Fourth Floor, Men’s Wear. Fifth Floor, Martinis. - The New York Times

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Posted: 09 Dec 2019 10:35 AM PST

New York City department stores have uncovered a relationship between mules and Moscow mules.

In the basement of the new Nordstrom flagship on West 57th Street, a few feet from the women's shoe department, is the Shoe Bar, serving sparkling wine by the glass and bottle, as well as cocktails with names like Corpse Reviver 212.

Le Chalet, a woody, après-ski-like bar that opened in February on the eighth floor of Saks Fifth Avenue, is also steps from the shoe department. In the cozy alcove, decorated with books, antlers and skiing apparatus, shoppers can order from a wide selection of rums, mezcals and whiskeys, or cocktails created by the noted bartender Nico de Soto.

All over Midtown Manhattan, department stores are opening a new department: the spiffy, up-to-date cocktail bar. The new Neiman Marcus at Hudson Yards has Bar Stanley, a snug nook on the sixth floor that has two prebatched and bottled cocktails among its offerings. This month, Bergdorf Goodman will open Goodman's Bar, an Italian-style cafe and aperitivo bar, on the second floor of its men's store on Fifth Avenue.

Nordstrom has not only the Shoe Bar, but also the Broadway Bar, on its third floor. Across Eighth Avenue in the Nordstrom Men's Store is another bar, the Clubhouse. (Nordstrom is not new to the bar business. Eight of its other stores in the United States and Canada have a Habitant bar, but Broadway Bar, Shoe Bar and the Clubhouse are unique to the New York stores.)

"Once the idea got tossed around and accepted, it became a situation of, 'Why didn't we do this a long time ago?' " said David Kim, Nordstrom's director of food and beverage. "What better way is there to shop for shoes than sipping on Champagne?"

Pouring drinks for customers has caught on in recent years at men's clothing chains and barber shops. And department stores have a long history of offering dining options, a strategy that keeps shoppers on the premises longer.

But this new wave of bars is different. They are sleek and stylish and, more significantly, are not restaurants with a few dull wines-by-the-glass, but fully equipped, stand-alone bars with a wide variety of drinks.

"Experience has become very important for customers," said Bruce Pask, the men's fashion director of Bergdorf Goodman. "It's not enough to be a restaurant or bar. It's got to be special. It's got to be a destination in itself."

The Broadway Bar at Nordstrom was the destination last Wednesday evening for two shoppers, Alexandria Adams and Justin Davis. Visiting from Nashville, they had read about the bars online. Ms. Adams, a reporter for WSMV-TV, an NBC affiliate in Nashville, ordered a glass of Prosecco; Mr. Davis had an old-fashioned.

"I wish we had this at our Nordstrom in Nashville," Ms. Adams said.

Mr. Davis added, with a laugh, "It might give people a little more courage to buy something they wouldn't otherwise."

Nearby, a quartet of women from Texas and Oklahoma had stumbled upon the bar, seeking refuge from the cold outside.

"I think it's a great idea if you want to bring your husband shopping," said a Dallas woman who identified herself only as Angie. "Normally, I would never bring my husband." (If she did, he could order a rye-whiskey cocktail named Husband Daycare.)

The bars appear to be popular. Mr. Kim said that one of every four purchases at Nordstrom are in one of the bars and restaurants. At Saks, people can drink at Le Chalet for hours after the store closes at 8:30 p.m. Until 11 p.m., the bar and the restaurant upstairs from it, L'Avenue, are open and accessible through a separate entrance on East 50th Street.

Not only are customers coming to the bars, but the bars are coming to customers. In certain departments at Nordstrom and Bergdorf Goodman, shoppers can order a cocktail or glass of wine from a sales associate and have it delivered to them. Call it a new accessory.

Shoe Bar and Broadway Bar Nordstrom, 225 West 57th Street, 212-295-2000, shop.nordstrom.com/c/new-york.

The Clubhouse Nordstrom Men's Store 235 West 57th Street, 212-843-5100, shop.nordstrom.com/c/new-york.

Le Chalet Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Avenue, 212-753-4000, saksfifthavenue.com/locations/s/newyork.

Bar Stanley Neiman Marcus, 20 Hudson Yards, 646-562-3539, neimanmarcus.com.

Gift Guide 2019: Winter Athletic Gear & Apparel for Men - Men's Journal

Posted: 11 Dec 2019 06:57 AM PST

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Just because the temperatures are dropping and the days are getting shorter, guys still enjoy working out outdoors. Whether it's running, biking, or even hiking and trekking, an outdoor workout energizes and refreshes like no other. That's why we've compiled some of our favorite outdoor athletic gear into this Gift Guide 2019 for Winter Athletic Gear and Apparel for men. Some of our favorite brands, like Rhone, Carhartt, Manduka, and Smartwool are represented. So if you're shopping for a gift for the guy who's an athlete or fitness enthusiast, consider this gift guide for men your go-to this holiday season.

It's filled with great stuff. From base layers and compression pants to jackets, coats, joggers, even waterproof running shoes, we've got it all. No matter what outdoor workout your man is into, we've got you covered this holiday season.

Men's Journal Gift Guide 2019: Winter Athletic Gear & Apparel

At this time of year, with all the sales and deals going on, it's important to take advice from a source you trust. A great price doesn't mean squat if the gear doesn't hold up. So you want to get the best possible deal on the best possible gear.

Men's Journal is always trying to find the best gift ideas for men. Considering our decades of experience in using and evaluating gear and apparel, we know the drill. You want stuff that lasts. But you want apparel that looks great, and you want real gear. Gear that does the job it claims to do. We get it. Because ARE that that guy on your list who's a fitness enthusiast.

This time of year you're inundated with lists and gift guides. (So are we.) We've done our fair share of them already in 2019; check out our list of Outdoor Workout Gear, or our guide to Gifts for your Significant Other.

But if you're looking for the best workout gear and apparel for the man on your holiday shopping list, here's the Men's Journal 2019 Gift Guide to Winter Athletic Gear and Apparel.

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The best Cyber Monday clothing deals for men and women - New York Post

Posted: 01 Dec 2019 10:30 PM PST

Cyber Monday is here to rescue your wardrobe — and you don't even have to leave the couch to shop the hottest styles.

There are many sales on clothing and accessories for men and women, but we've narrowed down some of the best.

You can score major deals on winter must-haves, including fleeces and boots from stores with great sales, like Walmart and Uniqlo.

While you're at it, stock up on pieces that make great Christmas gifts, like cozy sweaters for her and cool ties for guys.

Here are our picks for the best fashion finds this Cyber Monday.

Women's clothes

This off-the-shoulder velvet gown from Vince Camuto is the holiday look you were wishing for. The site's apparel is 40% off through Dec. 3 with code CYBER40, which means this stunner's on sale for $112.80, down from $188.

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Scoop's store on Walmart.com has fashion essentials for 25% off through Cyber Monday. Bundle up with this faux-fur chevron jacket, which is down to $78.71 from $104.95.

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Fila's entire site is 30% off for Cyber Monday, including this cozy turtleneck sweatshirt, down to $95.20 from $136. (And yes, their super-trendy chunky dad sneakers are included in the sale as well!)

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Levi's jeans can withstand the test of time — but could yours use a refresh? Macy's is offering sales of select Levi's items at up to 40% off through Dec. 2. Get these mid-rise skinny jeans for $35.70, down from $59.50. Also check Amazon for more men's and women's styles, including selling skinny jeans for as low as $21.59.

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ASOS has marked down most of their pieces by 30% through Dec. 3 with code BIG30. That means it may be time to get yourself a utility-chic boiler suit, like this Vero Moda number, which is down to $51.80 from $74.

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Now's the time to pull the trigger on that classic badass leather jacket you've always wanted. AllSaints' 30%-off sale goes through Dec. 2 — meaning this Balfern Leather Biker Jacket is down to $348.60, from $498.

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Reformation's site is 30% off through Dec. 2. In addition to getting their femme party dresses for less, score this cashmere sweater, a wardrobe staple, for $103.60, down from $148.

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God willing, athleisure will continue its mighty streak in 2020. Carbon38 has these Adidas + Stella McCartney sneaks for $126, down from $180, with code CYBER30.

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Men's clothes

J.Crew's 50%-off sale continues through Dec. 2, which means it's time to stock up on basics. This Secret Wash heathered organic cotton button-up is down to $32.25.

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Blundstone's iconic and ever-sturdy boots will be 15% off for Cyber Monday with the code GIVETHX. The classic Men's Original 500 Boot drops down to $157.35.

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Uniqlo's affordable (and actually warm!) outerwear, like this cozy fleece layer, are marked down for Cyber Monday. This jacket is down to just $19.90, from $29.90.