New York City Chinatown

So long as authenticity doesn’t concern you, Chinatown is the perfect place to bargain hunt. You can find Asian imports, $5 burned CDs, and a convincing copy of that Chloe bag you’ve been eyeing. If you’re really lucky, you might even find legitimate designer goods discounted to a fraction of their original price. The shopper with a meticulous eye will have a heyday along Canal St.

Find Outlet, 229 Mott St. (☎212-226-5167; www.findoutlet.com), between Prince and Spring St. S 6 to Spring St. This outlet sells wares from Nolita boutiques at a discount—often 50-80%. Designer jeans $55, down from $225. Open daily noon-7pm, sometimes until 11pm in summer. Second location at 361 W 17th St. (☎212-243-3177).
Pearl River, 277 Canal St. (☎212-431-4770), at Broadway. S J, M, N, Q, R, W, Z, 6 to Canal St. This Chinese department store sells all the basic necessities, along with a few hard-to-find luxuries: satin slippers ($20), Mandarin-style dresses ($50), and fancy bamboo birdcages ($75). Open daily 10am-7:30pm.