19 Fashion Facts Every New Yorker Knows

Events generate close to $900 million for New York's economy, surpassing the NYC Marathon, the Super Bowl, and the US Open.

That makes for about 180,000 fashion jobs in New York alone.

At 87 years old, Bill was an American fashion photographer for The New York Times for nearly 40 years. He traveled all over New York, capturing stylish citygoers in their natural environment, paving the way for street style. He passed away in 2016 after a stroke.

From 1924-2009, Macy's held the record. Then the South Korean chain Shinsegae opened in Busan, stealing its title. Interestingly, Macy's began as R.H Macy Dry Goods and was originally located at Sixth Avenue and 14th Street.

Celebrity Scout Willis famously went topless in New York as part of her efforts to #FreeTheNipple on social media.

It's open to the public, and more than 100,000 people visit each year.

He famously showed his first collection to Fashion Director Dawn Mello, who allowed him to sell his products exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman.

It's actually a sister store to Bergdorf Goodman, owned by the same company. There's no need for an outpost in New York because as far as what's sold inside, they're pretty similar!

It was originally located on St. Marks Place, and Madonna, Tommy Hilfiger, and Iggy Azalea have all shopped there. It's now relocated to the East Village.