Synopses & Reviews
"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shopper alike." The Washington Post For more than ten years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop: New York is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings and shopping secrets than ever before. Inside You'll Find:
- The best of Manhattan's shopping scene, from world-renowned department stores and hip boutiques to designer resale shops and street vendorsplus the best bargains in Brooklyn and the nation's top factory outlets
- Great values, from home furnishings to wedding gownsplus the top ten ultimate shopping experiences in New York
- Terrific gift ideas, even for the friend who has everythingplus the best gift ideas for under $10
- Tips on finding the best hotel and dining valuesso you can maximize your shopping dollars
- Detailed city maps and shopping tours
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About the Author
About the Author Suzy Gershman is an author and a journalist who has worked in the fiber and fashion industry since 1969 in both New York and Los Angeles, and has held editorial positions at California Apparel News, Mademoiselle, Gentleman's Quarterly, and People magazine, where she was West Coast Style editor. She writes regularly for various magazines, and her new essays on retailing are text for Harvard Business School. She frequently appears on network and local television; she is a contributing editor to Travel Weekly. Mrs. Gershman lives in Connecticut with her husband, author Michael Gershman, and their son, Aaron. Michael Gershman also contributes to the Born to Shop pages.
Table of Contents
About the Author.
To Start With.
1. The Best of New York in a Nutshell.
2. New York Details.
3. Shopping Tips for Foreign Visitors.
4. New York Shopping Neighborhoods.
5. Sleeping in New York.
6. Dining in New York.
7. New York Resources (AZ).
8. New York Bargains.
9. New York Home.
10. Manhattan Tours.
Size Conversion Chart.
Index.