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    March Sample Sales ????????????

    The sample sale situation has been a little drab since the holiday season but that will change soon. March usually goes in like a lamb and out with several roaring sales. We are most excited about the possible finds at Oscar de la Renta and that “multi-brand” sample sale that we scooped.

    You will notice that we don’t usually list cosmetic and beauty products as part of our recommendations. Lines are often unnecessarily long and the sales are filled with resellers. There are enough inexpensive drugstore brands that you don’t need to stock up on 15 colors of eyeshadow just because it’s a sample sale.

    We will be sure to keep you updated in this space. Feel free to ask questions and leave intelligence in the comment section below.

    Roxanne Assoulin Sample Sale CANCELLED
    Who doesn’t love Roxanne Assouline? The answer is easy. Everyone loves Roxanne Assouline’s stackable fun jewelry and we found out exactly how much last season. The lines to get into this sale were hours long. We suggest avoiding the long wait and shopping Moda Operandi’s end of season sale if you’re looking for deals on fun and fashionable jewelry.
    Thursday, March 5
    8am to 8pm
    49 West 27th Street, 5th Fl

    Oscar de la Renta
    Last season’s ODLR sale 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. The best finds are always those that are current season. Click over to the post from the Fall sale for more details.
    Tuesday, March 17 through Sunday, March 22
    Tues 10am-8pm, Wed to Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm
    151 Wooster Street

    Multi-Brand Streetwear (KITH)
    Throw the brands Off-White, Palm Angels, Heron Preston,  Nike, and Alexander Wang into a sample sale and Kith is the only logical origin. We haven’t received confirmation that this is officially a Kith sample sale but our inside sources won’t deny it either. Last season’s similar sale flew under the radar. The discounts were 60% off but there wasn’t a lot of merchandise from the headlining brands. We have a feeling that there will be more this time around and the crowds will be bigger too. How cool would it be to find something from the Versace or Tommy collab. A girl can always wish. Proceed with caution. 
    Tuesday, March 17 through Sunday, March 22
    Tue 9am-8pm, Wed to Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm
    150 Greene Street

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    VIP Preview: Save Up to 25% on Shopbop

    For a long time, department stores have been luring shoppers with gift card shopping incentives. We’d prefer a straight discount over a gift card any day. It’s always more attractive to save money now than be offered the promise of a gift card in the future– especially when it’s likely to expire.



    Good thinking: Shopbop is offering a shopping discount incentive that increases with the more you spend. The best part is that we just got early access. You can start shopping now and use the code SPRING to save on items marked ‘Key Style’.

    15% off orders of $200+ 
     20% off orders of $500+ 
     25% off orders of $800+

    We aren’t always the hugest fans of Shopbop but the options are excellent this season. We found lots of singular items that could be the foundation of a very stylish outfit. Check out these Trave pants that incorporate one of our favorite trends– the ankle tie. There is also an olive option.

    We have similar feelings about this Alexander Wang deconstructed trench-style skirt. The temperatures are barely above freezing and this Preen skirt is nearly sold out and this denim top from Isabelle Morant is absolutely perfect for the transition season.

    The sale opens to the public on Monday and the promotion runs through Sunday, March 8. The next big Shopbop deal doesn’t usually take place until early April.

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    Weekend Shopping: Impulses & Obsessions

    The Gucci fur-lined slide was introduced as part of Alessandro Michele’s Fall 2015 Gucci collection. The shoe was also an early participant in the Instagram influencer gifting strategy. It proved to be a brilliant move for this Gucci bourgeois signature item that still seems mildly relevant today.

    Most people opted for the slide without germ collecting fur or the now-classic Princetown loafer. Both options are a staple for almost anyone fashionably include who is 15-years-old or over. Many people own multiple pairs and some have even overindulged in questionably tasteful colorways from neon to colorful tapestries. There is no doubt that the loafer is a highly utilized wardrobe staple but so much about fashion is expressing your individualism and I set out on a hunt to find Gucci loafer alternatives.

    This season, Prada ($850) is offering a lug sole with its iconic triangle emblem. Bottega Veneta’s kitten heel loafer ($970) is already a big hit for Spring as it is perfect for showing off a logo sock and can be easily paired with a skirt or dress. The Row ($940) offers a classic no-logo no buckle option but those one team Row will always identify their kind.

    My personal favorites are the Givenchy option ($890), which has a chunky chain ornament, the tow-tone Celine loafer ( $920) and the Louis Vuitton ($1140) two-tone style with a hit of logo on the back. Finding these styles on sale is difficult at the moment but they are worth watching if you’re in the market for something unique.

    By way of sales, there aren’t many highlights this week. Coltori, an Italian boutique, continues to offer the most attractive deals. Sale items are an additional 30% off with the code EXTRAMOON30 and full-price merchandise is 25% off with the code DEALMOON25. The highlight of the sale is that there is no sales tax, no duties and many items are already priced less than in the US.

    I found a floral print Dolce & Gabbana dress is $575 from $1500,  a PVC Fendi bucket bag is $910 from $1370, and Amina Muaddi boots are $370 from over $1000 US. From the full price assortment, there are lots of brand exclusions but you can apply the code to Paris Texas boots that come to $331 from $700 US and a Zimmerman dress is $600 from $850 US.

    The site is absolutely worth a scroll. Coming up this week, we are preparing for a few great promotions and sample sale season is about to begin again. Stay tuned. Happy scrolling and have a great weekend.

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    Moda Operandi Winter Sale: 50% Off

    The ski season is drawing to a quick end and retailers are beginning to aggressively reduce winter outerwear and ski gear. Now is the perfect time to stock up and replace whatever you need with discounts topping 50% off.

    Moda Operandi is reducing all things “ski” by about 50% off. No code is needed. The most stylish skiers shred the slopes in Cordova bodysuits. Here is a classic black style that’s $640 from nearly $1280 and here is a shell jacket to wear on top for $390 from $780.  Perfect Moment is another trending ski brand. We love the retro style even for streetwear. A wool bodysuit is $255 from $610 and a quilted jacket is $340 from $680.

    While there are lots of new fashionable ski brands, Bogner is always a classic for style and quality. Their sample sale runs through Sunday. At the sale, you’ll find some seriously great options even if you don’t ski and prefer looking at hot at the Surf Lodge Aspen or the Grand Prix in St. Mortiz.

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    Nordstrom Late Winter Sale (Including Moncler)

    Nordstrom just kicked off a late winter sale where discounts run to 60% off. The big standout is the great selection of Moncler jackets. Unfortunately, the markdown on most Moncler items is 25%to 40%  off but even small discounts can add up to hefty savings on big-ticket purchases.

    Some of the highlights include this pink quilted puffer that’s now $570 from $950. This Moncler Genious is $1640 from $2185 and a sequined style is $1095 from $1825.

    Outside of Moncler, a Max Mara Teddy coat is $1475 from $3700 and a Herno gradient coat is $710 from $1165.  Other new sale items we spotted are a silk Gucci equestrian scarf for $350 from $500 and this red style is reduced 50% off, Paris Texas boots are $305 from $610, and a Frame print blouse is $140 from $350.

    Nordstrom is still sitting on a lot of old styles of Christian Louboutin shoes. We are waiting for that shoe to drop– so to speak.

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    Italist: New Season Markdowns

    Italist is celebrating the end of Milan Fashion Week with a round of discounts focused on Italian brands. Right now you can find, new season merchandise reduced from 30% to 50% off when compared to US prices.

    We spotted this small Prada cosmetic pouch that’s $260 from $320 US and new season Prada logo sneakers are from $560 from $650 US. Here is a small Gucci logo camera bag for $760 from $980 US and Gucci x Mickey silk pants are $1057 from $1700 US. This Fendi pouch for $370 from $550 US and is definitely worth a cheap thrill.

    Above are some of our favorite items. The discount doesn’t seem huge but when compared to US prices you will see significant savings. We suggest targeting your search to Italian designers. Here is a direct link to the edit.

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    Bogner Sample Sale

    It’s been a fantastic ski season, which means you’ve likely had a great time shredding the slopes. With memories not too far removed, it’s easy to know what you need and what needs to be replaced. We highly suggest you take advantage of Bogner’s epic warehouse sale.

    The brand is really one of the best resources for fashionable and functional ski-gear and cold-weather accessories. We are told that merchandise will be reduced up to 70% off retail. The selection will include ski apparel, winter and summer apparel, winter boots, helmets, fur-trimmed accessories, and kids styles.

    Take advantage of these discounts while the assortment is plentiful. You know if you don’t, you will regret it!

    Bogner Sample Sale 
    Tuesday, February 25 through Sunday, March 1
    Tues 10am-8pm, Wed-Thur 10am-7pm, Fri & Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm
    151 Wooster Street

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    Sale Reminder: Global Fashions Sample Sale

    Global Fashions is opening its showroom to the public starting Monday. For this sale, the newest collection will be indicated with a silver sticker and discounts for shoes, bags, and accessories will be 60% off and clothing will be reduced 75% off. Older merchandise– or items that don’t have a silver sticker on the tag– will be 70% off for shoes, bags and accessories and 85% off clothing.

    Some of the highlights include an abundance of single and bi-color Rockstud heels that come to about $400 from $1000, a pink bag with white studs comes to $618 from $1545 and a classic black leather Rockstud Boston-style bag is $938 from $2345. There is also a great assortment of men. Click here to read more and to see pictures.

    Global Fashions Sample Sale
    Monday, February 24 through Wednesday, February 26
    9am-6pm daily
    49 West 38th Street

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