Club Report 2014: Everything You Need To Know About NYC's Top Nightclubs

Provocateur, 18 9th Ave, New York, NY 10014 Door Rating: 7 Average Attendee: Europeans, models, (and rich men up to twice their age) Celeb You’ll Probably See: Notable DJs Provocateur is aptly named. With dark pink and purple lighting and scantily-clad dancers, the club is by all means provocative. “Provoc” bears a strong resemblance to a dimly lit lingerie store. [Photo Via @katiefelter] Everything from the black lace that lines the walls, to the LED angel-wing centerpiece and the neon light heart that greets you upon arrival, creates an ambiance of femininity. Don’t expect to party hop from Up & Down to Provocateur in one night, as Provoc is most definitely a suit & tie and heels & dress kind of club. [Photo via @katyataran] Uniquely, Provoc has a separate lounge and club area. In the club, prepare to hear EDM from some of the world’s top DJs, while the lounge plays more indie tracks. Don’t expect to show up to Provocateur without some sort of connection. The doormen are more than happy to turn away even the richest nobodies. [Photo via @mbenayoun]