Bloomingdale's is an 815,000-square-foot flagship store where visitors come from around the globe to enjoy the array of clothing products offered from different brands. The massive store has products from several countries, including Israel, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Canada, and Japan. Tons of luxury products are divided among the stores multiple floors, and the store offers multilingual support for non-English-speaking visitors.
You could easily spend the whole day browsing the racks and displays of this department store, as there's virtually no clothing accessory you can't find here. Bloomingdale's is a haven for fans of high-end shopping who want to buy luxury clothes and accessories from the industry’s biggest brands.
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Bloomingdale’s highlights
Bloomingdale’s boasts an expansive shopping space with many attractive luxury clothing options and other merchandise from high-end brands. You can also enjoy delicious food at any of the restaurants in the store. Shoppers get loads of benefits at the store, including free WiFi and multilingual staff to support non-English-speaking visitors. At Bloomingdale's, you can spend the whole day shopping for clothing items, thanks to the wealth of options. Some of the available products you can find here include bridal and formal wear, children's eyewear, designer brands, handbags, shoes, hats, and lingerie.
You can also find women’s apparel, men’s apparel, and general clothing and accessories across several departments. The men’s section is on the lower floor, while the women’s areas are on the second, third, and fourth floors. Exciting fashion events take place at the store throughout the year, particularly during the holiday season.
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History of Bloomingdale’s
The luxury store opened in 1861 under its founders, Joseph B. and Lyman G. Bloomingdale. In 1930, it became a part of Federated Department Stores. The reatailer has an extensive reach in the United States with 54 stores, but the eye-catching Bloomingdale’s building in New York City remains its flagship store.
The first item on display in the store was a hoop skirt that was popular in the 19th century. As a pioneer in the industry, Bloomingdale’s changed the landscape of retail fashion. Before they opened, the standard was for retailers to sell 1 type of clothing. Bloomingdale's hit the industry with a new approach, selling different kinds of European clothing from a broad range of brands. As the store grew, it also held fashion events and galas. It was one of the first stores to develop designer bags, which are now a feature in all stores and a popular fashion accessory.
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Good to know when visiting Bloomingdale’s
Visiting Bloomingdale’s is ideal for a satisfying shopping experience, but because it's so large, you need to know how best to maximize your visit before you embark on the journey. Download the Bloomingdale App to help you navigate your way through the store quickly and easily to find what you're looking for.
Before lunch on weekdays is the best time to visit the store because there will be fewer other shoppers at that time. For added convenience, you can have your purchases delivered to your desired location for a fee. This option is useful if you're buying a lot of clothing and can't fit it in your car or travel bag.
Bloomingdale's in New York
Location: 1000 Third Avenue New York, NY 10022, USA
Open: Monday–Saturday from 10 am to 9 pm, Sunday from noon to 8 pm
Phone: +1 212-705-2000
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