The Top Soho Manhattan Store to be found
Thinking of doing some "Soho shopping"?
Soho, A Shopper's Ultimate Destination Soho (or South Houston as it is properly called) is a shoppers haven and continues to be very chic with tons of high-end designer shops and edgy, yet expensive boutiques. Fashionistas who are city dwellers know this is the place to shop. Whether you're shopping for clothes, gourmet food or a computer, there's no shortage of shops and the possibilities are endless. Here's a Top 10 of a few places not to be missed for tourists and locals:Agent Provocateur, located on Mercer Street between Prince and Spring Streets, was founded by Brit Joseph Corre, son of maverick fashion designer, Vivienne Westwood, and music pioneer, Malcolm McLaren. You'll find burlesque lingerie selections including corsets and sheer bras and panties in a huge range of sizes to fit the average to very busty or curvy gal. It's worth the hefty price tags.
The purple and black Anna Sui flagship boudoiresque store on Greene Street is not to be missed. Dress like a rock star or a hipster without having to apologize. Ever. You'll find one-of-a-kind designer duds and artistically dressed mannequins here always.
The stark yet highly stylized Dolce and Gabana West Broadway store specializes in bright colors, witty graphics and tight clothing is a must-see and if you're Asian or a filthy rich hipster, you'll find something that you can't live without.
The Barney's Coop on Wooster has the affordable clothes the Madison Avenue location doesn't. The clothes and accessories for men and women are high-end, yet able to be attained by those without a six-figure income. Topshop on Broadway is Britain's version of H&M. With four levels, you could spend all day there and get a new wardrobe of designer knockoffs for less than your whole paycheck.
Olive & Bette's on Spring Street is a small boutique that blasts mainstream music like Madonna and Lady Gaga and can be compared to an upscale, designer Urban Outfitters--eclectic clothes from designers like James Perse and Free People.
Goth accessories made of skulls, chandeliers and bright colors put Tarina Tarantino on Greene Street on this list. This giant jewelry box of a store has a plethora of funky cameos, earrings and necklaces you won't be able to live without.
Sabon has two locations--the flagship store on Spring and smaller store on Prince. Both have the most amazing natural bath and body products for men and women, including handmade soaps and sea salts from the Dead Sea. Luxury, excellent customer service, reasonable prices and lots of ooohs and aaahs can be found here.
Techies and Mac lovers will think they're in heaven once they enter the giant Soho Apple Store on Prince Street. This is the Mecca of all Apple Stores. Foodies will love Dean & DeLuca on Broadway with their cheese shop, butcher shop bakery and world famous spices and oils. The very best of everything can be found here and at a high price--but it's definitely worth it.
Shopping guide
If you’re visiting New York or simply spending a day in the city, SoHo should be at the top of your plans. Named by artists in 1968 as being south of Houston Street, the lower Manhattan area was home to the SoHo Arts Association, and is still SoHo to us today. Decorated with historic architecture and a modernly retro vibe, it is a common destination with plenty of entertainment.Soho is most commonly known for it’s large variety as a shopping area. Within a mile of each other, Bloomingdales, the Apple store, and Calvin Klein are just a few of the hot stores people are looking for. Victoria’s Secret, Prada, and Dolce & Gabbana retail locations are among the other names you’ll see while discovering the SoHo streets.
After taking care of your materialistic needs, and perhaps visiting one of the many museums the historical area has to offer, there is still one stop that should be left on your list. You’ve spent the day shopping and taking in the culture from the Museum of Modern Art. A relaxing night at home would be perfect to reflect on your adventurous day. Sabon, the best SoHo bath and body products store, has a convenient SoHo location to finish your downtown Manhattan excursion the right way. Their large glass store front and high ceilings are relaxing enough in the packed city, and you haven’t even tried their products yet.
Located at 93 Spring St in the heart of your shopping experience, Sabon offers everything you need to rejuvenate and prepare you for what’s to come. You’ll be feeling great and ready for more, and won’t even think twice about ever stealing that hotel soap again. From replenishing moisturizers to relaxing bath salts, Sabon is reason enough to visit SoHo whenever you can.
After a night of relaxing, start your morning with a light breakfast and be sure to save room for your lunch at La Esquina Corner Deli. Described by customers as “amazing,” “delicious,” and “the best” Mexican cuisine you can find, how could you pass up such a meal? Located at 114 Kenmare St, you will not be disappointed with this obvious SoHo favorite.
Walk off your mid day meal with some sight seeing around the city. The Little Singer Building collapsed in 1967 after being the tallest building in the world for a short time. Ironic with the word “little” in it’s title. Though the building did collapse, the Singer Loft Building at 561 Broadway still stands today. 112 Prince Street is home to a 6 story building that has been occupied by artists such as Maya Lin, the noted sculptor of the Viet Nam Memorial in Washington D.C. The building later became a canvas for a mural by Richard Haas in 1975. Lastly, be sure to visit the eccentric subway map located at 110 Greene St. This 87ft long map is made of concrete rods embedded into the sidewalk, and is titled “Subway Map Floating on a New York Sidewalk.”
The famous hand washing at basin sink
List of stores in SOHO
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Sabon Soho Bath & Body store
93 Spring Street between Mercer and Broadway
New York, NY 10012
Phone: (212) 925-0742
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Sabon So ho Bath & Body store
123 Prince St. in the corner of Wooster Street
New York, NY 10012
Phone: (212) 982-0968
