The Manhattan flagship store of Saks Fifth Avenue has introduced an intriguing new fragrance: marijuana.
According to a stylist interviewed by The Post, the shoe department of the high-end flagship store had an unusual scent on a recent weekday afternoon. Instead of the typical smell of Manolo Blahnik leather, it had the aroma of a head shop.
According to a stylist who preferred to remain anonymous, entering a luxury department store where the scent of Chanel perfume once wafted through the air, only to now be replaced by the smell of marijuana, is quite disconcerting. (The Post has attempted to contact Saks for a statement on the matter.)
However, she openly confessed, “The entire New York City seems to emit the smell of marijuana. It’s not just restricted to Saks; it’s prevalent at Bloomingdales, in cinemas, and so on. The high-end shopping experience is slowly disappearing.”
According to The Post, witnesses have reported audacious New Yorkers smoking joints on the F train, using vape pens on the Hampton Jitney, and even lighting up in high-end restaurants like Carbone and Nobu 57.
During her match at the US Open, Maria Sakkari, a tennis player, expressed her dissatisfaction with the strong smell that was present. According to her, the odor was that of weed, and it was quite overwhelming. She had no choice but to endure the smell during the game, but it was definitely a distraction for her.
After securing a win on Tuesday, Alexander Zverev informed the press that Court 17 had a strong resemblance to Snoop Dogg’s living room. He further added that the pungent smell of weed permeated the entire court. According to USTA representative Chris Widmaier, it is unclear whether the marijuana odor originated from within the stadium or drifted over from another area of Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Widmaier’s comments were reported by the New York Times.
Since 2021, marijuana has been legal in New York State, much like tobacco. However, smoking or vaping either substance is not allowed in public indoor spaces, parks, beaches, sports arenas, or on public transportation and stations.
Despite the $50 fine, not everyone is deterred from breaking the rule.
While on the F train in downtown Manhattan, a young man was seen casually smoking a joint by a reporter from The Post on Tuesday morning. This occurrence comes just a week after witnessing two individuals passing a doobie on the same line, highlighting the prevalence of marijuana use in public spaces.
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According to Jeffrey, a 38-year-old Brooklyn resident, a woman was smoking marijuana on the G train last Saturday, and no one dared to tell her to stop. He described her attitude as “I do whatever I want” and felt hesitant to confront her, fearing for his safety. “I don’t want to get stabbed,” he explained, highlighting the concern that many subway riders have when it comes to speaking up against such behavior.
Likewise, a New Yorker headed towards the Hamptons, who preferred to remain anonymous, witnessed an individual using a marijuana pen while on the Hamptons Jitney not too long ago.
According to the person from Manhattan, the venue was only about twenty-five percent occupied and there was a man sitting at the front. The individual appeared to be smoking from a pen.
According to The Post, MTA officials have stated that it is the primary responsibility of the NYPD to monitor the subway system for any instances of smoking.
According to the data obtained by The Post, NYPD officers have issued a total of 8,216 violations related to smoke, open flame, and vaping as of Sunday in 2023.
During the same time period in 2022, there were only 4,331, which makes the current number of 8,204 an impressive 89.7% increase.
According to data provided by the NYPD, the number of criminal summonses issued for smoking on MTA trains and facilities has surged by 112.9% this year. As of Sunday, there were 692 summonses issued, compared to 325 during the same time period last year.
There is a growing concern among some individuals that business owners may be hesitant to enforce regulations for fear of being labeled as prohibitionists. Additionally, there is a sense that government officials are not doing enough to support these regulations, leaving business owners to navigate the complex and often confusing landscape of compliance on their own.
According to David G. Evans, the organizer of the group Cannabis Industry Victims Seeking Justice, Gov. Hochul should be held accountable for promoting marijuana use and facilitating the establishment of marijuana stores. Evans expressed his concern that such actions could have a negative impact on the community, and he firmly believes that they are not in the best interest of anyone.
Sammy Musovic, the owner of Sojourn and Sojourn Social located on the Upper East Side, has recently been forced to put up No Smoking signs in response to the increasing number of people smoking cannabis.
According to The Post, smoking of weed pens has become a common occurrence in the bar area, and it has been happening frequently. One of the bar staff, Musovic, revealed that customers often complain about it, and they try to discreetly smoke under the table. However, when the staff receives complaints, they politely request the customers to take it outside to avoid causing discomfort to other patrons.
During a recent lunch at the popular West Village restaurant, Carbone, one diner (who wishes to remain anonymous out of fear of being banned from reservation books) witnessed two customers vaping and noticed smoke and the smell of marijuana.
According to a source, during a lunch break two weeks ago, two individuals were spotted smoking marijuana using a pen. The source detected the distinct odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vicinity.
According to a source, the act of smoking was done in a discreet manner, while the individuals were enjoying their drinks. Despite the effort to conceal it, the smoke was still visible and the scent was noticeable. The source also mentioned that it is a challenging task to regulate such behavior, and when contacted for comment, Carbone did not respond.
According to another patron, they claim to have witnessed individuals smoking at the upscale Japanese restaurant, Nobu 57, located in Midtown.
According to Stratis Morfogen, the owner of Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, he doesn’t allow smoking inside his restaurant. However, he sees the benefits of having stoners as customers, especially when they come in hungry. It’s a win-win situation for both the customers and the business.
“According to him, the combination of dumplings and weed is a perfect match. He humorously added that it is beneficial for their business.”
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