We have become all too familiar with department stores' gift card shopping incentives. You spend as much as you can for the opportunity to receive a gift card for a later purchase. More often than not, you get your gift card and think that you're going to save it to buy something special. By the time you commit to the purchase, the gift card is expired. It's all very disappointing.
Good thing, Saks Fifth Avenue is offering a promotion that doesn't require to use a gift card at a future date. Depending on how much money you spend, you can save money off your purchase right now. The promotion is only available online. Use the code FORMESF at checkout to engage the savings.
The breakdown is:
Spend $250, save $50
Spend $450, save $100
Spend $700, save $175
Spend $1000, save $250
In the past, there were nearly no restrictions on this promotion but this season. This go-round we had to search for brands that are included. (You know it's going to take some serious looking when even Michael Kors opts out.) The most attractive designer options include Balmain, Gianvitto Rossi, Manolo Blahnik, Aviator Nation,Rachel Comey, and some various others.
While you're browsing, don't miss the sale merchandise. We found these Gianvitto Rossi mules for $193 from $645, The Row low boot for $476 from $1200 and Moncler rain boots $223 from $425. Take note, the promotional savings can't be applied towards sale merchandise.
The code is valid through Friday. The next Saks promotion is one of those tricky gift cards....
It's hard to believe that Summer is already over. Normally, September is a dead month for sample sales but there appears to be a blooming calendar this season. We aren't sure if the proliferation of September sales is a sign of a shifting economy or the expanding sample sale business but only time will tell.
We've exclusively listed the sample sales that we think are worthy of your time and effort. These are only sales we explicitly endorse. The post will continue to be updated throughout the month. You can also follow along on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook to get quick and immediate updates or check Shopdrop for a complete list of all New York sample sales. Feel free to ask questions and leave feedback in the comments section, so that everyone can benefit from the 'Spy' network.
Robert Clergerie Robert Clergerie's inaugural sample sale will include a variety of shoes and boots priced up to 80% off. Most styles will fall within the range of $75 to $285 from retail prices of $350 to $900. We will be sure to add more analysis as details emerge.
Tuesday, September 10 through Thursday, September 12
Tues & Wed 8am-8pm, Thurs 8am-3pm
The Metropolitan Pavilion, 123 West 18 Street, 5th Floor
Alexandre Birman This will be Alexandre Birman's first sample sale in New York. Two years ago the brand hosted a sample sale on Gilt and prices were discounted 60% off. We can't prognosticate this sale's discounts but take note of what styles have been reduced by retailers and to what price. There has been a lot.
Wednesday, September 11 through Sunday, September 15
Wed 9am-8pm, Thur to Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm
450 West 14th Street
Oscar de la Renta We always look forward to the ODLR sample sale. The assortment is consistently good and prices can be amazing if you look in the right places. Past sales included a great assortment of almost all designer's categories including dresses, gowns, coats, day-wear, skirts, furs, jewelry, belts, bags, shoes, kids clothing, and bridal gowns. Most items were priced between 70% and 90% off retail. Belts and jewelry were 80% off and some shoes were priced as little as $20. You can click over to the post from last season to read more details.
Tuesday, September 17 through Sunday, September 22
Tues 10am-8pm, Wed to Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm
151 Wooster Street
Global Fashions Valentino Sale Global Fashions is the official luxury distributor for several Italian designer brands. The showroom will be opening its doors to the public for a Fall sample sale. Expect to find a variety of Italian designers and even some great classics. Discounts will range from 50% to 80% off. Stay tuned for more details or click over to see pictures from the last sale.
Tuesday, September 24 through Thursday September 26
9am-6pm daily
49 West 38th Street
We all wait eagerly forward to November's first markdowns but how exciting would it be if you could get similar discounts today? Italist has already started to chisel away at prices on Fall '19 merchandise. The additional savings on top of the currency difference adds to some big savings. You might even go as far as saying it's as good as first markdown.
Italist's prices may not seem so discounted when you are looking at the site straight on. We suggest you do a search on Net-A-Porter or Neiman Marcus to get an accurate retail price. We don't need to wait until November to pull the trigger. We can start enjoying now....
There are only a couple beach days left before the unofficial end of Summer. It's just about time to put down the White Claw and it's not a moment too soon because that stuff is actually disgusting. I would love to say that I'm still hunting for ultra reduced bikinis and sandals but I've had my fill. We are now turning our attention towards transitional items that get us excited for a new fashion season.
The most fashion forward are clamoring for Bottega's Pouch and we just found the nude back in stock. More price conscious shoppers are grabbing the Mansur Gavriel look-alike version that's $400 or about 80% less expensive. The fashion dupe is already sold out at Bergedorf Goodman and isn't expected to be restocked until December. You can still snag one from Ssense in black or pink. (Now sold out.) Don't wait until everyone gets back from extended vacation-- those will be gone too.
Below is a list of some of the most noteworthy items I found. Keep checking back and I will add more. (P.S. The Fashionphile pics aren't working. You can use the links above):
The Labor Day promotions are beginning to roll in and even European sites are trying to get a piece of the action. Today, MyTheresa started a shopping incentive where reduced merchandise is an extra 30% off. You can add the code FREEDEL for free shipping.
MyTheresa isn't known for their dramatic markdowns but they always have a great assortment. The additional discount brings many items down to about 50% off and there are lots of great options for Fall.
For those who have been on the prowl, MyTheresa has the Bottega Tote that seems to gaining Instagram fame. There are also some Pouch options, including black.
The promotion ends August 30th. Don't be discouraged if an item isn't as reduced as you would like. Just put it in your shopping cart and wait. Sometimes stalking is more fun than the shopping....
We've hit that point of the Summer that we couldn't even consider another white gossamer dress -- regardless of price. Summer shopping is kind of over but we fully condone taking a discount opportunity to start Fall shopping.
Farfetch just started an incentive where you can save an additional 30% off already reduced merchandise. You can use the code FX30 to engage the discount.
Among the clothing is this Rosie Assoulin dress that comes to $411 from over $1900. (You can pair it with a denim jacket and it's Fall appropriate.) Speaking of which, this dip-dyed denim jacket is $90 from $417. This Josie Natori embroidered denim trench is a very special piece and is priced at $450 from $2426.
There is really a a huge assortment of items in the sale section. It takes time to scroll but you have some time. The promotion runs through September 9....
Everyone on the SLT-AKT-FLY circuit needs to listen up because styling for your Barry's Bootcamp or Orange Theory takes a lot more than showing up. A great workout outfit is the best accessory to your toned muscles. Scoring a great look for a discount is even a bigger triumph.
Bandier just started a sale where reduced merchandise is discounted an extra 50% off. The selection includes a large verity of athleisure clothing, workout wear, outerwear, sportswear, sneakers and accessories. The selection is very good and the prices are about what you would find at a Bandier sample sale but without the hassle.
It's hard to get excited about any shopping considering all of our attention is focused on soaking in the last days of Summer. I really try to direct my attention towards the kids and create memories that will withstand a decade of time.
That doesn't nullify the need for a relaxing scroll. Right now, you will still be able to find a few interesting items within the sale assortment at Saks Fifth Avenue. The discounts are up to 75% off. Revolve also has some major markdowns upwards of 70% off. Intermix recently added some late Summer arrivals to its sale section too.
This week, I'm most excited about finding a replacement for Drybar's discontinued sparkle hairspray It's taken me weeks of testing and trying assorted products but this Unicorn hairspray ($16) offers the perfect sparkle mist to add extra glow to the golden hour or any other hour of the day or night.
Below is a compilation of a few of my favorite items that I've purchased, carted or agonized over. I will be sure to update this post as I scroll uncover more impulse purchases.
