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    Victoria Beckham x Target Launched Today

    It was this time last year that Marimekko launched at Target. Shoppers were not particularly enthusiastic and much of the kitchy merchandise languished at stores through much of the Summer. This year, Target teamed up with the Spice Girl, Victoria Beckham for what seems to have been a successful collaboration.

    The capsule collection launched today and even far out of the city Target stores were sold out of certain items and running low on others. The most popular pieces of the collection were items with a calla lily motif. This button down top is sold out within 100 miles of New York and online, same goes for the matching pants but the dress was still available stores. The black and white scalloped skirt was also a big hit and good luck finding one of these bomber jackets.

    Were were surprised that this solid scalloped skirt, which comes in orange or black, was plentiful at our local beach-side Target store and also still available online. The lace collection, which includes dresses, shorts, and jackets were also plentiful. (It seems that everyone agrees that the color palate was off.) The collared dresses are also in full stock. It’s never a good sign when a dress can have you easily confused with a nun or party waitstaff.

    As always, the best items were the little girl’s and baby’s collections. Much of the baby items are completely sold out online and in stores. We loved the floral two-piece set but only found two left when shopping. This body suit is sold out online but we spotted several while shopping. The cotton quality is very nice but $13 is no steal.

    The girls selection was the best but the sizing difference from medium to large was very vast. The mediums were okay to wear right now but won’t fit through the Summer. The larges are so big that they wouldn’t fit for two years. For $28 a dress we bounced for a few key styles like this lovely white shift dress and a pink drip waist dress with flower pockets.

    That is good news is that the return policy is just 14-days for these types of limited edition collaborations. So you’re likely to see a lot of Beckham come back to stores. We suggest talking local Target customer service department in about a week.

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    Coming Soon: David Yurman Sample Sale

    The sample sale that you have been waiting for is for is finally here. David Yurman will be hosting his semi-annual sample sale starting April 27.

    This sale event usually takes place in March and many fans of the brand were afraid that the sale would not happen this season. Better late than never, right? Discounts normally range from 30% to 60% off retail and 10% of all proceeds on the first day of the sale will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

    At David Yurman‘s last sale, attendees reported a line of over 150 shoppers waiting to get in. Many people waited more than an hour before gaining entrance. Inside shoppers said to have found cable bracelets reduced 30% off and other styles were discounted 50%. Rings and necklaces were 50% off and watches and pendants were reduced by 60%.

    Prices at this sale aren’t precisely a steal. This is a good option for discount shoppers considering how David Yurman jewelry retains it’s value and how it’s become increasingly difficult to find the designer’s jewelry at outlets or discount stores.

    There are additional markdowns taken throughout the sale. If you don’t mind a wait, we suggest attending the sale early to get the best selection. Alternatively, we found some discount Yurman you can start shopping now.

    David Yurman Sample Sale
    Thursday, April 27 through Sunday, April 30
    Thurs 3pm-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-5pm
    The Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street

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    Intermix Private Sale 15% to 25% Off

    We aren’t usually big Intermix shoppers but this season’s selection seems especially attractive. We love all the ruffles, the color schemes and broad price ranges. The under-the-radar sale even makes Intermix shopping even more desirable.

    Through April 17 you can save between 15% and 25% depending on how much you buy. The breakdown is below:

    $400 to $999, save 15%
    $1000 to $2500, save 20%
    $2500+, save 25%

    The one problem with this sale is the extensive exclusions. It’s not just top designers like Fendi and Valentin,o but Monrow and Self-Portite are also excluded. Among the items that are included in the sale are this Sea eyelet ruffled blouse, a Caroline Constas off-the-shoulder gingham top and Pam & Gela sport pants with stripes.

    If you’re looking for even better savings, head to the sale section. We found these Helmut Lang leather pants reduced to $279 from nearly $1000, lace-up sweatpants are $90 from $200 and a Tabula Rasa stripped dress is $160 from $500.

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    Inside the Loro Piana Sample Sale

    The Loro Piana sale started at Soiffer Haskin on Sunday. This sale is notoriously on the pricey side, so we held off attending until additional discounts were announced. Today the prices dropped and now the current discounts range from 50% to 70% off retail.

    Loro Piana’s luxurious cashmere tops, sweaters and scarves are placed on isles of huge tables. From the softest knitwears to light–as–a–feather scarves, there were tons of Piana’s classic items in a plethora of gorgeous hues. The discount on sweaters is now 60% off and scarves have been reduced 50%. Many of the silk and cashmere scarves retailed at about $1100 and are now $550. Most sweaters range from about $600 to about $800 and now ring in at about $240 to $320. (Click over this way to see pictures.)

    The inventory is really wonderful at this sale and it’s not often that you can find such a selections with discounts this low. If you can’t make it to the sale we found some similar items reduced at Neiman Marcus. For example this cashmere sweater is discounted 70% off online and on another site we spotted this print scarf that’s priced similarly here.

    Women’s clothing hanging on racks are discounted 50%. Among the ‘racked’ clothing you’ll find various slacks, shirts and skirts. Coats and outerwear, many with fur accents, are discounted 50%. Considering that we are going into Spring, it’s a bit hard to fork over these larger sums of money. For example, a double faced cashmere jacket is still over $3000 after the discount.

    The most discounted items are 70% off and include bags, shoes and fabric bolts. Booties are about $400 from $1350 and men’s ‘roadsters‘ are $270 from $950. Suede cross-body bags are $330 from $1150 and a medium size reversible bag is about $1000 from over $3000.

    The sale was extremely quite. There were more employees on the floor than shoppers. We aren’t sure if there will be more discounts before the sale wraps up on Thursday. Cashmere lovers who don’t mind making a fashion investment will be provided with enough options to warm your heart through next Winter.

    Loro Piana Sample Sale
    Through Thursday, April 6
    Wed 9am-6:30pm, Thurs 9am-5pm
    Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd St
    Click here for pictures from the sale

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    Inside the Bandier Sample Sale

    Everyone on the SLT-AKT-FLY circuit needs to listen up because styling for your favorite cross-fit class or pilates burn takes a lot more than showing up. A great workout outfit is the best accessory to your toned muscles. Scoring a great look for a discount is even a bigger triumph.

    Tonight the Bandier sample sale opened to press and other insiders. The selection includes a large verity of athleisure clothing, workout wear, outerwear, sportswear, sneakers and accessories. The selection is as amazing as you would expect from Bandier but the prices are still a bit of a stretch.

    Bottoms, which consist mostly of leggings, are priced in tiers. Most of the most covetable leggings are either $69 or $99, which doesn’t really seem like a great bargain. Ultracore Miami print leggings are $99 from $185. That’s less than 50% off. They are currently only $39 more on the Bandier website and an additional promotion would make the price equal. We also spotted these Koral high rise leggings that are $99 from $158. They are currently only $20 more on the website. This palm print sports bra from Ultracore is $69 from $97, or the same exact price as it is online. (You can see lots of pictures in the jump.)

    Moving on to the sneaker selection there is a large selection from Nike, Adidas and APL. The prices are a straight 60% off, which seems even better than the clothing. We spotted black and silver Stella McCartney sneakers for about $75 from $122, APL sneakers with silver and blue are $60 from $150 and Les (Art)ists slip-on sneakers are $112 from $278.

    In the back there is a quiet area with a few racks of outerwear. Everything there is a straight 50% off. Among the selection is an bomber jacket from Upside that’s $125 from $256. It’s still full price here. A long cardigan from Monrow is $185 from $370 and a Prabal Gurung moto jacket in a scuba fabric is $150 from $295.

    The sale preview drew a nice crowed and we are pretty sure there will be a wait to get into the sale tomorrow. Most shoppers didn’t leave with large hauls but there was still a line that wrapped around the store to check out. We expect that it could be worse tomorrow. We suggest waiting this sale out or just shopping around online. We have lots of pictures of what we found in the jump and have also linked to items priced similarly at other retailers (like Bloomingdales????).

    Bandier Sample 
    Sale
    Tuesday, April 4 through Sunday, April 9
    Tues 9am-8pm, Wed & Thur 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm
     260 Sample Sale: 260 Fifth Avenue
    See pictures from the sale

    Sneakers 60% Off

    Sneakers 50% off

    $99 from $185

    $49 from $72

    Upside $29 from $62

    $29 from $97

    $29 from $97

    $69 from $125

    $65 from $135

    $75 from $150

    $330 from 665

    $49 from $86

    $69 from $118

    $99 from $180

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    SAMPLE SALES ???????????? for April

    Spring is in the air and we couldn’t be more excited to start planning for the warmer weather. New sandals, lightweight dresses and lots of rosé, of course. We aren’t quite ready to start pulling out the bikinis but long weekends will be here before you know it.

    We’ve exclusively listed only the sample sales that would personally consider attending. The post will continue to be updated throughout the month and remain just a click away in the right sidebar. Below is a list of what we believe to be April’s best sample sales. Feel free to leave feedback in the comments section so that everyone can benefit from the ‘Spy’ network.

    Loro Piana Sample Sale
    At the last sale, in the Fall all merchandise was reduced from 40% to 60% off. The sticker prices as this sale tend to be a bit pricey but cashmere fans can’t resist. On the bright side, the crowds are thin but the inventory is always plentiful.
    Sunday, April 2 through Thursday, April 6
    Sun to Wed 9am-6:30pm, Thurs 9am-5pm
    Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd St
    Read the full report here

    Bandier Sample Sale
    At the last sale, activewear ranged in price from $19 to $99, sports bras were $19 or $39 and Nike sneakers were discounted 60%. Prices may be different because this is the first time the sale is hosted at this venue. We will be sure to keep you updated with any changes.
    Tuesday, April 4 through Sunday, April 9
    Tues 9am-8pm, Wed & Thur 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm
    260 Sample Sale: 260 Fifth Avenue
    Read the full report here

    Eddie Borgo Sample Sale
    Expect to find handbags and fashion jewelry priced up to 70% off. A brass collar will be $65 from $295, a thick brass bracelet will be $65 from $275 and a shoulder bag with brass hardware will be $200 from $640.
    Friday, April 7 and Saturday, April 8
    Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 10am – 6pm
    204 Elizabeth Street, 2nd Fl

    Hanro Showroom Sample Sale
    Discounts are said to be up to 75% off. At a previous sale we found camisoles for $30, loungewear ranged from $35 to $100 and sleepwear was priced from $50 to $80. We suggest you attend this sale when it starts because there aren’t replenishments or price reductions. 
    Tuesday, April 18 and Wednesday, April 19
    Tue 8am-6pm, Wed 8am-5pm
    Hanro Showroom, 358 Fifth Ave, 6th Fl

    Marc Jacobs Sample Sale
    At the last sale Marc Jacobs clothing, all coats were $250, dresses were $100, blouses were $50 and tees were $20. Dresses from the Marc by Marc Jacobs line were $60 and tees were $10.
    Tuesday, April 18 through Sunday, April 23
    Tues 11am-8pm, Wed to Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-4pm
    150 Greene Street

    Oscar de la Renta
    At last year’s sale the bridal gowns from size 2 to 10 were the biggest hit with shoppers and ranged in price from $1300 to $4000. Gowns were either $800 or $1500 depending on the intricacy. Most of the ready-to-wear was about 70% off retail. Handbags were about $600 and shoes started at just $60.
    Tuesday, April 25 through Sunday, April 30th
    Tues 10am-7pm, Wed-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm
    151 Wooster Street

    Manolo Sale Sample Sale
    We expect that prices will run along the same lines as last season. Plain shoes, including leather, suede satin, and printed fabric start at $125 and go up to $150. Shoes with embellishments like glitter and studs were priced $175. Boots started at $200 for basic versions and went up to $400 for over-the-knee styles.
    Thursday, April 27th
    Sale opens: 11am and closes when the inventory dwindles (usually 3pm – 4pm)
    The Warwick Hotel, 54th Street and 6th Avenue, 2nd Floor
    Cash only!

    David Yurman Sample Sale
    Shoppers waited more than an hour before gaining entrance. Inside, shoppers found cable bracelets reduced 30% off and other bracelets styles were discounted 50%. Rings and necklaces were 50% off and watches and pendants were reduced by 60%. 
    Thursday, April 27 through Sunday, April 30
    Thurs 3pm-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-5pm
    The Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street

    Edie Parker Sample Sale
    The sale will consist of samples, past season’s stock and vintage pieces. Bags will be priced from $400 to $500.

    Thursday, April 27 & Friday, April 28
    Thurs 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-5pm
    Bryant Park Hotel, 40 West 40 Street (The Loft)

    Ippolita Sample Sale
    Just in time for Mother’s Day, expect to find most items discounted 65% off retail and a few, less desirable pieces, reduced 75% to 90% off. Last season, there was a markdown after the first day and then another reduction for the last day. We suggest waiting for the last day of the sale unless you’re looking for a particular item.
    Thursday, April 27 through Sunday, April 30
    Thurs & Fri 9am-7pm, Sat & Sun 9am-6pm
    Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd Street

    Baccarat Sample Sale
    We know Edison isn’t an exotic location but the trip can yield quite an amount of luxurious items. Expect to find stemware, barware, vases, decorative pieces, gifts and a large selection of jewelry all priced up to 80% off.
    Friday, April 28 & Saturday, April 29
    Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm
    36 Mayfield Avenue, Edison, NJ
    800-845-1928

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    Friendly Days Are Here Again: Milly, Theory, A&O, Bobbi Brown

    This week is turning out to be very friendly. We’ve already detailed the friends and family goings on at Bloomingdales and DVF but there are lots of other sales to shop with friends.

    Theory, Milly, Helmut Lang, Alice & Olivia and Bobbi Brown are all hosting friends and family sales this weekend. Details for each brand are below:

    Alice & Olivia
    Starting today you can save 25% off everything from Alice & Olivia— including sale items. The discount is applied at checkout and no code is necessary. Check out with this leather cropped moto jacket, a rainbow tiered gown and embroidered bell bottoms. The sale ends Sunday, April 2.

    Theory
    You can save 25% off Theory by using the code FRIENDS. The sale runs through April 2. Some of our favorite items include this mini-utility skirt, high waisted wide-leg pants , and the newly launched Whitney Bag with a hoop focal point.

    Milly
    Use the code MILLYSQUAD to save 20% off your purchase. The best part of the sale is that Milly just got in their newest collection that includes some great items for summer. We love this linen jumpsuit, these denim print crepe pants with a self-tie waist and this abstract print dress.

    Helmut Lang
    The promotional discount at Helmut Lang is 25% off. The sale runs through Monday. Use the code FAMILY at checkout. Some highlights of the season include this 90s-style leather jacket, minimalist ostrich slides and relaxed pleated pants.

    Bobbi Brown
    You can save 20% off when you shop Bobbi Brown’s friends and family sale online. N The sale starts on Sunday, April 2 and runs through Saturday, April 8th. No code is necessary. Some of the most popular products are the long-wear gel eyeliner, Foundation Stick and the Luxe Lip Color in mauve. After your done shopping, click this way to read a great Q&A in Cosmo with the brand’s namesake. She openly talks about why she left the brand, her future plans and her affection for makeup artists. It’s a great read.

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    DVF Friends & Family Sale

    Diane von Furstenberg’s friends & family sale is here. You can save 25% off almost all items by using the code “FRIENDS25”.

    The promotion runs online and in stores through Monday, April 3. This season, sale merchandise isn’t included in the promotion. It appears as if this sale is becoming increasingly unfriendly to sale shoppers. ????

    DVF has had difficult times the past few seasons and this include these white pants with colorful ribbon trim, a multi-print wrap top and a flattering fitted dress. If you’re the type that values sample sale prices over the newest styles, we suggest you use the discount opportunity on sale merchandise.

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