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    LN-CC: New Season Gucci and Prada 30% Off

    This season, we noticed that luxury retailers are starting promotions very early in the season. The discounts might not be huge but it appears to be getting more aggressive earlier every season. Even so, many of these shopping incentives exclude major designers.

    It only was a matter of time until we hit the designer jackpot. European luxury emporium, LN-CC is actually focusing on just the items we really want. Early season discounts are up to 30% off. You must use this link to view the promotion discounts. Men can use this link to access the sale assortment.

    Here is a new style Zumi Gucci bag that’s down to $2000 from $2980 US.  these updated Prada “Cloud Burst Thunder” sandals are impossible to find and they are reduced to $756 from $890. Here is a new style YSL Kate bag with a chain that’s $1428 from nearly $2000 in the US.

    Before you click off, be sure to check out the site’s sale section. There are lots of interesting fashion finds for 60% off. Some items we never even saw on markdown, like this Prada puffer and this Saint Laurent pea coat.

    The good thing is that LN-CC is not on the shopping radar of most luxury customers and you have a moment to digest your options before everything sells out. It also doesn’t hurt that this sale is very private.

    Weekend Shopping: Impulses & Obsessions

    Fashion month is in full swing. The shows just wrapped up in New York and have moved over the pond to London and will continue the world tour in Milan and Paris. As we watch the newest trends and fashions emerge it’s hard not to shop with an eye towards the future.

    So much of the conversation within the fashion industry has turned to sustainability but the definition is so obtuse. As I’ve been considering how to become sustainability sensitive, I’ve come to realize that it’s always been part of my ethos. Looking inside my personal closet I see so many wonderful pieces that I’ve had for ten years and even longer. Some items I’ve had since college and even represent the technical term of vintage.

    Good fashion is like good art. It’s not anything that goes out of style when it’s truly fine. An item found on sale is no less valuable than it’s full price counterpart. That turns us to this week’s ‘Impulses & Obsessions.”

    A long holiday weekend calls for some notable additions. Nordstrom took an extra cut on some Moncler jackets. This sequined jacket is $1100 from $1825, a grey version with sparkle is $1200 from $1800 and a Lena puffer is $570 from $950.

    The most attractive deals of the weekend can be found in Italy. Tessibit is offering 20% off a selection of new Spring & Summer merchandise with the code DEALMOON20XT.  You must use this link to access the selection, which includes lots of Saint Laurent, Fendi, and Givenchy. This Givenchy tote, which unsnaps to lay flat, is about $1600 from $2000 and has never been on sale yet.  A Saint Laurent quilted mini bag is about $1490 from $1780.

    Over at Coltorti, you can use the code EXTRAMOON30 to save an additional 30% off sale merchandise or use the code MODESENS15 and save 15% off everything on the site. The 15% off might not seem like a lot but many items are already a lot less expensive than the price in the US. There is also the added bonus of no sales tax and duties are included. This Saint Laurent 61 small camera bag comes to $670 from $1000 US and the popular Saint Laurent Becky is $1425 from $2800 US, Opyum sandals are $716 from $1200 US and the Cassandra sandals with the YSL plus the little palm tree are $561 from $845.

    The Net-A-Porter end of season sale is surprisingly still going strong and more items keep popping up.  This week, we spent a lot of time (and money) on the Prada assortment. This Gabriela Hearst corduroy blazer has been a huge temptation at $450 from $1500. I would love it styled under a hoodie and with jeans for a casual but chic Sunday.  Peter Do’s newest collection was received with rave reviews and I’m contemplating this organza dress for Summer that’s just $312 from $1040. I’ve banned myself from Prada until I spotted this wool polo for 60-%70% off, depending on the print. (I immediately thought of five outfit pairings from my closet and it was add-to-cart, continue to checkout and done.)

    Happy Weekend Scrolling!!!

    Net-A-Porter: Prada & Miu Miu Up to 70% Off

    Last week we were slipped a private code (TAKE40) for Prada and Miu Miu that revealed a 40% discount on all merchandise. Today we noticed that lots of the full price assortment has been reduced dramatically and some items are even an additional 20% off.

    Among the more highly reduced items is this blazer that comes to $762 from $2540. (You might want to swap out the belt to make any outfit pop.) This very iconic print coat is $1000 from $3400, a print poplin dress is $894 from almost $3000, and this trench seems like a worthwhile investment at $830 from $2760.

    There are also some great buys among the shoes and handbags. These suede low boots with the metal logo plate on the back heel come to just $270 from $900, this leather-trimmed nylon utility bag is $875 from $1750 and this little camera bag from last year’s collection is $810 from $1620.

    As Prada seeks to end several years of financial decline, the company appears to have pulled back greatly from its distribution channels. Italian stores that have carried the brand for ages, don’t seem to have the new collections. Farfetch has closed up any US price-related discrepancies and doesn’t appear as Net-A-Porter took delivery on the Summer 2020 collection and we speculate that this sale marks the end of Prada on the site.

    You can still grab some great deals on Italist. This Prada Staffiano belt is $350 from $460 US  and a classic logo shopper is $789 from $1270 US.

    If the item you like on NAP is still at full price you can still use the code TAKE40 to save 40% off. This visor comes to $204 from $340 and nylon shorts are $330 from $550. There are more items on sale than not. I can keep up the mentions but it would be most of the assortment. It’s no secret I’m a big Prada groupie.

    Neiman Marcus Hits Last Call at 80% Off

    If you’ve ever wondered what happens to all that wonderful merchandise at Neiman Marcus that goes un-purchased, we have the answer. It promptly pops up at the brand’s discount store, Last Call.

    Neiman Marcus Last Call stores have received new arrivals direct from Neiman Marcus. The discount usually starts at about 65% off original retail but extra promotions often bring the total savings to over 80% off.

    While sorting through the selection we found some good finds. Here is an Etro dress that’s $182 from $1535, a Brandon Maxwell gown is $261 from $3000, a Givenchy blazer is $716 from $2865 and an Erdem dress is $435 from $1740.

    Keep your eyes open, we have heard recent reports of Moncler coats and in past years we’ve spotted Chanel clothing discounted almost 90% off retail. We’ve also heard that the discounter receives Chanel bags from time to time but doesn’t display them. We suggest asking a sales manager if you’re on the hunt. If you don’t believe us, we have pictures to prove it right here.

    Please be sure to let us know if you spot any unicorns at your local Last Call. There is nothing we love more than sharing.

    Fashion Week: Sally LaPointe

    What’s most interesting about Sally LaPointe is her ability to stay true to a monochromatic aesthetic but still turn out a collection every season that seems fresh, timely and interesting.

    This collection was comprised of bold color statement-making ensembles that were glamorous and urban. There was an electric chartreuse segment that was followed by sea green, royal purple and later unfolded into holographic sequins.

    Each individual look was assembled from various materials and fabrications. There was slinky double-faced satin, stiff patent leather, eye-catching latex, rich furs, chunky knits and supple leather combined together to form the perfect balance of layer and texture. You can click here to see more pictures.

    I’ve never seen LaPoite show an outfit that didn’t glow with glam. One attendee was wearing a full runway look from the prior collection, which was novel to see in the backdrop of a “in the wild” on Varik street. Even off the runway, the outfit looked opulent and tasteful and that’s even with the oversized hat.

    I just hope that as Lapointe becomes more of a household name that she stays true to the spirit of luxury and quality. While shopping this season, I noticed a pair of the designer’s track pants and was thoroughly disappointed that the fabrication was similar to those offered by Adidas.

    Lapointe’s individual items might draw inspiration from the current trends but the overall look is classic. Right now you can find a lot of pieces for up to 85% off. You might even be lucky and find a full ensemble in your size. Here is are soft yellow silk straight-leg pants for $258 from $1290 and the coordinating shearling and cashmere sweater is $260 from $1300. You can also opt for the same color suede skirt that’s $765 from $2550. Above are a few more outfit ideas comprised of Sally Lapointe items that are on sale now.

    Fashion Week Trends: The Amorphous Clutch

    Fashion week is heating up. We are serving up all smoking hot trends while we get through a marathon of shows. These top trends are what you can expect to see on the street and in the pages of your favorite fashion magazines, next fall.

    Left: The Row, Top: Area, Bottom: Ulla Johnson




    Bottega Veneta released the now-famous Pouch this past Summer and the minimalistic clutch skyrocketed to the top of the fashion ecosystem. The oversized amorphous accessory was offered in a variety of colors and found tucked under the armpit and on the ‘gram of every Insta-star. The bag was subsequently duped by contemporary brands and has made its way down the fashion ecosystem to Amazon copies.

    Amazon isn’t the only “fashion house” to try and capitalize on the iconic style. This season, we’ve already seen numerous designers offering their own interpretation of the oversized amorphous clutch. The Row’s 10th-anniversary collection was precise in cut, layering, and styling. By no coincidence, oversized supple leather bags were highlighted neatly tucked into the forearm. It’s unclear if there is a handle once the bag is unfolded.

    NYC homegrown, Ulla Johnson showed lots of leather on her runway and offered of contrasting pops of color via an oversized, you guessed it, clutch. Johnson’s iteration has a prominent frame top and a thick gold chain, which looks more like an accessory than it was added for practical uses.

    Area’s Beckett Fogg and Piotrek Panszczyk haven’t received the notoriety of some designers of their generation but it’s long overdue. The newest collection showcased their structural aptitude with lots of architectural looks that highlighted exaggerated looks. It was not surprising to see a duffle shaped styled as a clutch. The bag seems to have a strap but the size would normally be used as a weekend bag rather than an under the arm style.

    We have no doubt that this is only the start of this Bottega Pouch reinterpretation. You can accomplish a similar look right now by tucking away the strap of a supple bag. There are a few suggestions above. Feel free to call out more designers taking inspiration from the amorphous underarm silhouette.

    Neiman Marcus: Extra 30% Off Clearance

    Neiman Marcus just started an online promotion where you can save an extra 30% off sale items. This is a huge extra discount and comes on the tails of rock-bottom clearance pricing. The deal is even sweeter because there were some great items added.

    Most shoes and bags come to over 70% off their original price. Check out this Balenciaga logo allover bag that comes to just $511 from $1490 and this Loewe straw beach bag is $462 from $1350. Balenciaga buckle booties are nearly affordable at $460 from $1490 and most sizes are still available. Gianvitto Rossi ankle boots are $300 from $1000 and Givenchy slingbacks are $276 from $900.

    The discounts on clothing are even higher and top 80% off retail. Sally LaPoint sequined pants are $300 from $1450. Here is the coordinating matcha hue wool coat. Be sure to grab a pair of Saint Laurant skinny jeans for $144 from $700 and this Isabelle Marant dress for $224 from $1070. This Isabelle Marant cable knit sweater is now $216 from $790, just a little more than the Zara copy.

    The promotion started and only run for two days– through Tuesday. Neiman Marcus doesn’t do these types of extra 30% off sales too often. We suggest you take advantage of the situation while the opportunity presents itself. It’s quite the treat to shop for discounted merchandise that’s this good.

    Net-A-Porter: 40% off All Prada & Miu Miu

    We were just slipped a note that Net-A-Porter is hosting a private sale where all  Prada merchandise (except eyewear) is 40% off. To engage the discount use the code TAKE40.

    Prada’s struggle among elite legacy brands is no secret. The company’s share price is down 35% over the last five years and rumors of a company sale have started swirling. Prada has blamed over-distribution as part of its difficulties. It doesn’t appear as Net-A-Porter took delivery on the Summer 2020 collection and we speculate that this sale marks the end of Prada on the site.

    Some sale standouts include classic knee-high boots that come to $580 from $950, a Pink satin authentic satin headband is $144 from $250, and a leather belt bag is $690 from $1150. Some of our favorite past season iconic fashion items include this dress with a rose print, a lightening bolt-rose sweater and we’ve always been a fan of the Spring ’18 illustrations.

    It appears as if this sale has been shopped already, probably by NAP VIPs. Some items are sold out or running low on sizes.

    Before you enter your credit card information, be sure to price check against MatchesFashion, which has even bigger Prada discounts  with markdowns running from 50% to 70% off. We are crazy for this lightening bolt skirt that’s $500 from $1000, this PVC tote that’s $630 from $1050 and this ruffled miniskirt that’s $465 from $930.

     MatchesFashion has Sumer 2020 merchandise posted, so it’s probably safe to assume that they won the online Prada war. Let’s hope that they can help turn Prada’s troubles around.