The Disenchanted Pose: If we were to suggest a title for the tableau above, depicting naked mannequins populating the thinly-veiled windows in the now-deserted outpost of Saks Fifth Avenue at Brookfield Place, it might be “Galatea on the Unemployment Line.” But unlike Pygmalio’s beloved creation, these statues, when clothed in size 0 never quite sprang to life. However, in the wake of Saks pulling up stakes, this back-lit nocturnal apparition never conjured up such potent allure as it does now. To our readers: What would you like to see in the space formerly occupied by Saks Fifth Avenue? What neighborhood amenities are lacking and how might they be addressed? Let us know editor@ebroadsheet.com Said one reader: “I think I speak for most of us when I say we’d like to replace Saks with Sacks of Trader Joe’s goods.” Another wrote: “Hi there. As a resident as well as real estate professional in the area for the past 12 years, I believe Trader Joes would be the perfect fit. BPC is desperate for a grocery store with good quality goods and at reasonable prices.” And another: “Would love to see a much needed post office, as well as Trader Joe’s.” And another: Hi! “The area is in desperate need for a quality grocery store. Trader Joes is the request from many!” |
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