys is a tried-and-tested favourite with the fashion-conscious and shoppers with big budgets. The extensive selection of menswear offers made-to-measure garments as well as edgier posh designers. All the big designer names are present in the women's department, and those with a fetish for footwear will think they have died and gone to heel heaven as they walk their talk with Prada, Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahniks. There are more goodies in the sweet-smelling cosmetics department and the bling of the jewellery collections.
Bergdorf Goodman
Bergdorf is a one-stop department store for those who like the better things in life. Billed as an ultimate shopping destination, it offers those with significant bank balances the latest designer clothes, stunning shoes for the well-heeled and superior service. If mid-priced lines are more within your budget, head for the fifth floor. Once you have your dream outfit, the beauty department can take care of any cosmetic needs before the in-house hair salon completes the total look. Feeling peckish after your shopping workout? Head for the seventh-floor BG Restaurant and enjoy its views over Central Park.
