Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women
New York, NY 10021
Phone: (212) 737-7273
Fax: (212) 737-7211
- Cross Street:
- Between 79th Street and 80th Street
- Directions:
- 6 at 77th St
- Hours:
- Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat 9:30am-6pm, Thu 9:30am-8pm
Message from Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women
New York's Premier Consignment Shop For Women
- Couture Fashion & Accessories
- Personalized Service
- Handpicked Treasures
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Editorial Review for Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women – by Jennifer Cohen
The Scene
Upper East Side ladies and downtown divas alike sell their threads here, and the world comes to claim them. For more than 45 years, this upscale consignment shop has been an institution for fashionistas without trust funds and grandmothers with great taste. Peer over the hangers and catch a glimpse of Gotham's fashion mosaic: Hasidic brides shop for Vera Wang wedding gowns while yuppie career girls cruise the cramped aisles for pants to wear at their next power lunch.
The Goods
Hand-picked designer clothing and accessories, all once-loved and gently worn. While Michael's is best known for its bridal consignment (which closes at 5pm), the store is packed with everything from Chanel suits to Gucci Gowns, Hermes scarves and Prada shoes. You won't find a generic brand because every garment must have an authentic, prestigious label in order to hang on the racks.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoMichael's always looks for stuff to sell, but don't try to unload your prom dress unless you're still in high-school. Only items less than two years-old are allowed.
User Reviews for Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women
09/02/2008 Posted by mcb0575
I found Michael's based on a web search for Designer Handbags in NYC for an upcoming trip. I walked 20 blocks to get to Michaels in between work appointments and was definetely worth the trip!!!!! I have been looking on Rulala, Hautelook, and ebay for a good deal on a Marc Jacobs bag. I was prepared to buy a bag here. Well to my surpirse that were at least 4 bags that made my cut and I walked out of there with a beatitful Red sholder bag that was from Spring of 08. It was in great condition. The store was clean, well organized, and the sales people very helpful. I can see why this has been rated so high. I was very impressed. I did not buy anything else because of time, but they had great shoes, coats, Channel Suits, and so much in a small space. This is top-notch. I get to Consigments Store in my native Chicago and everything here is like a rumage sale for "Old Ladies." This is awesome and cannot wait to go back. There was another shop a few doors down and that smelled, the merchandise was not as good as Michaels. Don't waste your time and money paying full retail. Be prepared to buy, not for the borwser or it won't be there when you go back. If you love bags and got ripped on ebay and other sites this will be the place for you. I should have purchased 2 bags!!!!!
Pros: Well Organized and updated brands and styles
03/18/2008 Posted by nycmeimei
I am not what you would consider consignment savvy. I have wanted to however add to my designer collection of clothes without paying full price. I recently stumbled upon Michael's the other day and I'm still glowing from my amazing Missoni, Gucci, Louboutin and Chanel finds. Most of my purchases still had the original tags. I'm now telling all my friends. It's simply a must before making the trek to crowded department stores or putting up with snooty sales associates at the designer boutiques. I really think that the sales girl who assisted me made all the difference as a consignment newbie. She didn't rush me, established immediate credibility and had excellent suggestions. She wasn't pushy about it either - just showed me how to shop consignment. I look forward to going back!
Pros: Wonderful selection, great sales people
Cons: none
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