Manhattan’s Upper East Side is famously picturesque, but its charm is never stronger than on a weekday morning in early fall. The streets are free of weekend park crowds, and the sun is at its best. Now there’s another good reason to head Uptown: Sézane’s newest store, a layered, vintage-inspired space that’s part showroom and part boutique, recently opened on Madison Avenue. It’s the brand’s third L’Appartement in New York and the first U.S. retail project from Saint-Germain-des-Prés-based interior design studio Pierre Lacroix. Created together with founder Morgane Sézalory, it was designed to feel more like a Parisian home than a traditional retail space. The interiors don’t disappoint—the fitting room opens with a bubblegum-pink velvet sofa and matching walls, the long display table in the main room is styled with design books and flowers, and vintage furniture is everywhere. When I visited the store on one of those early fall weekday mornings to browse the brand’s fall collection, the first thing I noticed was the checkout counter, probably the most beautiful checkout counter I’ve ever seen: lacquered burgundy, topped with a slab of veined marble in shades of eggplant, accented with chrome. The second thing I noticed was smaller: a tiny dog named Rocky, barreling toward me in search of a treat. (A sadly temporary feature, as he was only in town for the opening.) As for the fall collection, it also feels perfectly suited to its new home in New York. There’s a focus on sharp tailoring and luxurious materials, from fuzzy mohair to rich suede, with a palette that reflects the changing leaves in nearby Central Park. My standout category was outerwear—a key interest for any New Yorker dealing with increasingly unpredictable temperatures—with both transitional pieces and heavier, winter-ready coats on the racks. Here’s everything I tried on from Sézane’s newest line in its newest location. Caped Coats The earliest version of Sézane was actually a vintage resale platform; fast forward 20 years, and references to past decades are still clear in the ready-to-wear. Whether it’s a circa-1950s scarf coat or caped designs from the 1930s, the outerwear in this collection draws on classic silhouettes. It’s been a week since my visit to the store, and I’m still thinking about the Lior: a cape-trench hybrid with a removable belt, dramatic cuffs, and a perfect shade of greige that almost makes you wish for a rainy day just to have an occasion to wear it (almost). The Matthias, a chocolate brown wool coat with a removable scarf, will come in handy as soon as November hits—it can’t be puffer coats 24/7. Sometimes, you need a little glamour. Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Sézane Lior coat $415 SÉZANE Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Sézane Matthias coat $540 SÉZANE Wishy Skirts While we’re discussing fall wardrobe basics, ’tis the season for long woolen skirts. The Orlane, an A-line midi that also comes in black, is lined and made from 100% wool—wear it with knee-high boots to stay warm as temperatures dip. A slim-fit turtleneck will always be my preference to balance out a fuller silhouette, but a button-down would also work for a polished look (and luckily, Sézane has many). Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Sézane Mathieu jumper $135 SÉZANE Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Sézane Orlane skirt $195 SÉZANE A Really Great Pair of Khakis Showing an enthusiasm previously unknown to anyone who isn’t a suburban dad, I fell hard for a pair of khakis. The pair in question: mid-rise, perfectly starched, wide-legged. (I sized up for a baggier fit, and it’s worth mentioning that with the lower rise this allowed, the 32-inch inseam was long enough for my 5’10” frame.) It’s an excellent fall trouser—it works with baggy sweaters and slim layers alike,and seems destined for a loafer.

Autumnal Outerwear, Revisited

There’s a brief but beautiful window of weather here in New York—cold enough that you have to layer, but not so freezing that you arrive at your destination half-frozen. This in-between season is where Sézane shines. I found plenty of lightweight jackets to try on in the store, but these two—a classic mac coat and a rich terracotta suede—make a complete outfit on their own.

Colorful Knits

You can’t leave a Sézane shop without browsing its sweater bar—a pharmacy of knitwear in every color and style, showcasing some of the brand’s best-known pieces, from thick wool pullovers to soft cardigans. (At the Upper East Side location, it doubles as an accent wall in the back room, a floor-to-ceiling display of technicolor textiles.) This season, the sleeves got super-sized: The James, an off-the-shoulder rib knit in a delicious cranberry color, and the Jeanne, a mohair piece so lush it convinced me to wear yellow, were two standouts.

Modern Shirting

Embroidered collars, ruffled sleeves, eyelet cuffs, mother-of-pearl buttons… the shirting department here is vast and an endless source of options for anyone unimpressed by a basic button-down. I took a sharp turn out of my comfort zone (I am, in fact, continually impressed by a basic button-down) and tried on something of a sculptural showpiece. The Tazia has puffy sleeves, a starchy, rounded collar, and an oversized front tie that you can fasten into a ribbon or leave undone; for everyday, I’d probably pair it with jeans, but the olive color of these trousers is nice for fall.

Complete your fall look from Sézane:

Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs Just Browsing Sézanes Parisian Store on the Upper East Side

The Basics

What is Sézane
A French fashion brand founded in Paris in 2013 by Morgane Sézalory Its known for effortless vintageinspired clothing shoes and accessories at midrange prices

Where exactly is the store
On Madison Avenue on the Upper East Side of Manhattan Check Sézanes website for the exact address and current hours before you go

Is this Sézanes first New York store
No Sézane opened its first US store in SoHo in 2018 The Upper East Side location is a newer addition bringing the brands Parisian aesthetic further uptown

What does Just Browsing mean in this context
Its a playful nod to the stores welcoming vibe youre free to wander in look around and soak up the atmosphere without pressure to buy

Shopping There

Do I need an appointment
No Walkins are welcome during regular business hours That said weekends and launch days get busy so go early if you want a calmer experience

Whats the store actually like inside
Warm and homey rather than sleek and minimal Think French apartment bookshelves vintage furniture soft lighting and cozy fitting rooms Its designed to feel like browsing someones chic Paris flat

What can I buy there
Womens readytowear shoes bags jewelry and small accessories Inventory rotates with seasonal collections and limited drops

Are the prices the same as online
Yes pricing matches Sézanes website You wont pay a premium for shopping instore

Can I try things on
Yes there are fitting rooms Staff are generally helpful about grabbing different sizes

Practical Tips

Whens the best time to visit
Weekday mornings or early afternoons Avoid Saturday afternoons and the first few days of a new collection drop when lines can form

Do they carry the full online selection
No Stores carry a curated selection and popular sizes sell out fast If you have your heart set on something specific check stock online first or ask an associate