Inga's Once Is Not Enough

Best for: Women’s couture at a bargain.

High fashion at low prices—relatively speaking—draws socialites and professionals to this consignment shop. So does former fashion consultant Inga Guen, who loves giving makeovers. Chanel, Christian Lacroix, D&G, Prada, Valentino, YSL, and other top couturiers run about one-tenth retail. A $4,000 suit by Akris (Condi’s fave) was $400, a $1,200 cashmere Hermès top $184. A score of Manolo Blahniks and Hermès bags attest to Inga’s shoe and purse passion. Not everything is previously worn: Many items are new with tags. Beaded gowns, furs (about 75 percent off), and power suits are geared to women of a certain age, but Inga also stocks a few more youthful lines.