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Intermix.
This boutique is stocked with a healthy mid- to high-range lineup of established and emerging designers—think Chloé, Stella McCartney, and La Rok. You’ll find everything from denim to silk frocks, along with stylish outerwear. | 98 Prince St., between Greene and Mercer Sts., SoHo | 10012 | 212/966–5303 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Isabel Marant.
The cool, slouchy clothes this Parisian designer is known for have made their mark in the U.S. market, as she recently opened her first store here. The tailored jackets, shorts, and flirty dresses are eclectic and sophisticated, with their textured, deeply hued fabrics. | 469 Broome St., at Greene St., SoHo | 10013 | 212/219–2284 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Kiki de Montparnasse.
Named for Man Ray’s mistress and muse from the 1940s, this upscale lingerie store serves up decadent styles in a seductive but artistic setting. Shoppers will find exquisitely made corsets and bra and underwear sets, but a large portion of the store is used as a rotating art gallery for erotic art. | 79 Greene St., at Spring St., SoHo | 10013 | 212/965–8150 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Kirna Zabête.
A heavy-hitting lineup of prestigious designers—Balenciaga, Alexander Wang, Lanvin, Proenza Schouler—is managed with an exceptionally cheerful flair. Step downstairs for dog apparel, coffee-table books, and hip infant gear from Kit and Lili. | 96 Greene St., between Spring and Prince Sts., SoHo | 10012 | 212/941–9656 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Marc Jacobs.
The West Village is steadily being infiltrated with boutiques carrying the more casual lines of the Jacobs juggernaut. The saturation zone teems with tongue-in-cheek tees, downplayed duds in plaids and stripes, and the eternally popular shoes and bags. This location, housed in a former garage, is filled with ladylike designs made with luxurious fabrics: silk, cashmere, wool bouclé, and tweeds ranging from the demure to the flamboyant. The details, though—oversize buttons, circular patch pockets, and military-style grommet belts—add a sartorial wink. | 163 Mercer St., between W. Houston and Prince Sts., SoHo | 10012 | 212/343–1490 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Marni.
If you’re a fan of the boho chic look, stock up on Consuelo Castiglioni’s bright-colored, happy clothes here. Silk dresses are printed in bold fabrics, and trousers are sharply tailored. Jackets and accessories are also eye-popping. | 161 Mercer St., between W. Houston and Prince Sts., SoHo | 10012 | 212/343–3912 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Miu Miu.
Prada front woman Miuccia Prada established a secondary line (bearing her childhood nickname, Miu Miu) to showcase her more experimental ideas. Look for Prada-esque styles in more daring colors and cuts, such as high-waist skirts with scalloped edges, Peter Pan–collar dresses in trippy patterns, and patent-leather pumps. | 100 Prince St., between Mercer and Greene Sts., SoHo | 10012 | 212/334–5156 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Moncler.
Many New York women swear by Moncler coats to keep them warm but still looking stylish throughout the brutal winters. This store is the Italian brand’s first foray into New York, and is the largest Moncler store in the world. The knee-length puffer is a firm favorite, but there are also shorter ski jackets and accessories, along with choices designed by Thom Browne and Pharrel Williams. | 90 Prince St., between Mercer St. and Broadway, SoHo | 10012 | 646/350–3620 | Subway: R to Prince St.
Opening Ceremony.
Just like Colette in Paris, Opening Ceremony bills itself as a concept store, which means you never know what you will find. The owners are constantly globetrotting to soak up the style and designers in a foreign country, and bring back the best clothing, products, and vintage items to showcase in their store. Hong Kong, Japan, Brazil, and the United Kingdom have all been represented. There’s also a gallery space here. | 35 Howard St., between Broadway and Lafayette St., SoHo | 10012 | 212/219–2688 |