Neighborhood Guide: Chelsea Shops

by Keith Wagstaff - Citysearch Editor - 215 Reviews - 112 Lists

Updated: August 26, 2009

The local clubbers, artists and the gay community shop this neighborhood's exclusive designer boutiques and cool consignment store. Here's our list of Chelsea's best shops.

Chelsea Shops

  1. 1 Balenciaga America Inc
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    542 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10011 (map)

    Nestled between Chelsea's body shops and art galleries, the boutique is a retail installation showcasing wearable art.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Barneys Co-op
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    236 W 18th St, New York, NY 10011 (map)

    For something a little less adventurous but still plenty hip, check out Barneys Co-op, which is basically like Barneys' cooler, younger brother.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Giraudon Shoes
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    152 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011 (map)

    All that club and gallery hopping can do a number on your poor feet. For relief, step into this shop packed with stylish-yet-comfortable European shoes.

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average Printed Matter Inc
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    195 10TH Ave, New York, NY 10011 (map)

    Why just look at art when you can buy it? This non-profit sells awesome books from cutting-edge artists that you won't find anywhere else.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Camouflage Clothing
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    141 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011 (map)

    One of the trailblazers of the neighborhood, Camouflage will keep any man looking Chelsea hot.

  6. 6 192 Books
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    190 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011 (map)

    This charming neighborhood bookstore is a well-curated wonder specializing in translations.

  7. 7 3.5 Star Rating: Average Comme des Garcons
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    520 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10012 (map)

    Even more avant-garde than Balenciaga, Comme des Garcons gives gallery hoppers fashion as edgy as their favorite art.

  8. 8 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Ellen Christine Millinery
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    255 W 18th St, New York, NY 10011 (map)

    You really need to make a statement to get noticed in this neighborhood. Luckily Ellen Christine has the perfect hat to do just that.