NRF 2025 Store TOUR

For the last decade Ian Jindal has researched and visited stand-out stores in New York City – one of the global retail capitals. From Soho to the Meatpacking via 5th Avenue and the Lower East Side, here is our list of the must-see stores. We look for “Retail Alchemy” – where people, products, process and place create a magical experience, filtered through the eyes of experienced European retail execs who, frankly, have seen most things already in London, Paris, Hong Kong, Singapore… What gets through this filter is worth a detour at least or a special trip for the annual ‘hot list’. Register for free access and you’ll see the database, along with store reviews, analysis and tours. 

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NRF 2025 Store TOUR

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For the last decade Ian Jindal has researched and visited stand-out stores in New York City – one of the global retail capitals. From Soho to the Meatpacking via 5th Avenue and the Lower East Side, here is our list of the must-see stores. We look for “Retail Alchemy” – where people, products, process and place create a magical experience, filtered through the eyes of experienced European retail execs. Filter (above), search or just browse – and be sure to send feedback, tips and suggestions to [email protected]

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The recent refurb expands the store into a gentlemen's-club-vibe location for this near decade-old Queens brand. Their zeitgeist-fuelled take on the 1990s goes from the street to Bill Clinton.
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British architect Sophie Hick's minimalist take on Alaia's move from wholesale to D2C.
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Upscale doll store for specialty dolls, with hair salon, cafe and events. A cross between a pet store and a lego store, but for dolls. Owned by Matel. Dolls are highly characterised, with their own bl...
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Minimal, spacious, architectural embodiment of a tech-first high-performance athletic footwear brand.
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New format flagship for this high-end outdoor tech brand, comprising full range, generous space, cafe, repair, recycling and resale in a two-floor Broadway base.
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The global doyen of luxury is now interactive! Taking a leaf from Glossier, the Atelier allows you to experiment, adjust, blend and personalise your makeup - supported by the friendly and knowledgeabl...
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A hip-homage streetwear brand from the former brand director at Supreme, Angelo Baque.
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Bold, brutalist remake of a Soho flagship building showcases the brand's "Raw Architecture" aesthetic. Sparse, sustainable fittings in a generous space, evoke 'art gallery' and luxury at the same time
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"Elevated" is the watchword - for the design, services and experience in this physical embodiment of "democratic, approachable and inclusive luxury" with 'safari and travel' roots.
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Old-Skool pro-tech emporium. Deep stock, deep knowledge, old-school service (knowledgable, grumpy, helpful if you're quick!), with multichannel prowess.
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