Purdy Girl

This store gets 2 stars for having pretty good and affordable merchandise (during a sale), but that’s where my positives end. I’m someone who actually likes help when I shop, but the saleswoman followed me like a hawk and wouldn’t let me form my own opinion about anything. She was incredibly pushy and seemed outwardly disappointed when I only bought one thing. She even called me «her sale» when a fellow customer commented on how she didn’t think I needed spanx (after this saleswoman suggested them). The saleswoman LOVED everything until I said anything negative about it, then all of a sudden she didn’t like it anymore.
Less than one week later, I went to try on the dress I bought with my shoes (the night before I was leaving for the event I bought the dress for) and realized the saleswoman gave me the wrong size dress, after I confirmed the size before giving it to her. She didn’t even check when she rang me up. In addition, she almost forgot to take the security sensor off the dress and made a joke that I would have had to come all the way back, which was not funny… especially since she gave me a dress that was WAY too big on me. So I was left without a dress for the black tie wedding I was going to, the morning I was leaving NY.

Loved the jewelry and personal assistance that I received in the store. Great selection of unique costume jewelry. They helped me find earrings that complimented a necklace that I bought at another store. I even received a discount on my purchase because it was Valentine’s Day!!!

It’s hit or miss here, but I do like the energetic and talkative/​friendly staff, which keeps me coming back. Usually, I hate being «bugged» during my shopping experience and forced to reveal myself outside the dressing room when there are no mirrors in the room itself– but here, it’s kind of a «ladies night» atmosphere and everyone tends to compliment each other’s outfits and weigh in. They also frequently serve wine or champagne while you shop and their sales are fantastic! Watch out for those sales at the end of each season, and stop by– you can get stuff for 60%+ off! Score!
Ultimately, this isn’t a place I go to frequently, but it’s great for the occasional weekend you want to idly shop in some of the UWS boutiques. If you are in need of more casual work outfits or some fun evening dresses, you can definitely find something suitable here. They also have a large accessories section in the front.

Lots of very cute clothing. However, I later found a the exact same skirt they were selling for $ 118 for $ 40 online. A bit of a markup is expected for brick and mortar stores, and I’m not an avid fan of online shopping, but c’mon, this is completely ridiculous.

Yes the store is cute, they have a ton of accessories, play girly music, have a great sample sale collection in the back, offer you sweets while you shop but they are lacking terribly in the customer service department.
Seriously. I was invisible here and totally wanted to walk out empty handed because this place didn’t deserve my money but this cute embroidered skirt (on sale as well) was calling my name. I was forced to bite my tongue and swipe my card against my will (and my morals for that matter).

Cute store with lots of fun things to look at while killing time on Columbus Ave.
Went by yesterday and they were having a sale: Michael Kors shoes, Mavi Jeans and lots and lots of dresses and tops were 50% off. They also had wine, orange juice, and cookies for shoppers.
Unfortunately, some of the clothes are not great quality and are clearly heavily marked up. We’re talking, off the same machines at Forever 21 stuff, with cheap artificial fabrics, lack of tailoring, etc. The jewelry is of similar quality and many pieces are over $ 100. Its still cute, don’t get me wrong. But not worth the price.
Which is why a 50% off sale is a good thing, because it means that the merchandise is actually in the realm it should be priced at.

I love this store. Can’t get more excited than seeing the sales rack out front on my way to the post office. The most interesting and beautiful clothes, I’ve gotten some amazing sales. A black «Breakfast at Tiffany» authentic vintage dress, black coat, skirt, the most terrific gray sweater. Whenever I put something on from the store I feel like a million bucks. The staff is consistently good, helpful, and really pulls the right stuff for me and gets me to buy!
The best.
Laurie Graff

There are a lot of cute things here, however they lose a star for the annoying, pushy sales girls.
One particular shopping trip I was trying on a bunch of sundresses for an upcoming vacation. Of course the sales girl lied and said the most expensive dress looked the best on me, when you could clearly see my nipples AND the dress gave me back fat. WTF lady, are you crazy? Does that actually work with people? I can see myself in the mirror, not to mention I was there with my group of gays AKA fashion gods, who instantly went off asking her if she was blind.
Good to know someones got my back haha
Also while their clothes are kick ass, the accessories seem to be pretty cheap. I was looking at a pair of sunglasses and dropped them maybe 5 inches onto the counter and they broke into 3 pieces… not what I’d call high quality!

Whoa. This place stinks.
Watch the staff go from friendly to dismal when you have a return. After I bought a few pieces of jewelry and they ALL broke with the price tag still on, I felt like it was only right they refund my money.
No dice.
I got majorly shady attitude and was told I had to exchange the merchandise that day, that very minute, final offer. I could not get my money back. It took me 40 min to choose more jewlery that I hoped wouldn’t fall apart. The whole time I was looking I was like WTF? What kind of store policy is this? What a waste of money.
In these hard financial times wouldn’t you think it’s more important than ever for a store to attract customers time and again by offering great items and equally good customer service?
I used to love shopping here but I won’t be back.
Ever.

I really enjoyed our visit to this shop. I liked that everything here wasn’t outrageously expensive. Lots of cute styles and good sales.

I LOVE the clothing I purchased here last time I was in NY. My shopping experience was also really fun both times. First time, cute male and friendly female help, second time repeat girl, who actually remembered me, and champagne while I waited for a dressing room. My only complaint is the BS answer I got when I asked if the jeans were made in a sweatshop. Need to do my own homework before I buy but it is always a nice bonus when salespeople are knowledgeable about this stuff.

I was trying to kill time before picking up my dog and saw this gorgeous tie-​dye dress in the window. I convinced my bf to go in the store and they knew where the dress was and my size. Even better it was on sale.
The selection (clothes and accessories) is really impressive for a store in the UWS, but I didn’t get a chance to really shop (b/​c I was with the bf) but would def go back again. The sales ladies were definitely chipper, but were not annoying.

Just strolling in the area, and had some time to kill, so I checked it out. Its a cute store which carries high quality, fashionable clothing. For me, the fabric is the most important thing, and all their clothes were soft to touch and I am sure very comfortable to wear. And, most of the clothing they had were nice pieces that would last though several seasons and wouldn’t be outdated quickly. They were having a blow-​out sale when I went, so naturally, I was very excited! I didn’t buy any clothes, but really I liked everything they had. I ended up just buying a hair clip, which of course was on sale! I will definitely go back and try on some of their cute clothes :) They also have nice handbags :)

The sales here are really good. I got a fabulous skirt here for $ 45 on sale and a pair of fancy schmancy jeans for $ 100. However, the sales people here all seem a little off. The first time I came in the saleswoman was super excited and was trying on every accessory in the store and asking my opinion. The second time another saleswoman couldn’t figure out how to ring up the discount and after 20 minutes FINALLY called someone else over who showed her that the number lock was on. She also kept being very serious when we jokingly said that if she couldn’t ring it up it must be free. She kept repeating that she couldn’t do that and that she wasn’t joking. Other times the sales people have essentially ignored me.

**Deceitful, dishonest, thieving sales staff**
I have shopped a Purdy Girl for a while now and though I’ve never had a bad experience up til now, my most recent experience at Purdy girl is enough to cause me to never step foot in the store again. I encourage management to read this story and take action, you will continue to lose customers is others experience the same thing I did.
I walked into Purdy Girl the other day hoping to browse their new merchandise after their recent sale. I stumbled upon their new vintage section and was intrigued. I picked up a skirt and glanced at the price tag to see if I was interested in pursuing the purchase. At $ 39, the skirt was a steal. The saleswoman with the red hair and a gentleman I had never seen before came over to see if I was interested in trying it on. I handed the skirt over to the saleswoman and continued browsing. I glanced over at the two of them while I was browsing and saw them discussing something on the price tag. I thought nothing of it at the time.
I tried on the skirt and decided to purchase it. When I went to the register to pay, the saleswoman with the red hair told me that the total was $ 69, $ 30 more than the price I had seen on the tag moments earlier. I told her that I thought the tag had said $ 39 and she look at me and said without an ounce of hesitation, «oh no, it’s $ 69». I reached into the skirt and the price tag that was there previously was now gone. GONE! It was obvious at this point that the conversation the two of them were having in the back was regarding the price of skirt and in that conversation they ripped out the tag so that they could charge me more than the listed price. I mean really, how dishonest can two people get.
I contemplated saying something but decided at the time that it wasntt worth it, these people weren’t worth my breath. Their dishonest ways will come back to bite them in the end. I sincerely hope that these individuals get what they deserve. Seriously people, you are in the customer service business and you blatantly tried to rip off a customer, don’t think I didn’t notice.
I will never ever give this store another ounce of my money, despite the fact that I love their merchandise. I’d rather give my money to another boutique that has honest and upstanding people working in their store.
Purdy Girl — — you have been black listed in my book… permanently.

One of my favortie boutiques in the UWS and dangerously close to my apt, I can’t resist popping in when I walk by on a casual afternoon or on the way home from work… and I always leave with something fabulous.
An incredible staff – ask for Eileen – she is such a doll and has worked in the fashion industry for 20 years… and now, she basically runs this place. If there is a fabulous dress, she will find the most perfect belt and shoes to go with. She certainly knows how to sell to me!
Great dresses, tops and jewlery. They carry Marc Jacobs, Nanette Lepore, Stella McCartney and some other big names, but also they have some unknown designers that make knockout pieces that have become staples in my wardrobe.
This is a great place! Not exactly the cheapest and I have yet to hit up a great sale, but whatever. Life’s too short for a purdy girl!

I love this little boutique primarily because it’s great to have something chic and fashionable on the UWS. It’s a small boutique store mostly carrying the heavy hitters in fashion… i go mainly for the March Jacobs and N.Lapore. They’re constantly having great sales and often mail out coupons that never expire. Get on their mailing list and on their good side and they’ll care of you. Don’t be put off by the slightly overbearing European woman who I personally had issues with when I first started shopping there, but I guess you can take the girl out of Eastern Europe but you can’t take Eastern Europe out of the girl…
Also, if you’re on a budget just walk to the back of the store where all the sale/​clearance goodies are kept and the jewelery is reasonable price… cheaper and better quality than Anthro.

The upper west side isn’t exactly known for it’s chic shopping, mostly chain stores, so when I happened upon Purdy girl a few years ago, I was excited.
The boutique carries their own line as well as Stella McCartney, Nannette Lepore, BCBG, etc. The overall style of the clothing is more classic chic than trendy. They have great bags, jewelry and undergarments too. I have found some amazing deals here which makes me come back often.
They have a great dress selection too and the staff is friendly.
The dressing rooms don’t have mirrors in them, so you have to come out and walk across the back of the store to the mirror. I know the store does this so that the staff can comment on the clothing, but the staff will (for the most part) tell you like it is. If something is cute, they tell and and when somehting isn’t, they offer you something else to try on.
The prices are what they should be at a boutique so I can’t shop there for all of my clothes, but they have a large sale rack and the turn over is quick, so you might luck out as I have in the past and gotten some great pieces on sale only because they were the only one of it’s kind left.
they also have great jewelry, unique pieces that always garner a compliment. Love it.