Toy Stores: F.A.O Schwarz
Frederick August Otto Schwarz, namesake of the world-famous retailer FAO Schwarz and his three brothers from Westphalia, Germany founded FAO Schwarz more than 145 years ago. Today, FAO Schwarz has evolved from a simple toy store into a must-see world-famous experience. Their three stores, catalogs and website enchant their customers and ensure memories that last a lifetime.
In 1862, the four Schwarz brothers operated their first shop in Baltimore, Maryland. From there, three of the brothers ventured forth to each open their own Schwarz “Toy Bazaar” in Philadelphia, Boston and New York. The FAO Schwarz New York location was destined to dominate the family business - though each set the standard for quality service and products from Europe’s finest toy resources. In 1876, FAO Schwarz issued its first catalogue exclusively for their loyal clientele. In 1880 after ten years on 9th and Broadway, FAO Schwarz moved to larger quarters in New York’s Union Square, which was then the fashionable shipping hub housing such stores as Tiffany and other fine retailers.
From the newest, hottest toys, to classic standbys, FAO Schwarz stocks every type of toy you could dream of, and perhaps some you haven’t even considered.
With F.A.O Schwarz,
You can build your own Tutu Couture:
In this special online boutique you can design your very own Tutu, and the seamstresses at Tutu Couture will hand-make it just for you.
You can make your own monster:
Make all those imaginary monsters come to life with the Make-My-Own-Monster Custom Design Kit. They’ve partnered with the talented designers and artisans at the North American Bear Co. to offer this extraordinary chance to design your very own one-of-a-kind monster.
You can become a fashion designer:
Every girl dreams of being a fashion designer. Now she can actually design her own clothes.
It all begins with the Designer’s Portfolio, which includes everything a young designer needs to begin the process, including fabric swatches, pencils, sketchpad, and a questionnaire for her and her parents to capture the details. She will choose from swatches of organza, taffeta, charmeuse, chiffon, and other fabrics to decide on her ideal material.
You can be a comic book creator:
You can create personilzed comic books, with your favourite characters.
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