The Big Apple is buzzing every day of the year, but come September, that on-the-go crowd becomes an impeccably dressed one. You guessed it: New York Fashion Week is in town. And the magic isn’t limited to the catwalk and backstage bustle. Here, we’ve mapped out ten notable places to live the stylish life. Read up, and print out.
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1. MADE at Milk Studios
450 West 15th Street
MADE Fashion Week hosts a slew of new designers, including Parsons MFA students and up-and-comers like Adam Selman. (Remember Rihanna’s naked dress? That was designed by him!)
2. The Smile at Milk Studios
450 West 15th Street
Right outside Milk Studios’ doorstep, this is where you’ll see fashionistas nibbling or grabbing a latte pre- or post-show.
3. The NoMad Hotel
1170 Broadway
A choice place to stay during NYFW – with great restaurants and a convenient location for heading up or downtown, this is also where kate spade new york will be giving its fashion presentation.
4. Skylight Clarkson Square
550 Washington Street
Street-style spotting outside this venue never disappoints, with shows and presentations from the likes of Marissa Webb, alice + olivia, and rag & bone taking place here.
5. The Happiest Hour
121 West 10th Street
The Happiest Hour serves, you guessed it, great cocktails – and the venue is done up with a retro vibe that makes a perfect setting for your latest Instagram story.
6. Spring Studios
6 St. John’s Lane
Front-row A-listers are all spotted on the runway here, with fashion heavyweights like Michael Kors, Altuzarra, and Lacoste preferring to show at this locale.
7. Carbone
181 Thompson Street
After a late-night show, do some Kardashian spotting at the family’s favorite Italian eatery.
8. Saks Fifth Avenue Downtown
225 Liberty Street
Fashion emergency? The Saks Downtown grand opening is happening at the start of Fashion Week.
9. Drybar Tribeca
180 West Broadway
The spot for a photog-ready blowout that can last you from a 9AM show to a 9PM after-party.
10. Cha Cha Matcha
373 Broome Street
Looking for Gigi Hadid and Taylor Hill? They’re most likely grabbing an afternoon matcha pick-me-up at this coveted café.
