Time tested and well loved, Born to Shop has been the series of choice for shoppers in the know. These opinionated, in-depth guides -- the brainchild of world-renowned shopper Suzy Gershman -- explain how to get the best goods at the best prices in the most popular destinations around the world.Here are two completely revised and updated edition of Born to Shop New York, and Born to Shop Great Britain. Introductory chapters explain such basics as how to navigate customs, how to ship, how to bargain, and how to arrive and depart with intelligence, and then move on to discuss the most conveniently located hotels and the best restaurants for everything from a quick pick-me-up between shops to an elegant fixed-price dinner to celebrate a day of great finds. Store listings range from discount and retail sources to charming boutiques, and from markets to the most divine couturiers, and include everything from antiques to foodstuffs to watches. Each listings includes addresses with nearest cross streets and/or transit stops, and hours and descriptions cut to the chase about the store and its merchandise. Complete with detailed maps and shopping tours, Born to Shop is the first item to pack for every shopping spree and vacation.
