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    Barneys Extra 20% Off Yields 80% Savings (Chanel Too)

    Barneys is always the first department store to begin sale season and end sale season. The end is quickly approaching but not before a final promotional push. Starting today, shoppers can save an additional 20% off sale merchandise, which brings the total savings to 80% off on many items.

    We couldn’t resist from taking a final browse through the sale remnants. Most of the woman’s discounted merchandise has migrated to the 8th floor. You will still find sale racks of designer shoes on the 5th floor. Take note, some items that were already discounted 75% off are now priced higher. It’s almost as if one of the markdowns were removed. Let this serve as a cautionary note: not all markdowns are permanent.

    Some of the sale highlights include these Ben Taverniti lace-up high-waisted velvet pants for $183 from $995. Seriously, they make all your best “ass”ets look great. Try pairing them with this sweater from The Row that’s reduced to $575 or this blazer from Boon that’s $423. Check out this dress from Proenza that’s $385 from $1900. We have pictures from inside the store too.

    Nicholas Kirkwood heels are always a good idea at $255 from $800. These Giannico two-tone low boots are $320 from nearly $1000. Nicholas Kirkwood mules are $175 and Paul Andrew silver pumps are only $300 from $945. These sparkle Saint Laurent boots are $360 and Bordeaux Derek Lam suede boots are $225. The best part of this sale is that Chanel is also eligible for the extra 20% off. We can’t say the assortment is very good but you can browse through our pictures over here.

    One more cautionary tale: The most discounted merchandise is not refundable and can only be reduced for gift cards. With discounts hitting 80% we can’t be surprised. This sale should last about a week and then all discounted merchandise will be sent off to Barneyswarehouse.com.

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    FiveStory: Extra 20% Off Final Clearance

    The super-chic Uptown boutique, FiveStory, has a bi-annual tradition of hosting an ‘Off-Site’ sale where the fashion and prices are amazing. The secret is that before the merchandise gets shipped out of the boutique, prices are slashed to the point where about the same as the famed Off-Site.

    Right now, you can use the code FINALSALE to save an additional 20% off sale items. The promotion brings the total savings near 80% on many items. The best part is that you don’t have to deal with crowds or compromise your shopping experience. And those who aren’t in NY can get it now online too.

    There are really a lot of great items from which to choose. You might need to elicit the help from a friend to make your final decision. A  Staud bag for just about $100 is hard not to buy. If you don’t have an Off-White sweatshirt this is a really good one and the price is very reasonable at $230 from $735. (If you have one, you probably don’t need another.) This Rosie Assoulin blouse is an always-classic and is about $340 from $1400.

    I’m having a very hard time choosing between these Rebecca De Ravenal polished wood seashell earrings for $115 from $275 and these hanging shell earrings for $130 from $325. What do you think?

    Jimmy Choo lovers should get ready to feast. These velvet slingbacks are $230 from $725, these ankle boots are $350 from $1050 and these icy-blue satin embellished pumps are $310 from $975. Aren’t they pretty?

    Go ahead, take a browse. We promise it’s much better than the well-publicized Off-Site. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

    FiveStory: Rob 212-288-1338

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    Net-A-Porter Clearance 80% Off

    The Net-a-Porter clearance sale kicked off today and some items have been reduced to 80% off. This third markdown is usually a shopping frenzy and attracts a large amount of shopping traffic.

    There is a bit of clothing reduced to 80% off retail but a lot of it appears to be from the past Summer season. This can work out well if you’re socking up on what to bring on your next vacation. Among items you can wear now (in cold New York) is this Loewe shearling trim leather coat that’s $1300 from $6650 or this Chloe double-breasted wool coat is $870 from $4350. An orangey-red Altuzarra leather trimmed dress is $450 from $1400 and a Paul & Joe print dress is $126 from $420.

    If you’re shopping for an upcoming vacation get ready to make some choices. Over this way, we found a romantic Zimmerman floral print maxi dress for $345 from $1130, a Caroline Constas gingham bikini is $95 from $315 and a Dodo Bar Or romper is $135 from $675. On a side note, this Balmain tank was reduced further and is now $147.

    Among the shoes discounted 80% you’ll find essentially nothing. There are some shoe styles that were reduced to 70% off but even those aren’t great. The selection includes knee-high cowboy boots from Isabel Marants that might work with something. These See By Chloe low white cowboy boots are probably a lot more wearable and easier to digest at $164 from $545. These white Dorateymur ankle boots are an easy “yes” at $171 from $570 or for a little bit more swag you can go with these Margielas $388. for (Sorry, I can’t explain my attraction to white boots.)

    Moving on, these Castner lace-up espadrilles are perfect to save for vacation or summer for just $55. Here are Rosetta Getty black patent ankle boots for $250. (Better than white?)

    We sincerely suggest you hop on the site with a critical eye. This newest markdown is clearly more hype than markdown. This clearance sale will last another week and then for a final push, the site will offer an additional 20% off. Afterward, NAP closes the curtain on sale season.

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    The IT-It: Alexander Wang “Nova” Sandal

    Despite mild Winter weather, it’s still technically snowboot season. Fashion insiders and resort fashion shoppers, however, have their eyes on sandals and sarongs. There is one style of sandal, in particular, that is beginning to sell out everywhere.

    Alexander Wang seems to be having an especially brisk resort season. As a matter of fact, the designer’s Nova sandals ($550) are beginning to sell out. The high-heeled sling-back sandal is accented with studs along the base and includes a PVC vamp. The result makes your foot look as if it is floating on a bed of studs. The Nova comes in black and “Clay” but that’s if you can find them.

    You might want to spring on the Nola right now if the style excites you. The shoe style is completely sold out at Barneys. As a matter of fact, the shoe was completely removed from the site. Neiman Marcus won’t be getting a restock until April. Bergdorf Goodman has none either.

    If this is a shoe you desire, there is some hope. Shopbop customers haven’t caught onto the trend and the site still has every size available, This link on Net-A-Porter shows all Novas sold out but there was a restock that is listed here with a variety of sizes. Saks Fifth Avenue has several sizes still left. FiveStory has three sizes of the sandal available. You can find almost every size of the Nova sandal on Farfetch but some retailers are starting to hike up the price.

    Part of the sandal’s popularity is likely the fact that it’s “just” $550. In a sea of $1000 heels, one can justify that this newest trend is already half-price. These sandals are extra versatile because you can pair them with black stockings or tights. We suggest you don’t wait if the Nova is piquing your interest. What inventory that still remains will probably sell out before the next big holiday break.

    Alexander Wang Nova Sandal ($550)

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    Vacation Edit: Sale-ing into Paradise

    The weather in New York isn’t as bad as it could be but who isn’t dreaming of the comfort of a plush lounge chair and soft swoosh of the Carribean tide? Now that the holiday season is done, the next order of business is to shop for upcoming trips to blue skies, warm water, and white sand.

    Yes, it’s the vacation edit!

    What can be better than leaving on vacation with an entirly new wardrobe? The idea is thrilling and with these sale prices it’s completly a viable idea.

    Intermix still has a lot of great items left from last Summer and the discounts top 75% off. Here is an adorable fuschia dress from Jonathan Simkhai that is $240 from $700. How about an Alexis pinstripe romper for  $71 from $418? There is no reason to pass up this denim skirt from Frame for $50 from $215. Here is a sequin slip dress that’s almost as dazzling as a tropical sunset and it’s only $220 from $625. You can’t go wrong matching this rainbow sweater with white jeans for a causual dinner.

    You can easily wardrobe yourself for a 10-days in Anguilla straight out of the Intermix sale section alone. There are about a dozen styles of sandals from Anciant Greek that come to about $70. These are neutral enough to go with just about anything and check out at $71 from $280.

    The same could be said for Shopbop where through Thursday, you can save an additional 25% off sale merchandise. Use the code Hello2019 at checkout to engage the additional savings. Over here is an Ulla Johnson ruffled dress that comes to $140 from $500. These Oscar de la Renta garden earrings are irresistable at $190 from $490. A wicker cross-body bag is perfect for a drive into town. This one is $60 from $200.

    We still need sunglasses! Try these Fendi cat shaped frames that are $200 from nearly $400. Linda Farrow’s round frame is nearly perfect and we love the light colored lenses. You can leave your personality at home because these exaggerated cat eyes with studds from No. 21 have just enough to make a statment.

    Last, grab a few key tees that can spice up basic bottoms. Here is a Versace tee from Barneys that’s $250 from $650. This Fendi graphic tee is $219 from $900. Saks has this Balmain bodysuit for $315 from over $1000 and Net-A-Porter has this classic Balmain gold and black tank is $200 from $300. Over here is a Miu Miu tee that’s $238 from $600 and a Palm Angels tee is $135 from $270.

    If you don’t already have a plan to get out of dodge (read: the cold weather), just remember June is only six months away. It’s never too early to practice bikini optimism.

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    Manolo Blahnik’s First Markdown

    The new year means many things to different people. To us, the new year is the start of Manolo season. Every year, the Manolo Blahnik boutique takes their first markdown following the big ball drop.

    Currently, shoes and boots from the winter collection are now discounted to 40% off. This markdown should not cause too much excitement considering that department stores are running sales where Manolos are 60% off and even more.

    In a few weeks you can expect the discount to drop to 50% off and by early February the discount climbs to 75% off. That’s when we come running. You can click here to see our Manolo closeout coverage from last year where we found lots of ornate and iconic styles for just $250. For now, you can browse the scroll. We dug up some heavily Manolos discounted that you can buy right now.

    Manolo Blahnik
    31 West 54th Street (b/w 5th and 6th)
    Mon-Fri 10:30 to 6:00, Sat 10:30 to 3:30
    212-582-3007

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    New Year: New Markdowns (DSM, Corso Como, FiveStory)

    It’s been an eventful week of holidays, travel, family and online shopping. While we’ve been merrymaking, markdowns have continued. Below are a few key sales around town. We have pictures from inside the stores in the jump.

    10 Corso Como

    Its only been about three months since 10 Corso Como opened its doors in the Seaport District. It didn’t take long for Upper East Siders to embrace the FDR road trip and long Prosseco lunches. This is the store’s first sale season and we were excited to explore. We spotted Balenciaga Triple S sneakers reduced 50% off, but only in green and only a few sizes remain. You can see pictures over here. There is also an assortment of Prada, Alaia and Vetement shoes reduced 50%. On a table in the back, there are a few styles of Prada bags and Danse Lenta bags also reduced 50% off. There is also a medium-sized assortment of clothing that’s half-off. Expect to find lots of Maison Margiela, Sies Marjan, and Comme Des Garsons.
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    Dover Street Market
    Too many people have never explored the wonders of DSM. We can’t recommend it enough and now that discounts have hit 70% off you have no excuse. During a pre-New Years jaunt, we found racks of Prada, for men and women, reduced 70% off. This Prada sweater comes to $300 from $1000. There was also this skirt. We also spotted Balenciaga tweed BB booties and slingbacks for 70% off too. Here are some pictures.
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    FiveStory
    The discounts at Fivestory have hit 70% off. We suggest you dig in now rather than waiting for the rush of its Bi-annual Offsite Sale. Lots of Rosie Assouline is reduced 70% off. We love this as a soiree dress. Most Off White is reduced by 60%. This Alanui cardigan is half-off and there is only one left. We also found some Jimmy Choo shoes reduced 60% to 70% off. These Romy heels are $300 from $1000.
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    Final Markdowns: Ringing Out 2018

    The year is abruptly coming to an end– as it always seems to do. Stores have kept with one of 2018’s top trends of early markdowns and already shifted into their final discounts of the season.

    Barneys took markdowns to 75% off. You can read about it and see pictures over here. Saks took the latest markdown on Christmas and discounts at Bergdorf went to 75% off on Friday.

    Don’t let these final markdowns fool you, in some instances, previous promotions provided steeper savings. Before the “Final Event” markdown at Bergdorf’s, all sale items were an additional 33% off. Now that the promotion expired, many categories of merchandise are more expensive. For now, you can use our spreadsheet to determine where to make your final 2018 purchases.

    Take note, some items may be reduced more than what’s indicated on the chart but we took the liberty of generalizing according to the brands and items we like most. (P.S. Bergdrof will begin running another sale promotion January 11. ????)

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