The birthplace of the billion-dollar NYC fashion industry and home to Macy's, the largest department store in the world, the Garment District has played a key role in NYC's influence upon the world's fashion. Bordered by 42nd Street in the north, 34th in the south, 9th Avenue in the west and 5th in the east, the Garment District has been the United State’s hub for fashion manufacturing and design since the early 1900s.
Originally the largest contributor to NYC's manufacturing sector, the fashion industry's headquarters, showrooms, and fabric supply stores remain in the Garment District today, even as most of the factories have been converted into residential condos or commercial offices.
- Hi-rise:
- Tall elevator building. Usually with a doorman and over 15 stories high.
