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From New York to Paris, "shopping concierges" make weekend sprees a breeze. At the Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park (50 Central Park S.; 800/241-3333; www.ritzcarlton.com; packages from $2,475, including stay), travel in chauffeur-driven style on a daylong expedition with former fashion editor Kathleen Beckett. Expect private consultations with designers such as Miguel Adrover and Proenza Schouler.
The personal shopper at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago (120 E. Delaware Place; 800/332-3442; www.fourseasons.com; doubles from $320) will plot a customized buying tour and accompany those who need second opinions.
If you long for that Parisian look, try the three-day Je Ne Sais Quoi Package at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée (25 Ave. Montaigne, Paris; 800/223-6800; www.plaza-athenee-paris.com; package from $2,285, including stay), complete with hairstyling and makeup applications and a guided shopping tour.
—Adriana Gardella
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