It’s not even November and retailers are already getting a jump on promotions. Forget about Black Friday, Singles Day is quickly becoming the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping season. The “holiday” started in 1993, by a group of Chinese college students, to celebrate the state of being single. The date November 11 (or 11/11) was chosen because of the ones– obviously.

It’s officially midseason and all of our ambitious plans have the same fate as fallen leaves. That’s not to say all is lost. Moda Operandi just started a private sale where you can save 25% off the entire assortment in this link when combined with the code FALL25. 

We are in love with these high-rise boot cut leather pants from Goldsign that come to $825 from $1100, these Paris Texas knee-high leather boots are about $630 from $840 and this Philosophy sweater is $356 from $475.

These markdowns are great for picking up a mid-priced item that might not make it to the discount season.  This Apparis coat is a great alternative to a Teddy from Max Mara as it comes to just $240 from $320 and offers a similar oversized look. The same goes for this Volon bag with a heavy gold chain that has a similar effect to the Bottega heavy chain pouch and comes to only $513 from $685. We love the belt on this Acler cotton shirt that’s $221 from $295.

It’s really the perfect time to take advantage of being outside and looking –decent. It won’t be long until we are hiding under our duvets. That’s equal parts duvet blankets and duvet coats. 

It’s no secrete how much I love vintage stores but over the past decade prices of preowned merchandise seem to have surpassed what could be found during a good markdown. Michael’s Consignment, on the Upper East Side, is probably one of the most highly regarded stores of its kind in the City and maybe the country. 

Michael’s is currently managed by the fourth generation of the same family and is famed for its high-quality assortment of Chanel and Hermes. I have never met a more knowledgeable staff and the quality of every item is always superb. (Far more merchandise is rejected than accepted.) For the past several months, I’ve been stalking the store’s website but instinctively knew that the store would provide an abundance of great quality post-lockdown discounts. 

At the front of the store, shoppers can dependably find a full rack of Chanel ready-to-wear. The section always contains a gem or two but the rack is currently packed with an abundance of sensational items, including lots of Chanel tweed blazers, sweaters, and coats. Most of the prices range from $1000 to $2000 for blazers and between $450 and $750 for Chanel sweaters. 

Those with a keen eye might be able to snag an item that’s even further reduced. I added some pictures in the jump of my favorite finds. If you see anything you like, the store does take phone orders and shipping is $25. Many items are on the website too. 

Moving on to shopping current trends, Prada’s Nylon collection seems to be the hottest ticket in town. Items continually sell out quickly. I suggest not waiting until Christmas if you’re counting on one of the less expensive items. Selfridges had a restock of the Prada collection this week. The British store has some of the collection priced under US retail and pieces under $800 are duty-free. It’s a win-win. I suggest going for the Prada bucket hat that’s $380 from $420 US and the mini-drawstring bag is $380 from $440 US. Details about shopping for the super popular collection are over this way.

Those looking for less niche shopping can click their cursers over to Neiman Marcus. On Sunday, the site will begin a sale where clearance items are an additional 25% off. I’m keeping an eye on this non-descript Moncler tweed jacket that’s $841 from $2100. I love that it doesn’t have a big logo on it. Here is a Balmain dress that’s $661 from $1349 and this Saint Laurent coat is $1336 from $3690. Sometimes the promotions start a little early. Now you have an eventing activity. 

The biggest sale news of the week was Net-A-Porter’s friends and family sale. The promotion includes a great assortment of merchandise that’s 25% off. You can see the full selection within this link. No code is needed but you better get clicking because the promotion ends Sunday. These Iro high-waisted leather pants come to $862 from $1150 and a Tom Ford tote is $1642 from $2190. You can see more of my favorite items from the sale here. 

This week, we become acquainted with Verishopand haven’t been able to stop the add-to-cart habit. Through Monday, you can save up to 20% off a large variety of items with the code FALLSALE. I am a sucker for the Smeg x Dolce & Gabbana collab and carted electric kettle that’s $510 from $650. More practically speaking, I checked out with this Ball & Branch duvet cover that’s $187 from $250. The matching shams are $41 from $55. More of my favorites are here. 

I suggest you keep one eye on the Saks Fifth Avenue site at all times. Some great sale items keep appearing at insane prices. There is usually only one or two sizes available and you need to move fast when it’s the right fit. The Manolo Blahnik options are very, very good. This suede BB is $266 from $665 and embellished sandals are $400 from $1000. Lots of my previous sale finds can be seen here. 

Coming up this week will be the start of first markdowns for contemporary lines. Keep an eye out on Bergdorf Goodman and Saks if you’re looking for moderately priced denim and sweaters. 

That’s it for now folks. Until next time… same time, same place?

Sponsored by Verishop and ShopStyle

This time of year always has us yearning for things that are warm and cozy. This year, in our current state of flux, there is a heightened intention to feel safe and comfortable in your own environment. Verishop has been the perfect online destination to fill those needs for my entire household.

The best part is that through October 26 Verishop is hosting a sitewide sale where you can save 20% off fashion and 10% off home and beauty items with a purchase of $75 or more. Just use the code FALLSALE to engage the savings.

My most recent Verishop purchase included this playful Ban.do sweatshirt that comes to $55 from $68 and sweatpants that are $52 from $64. I imagine myself living in this set while at home all season.

For the house, I added a bit of warmth to my oversized marble kitchen center island with a trio of Normann Copenhagen colored bubble vases. You can choose your favorite shapes and colors here.   I truly love the way the vases look empty as much as when they are filled with flowers. This Normann Copenhagen tray is $121 from $135 and centers the entire vignette. The promotion extends to a great selection for your pets, beauty items and fantastic kids finds too.

Verishop is well regarded for its great assortment of sustainable, ethically sourced, and clean products. The site even has a give-back initiative. That’s not to outshine Verishop’s great customer service, fast shipping, easy returns, and best price guarantee. Don’t you wish all of life was that reassuring?

 Saks Fifth Avenue started a sale today where lots of merchandise is discounted up to 40% off. This time of year, we usually begin to see first markdowns on the more contemporary designers. It’s rare that a sale at this early date would include designers like Balenciaga and Margiela.

This Balenciaga card holder is $245 from $350, this sad face “Happy Tote” is $1365 from $1950 and Maison Margiela combat boots are $610 from $1525. In the sale section, we also spotted these Saint Laurent suede high boots for $478 from $1200, a Givenchy crossbody bag is $700 from $1400,  and these Valentino suede boots are $650 from $1650.  

Saks has started to regularly upload highly reduced designer merchandise to its sale section. We have been trying to crack the formula so that we can catch it right but haven’t been able to do so. For now, all we can do is suggest becoming a full-time Saks  stalker. 

Net-A-Porter just started its friends and family sale today. All the items included in the promotion are 25% off and can be found in this Seasonal Edit link. No code is needed, the discount is applied once your items are added to the cart. 

As the holiday season approaches, it’s hard to differentiate between the items we like and the items that we will actually use. It’s been far too long since I’ve been offered a glass of champagne off a silver tray or experienced the roaring sound of music and loud chatter as the elevators open to The Boom Boom Room.

It doesn’t appear as if any of these opportunities will present themselves any time soon. Even the awkwardness of being at a social event, surrounded by strangers, seems nostalgic. So how will we be shopping and for what? That remains the question.

Bags and shoes are always a safe purchase. Will sweatpants and heels become a thing? Let’s hope that times don’t become that desperate. Earlier this week,  I dove into the elevation of outerwear in anticipation of increased outdoor socializing. You can click here to see what’s caught my eye. 

Speaking of seasonal dressing, I worked with Intermix to and picked the perfect wardrobe heroes. You, know those items that save the day and keep you looking great over and over again. You can click here to see my favorite items. 

If you’re looking for discounted Gucci, Jomashop already started a holiday sale where discounts run up to 50% off. Here is a classic Gucci belt for $299 from $460 and there is also another $20 off at checkout. This logo scarf is $224.

We also spotted lots of great deals on Italist this week. Discounts one new season merchandise are up to 50% off when compared to US prices. A small Prada beauty case with a handle is $300 from $380, Golden Goose sneakers are $388 from about $550, this Fendi bucket hat is $454 from $630. and a YSL Becky bag is $1341 from $1750. There is also a great selection of Max Mara coats that are drastically less expensive than you can buy them here. 

The Franch tax on destroying merchandise has 24S discounting Louis Vuitton items. You can also save an additional 10% off “reduced” prices with the code: ULTIMATESFIRST10. Click over to the post for full details. 

Tessabit is still offering 30% off new season items. You can see all the merchandise that’s included in the promotion in this private link. Use the code  MID30MADISON at checkout to engage the savings.  Balenciaga speed sneakers that come to about $500 from $795 US. Other intriguing items include this Saint Laurent leather pouch for $262 from $375 and a Balenciaga City bag is $1540 from $2190. Don’t miss this Balenciaga all over sweater or the Fendi sunset By the Way bag. Click here to read the full blog post.

Coming up, on Sunday, keep your eyes on the Saks sale section. We are told there will be some great markdowns. In the meantime, here is a kids Balenciaga sweatshirt (size 8) for $150 from $300. There will also be a big Monday surprise from another luxury retailer. The discounts aren’t live yet but you might want to begin browsing this link. (Maybe bookmark it too, in the case I need to delete it.)

That’s it for now folks. Until next time… same time, same place?