Storefront Guide: Retail Spaces in The Upper East Side, NYC

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From one shopping destination to another, the Upper East Side is a shopper’s dream. Barneys New York moved its flagship from Chelsea to Upper East Side in 1933. Also, edgy Alexander McQueen, luxury design house Valentino and Ralph Lauren are all based in the Upper East Side. Other brands in the area include Tom Ford, Hermes and Celine.  Besides shopping, the Upper East Side has a lot of attractions. Amongst them are the Central Park Zoo, Gracie Mansion, and the Hotel Carlyle. A major attraction of the Upper East Side is Museum Mile, located on Fifth Avenue between E 82nd and E 105th streets, which is home to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, El Museo del Barrio and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.

Pop-Up Success on The Upper East Side

The Upper East Side has been cited as the best place to see art in the city, with numerous exhibitions and pop-up showcases being held here in recent years including the collaborative Brooklyn’s The Borough Pop-Up Event on The UES. Past pop-up retail in the Upper East Side include the former Brooks Brothers designer brand Kule, Bandier sportswear’s seasonal pop-up shop, Mackage and many other fashion labels.

Storefront Spaces in UES

From ultra-modern flagship stores to raw and creative art spaces, Storefront has a wealth of top spaces in the high-end and culturally rich UES.

This 9,460 sqft flagship retail space is situated in a prime shopping area close to Central Park and offers an unparalleled branding opportunity. With neighbors include Prada, Fendi, Bottega Veneta and Hermes, this is a unique opportunity to build presence with an outstanding pop-up retail experience. Book now.

This prime retail space is located in the bustling area of Midtown and is just steps from 5th Avenue. At 10,900 sq ft it is perfect for brands looking for a Flagship Retail Venture, mid-term Pop-Up Store or Showroom. The creative space is finished to an excellent standard making it ideal for brands looking for an easy operation. Book now.

This store boasts a sophisticated double frontage with large display windows. The exteriors are finished to an excellent standard and the interiors are modern with options for customization. The temporary retail space is surrounded by popular fashion retailers including J. Crew, Kate Spade and Oscar de la Renta and also many reputable art galleries. Book now.

Flexible and able to host an array of art event types, this space is a turn-key location and ready for set-up.The cozy 500 sq ft gallery in the trendy area of the Upper East Side is perfect for Art Exhibitions and creative temporary Retail Events. Book now.

This minimal modern shop space is located two blocks from the iconic Bloomingdales department store. At 1,636 sq ft with a corner frontage that is entirely glass, offering unparalleled visibility in the extremely busy area. Book now.

Located on a busy avenue with neighbors including Rag & Bone and BCBGMAXAZRIA, this 1,500 sq ft store is a great opportunity. There is a skylight at the back of the store which ensures the space is filled with natural light throughout. The space is suited to ready-to-wear retail with fitting rooms and garment racks, and extensive shelving and counters. Book now.

Located among multiple global retailers and department stores on Madison including Barneys, as well as the designer boutiques on 57th, this space benefits from foot traffic from an affluent demographic. Book now.

With neighbors including popular bars and restaurants, quirky independent retailers and high-end apartments, the shop benefits from steady foot traffic and is ideal for creative and emerging brands. Book now.

This premium 1,430 sq ft shop space in the UES is a great location for Pop-Up Stores and Accessories / Ready-to-Wear Retail. The space is very well-equipped to host ready-to-wear sales and is divided over two floors with space at the basement level. Book now.

Ready to find and book your perfect temporary retail space in the Upper East Side? Take a look at all our Storefront Spaces in the 5th Avenue area, or ask our personal Concierge Service to find a space for you.