As a New Yorker, I like to think that diversity of interests abounds in my city. But in attempting to separate ourselves from other locales, certain uniformities often emerge, begging the question: are we different in the same way? Obviously, I’m generalizing here, but sometimes it can be comforting to know that like-minded individuals flock to the same regions. And let’s not forgo environmental factors—weather, lifestyle, etc., etc.—which streamline our manner of dressing. The RealReal’s Annual Resale Report revealed that cities’ residents are more alike than we think. We’ve asked them to pull stats across a range of the United States’ most populous cities. The results are highly satisfying—it’s like reading your latest horoscope or decoding your assigned enneagram.
Manhattan: High Value Heaven
Brooklyn: Trend Setters Only
#1 for Skirts
Top Brands: Prada, Marni, Chanel
Washington D.C.: Peak Arm Party
#1 for Bangle Bracelets
Top Brands: Hermès, Tiffany & Co., Cartier
Miami: Leisure Land
#1 for Day Dresses
Top Brands: Missoni, Pucci, Zimmerman
Houston: Party City
#1 for Evening Dresses
Top Brands: Gucci, Oscar de la Renta, Valentino
Chicago: Layer Land
#1 for Moncler Outerwear
Top Brands: Moncler, Canada Goose, Burberry
Seattle: Cozy Town
#1 for Knitwear
Top Brands: Brunello Cucinelli, Loro Piana, Khaite
San Francisco: Quiet Luxury Capital
#1 for Stud Earrings
Top Brands: Tiffany & Co., Chanel, Dior
Los Angeles: Selling Central
#1 for Gen Z Consignors
Top Brands: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Fendi
Dallas: Old Money Mecca
#1 for Highest Order Values
Top Brands: Chanel, Hermès, Tiffany
Charleston: Southern Charm
#1 for Cocktail Rings
Top Brands: Hermes & David Yurman
Boston: Accessorizers
#1 for Hermes Scarves
Top Brands: #1 Hermes; runners up - Gucci + Louis Vuitton
Philadelphia: City Walkers
#1 for Heeled Sandals
Top Brands: Louboutin, Bottega Veneta, Fendi
Las Vegas: Party Dressing
#1 for Mini Dresses
Top Brands: Balmain, Dolce & Gabbana
Denver: Cozy Weekend
#1 for Casual Jackets and Lightweight Layering
Top Brands: Max Mara, Brunello Cucinelli
Austin: Vintage Collector
#1 for Vintage Tops & Jackets, Link Bracelets
Top Brands: Vintage Chanel, Prada, Gucci
Nashville: Outfit Completers
#1 for Sunglasses
Top Brand: Saint Laurent
Atlanta: Polished Dressing
#1 for Pumps
Top Brands: Jimmy Choo, Valentino, Louis Vuitton