Century 21 was a long-time staple for bargain shopping in Manhattan when it went belly up in 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, as of last week, the store has reopened and some locals see it as a sign of an economic recovery in New York City. 



<div class="block">Century 21 was a long-time staple for bargain shopping in Manhattan when it went belly up in 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, as of last week, the store has reopened and some locals see it as a sign of an economic recovery in New York City. </div>

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Century 21 Returns to NYC After Closing Early in Pandemic 

Welcome back, friends to wake up a cheddar and bake machado and I'm Shannon. Now, if you like Baker and you've ever shopped in Manhattan, you've definitely heard of Century 21. The department store that beloved people who love to find a bargain go to all the time. Well, in 2020 the flagship store closed down during the COVID pandemic. But guess what? Just a few days ago it reopened and what? Some are calling a sign of economic growth. Our reporter Ashley Masar checked it out. Century 21 in Manhattan is back. This was the scene when the store reopened its stores last week. I used to shop here all the time, baby shower, gifts, swimwear, coats, shoes, everything. So when they closed I cried, the store has a rabid following and a storied past it first opened in 1961 and down in 2001 for six months because of damage. After 9 11, the store filed for bankruptcy in 2020 due to the pandemic but was able to reopen in a hopeful sign of economic recovery. It's a sign of normalcy. It's a sign of the return of retail. The return of New York. I think it is a draw for New Yorkers and visitors down to the downtown area to New York City. I have one day in New York. Actually, I only have a few hours before my flight back to the west Coast and I decided to come to Century 21. The sales strategy moving forward is to focus less on mass brands such as Tommy Hilfiger and Michael Coors and focus more on high end prestige like Chanel and Versace. The Chanel bag is actually priced down by $1500. It's in good condition and I would love to have it, but I can't afford it. Enthusiastic. Shoppers are scooping up bargain designer duds quickly. But store officials say new shipments are coming in as fast as items are flying off the shelves. If you can't make it in person, online shopping will be available this summer. Ashley Mastronardi Chatter news.