I've been a NM shopper/peruser all my life, but I was very disappointed to see that they are tethering the handbags. The sales associate said it was due to theft, which I thought could have been better managed in a more discreet and customer complimentary way. While I was in looking at the handbags with my sister I spotted a pair of Prada shoes that I thought would be perfect for the winter resort climate while I'm in AZ . My sister talked me out of them due to their weight, a bit on the heavy side. Of course she bought the bag and proceeded to have that look as if she was a cat who just ate a canary, especially after each admiring comment from passer-by's and the hostess/server at lunch. Needless to say, as each sunny day passed I decided I really must go back and purchase those shoes, which I must say look fabulous.
I HATE the cosmetics department, no service, even when you spend $30 on a lipstick, they act as if it is beneath them to ring up the sale. I don't like the way they stand around together talking and then act as if you are disturbing something important. They also seem to lack the stock on the latest and greatest seasonal collections. SFA is much more attentive and friendly, but I must always check NM for that coveted find.