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Elegant Tightwad

545 8th Ave, Suite 401, New York City, NY 10018
Ranked #102 of 198 tours in New York City
4.0 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Dress like a diva, shop like a tightwad! Join NYC's original Garment Center Wholesale Shopping Tour. We've been taking shoppers behind the scenes in...... more » Owner description: Dress like a diva, shop like a tightwad! Join NYC's original Garment Center Wholesale Shopping Tour. We've been taking shoppers behind the scenes in the NYC Garment District since 2002 where they buy current season designer duds at wholesale and below. Other tours include East Village Bargainista, Uptown Consignment Crawl, and Accessory Addict & Customized Private Tours for your group or organization of 1 – 100 people. We’ve been seen on CBS, CNN, & media outlets worldwide. « less
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JLAnnie
New Jersey
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2012

Went on the Garment District tour with a friend. We had a blast! Lou was our tour guide and was very sweet. My friend bought five or six bags of clothes, for her work and to attend two weddings. I purchased a fur vest that I had wanted to buy at home. I paid $258. on the tour, at home... More

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bargainhunter777
New York City, New York
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012

Was absolutely appalled by the rude and unprofessional way my scheduling was handled. The representative cancelled my appointment then refused to honor my LivingSocial deal on the only reschedule date that would have worked for me. Worse, her tone was hostile and accusatory, despite all my efforts to remain calm and polite -- beginning with 'Who asked you to wait... More

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kmk103
schenectady
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39 reviews
12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2011

My mom and I went on this tour and Lou took us all over the place! We had a fantastic time and there really is something for everyone. We had a group of 10 ladies and I think everyone found something. The group was great, the tour guide was wonderful, and all of the private showrooms that I never knew... More

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ShopQueen_11
Columbus, Ohio
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 2, 2011

I am a seasoned shopper and this has got to be the best shopping experience I have ever had. These showrooms are closed to the public so you get individual attention you may not receive at a public sample sale. We covered all categories of accessories: handbags, jewelry, hair accessories, belts, scarves and sunglasses. Take cash, that was the easiest... More

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sberry20
Washington, DC
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2011

Lou my tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable, helpful and just a nice person. We went to 6 shops and found a wide variety of items as well as prices. Really something for everyone, I walked away very happy at the end of the afternoon having made several great purchases. The showrooms were really cool, a great NYC adventure. Would... More

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scphil21
Orange County, CA
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4 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2011

For my wife's first trip to NYC I surprised her with a couples' shopping tour. She loves to shop and loved every minute of our tour. Pam the owner really does a good job of assessing the shoppers and tailoring the tour for the right price range, designs, and sizes. Lou our tour guide was very informative and helpful, giving... More

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KathyKalinowski
Fairfax, Virginia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2011

We loved the tour we took of the garment district. It was phenomenal > and especially given that we were a group of four sisters in ages from > 50-70 with different styles, sizes and budgets and yet we all found > several delightful items that we treasure. Lou our guide was > outstanding. We really appreciate that she was... More

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barginseaker
Fullerton, California
1 review
2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2011
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The showrooms we visited looked more like closet rooms. At the most 3 racks of stuff to rummage from. Trust me when I say prices WERE NOT at wholesale or below...Even for NY...OK looking stuff was Never under $45. and the nice stuff was in the hundreds! I never saw realy trendy clothing or clothes suitable for anyone under the... More

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Pamela Parisi, Owner at Elegant Tightwad, responded to this review
March 17, 2011

We are so sorry you did not enjoy your time with us. We strive to provide the best product possible for the highest percentage of our customers. Had you contacted us before posting this we would have done everything in our power to make it up to you. Having said that, we feel we must point our the inaccuracies of... More

MalibuCindy
Canfield, OH
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2011

The Garment District Tour is heaven for any fashionista or shopaholic! It's perfect for anyone who appreciates having clothes no one else at home has and getting them at a great price. My group even met some of the designers. I feel so glamorous when I wear the items the designer said looked great on me (and believe me, they'll... More

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Shopqwueen
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4 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2011

I enjoyed the tour. We went to 5 showrooms. Our tour guide Lou was extremely helpful and constantly offered her help with shopping. I bought a suede jacket, lots of fur accessories and jackets, all at below retail and it was worth the time I took off from work. Plus, the other ladies were so friendly and we had dinner... More

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