Yesterday was the first day of Japanese high-end retailer, Takashimaya‘s, liquidation sale where everything in the store was 40 percent off. By the end of the day, the entire store was picked through. The handbags and accessories were nearly gone on the first floor. The home section looked like a tornado had hit. The scene on the fourth floor for women’s clothing was no different. As was with the travel and kids departments.
Fans of the shop were clearly snapping up what they could. A sales associate said a line had formed outside at 6:30 in the morning yesterday and she predicted that everything would be gone by Wednesday.
We put together video of the scene Monday before noon. If the buying frenzy on the first day is any indication, it’s doubtful that Takashimaya will have anything left by weeks end.
Where: Takashimaya, 693 Fifth Ave., nr. 54th St. (212-350-0100); M–S (10–7), Su (noon–5).
What do they sell at this store? Any men’s items? What kind of brands? Thanks!
Bellstaff (X-large and small), Paul Smith and Steve McQueen (sneakers) Matt+Natt (bags) Issey Miyake but it’s mostly cleaned out by now