Nordstrom's quality brand-name clothes at bargain-basement prices.

by Robyn Galbos

In Short
Home to Nordstrom's overstock and occasional factory irregulars, the Rack draws fans of the upscale department store with brand-name apparel (DKNY, Kenneth Cole, Lucky Brand) that is as much as 75 percent off original retail prices. Shoppers snatch up clothing, home accessories and bath products, but the ever-changing shoe selection is a big draw: Customers try on shoes from the racks, then head to a counter where a salesperson retrieves the mates.

01/12/03

At least four pairs!

by pozer_007

Can't ever get out of here without buying four pairs! I love this store and don't know anyone who doesn't!

11/16/02

Best in the Country!

by spinto1

I am a native Northwesterner who has been living in New England for the past 7 years - but my heart belongs to Seattle. My favorite store of all time is The downtown Seattle Rack. I have numerous pieces of clothing that I purchased as many as 15 years ago that are still classic, sheek, and in good condition. I get regular compliments. There was even a wonderful Russian cobler employee who took some boots I purchased there and custom fit them to me (he added some padded leather to support my ankles. This was during a terrible snow storm. I needed some hip boots that wouldn't let the snow in.) That was seven years ago and I still get compliments each time I wear them!

• Pros: price, quality, selection
• Cons: can be crowded, busy, takes a lot of energy