TAGG

I sometimes like to stop by this neighborhood store and browse thru the fun clothing and underwear. Last week I went in and picked out a few things to purchase. The salesperson inside did not acknowledge me, but I brought the items to the register and was looking to leave shortly. That did not happen for each of the 3 items did not scan. He had to call someone from a back office on all 3 separate occasions. Not once did I receive an apology. It was if I was invisible. It took about 10 minutes to purchase 3 items. When I mentioned this to him, he just shrugged and couldn’t care less. Not a good shopping experience at all.

A great store! They carry every brand, every style, many colors… Fun, fun, fun!

wow — best selection I have ever seen of underwear and swimwear!!! And I *KNOW* my undies & swimsuits. LOL! Thanks!

I walked in the store and automatically I received a high level of attention I mean customer service the clothing are amazing the prices are even better definitely recommend it!!!

Went in here looking for shorts and maybe more underwear. Staff didn’t help at all and the selection although plenty of there wasn’t anything for someone of a certain size they either had sizes too small or way too big.

They have a great selection of men’s underwear and more interesting fun wear than your typical store.
I picked up a few pieces for myself and a few more exciting pieces for my husband. We had two straight friends (a couple) in tow. She was completely delighted at the possibilities. Many men don’t know that women like nice underwear on a man.
Yes, they do carry quite the range of Mr S Leather here.

The staff and the clothes are absolutely first rate. I loved shopping there!

totally agreed with all bad comments. the staff is very rude, very snobish, does not care the customer. when you ask question they badly respond to you as if you were annoying them.
definitly a place not to go !!

The selection is decent but the sales associates are so untrained. There are better places to shop in NYC.

Awesome store – great selection of items, friendly staff, reasonable prices. Definitely going back.

Unfriendly, pale, cold environment. Staff does not engage on the customers. Never again will I support this gay establishment.

it’s a shame you can’t take a little criticism about your place of business. this review was not fake just because i have no friends on here (what is this, facebook?), and i’m not the only person who feels this way about tagg’s terrible service.
and, yes, i made some typos, big deal. worry less about my grammar and more about your store’s horrible service.
the more mature, business-​like, gracious and self-​aware reply to my message would have been ‘i’m sorry you had that experience at my store. we do our best to please every customer’.
don’t worry, i haven’t been back to the store since that bad experience. i have no need for your least-​common-​denominator clothing.

Ok. Really, this is it for me.
I have reviewd TAGG before and thought things would be different but damn, it just gets worse.
First I will say that T.A.G.G is still a top notch clothing store for the gay and straight man. I absolutely LOVE this place for the unique clothing and knick-​knacks you pick up here.
However, once again I had a less than nice time here.
I live in T.A.G.G’s «Gayborhood».
I LOVE my gay boys, all my good friends are people I send to buy their things at T.A.G.G. As a bi woman myself I stopped in on gay pride day last week to grab a few things and show my support. Pretty boys are outside in their underwear and the atmosphere is amazing… but as I quietly wait behind the gaggle of gay boys flirting outside with one of the boys, he just glances at me and keeps talking to his friends.
Another employee standing a bit down on the corner took pity watching me 3 seperate times trying to ask this guy what the price of the bracelets were and he yelled to me the price. I should have walked away then and not given them business because I actually had about 10 items in my hands worth at least 300 $ but I was on my way to a close friends «gay» party lol and wanted them to have these things.
I walk in and its not better inside… I try in vain to get someones attention but all the guys just were absolutely disdaining towards me and refused to even answer any questions as they were SO busy serving drinks and chatting up their «own» kind.
I could feel myself get red and felt the heat of rage build up because really… am I any less of a gay person than you because I am a woman.
I put all my products but my bracelts down and paid quietly and left SEETHING and once outside said to Mr. ignorethefemale. «you know I dont matter any less because Im a woman» and he gave me a nasty glare as I walked away.
NEVER AGAIN. Ive gone three times that this has been my experience and unless one of my gay boys has been with me I have been treated as less. Im so angry and frustrated with this store. Im sure me not buying anything there wont hurt them in the least but hey, they lost 300 at the very least last week. Good Riddance to TAGG!!!

[ /​begin snark ]
Are you an anorexic gay boy who likes high prices and «NOW! That’s What I Call Music!», but hates customer service, comfort, and waist sizes over 30?
Do you enjoy getting an email blast every damn day about some «flash sale» that drops the prices from ridiculously overpriced to just moderately overpriced?
Are you trying your best to look like every other young neighborhood queen who just moved to NYC and is desperate to fit in at boiparty events?
Do you feel a need for your clothing to scream «I’m gay!» more than you feel a need to look good?
Do you have a trust fund or a sugar daddy so that you, who are surely going to make your dreams come true here in NYC, but are currently working a minimum wage job, can afford to shop here?
Welcome home!
[ /​end snark ]
Look, it is what it is. It’s the twink equivalent of Universal Gear — overpriced, unoriginal stuff that probably seems incredibly unique and fashion-​forward if you lived in the exurbs and shopped in malls all your previous life. It’s clothing that is more about making sure you look really, definitively, inarguably, and stereotypically «gay», rather than, you know, putting together a unique look, or something that’s necessarily the best look for you.
But hey — most of us go through a phase where that’s what we need, whether we’re coming to terms with our identity and being «out», or just moved to NYC and are paranoid that if we get something that isn’t from a boutique in the gayborhood, everyone will silently judge us and exclude us.
So, by all means, if your waist is 30″ or under (I’m really, seriously serious about that) and you dig it, and can afford it, go for it. Just be prepared to be mercilessly mocking the boys who do that after you’ve been around for a few years.
PS — the underwear ARE super sexy, but you can get them for a lot less online… and sometimes even at Century 21!
PPS — second star added for open bar events with sexy underwear models!

What to say about TAGG… other than they definitely carry some fresh and unique pieces of clothing! I came here for the first time in the summer of 2013 as I prepared for my Fire Island summer vacation, and I put down quite a nice amount of money on their bathing suits, shorts and tank tops. I still use all of the pieces I bought as they are just so comfortable and stylish. I also bought a beach bag here and even though the handle broke within one use, they took it back and repaired it for free within a week. So it was ready for my next turn Fire Island. They really take a lot of pride in their quality and the products they bring to the store. With the exception of their underwear, I would say most of it is unique and you might not find in many other stores in NYC.
Every now and then, they also host a open bar event while you shop, and if you sign up to their email service, they sporadically through sales that you mostly find out only through their emails. I come by often to look at what they have new to offer. Let me be clear, it’s not the cheapest pair of shorts you will find, but they are very stylish, comfortable and I can assure you will get plenty of uses form them, With most of the lines they carry, I would also suggest you try on the clothes before buying based on sizes as they tend to run smaller, so don’t be offended if you end up buying a large (the large is usually a regular medium).
They definitely know their products and have built a brand for themselves with the type of clothing you will find at the store! Keep it going TAGG! If only it were more affordable when it comes to teh clothing pieces, underwear is a very fair price.
Additionally, I know last year they opened up a shop at Fire Island, so if at the island and you forgot a to bring a bathing suit, I would recommend giving them a visit!

Great selection just not always the right sizes… I still am very glad they are in the hood and am very happy to stop by to check out the new stuff.
Stop by and take a look!

So they have one of the best selections of fun underwear here, as well as a bunch of nice looking clothing – even if it’s too expensive for someone just out of college. Find a coupon somewhere and make it a little easier, that’s what I did.
But the reason Tagg gets five stars is service. I purchased a hat a few days ago, and a small detail on it came undone, nothing that couldn’t be fixed with super glue or something, but i was still in the area and brought it back to see if i could just exchange it for another, since I had JUST purchased it. Turns out there weren’t any left in the color I wanted after much searching on behalf of the manager (?) so what did he do? He takes it next door and pays to have the detail re-​stitched to the hat. He was also delightfully sarcastic, very complimentary, and overall a joy to be around. So happy to have given this store my money.

Great selection of clothes but too bad you have to deal with gross rude sales queens.

Great clothes and accessories, along with a variety of unique gifts and fabulous ‘must-​haves’ for any young (or young at heart) guy who frequents the Hell’s Kitchen nightlife scene. In addition, the adorable looking staff offer gay-​friendly customer service that is helpful, and attitude-​free. The day-​to-​day prices are good, and the sales and mark-​downs are superb!

Cute stuff but the service is awful. No one greets you or even tries to help you. I’d rather go across the street to universal gear.

I have a friend who drags me here for what seems to be their weekly cocktail hours. The clothes are not well curated. They do have bits and pieces from designers that i care about (esp. accessories: Cast of Vices and Surface to Air hell i’ll be kind and even say SLVR) but most of the clothing is extremely pedestrian. Its like this store could be in a mall in the mid-​west somewhere and it was stocked with clothing by designers that people there think that we like here in NYC. I have actually spotted two things there (a diesel cologne and a pair of SLVR long gloves) and went home and found them online for literally a fraction of what they were charging. I understand that its a smaller boutique and normally i have no issue paying for that up charge of a curated collection (i.e. at OAK, Opening Ceremony, etc). I also do not get all of the sales and coupons that are sent and the poor calculating by the cashiers (my friend has bought several items and there is always a haggle over the final price). It almost comes off as bait and switch. Staff is as friendly as they are aloof. The guy who tends the bar set up in the middle is very nice. If anyone deserves commission, i felt he did, so i stuffed his tip jar. He was actually the only attractive on as well which is a surprise for the location/​target audience. They should really hire people who know how to sell and cross sell. but oh well. till next time.

I love the clothes at TAGG. I love an online bargain as much as the next ladyboy but trying things on with a sassy salesqueen who has opinions and knowledge of both the inventory and fashion is an unparalleled joy. Yes it’s expensive but I have done my research and if you factor in shipping and handling it’s about the same for these designers online.
I also think the store is curated well. That must be the handsome owner who seems quirky enough that I’d probably hate to work for him but I love flirting with him when I’m in there. He does a monthly party with a DJ, free Absolut vodka and steep discounts. I know. And yesterday, when I went in specifically to get a new swimsuit. Lo and behold the swimsuits were only 25% off when the invite to the sale said everything 50%. I half-​bitchily said why is the only thing I can’t wear for 3 months not on sale? He discounted the full 50% right there. That will make me go back for summer tanks
and stay away from Universal Gear across the street.

I kind of like this place. This little boutique carries an eclectic blend of cloths for the gay male or fashionable straight male including cute underwear and some themed t-​shirts. There is something for everyone in this little store if you look! Definitely worth taking a look at and seeing if there is anything in here for you. They have some really cute T-​shirts, bags, accesories, et al. Nice work. Cheers.

«You’re it»
I cannot fault this place for what it is. I will also give credit for being the first, or longest, standing mens apparel store in Hell’s Kitchen… which has been long overdue.
The assortment isn’t really anything to write home about. They tend to offer styles in myriads of colourways. Decent selection of underwear with fabrics and patterns that can be identified as unique. This is a lifestyle store as they offer all aspects of mens clothing and accessories. Scarves, bathing suits, bracelets, flip-​flops, polos, jeans, socks… it could be your one stop boutique. Exception is the product isn’t always amazing, especially combined with overall aesthetic of the store. At times it can feel cramped and the product gets lost. The buy could be a little more exclusive or accessible. I also understand the customer catered to here is not someone who probably shops at a store like Behavior which is much more risky and über trendy.
They have an awesome location on the corner but the buzz inside is usually pretty dismal. I did attend a reception here once and it was a bit more happening.
The fitting room looks a bit suspect, almost like an after thought. Unfortunately the staff continues to surprise me with their lack luster service. I have been in on more than one occasion and was barely greeted let alone had anyone try and create a customer relationship with me. Energy seems to be spent more on merchandising and banter with each other.
She best get on the clientelle band wagon because Universal Gear is opening up their second location up the street (where Adidas used to be). Hells Kitchen inhabitants would much rather *conveniently* come to TAGG then trek cross town to Bloomies or Saks. Just a thought.

I walked in here because I saw nice-​looking clothes through the window as I walked by. Once inside, I kept noticing flamboyantly designed tight-​whities and I realized the store is for gay men.
Still, nice clothes are nice clothes, so I kept looking around. Unfortunately, a lot of the gear here is pretty pricey and I wasn’t looking to throw away a couple hundred bucks, so I left.