Bergdorf Goodman
Furs, top-tier designer clothing, perfumes and other merchandise for men and women. Leans to the conservative side of fashion. Monday-Wednesday 10 am-7 pm, Thursday 10 am-8 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 am-6 pm, Sunday noon-6 pm. 754 5th Ave. (at 58th Street; 5th Avenue subway station at 59th Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-753-7300.

Bloomingdale's
Has a devoted clientele. Let one of the moonlighting actors spray a little perfume on your wrist before you ascend the floors to discover the hottest new designs in clothes, shoes and jewelry. Bloomie's also has a fine reputation for household goods, linens and gourmet foods. Restaurants include an espresso bar, Le Train Bleu, 59 Cafe, Showtime Cafe and 40 Carrots. Theater reservations and personal shopping services available. Monday-Friday 10 am-8:30 pm, Saturday 10 am-7 pm, Sunday 11 am-7 pm. 59th Street and Lexington Avenue (Lexington Avenue-59th Street subway station), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-355-5900.

Century 21
The bargain hunter's mecca, offering quality and designer merchandise at deep discounts. Be prepared to elbow your way through weekend crowds of savvy New York shoppers. Monday-Wednesday and Friday 7:45 am-8 pm, Thursday till 8:30 pm, Saturday 10 am-8 pm, Sunday 11 am-7 pm. 22 Cortlandt St. (between Church Street and Broadway; take the N or R to the Cortlandt Street subway station), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-227-9092.

Henri Bendel
An exclusive 5th Avenue storefront that is actually a series of 1920s-style boutiques filled with an exceptional selection of Bendel's famous handmade shoes, jewelry and women's clothing. The somewhat chi-chi shoppers are looking for both classic styles and the latest trends. Monday-Saturday 10 am-7 pm (Thursday till 8 pm), Sunday noon-6 pm. 712 5th Ave. (at 56th Street; 5th Avenue subway station at 59th Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-247-1100.

Macy's
Situated on Herald Square, the largest department store in the world covers an entire city block. Ten floors of clothing, shoes, jewelry and perfumes, all at standard prices. The housewares department offers good buys and a great selection. Monday-Saturday 10 am-8:30 pm, Sunday 11 am-7 pm. 151 W. 34th St. (between Broadway and 7th Avenue; 34th Street-Herald Square subway station), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-695-4400. Fax 212-494-2118. http://www.macys.com.

Saks Fifth Avenue
A legend in New York for its service and style, specializing in upscale clothing for men and women. Monday-Wednesday 10 am-7 pm, Thursday 10 am-8 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 am-7 pm, Sunday noon-6 pm. 611 5th Ave. (at 49th Street; 5th Avenue subway station at 53rd Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-753-4000. http://www.saksfifthavenue.com.