Fodor's Expert Review Hermès

The legendary French retailer is best known for its iconic handbags, the Kelly and the Birkin (named for Grace Kelly and Jane Birkin), as well as its silk scarves and neckties. True to its roots, Hermès still stocks saddles and other equestrian items in addition to a line of beautifully simple separates and jewelry for men and women, many with the recognizable logo. This store has five artisans from different métiers sharing a fifth-floor atelier for alterations and repairs. It also has special items designed exclusively for the new address, including a scarf, several Kelly bags, a Bolide bag, watches, and more. There are outposts in the Meatpacking District and Financial District but this palatial garden-topped flagship store, one of the brand's largest stores in the world, is the one to visit.