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    This Weekend’s Best Markdowns: Saks vs Barneys vs Bergdorfs

    Sale season is hitting a critical peak. This season, the markdowns and promotions have been more aggressive than we remember in almost a decade. Right now you can spot merchandise markdowns topping 80% off. This season, it’s even harder to keep up as many stores are continually adding extra limited-time promotional discounts.

    Below is a comparison chart of Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue. Stores keep offering limited time promotions with extra discounts. We recorded the most current values. Remember, these are limited time and tend to change at a moment’s notice.

    There are essentially no handbags left on sale anywhere. The Barneys sale departments have been obliterated. For some reason, prices are more expensive than they were earlier in the season and what is left, offers little to be desired. Online some great new items were added to the sale section but the discount is just 40% off. Here is a Fendi sweatshirt for $769, an Off-White sweatshirt is $349 and a Mr & Mrs. fur-trimmed jacket is $1500.

    If you’re looking for discounts on Chanel shoes, you will want to poke around Saks. You can click here to see pictures of our most recent adventures in shopping for discounted Chanel. Beyond the Chanel selection, Bergdorf has a better shoe selection that Saks.

    The clothing selections everywhere are hit or miss. You never know what might pop-up from a return or errant product placement. You can click here to check out some of our shopping highlights from the week. Let us know if you spot anything, new special or exciting.

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    Bergdorfs 75% Off + Extra 25% (PICS ADDED)

    It hasn’t even been two weeks since the last big promotion at Bergdorf Goodman but the competition is hot and the Lavender Lady knows how much customers live a discount. Bergdorfs wasn’t scheduled to have any sale promotions until February, but as part of a surprise announcement, shoppers can save an additional 25% off sale merchandise starting right now.

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    Designer clothing is currently discounted 75% off and most shoes and bags are reduced by 50%. The additional promotion brings the clothing markdown to 82% off and shoes, bags and accessories can be yours at 62% off.

    The last-minute announcement didn’t give us any time to pre-shop at the store but we will be sure to add pictures later on Thursday. PICTURES NOW POSTED HERE. Online we found this Veronica Beard sweater which is $165 from $250. We like both the gray and the black. This Opening Ceremony blazer is only $92 from $500 and it will look great with blue jeans and white bodysuit.  We wouldn’t mind going for this Etro paisley jacquard velvet puffer for $737 from $3800. It’s much better than any pedestrian Moncler.

    The shoe selection is running low on sizes but there are still some wearable styles. This Gianvito Rossi bootie is $372 from $995. It’s also available in white. Sophia Webster booties are $243 from $650 and Aquazzura mid-heel ankle-wrap pumps are $300 from $800. See the in-store shoe slection now.

    The bag selection isn’t very good at all. We are hoping to find a better variety in at the store tomorrow. Be sure to fill ow on Instagram for real-time in-store intel. Click for pics.

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    Saks Begins Consolidations (Chanel Pics Inside)

    Saks Fifth Avenue’s final markdowns aren’t as good as they used to be. Remember when discounts used to exceed 80%? That’s not so much the case any more but that doesn’t mean that good deals don’t exist.

    It isn’t officially the Saks famous ‘Consolidation Sale’ but all designer sale merchandise has been migrated to the fourth floor and the more cutting-edge designer sale merchandise is on the fifth floor. The general discount is 70% off on clothing and 60% off on shoes. What’s even better is that there is a gift card promotion that can be applied to sale merchandise.

    Some of the more luxe highlights include a dreamy pastel green cashmere Valentino coat that’s $1350 from $4500, a Chloe leather mini skirt is $500 from $1650 and an Erdem blouse is about $300 from $1000. Unfortunately, none of these items are available online anymore but we have pictures in the jump.

    On the fifth floor, we were swooning over this Simone Rocha coat that’s $750 from $2500 and this dramatic laminated trench was also a consideration. (The online pictures don’t do it justice.) We might have to go back for this Rosie Assoulin tweed A-line skirt that’s $350 from $1200. (Again, the online picture doesn’t do it justice and it’s styled all wrong.) Ben Tavernati lace-up leather pants, made famous by Kim Kardashian, $770 from $2240. Click for pics.

    We also found this No.21 puffer jacket that is $540 from $1800. It’s a little like the famous Balenciaga multi-layered coat accept it’s one-tenth the price. This ombré gold sequined dress is really dazzling for the right occasion and Off-White raw cut wide-leg pants are $230.

    Upstairs, in the shoe department, the sale selection has dwindled down to just a few racks. The bright spot is that Saks has been consolidating Chanel shoes to the flagship. We found pointy-toe heels in blue or grey are $460 from $1150, Gabriella high boots in teal are $580 from $1450, silver sparkle knee-high boots are $630 from $1575 and sandals are $420 from $1050. We also found Dior clogs for $330 from $990 and Dior sneakers (that look like Pumas) are $310. None of these are sold online but you can browse our pictures in the jump.

    Saks shoppers need to remember that merchandise discounted to 60% and 70% off is final sale. So we suggest you make sure you like it, it fits or it can be sold elsewear without too much of a loss.

    Shoes: 646-206-6294 (text only) or alex_torres@s5a.com
    Designer clothing: Nicole 917-849-9276
    5th Floor “Advance” Clothing: Marjorie: 646-552-7292

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    Farfetch & MyTheresa Extra 20% Off

    The sale selections at our local haunts are getting pretty dismal but overseas stores are much better stocked and the discounts are starting to get competitive. Farfetch started a promotion today where sale merchandise is discounted an extra 20% and  MyTheresa will begin a similar 20% off promotion on Tuesday.

    Over at Farfetch, you can use the code x20ff to engage the discount. Some of the highlights include Givenchy fold-over ankle boots that are as low as $310 from $1000, this Prada flame knit sweater is $380 from $960 and a JW Anderson shoulder bag is $500 from nearly $1600. Remember when you’re browsing from items on Farfetch different sizes are coming from assorted locations, which means pricing will vary. We often get excited only to realize that our desired size is much more expensive than the one promoted.

    The extra discount starts at MyTheresa on Tuesday and will run for three days. We suggest you begin sorting by the most discounted now and start staking out your most wanted.  Our eye was quickly drawn to this stripped Prada dress that’s $400 from $1230, a bright pink cashmere Valentino is $380 from $1500 and a wine color Boyy Karl 24 is $620 from $1100.

    It’s hard to say which sale is better because prices vary so much on Farfetch. It’s good to know that MyTheresa still has a pretty decent selection and prices have started to get competitive on certain items. Let us know where you see the best finds.

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    Freezing Holiday Shopping Finds

    I last heard that the wind chill temperatures are minus 20 degrees. That’s Fahrenheit, not Celsius. I guess that means we are spending the day inside. Without much else to do, I decided to begin diving through the final markdowns at Neiman Marcus for a final edit.

    The truth is that the selection is already very picked through. There aren’t a lot of great options. One item I did consider is this Edie Parker classic clutch for $470 from $1200. It’s about the same as what you would pay if you attended the sample sale. These Manolo Hangisi pumps are still available in a size 39.5 for $400 from $1055. This RtA red leather miniskirt seems like a find for $300 from $800 and a metallic blazer from Veronica Beard is $272 from $700.

    Again, there isn’t much but it’s worth scrolling while you’re watching a variation of the Fyre Festival documentary on Hulu or Netflix. If you’re looking for more something juicier, you can hit up Matches Fashion. Sale prices are still an additional 20% off with the code EXTRA20.

    Today is the ideal day for a chunky sweater and this heavy cable knit from Stella McCartney seems perfect at $440 from $1100 or perhaps a Prada coat for $1100 from $2800 is discounted enough to warm your heart.  A Valentino Rockstud belt bag is reduced $570 from $1400 or a mini Balenciaga shopper is $600 from $800.

    I’ll continue to add on to this post if I find anything amazing. For now, stay warm. Enjoy the day off from work and let me know if there’s anything I missed.

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    Manolo Blahnik Second Markdown 60% Off

    It’s colder than a polar bear’s toe-nails, which means it’s time to warm up with hot savings at Manolo Blahnik. Monday morning, the boutique begins its second markdown where you can find prices reduced by 60%. We’ve been told that the inventory is running practically at full stock and there are lots of wonderful classics available.

    This most recent markdown follows the 40% discount but proceeds the final and best shopping opportunity of the season. The final markdown, usually in early February, is always one of our favorite sales of the year. During this final markdown period, prices range from $195 to $350. Most shoes and low boots– even highly ornate styles– are priced at $250.

    Expect to find a full assortment of shoes from the winter collection. If you’re not in New York, you can browse from an online selection of Manolos that are also reduced by 50% or more. (This pair of lace-up heels comes to just $115!) Personally, we are waiting to make our major purchases at the boutique in February! After all, it is the month of love.

    Manolo Blahnik
    31 West 54th Street (b/w 5th and 6th)
    Monday to Friday 10:30 to 6pm
    Saturday 10:30 to 5:30
    Sunday 12pm to 5pm
    The store will close from 2pm to 3pm for restocking (lunch)

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    Neiman Marcus: Extra 20% of Consolidation

    Neiman Marcus started its consolidation sale this week. To further tempt customers for the holiday weekend, the luxury department store is offering an extra discount promotion of 20% off. That brings to the total discount to over 80% on many items.

    Among the shoes are these Valentino studded boots for $703 from $1800. We are in love with these Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes that are only $311 from $800. They are truly a prize if you fit into the few sizes still available. These Gianvito Rossi color block boots are even a better deal at $300 from $1300. That’s not so far from 80% off, which is rarely seen. There are even classic Chloe flats for just $200. Finding your size might be the only issue.

    You won’t believe the Balenciaga deals. This Balenciaga Cabas style bag is $936 from $2400. We’ve seen fakes priced higher. We found a small Balenciaga Bazar bag for $685 from $1750. That’s almost the same as the prices at the employee sale. There is also this box bag for $740 from $1900.

    Upon browsing the clothing selection, we found that many of the best items were only available in one or two sizes. This is the type of sale where you have to get lucky. Check out this Veronica Beard jacket with faux fur cuffs that’s $138 from $700. and here is a Brandon Maxwell dress that’s under $300 from $1500.

    This Neiman Marcus sale officially starts Friday at stores and we hear that Chanel is included in the 20% off promotion. We are waiting to get pictures of what’s still left at the store. We are sure it’s not much. This promotion will run through Tuesday. The next big discount will start in early February.

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    Retail Therapy: Penny Karabey aka Luxury Next Season

    Retail Therapy is an old Mad-Spy column where we ask fashion insiders for their shopping secrets. Years ago, we featured Eva Chen, Anna Sui, Lauren Sherman, and Norma Kamali. Today, we are bringing it back!

    Penny (Pinar) Karabey started her career as a computer engineer. After several years working in IT, she realized that combining her love for fashion and her tech-savvy was a winning combination for success. Penny’s online store, Luxury Next Season, spotlights top fashion trends from around the world.

    The best part is that LNS offers authentic merchandise that can’t usually be purchased online and sometimes you can even snag a discount. For example, LNS carries the very popular Dior Book Tote, the Fendi ‘Defender’ that hasn’t even hit stores, and discounted Gucci. While you’re at it, you might want to check out her Instagram. It’s become one of our favorites.

    Below Penny shares her stories about her prized wardrobe items along with how she avoids the regret of leaving something behind. Read below to find the full scoop and let us know what you think. We would also love to hear your thoughts about resurrecting the column and who you would like to hear from next. You can click here to read through more of our old Retail Therapy interviews.

    Your most prized “deal?”
    I shop all over the world, I find the best items at local markets and small boutiques as well as from local artists. I hunt for unique and handmade pieces that nobody else will have. I tend to focus on finding fabulous accessories both for my outfits and for my homes.

    Biggest regret that you didn’t purchase?
    I try to live without regrets and this philosophy seeps into my style. If I fall in love with something, I buy it. I only buy pieces that truly speak to me, and if a piece speaks to me, it comes home with me. That being said, there was a pearl embroidered Fendi mink bomber jacket I fell in love with but I just couldn’t justify the price tag. After a few months, I was still thinking about it and I knew that soon it would be gone. I managed to track it down and I am so glad I did. I guess you could say I sometimes purchase to avoid regretting not getting something!

    This season you’re looking for a great deal on what item?
    This season I am craving all things purple! At the top of my wishlist is a fabulous purple coat. I have seen a few but am waiting for one that speaks to me. When I find it, it will become a staple for the season. I am also a bit obsessed with all things Fendi. It’s no secret I have a very special relationship with the brand and right now I am head over heels in love with their Peekaboo Defender cover, a piece of canvas that is placed over the iconic Peekaboo bag. It completely transforms its appearance and gives you the look of a brand new bag–but without the price tag. In fact, Luxury Next Season was one of the first retailers in the US to offer the Defender cover.

    What’s your number one shopping tip?
    I think the best tip I could give to other shoppers is to always be looking. One evening I was on my way to a gala and the most beautiful blue coat caught my eye in the window of a boutique. I knew I had to have it. So I stopped the car and ran inside to buy the coat. I showed up to the gala carrying a huge shopping bag. You never know when you will find something spectacular.

    Is there an item for which you never mind paying full price?
    I often pay full price, sometimes I pay above retail for things that I truly love. I am also a collector of many things, including Pomegranate related items. (They hold a very strong sentimental connection for me.) I often find things when I am traveling and I have to pay retail as well as pay to have them travel home to NYC. When it comes to paying retail, I find it makes the most sense to do so on a fabulous handbag. Handbags truly make an outfit. Right now I am obsessed with the Dior Book Tote (of which Luxury Next Season’s stocks a few varieties) it is both beautiful and practical.

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