Inside: Rent the Runway Sample Sale
Bloomingdales Friends and Family Sale
The Bloomingdales friends and family sale begins Monday online. Shoppers can save 20% with the code FRIENDS. Those looking for an in-store Bloomingdales experience can begin shopping using the discount on Tuesday.
This season, the designer exclusion list doesn’t seem overly extensive. The discounts can be applied to brands like, Ferragamo, Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Mochino and Rachel Roy.
Take note, that this discount can be stacked onto already reduced merchandise. For instance, this Helmut Lang Blazer with white piping is already 50% off or $310 from $620. After the friends and family discount, the jacket is $230. This Elizabeth and James midi skirt comes to under $200 from $325 and this Clover Canyon one shoulder flower print dress comes to about $200 from $360.
The friends and family sale ends online and in stores on Sunday, October 5th. There’s also free shopping on all orders over $150, which shouldn’t be hard to reach.
3.1 Phillip Lim Sample Sale
Starting tomorrow, Philip Lim is hosting a sample sale where past season’s clothing, shoes and accessories are discounted up to 70% off. Today, we spied a sneak peak at the sale and were excited by the assortment of fashion opportunities.
The most popular items are the handbags, of course. Prices range from $200 for a small Pashli to $450 for a large Ryder satchel. We suggest grabbing one of the exotic clutches, which is an amazing deal at just $150. Shoes may even be more attractive, priced at just $100 a pair.
The clothing is mostly from last winter and not priced quite as attractively as the bags and shoes. Dresses are range from $150 to %400. The least expensive styles are just shirt dresses and the more pricey styles are full sequin party dresses. Most coats and jackets are about $500.
The sale runs through Saturday but we suggest you attempt to shop before then. We have a feeling that most of the good stuff will not stick around for long.
3.1 Phillip Lim Sample Sale
Thursday, September 25 through Saturday, September 27
10am—7pm daily
115 Mercer St (btwn Prince and Spring)
Vince Camuto Friends & Family
Few companies can do Zara’s “reinterpretation” of designer fashion as well as Zara. Of late, Vince Camuto has been doing a fine job competing with Zara’s off-the-runway fashion for a fraction.
What’s even better is the brand’s mid-season discount promotions. Now through Friday, Vince Camuto boutiques are offering 25% off shoes and accessories as part of a friends and family event. Online shoppers can use the code FRIENDS at checkout. Check out these Jimmy Choo-like moto boots and these practically Gucci riding boots.
Take note, Vince Camuto clothing is not included in the friends and family sale.
The 5 Best Deals in Vintage
Shopping for vintage used to be a no brainer– amazing designer pieces for a fraction of the retail price. Today, that great savings isn’t always a given. For instance, if you were to shop for a pre-owned Chanel bag, you might only save 10% off retail. Not really worth the hassle, in our opinion.
Although resale and vintage have skyrocketed in price, there are still some hidden gems that are insanely stylish and great values. We’ve put together a list of our favorite fashion items that can be had at a true discount. Click here to see our best kept secrets.
Orrefors/ Kosta Boda Moving Sale
Orrefors and Kosta Boda are hosting a sample sale where floor samples, from their showroom, will be discounted up to 70% off. This sale is poised to be even better than normal because the brands are moving showrooms. You can expect to find selection of gift items, ornaments, hand blown vases, bowls, vases and drink ware.
This is a great opportunity to stock up on hostess gifts or bridal presents. Crystal votives and candleholders are priced $5.20 to $67.50 (originally $17.50 to $225), glass bowls, vases and sculptures are $15 to $600 (originally $50 to $2000) and crystal bowls, vases and drinkware are $10 to $300 (originally $50 to $1000).
The sale runs through Wednesday, September 24. Take note that only credit cards are accepted, which means you can save your cash for lunch money.
Orrefors & Kosta Boda Sample Sale
Wednesday, September 24
10am to 4:30pm daily
200 Lexington Avenue, suite 602 @ 32nd St.
The IT-it: Frame Denim
Just when everyone is saying that the denim market is dead, there comes along a new brand to excite jean lovers. For the past several months we’ve been hearing about Frame Denim. It’s the designer on everyone’s lips (and hips). Miranda Kerr, Karlie Kloss, Heidi Klum are all Frame devotees and you know that if they look good in them– so will you??!!
All kidding aside, Frame’s Le Skinny de Jeanne holds your figure without losing shape, even after several days of wear. One friend speculated that the secret to their hold and flatter is that they are woven from unicorn hairs. So what do you think? Should we give them a shot?
Frame Denim Le Skinny de Jeanne ($199 but now 40% off)
Inside the Life of a Madison Avenue Spy
Ever wonder what it’s like to be a Madison Avenue Spy? Elite Daily joined me for a regular day of spying for the “I Want Her Job” column.
Can you have it all?
“My personal utopia is being able to work and still be able to be with my family and kids while still having my own time and not missing out on those special moments.”
You can click here to see Kylie McConville’s full article. I’m truly honored.