Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women

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(212) 737-7273

1041 Madison Ave (Between 79th Street and 80th Street)
New York, NY 10021 40.77672 -73.96181

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Neighborhoods: Upper East Side, Midtown

MICHAELSCONSIGNMENT.COM

Years in business

Established in 1954

Hours:

Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat 9:30am-6pm

Thu 9:30am-8pm

Last updated 11.30.11

Category:

Women's Clothing, Thrift Stores, Consignment Shops, Women's Shoes, Used Clothing, Fashion Designers, Second Hand Goods, Clothing Accessories, Clothing, Used Jewelry

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard, Debit Card

Clothing Accessory Products:

Furs

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Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women

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Michael's, The Consignment Shop for Women is New York's premier consignment store. Located on fashionable Madison Avenue, Michael's proudly lists many of New York's rich and famous as clients. Michael's specializes in the resale of the most pristine, gently used, designer clothing and accessories for the discriminating woman. Designers like Chanel, Hermes, Luis Vuitton and Gucci can be found 'hanging out' at Michael's right now. Michael's boasts decades of fashion savvy experience and serves as a model for consignment stores all over the world. At Michael's, you can look like a million…

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The Scene – Upper East Side ladies and downtown divas alike sell their threads here, and the world comes to claim them. For more than 45 years, this upscale consignment shop has been an institution for fashionistas without trust funds and grandmothers with great taste. Peer over the hangers and catch a glimpse of Gotham's fashion mosaic: Hasidic brides shop for Vera Wang wedding gowns while yuppie career girls cruise the cramped aisles for pants to wear at their next power lunch. – – The Goods – Hand-picked designer clothing and accessories, all once-loved and gently…

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Know Before You Go:
Michael's always looks for stuff to sell, but don't try to unload your prom dress unless you're still in high-school. Only items less than two years-old are allowed.
overall
85.71000099182129% positive
  1. this is my favorite store, it has the best merchandise!
  2. This is the best consignment store I have ever been in from San Francisco to Orlando.
  3. Michael's is a good place to go if you are looking for second hand used items.
  4. my favorite store
  5. Michaels is a great place to find the designer clothing you crave.
  6. The clothing is very very good as well but often the prices are far above what the clothing cost on sale at the stores.
  7. buy very expensive clothes and accessories but I would rather find a great deal in a consignment store.
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. will definitely return to the shop, now that I know they carry the best designers for work and evening attire (Chanel, Diane Von Furstenberg, Marc Jacobs, Prada and more).
service
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. The people who work there were nice and helpfull too.
  2. What often comes along with a boutique was the rude staff.
  3. The only downside is that the staff is not very helpful and border on rudeness.
  4. The store was clean, well organized, and the sales people very helpful.
  5. Extremely polite and attentive, the team took great care of me - I am so glad I went here first and found the wedding dress of my dreams.
  6. Great customer service, Fantastic Finds
value
50.0% positive
  1. buy very expensive clothes and accessories but I would rather find a great deal in a consignment store.
  2. The clothing is very very good as well but often the prices are far above what the clothing cost on sale at the stores.
  3. For Gently Used Bridal and everyday items at really reasonable prices
  4. My daughter and I found some amazing clothes for the spring at great prices.
  5. have wanted to however add to my designer collection of clothes without paying full price.
  6. Don't waste your time and money paying full retail.
4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/08/10

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4 Star Rating: Recommended

01/29/10

Let's Compare

by clothing fetish at Citysearch

Why a lovely space to shop in terms of consignment shops. Even if this weren't consignment it is quite pleasant. Michael's definitely knows that the atmosphere is so important to a shopping experience. The clothing is very very good as well but often the prices are far above what the clothing cost on sale at the stores. I think any savvy shopper from New York would know this and would cringe at the idea of paying more second hand. However, if it is a must have then what are you going to do.

  • Pros: decor, clothing
  • Cons: attitude, rudeness
4 Star Rating: Recommended

03/29/09

Great Clothes in Season

by travelingal272 at Citysearch

It was my first trip to Micheal's and it was great. My daughter and I found some amazing clothes for the spring at great prices. The best part about Micheal's was the fact that it is decorated so nicely. I felt like I was in a charming boutique. What often comes along with a boutique was the rude staff. I could tell that they know who is going to buy no matter what and who isn't and they treat you accordingly. I will still shop here in years to come.

  • Pros: Fanciest Boutique in Town
  • Cons: Rude Staff
4 Star Rating: Recommended

03/10/09

peaceful and beautiful shopping

by JazzyJules at Citysearch

It was my first visit to Micheal's and I will go back. The store is extremely well done and does not make you feel like you are buying second hand. The store was quiet and had a great selection of Chanel pieces as well as handbags. I bought a beautiful black YSL bag for $200. The only downside is that the staff is not very helpful and border on rudeness. It is a good thing that it doesn't deter my drive for bargain designer duds.

  • Pros: great clothes
  • Cons: rude staff
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/02/08

A Must when you go to NYC - skip all your other shopping

by mcb0575 at Citysearch

I found Michael's based on a web search for Designer Handbags in NYC for an upcoming trip. I walked 20 blocks to get to Michaels in between work appointments and was definetely worth the trip!!!!! I have been looking on Rulala, Hautelook, and ebay for a good deal on a Marc Jacobs bag. I was prepared to buy a bag here. Well to my surpirse that were at least 4 bags that made my cut and I walked out of there with a beatitful Red sholder bag that was from Spring of 08. It was in great condition. The store was clean, well organized, and the sales people very helpful. I can see why this has been rated so high. I was very impressed. I did not buy anything else because of time, but they had great shoes, coats, Channel Suits, and so much in a small space. This is top-notch. I get to Consigments Store in my native Chicago and everything here is like a rumage sale for "Old Ladies." This is awesome and cannot wait to go back. There was another shop a few doors down and that smelled, the merchandise was not as good as Michaels. Don't waste your time and money paying full retail. Be prepared to buy, not for the borwser or it won't be there when you go back. If you love bags and got ripped on ebay and other sites this will be the place for you. I should have purchased 2 bags!!!!!

  • Pros: Well Organized and updated brands and styles

The Details on Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women

Place Categories:

  • favorite consignment store
  • great place
  • really reasonable prices
  • rude staff
  • good condition
  • amazing clothes
  • nice people
  • not as good merchandise
  • great prada shoes
  • helpful women
  • likes pride yourself
  • snooty sales associates
  • favorite black cashmere sweater
  • excellent suggestions
  • love bags
  • best consignment shop
  • great comments
  • beautiful black ysl bag
  • awesome prada suit
  • great care
  • full retail
  • beautiful designer dresses
  • very good clothing
  • great fantastic finds
  • great little shop

Message from Michael's - The Consignment Shop for Women

  • Couture Fashion & Accessories
  • Personalized Service
  • Handpicked Treasures

Michael's, The Consignment Shop for Women is New York's premier consignment store. Located on fashionable Madison Avenue, Michael's proudly lists many of New York's rich and famous as clients. Michael's specializes in the resale of the most pristine, gently used, designer clothing and accessories for the discriminating woman. Designers like Chanel, Hermes, Luis Vuitton and Gucci can be found 'hanging out' at Michael's right now. Michael's boasts decades of fashion savvy experience and serves as a model for consignment stores all over the world. At Michael's, you can look like a million without spending a million.

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