The streets are quiet, the stores are happy to see you and you have your pick of amazing sales on all the winter attire you haven’t gotten for yourself (still a couple months of winter left) or a jump on spring.In the Garment Center, the wholesale showrooms will shower you with deals.But only if you are with us, Shop Gotham

Looking for something cool to do in the off season while visiting New York City? Check out Shop Gotham NYC shopping tours.

For those who seek out or want to try the Sample Sale world, the news is.. that they are starting much earlier this year. You can thank the economy, as the stores have purchased less, leaving us lots of yummy stock to pick from.  Whereas, right after Thanksgiving was always the commencement of the bounty, looks like the week of November 7th is this year’s start time. And the race begins. Shoshanna, Furla and even Stetson are opening their doors next week. Shop Gotham’s Garment Center tour will take you to only a couple select ones – the best of the best, along with the private showrooms NOONE else gets into. Clear your cards ladies. Tours are Wednesday and Friday morning and max at 12 persons. www.shopgotham.com 

I. Coming to New York with the family for Columbus Day weekend?  If yours are teens or older, you know they want to shop! Treat them and yourselves to a Soho & Nolita Chic Boutiques shopping tour. NYC indie boutiques, coolest of the cool, exclusive store discounts and lots of fun facts, like where Leo DiCaprio likes to eat dinner. For more details or to book tickets: www.shopgotham.com. Tours are on Fri, Sat & Sun. mornings and have a maximum of 12 persons.

I. Are you a woman of style or perhaps one who’d like to up her look a bit? Do you love insider deals or a bit of hand-holding. The Garment Center “insider” shopping tour may be for you. Wholesale showrooms and sample sale. need we say more? Tours are on Wed & Fri morning and have a maximum of 12 persons. For more details or to book tickets: www.shopgotham.com.

Our Garment Center “insider” Tour stopped by the Joes’s Jeans sample sale today. Here is pic of a happy camper. Note: Shop Gotham’s Garment Center tours take a “pause” after August  19th, and commence again with fall goodies on  September 7th. To see the schedule, tour details or to book tickets: www.shopgotham.com 

Visiting NYC July 11-  17? Well you are in luck. Lots of goodies await:

1)Sample Sales  still rage. Take  one of Shop Gotham’s Garment  Center shopping tours and check out hip lines Charlotte Ronson and GAR-DE.  plus: Guests get to order fabulous handbags for the fall at wholesale  - items just shipping to the stores  right now! and so much more.. 

2)MET OPERA in the Park – Central Park that is, tonight july 11th at 8pm

2)Restaurant Week Commences again. True it comes around often now, but hey, a deal is a deal and what a way to check out NYC’s finest of dining.

3)See Brad Paisley in Central Park for Free! Friday, July 15  at 8:00am.   part of the Good Morning America Concert Series. Even city folk appreciate these sweet crooners

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NYC never ceases to amaze us. Apparently, this  Shop Gotham owner hasnt walked down West 40th Street in a couple of years. To my surpise today, I discovered that both West 40th and West 39th, between Ninth and Tenth Avenues have become the affordable hotel mecca. I counted 7. Likely, they are “supported” by Javitz Center trade show goers.  But if are seeking a decent (albeit not sexy) hotel in the  $150 range,  here you go.  And if you intend to take Shop Gotham’s Garment Center “insider” shopping tour,you are but steps away. Of the group, I suggest checking out: Four Points Sheraton and the Distrikt.

Recent reviews from Citysearch:

1)”GREAT Shopping program. highly recommend. Last weekend,my girlfriend and I took the Soho tour. Although we live in the Westchester, we dont know that area and were determined to “edge up” our wardrobe. the shops we were taken to were oh so interesting and we found the guide Molly to be as charming and knowledgable as any host could be. We recommend spending your entire afternoon shopping on your own and using the discounts they provide. We enjoyed it very very much and would have enjoyed the tour for several more hours as well”

2)”Fantastic Fantastic Programs for those who like to shop. Last December, I took my 21 and 23 yrd old daughters to nyc and took a shot at the Garment Center tour. We all simply loved the shopping and the entire experience. So much so that we then booked the Soho tour too! And had a blast ont his one too. Both tour guides were stylish, patient, lovely and oh so charming women. Part of the enjoyment was spending time with them. The programs are so very different. If i had to break it down, one is for “deals” and visiting a side of NYC you really cant do on your own, the other is for “now” fashion, in super cute and well thought out spots. Shop Gotham’s tours are really terrific and professional. Go for it!”

Coming to NYC for July 4th?  This is a GREAT time to go shopping! the natives are gone and the sales are MAD. Want to conquer the shopping landscape in an efficient way? try a Shop Gotham NYC shopping Tour. Explore the Chic boutiques of Soho & Nolita or the designer wholesale showrooms of the Garment Center. Deals to be had at every corner.  Girls getaway or family trip with your teens to NYC? you know they want to shop. for Details and bookings our guided NYC shopping tours: www.shopgotham.com

With the stores in Soho & Nolita changing faster than we can keep up with, a full day of reconnaissance was in order. So last week this Shop Gotham owner pounded the pavement (not such a terrible activity). We already reported Erica Weiner, fab & affordable antique & antique like jewelry. Today we also give a shout out to Bit + Piece.  This charming new store carries a well edited selection of designer pieces at discount.  Dresses by DVF, Tory, Oscar de la Renta. Also expect scarves, tops and even bathing suits. Not sure whether are this season or last, but  everything does look current and fresh and the deals are solid. Plus the manager Alex could not be more charming or helpful. Bit + Piece, 246 Mott Street, close to Prince.

Want to SHOWN ALL these great places? take a Shop Gotham Chic Boutiques shopping tour. www.shopgotham.com

Visiting NYC this month and wondering what to wear? If you havent heard, NYC did not get spring this year. We went right from winter to summer. So expect temps in 80’s during the day: 60’s- 70’s at night. 

If you are touring, going to museums, doing the landmark visits, the key is always comfortable stylish shoes. This is a walking city and wherever you are going, anticipate some walking to get there and afterwards, while you hunt for a cute cafe to relax. Women: casual dresses and “current” capris are always in style here. Pair with low espadrilles or cute flat sandles. UNLESS you are 20 something, size 0-2, short shorts is not a good look!!.   On the same note, baggy old longer shorts is not the NYC way here either. Think city, not barbecue. Casual, but stylish!

Want some help picking summer pieces, call on Shop Gotham NYC shopping tours.

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