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    New Shopping on Madison

    Since January 2010, over 60 new stores, cafes and specialty shops have opened on Madison. This means that there is a bounty of new places to shop for holiday gifts. Some of the more recent highlights include Bottega Veneta, Tory Burch, Escada, Laduree and the hottest reservation in town, Crown.

    After the jump you will find a full list of new stores that the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District compilied for us. We hope the new additions inspire your gift giving regardless if it’s to others or oneself. Which are your favorites?

    Agent Provocateur (lingerie), 675 Madison Avenue between 61 & 62nd Street
    Alexis Bittar (jewelry), 1100 Madison Avenue between 82 & 83rd Street
    Alice + Olivia (fashion & accessories), 755 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    An American Craftsman Galleries (gifts), 941 Madison Avenue between 74 & 75)
    Bar Italia (restaurant), 768 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Bel Ami (café), 30 East 68 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Bernard Jacobson Gallery(art gallery), 17 East 71 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Bottega Veneta(fashion & accessories), 849 Madison Avenue between 70 & 71st Street
    Brunello Cucinelli(fashion & accessories), 683 Madison Avenue between 61 & 62nd Street
    Buccellati (jewelry), 810 Madison Avenue between 67& 68th Street
    CH Carolina Herrera (fashion & accessories), 802 Madison Avenue between 67 & 68th Street
    Cho Cheng (fashion & accessories), 830 Madison Avenue between 68 & 69th
    Comptoir des Contonniers (fashion & accessories), 1060 Madison Avenue between 80 & 81st Street
    Crown (restaurant), 24 East 81 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    David Benrimon Fine Art (art gallery), 21 East 65 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    DeLaneau (fine watchmaking), 681 Madison Avenue between 61 & 62nd Street
    Derek Lam (fashion & accessories), 764 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Escada (fashion & accessories), 747 Madison Avenue between 64 & 65th Street
    Eton (fashion & accessories), 625 Madison Avenue between 58 & 59th Street
    F.D. (jewelry & accessories), 21 East 65 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Fivestory (fashion, accessories, fine art) 18 East 69 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Freedman Art (art gallery), 25 East 73 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Frey Wille (jewelry & accessories), 727 Madison Avenue between 63 & 64th Street
    Girard-Perregaux (timepieces), 701 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Hermès Madison for Men (fashion & accessories), 690 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Hermitage Restoration Studios (art gallery), 960 Madison Avenue between 75 & 76th Street
    Hublot (timepieces), 692 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Il Gufo (children’s), 962 Madison Avenue between 75 & 76th Street
    J. Crew Special Events & Bridal (events & bridal boutique), 769 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    J. Crew Men’s Shop (fashion & accessories), 1040 Madison Avenue between 79 & 80th Street
    Joe Fresh (fashion & accessories), 1055 Madison Avenue between 80 & 81st Street
    Laduree (gourmet foods), 864 Madison Avenue between 70 & 71st Street
    Lanvin (fashion & accessories), 815 Madison Avenue between 68 & 69 Street
    Lavo (restaurant & nightclub), 39 East 58 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Lederer (leather goods), 625 Madison Avenue between 58-59th Street
    Lululemon (athletic apparel), 1146 Madison Avenue between 84 & 85th Street
    Macaron Café, 625 Madison Avenue between 58 & 59th Street
    Metodo Rossano Ferretti (salon), 595 Madison Avenue between 57 & 58th Street
    Milly (fashion & accessories), 900 Madison Avenue between 72 & 73rd Street
    Monnalisa (children’s apparel), 1088 Madison Avenue between 81 & 82nd Street
    Nailya Alexander Gallery (art gallery), 595 Madison Avenue between 57 & 58th Street
    Nasser& Co. Primitive Art (art gallery), 32 East 67 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    OC Concept Store New York (jewelry, fashion & accessories), 655 Madison Avenue between 60 & 61st Street
    Ovando (florist & floral design), 19 East 65 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Premier Cru Wine Merchants(wine), 1163 Madison Avenue between 85 & 85th Street
    Reed Krakoff (fashion & accessories), 831 Madison Avenue between 69 & 70th Street
    Sean (fashion & accessories), 1118 Madison Avenue between 83 & 84th Street
    Soigne K (fashion & accessories), 717 Madison Avenue between 63 & 64th Street
    Stellan Holm Gallery (art gallery), 1018 Madison Avenue between 78 & 79th Street
    Tamsen Z (jewelry), 783 Madison Avenue between 66 & 67th Street
    Ten43 Gallery (art gallery), 1043 Madison Avenue between 79 & 80th Street
    The Best Chocolate Cake in the World (gourmet foods & café), 1046 Madison Avenue between 79-80th Street
    The Life House Chiropractic (medical & wellness), 19 East 71 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges, 25 East 77 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Theory (fashion & accessories), 755 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Theyskens’ Theory, 1157 Madison Avenue between 85 & 86th Street
    Tory Burch (fashion & accessories), 797 Madison Avenue between 67 & 68th Street
    Track & Field (athletic apparel), 997 Madison Avenue between 77 & 78th Street
    Vacheron Constantin (fine timepieces), 709 Madison Avenue between 63 & 64th Street
    Varin (salon), 762 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Vertu (electronics), 703 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Warren Tricomi Haircare (salon), 1117 Madison Avenue between 83 & 84th Street
    Wendt Gallery (art gallery), 595 Madison Avenue between 57 & 58th Street

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    Barneys Second Markdown

    Barneys is the first department store in our area to start their second markdown. Right now, fall and winter merchandise is 60% off. The sale includes small selection of Louboutin and a wide assortment of Manolos.

    If you are serious about purchasing a hot item at these newly discounted prices, we suggest going to the store or at least speaking to a sales associate. The Barneys online store is famous for their unreliable inventory counts. Unfortunately, we often hear about customers’ orders being cancelled several days and even weeks later.

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    Pucci Moving Onto Madison

    It appears as if the old Yves Saint Laurent location will be occupied by another 70s fashion icon–Emilio Pucci! Yes, Pucci is moving their swirly, colorful prints from their quaint 64th Street location and spilling their cheerful colors right on 855 Madison at 71st Street.

    Last year, YSL left the location after more than 41-years. This move will give the Pucci brand much higher visibility on Madison and could be seen as a possible marketing strategy change. We wouldn’t be surprised if there was a collaboration in the future based on the popularity of Missoni-Target. Can anyone envision a Pucci-Target?!

    In other news, Valentino has officially opened across the street from the space they occupied for more than 15 years at Madison and 65th. For a period of time the brand was running shop out of the Regency Hotel on Park Avenue. We are told that this location is only temporary.

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    Gift Guide: An Evening Bag For Her

    It’s that time of year again and no, we are not talking about the holidays. We are referring to party time. Yes, your girlfriend/ sister/ mother have all enough clothing and shoes to dress a small village but she may need a little help in the evening handbag department.

    For your evening starter kit, we suggest going with something small and black and classic. Intermidate-level night time gals can likely use a edgier and more interesting statement piece. For the most basic and versitle bag we suggest the Chanel East West ($2100). It will never go out of style and it’s single chain allows the bag to be used as a shoulder bag or it can be tucked in to be transform into a clutch.

    Gifts for the Girl in yoiur life

    If you’re not looking to make such an investment, we suggest looking at this large clutch from Zara $129. It is simple, classic and has great lines.

    Those who already posses the basic bags for evening can be a little more daring. How about this Alexander McQueen knuckle clutch ($1995) or this metal plate clutch ($56 from Top Shop could do the trick.

    Now your woman has a proper place for her phone, lipstick and keys but you still need to take care of the entertainment!

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    Picks of Sale Chanel Bags and Louboutin Shoes

    Yesterday we posted a photo gallery of Chanel shoes at Saks Fifth Avenue that are included in the sale. Unfortunately, the media savvy sales person pulled the pictures off the web Don’t worry, we aren’t going to leave you hanging.

    In it’s place we created a gallery of Chanel bags and Louboutin shoes that are all now 30% off at Saks Fifth Avenue. You can click here to see the full gallery.

    Saks Shoes: Carlos 212-753-4000

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    Roger Vivier Sample Sale Review

    Beware, reading this post and going to the Roger Vivier sample sale may cost you $1000 or more. If that statement doesn’t scare you, then you will be thrilled to know about the vast assortment of products at Vivier’s first ever sample sale.

    The Viv sale is well stocked with an incredible assortment of shoes including, classic buckle flats, elaborate heels, sandals and boots. No season was left out and no style or print is omitted. There are even in-season styles, which have the tiny square buckle. In addition, there are lots of bags, including evening clutches and larger shopping totes. There is also a small but nice assortment of small leather goods and jewelry.

    The pricing of most shoes are about 50% off retail, which isn’t fabulous but still a considerable savings. Most classic buckle styles are about $275. Sandals are a bit less at $220 and boots will set you back $420 to $600. Non-buckly shoes are an additional 20% off.  Bags cost between $425 for a long classic clutch to near $800 for lager bags. Near the register, you will find small accessories and jewelry, which make a fine holiday gift. Gloves are $200 and most jewelry pieces are $100. Wallets and cosmetic cases are also $200.

    While each item does not seem overly expensive, it’s hard not to grab a bag and at least two pair of shoes. By the time you’re at the register the damage is over $1000. For others, it was several times that amount.

    The sale runs through Sunday and we wouldn’t be surprised if further reductions were made. If you can, restrain yourself for later in the sale.

    The positive side is that a portion of all the proceeds will go towards New Yorkers For Children. You wouldn’t want to deprive the children, right? So, shop it up!

    Roger Vivier Sale
    Through Sunday, Dec 18
    Thurs to Sat 9am- 6:30pm, Sun 9am-5pm
    Soiffer Haskin, 317 W. 33rd St (bet 8th and 9th Ave)

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    Roger Vivier Sample Sale

    Roger Vivier is famous for not letting their precious square-toe shoes go at discounted prices. It’s not surprising considering that the company is owned by Tod’s, which is another brand that doesn’t love hosting sales.

    Fans of Vivier will be thrilled to learn the the brand is hosting their first sample sale at Soiffer Haskin. Shoes and handbags will be included but we are also hoping to find sunglasses and other accessories. We would love to speculate on the markdown and product assortment but it would just be a shot in the dark. Instead, we’ll keep you updated and post our findings.

    In the meantime we would love to hear your speculations and findings. What do you think the Vivier brand has in store for us tomorrow?

    Roger Vivier Sale
    Wednesday, Dec 14 through Sunday, Dec 18
    Wed 10-7pm, Thurs to Sat 9am- 6:30pm, Sun 9am-5pm
    Soiffer Haskin, 317 W. 33rd St (bet 8th and 9th Ave)

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