Department Stores — Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Saks

Get to know New York's three legendary department stores — each with over a century of history and a genuinely different shopping identity. This course covers each flagship's story, architecture, and a few surprising recent developments.

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The history and scale of Macy's Herald Square, the largest department store in the US
A very recent discovery behind Macy's iconic red shopping bag sign
What's true (and not) about Macy's store closure plans
Bloomingdale's Art Deco history and its role pioneering in-store designer boutiques
What sets Saks Fifth Avenue apart, including its famous holiday light show
How the three stores compare in price point and shopping experience

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Department Stores — Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Saks

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Department Stores — Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Saks

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