Yesterday, we spent some time taking a closer look at the discounts at our local department stores. Today we are crawling the web, searching for the best deals.
One would think that online price comparisons would be easy but e-tailers purposely make it difficult. Instead of one broad markdown, most online stores individually price items according to their inventory levels. It’s almost impossible to nail down a discount at destinations like Ssense and Net-a-Porter. Generally the discounts at sites range from 40% to 70% off. One must really shop around to find the real deal.
We haven’t seen the Chloe Faye bag on sale anywhere but SSense has a few styles on markdown. Net-A-Porter has the best Dolce & Gabbana selection but the markdowns on most items are just 40%.Moda’s selection is almost as good and is offering savings up to 60% and Ssense has some items discounted 70%,
Take note, that Moda Operandi seems like the overall winner as it still has a really great selection of designer merchandise and most everything is 50% off. Below is a comparison chart of Ssense, M’oda Operandi and Net-a-Porter.
This week, second markdowns topped the news. Almost all designer brands are on the sale list and have been reduced at least twice. (Chanel and a few other brands are still the exception.) At all of our department store’s spring and summer clothing is discounted 60% off but the prices of shoes and handbags vary greatly.
Take note, some boutiques offer even lower markdowns than the department stores. Never discount the benefit of comparing the sales of department stores with boutiques. Below is a comparison chart of Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue.
Nothing is more stylish than good skin. That means keeping your face out of the sun– according to every dermatologist. Luckily, hat options have exploded and Eugenia Kim’s embroidered versions couldn’t make us more giddy with excitement.
Wearing a wide brim hat, or any hat, takes confidence and poise. It also takes a high level of social grace to navigate the look outside of a beach setting. Determining the appropriate time to remove your cake topper is a skill many women are not adroit enough to navigate. (It’s usually best to take it off while at a restaurant even if you have a case of hat-head.)
Eugenia takes an innovative and playful approach to head-toppers that should not be limited to the sand and pool. We absolutely love, love, love the designer’s witty embroidered hats. Neiman Marcus has an excellent assortment including fan favorites: ‘Do not disturb‘, ‘Currently offline‘ and ‘Wish you were here‘. There is also a variety of fedoras and headscarfs, which are perfect for perfecting your blond locks as much as your sensitive skin.
Online shoppers should take advantage of the free shipping and free returns offered by Neiman Marcus. If only all stores had such a great selection and were as easy to shop as Neiman Marcus.
Chanel will take it’s official sale position this week and we couldn’t help ourselves from continuing to gather intelligence from all retail points. Bergdorf Goodman, in particular, seems to have a wide variety of styles and lots of sizes available. You can click here to see the every Chanel shoe going on sale.
Unfortunately, Bergdorf Goodman has been on a two year streak of not discounting any bags and the jewelry assortment that’s going on markdown is, ahem, not very good. We suggest you concentrate on the shoes where the discount is 30% off.
Take note, the discount on shoes at Chanel boutiques, Barneys and Bloomies is 40%. We strongly suggest you steer clear of the Chanel boutiques, as all sales are final and a size exchange won’t even be allowed until you grovel to a manager. We try to avoid those types of scenarios whenever possible.
We hear that this sale season is particularly slow. You might want to wait until the next markdown unless you have your heart set on a particular pair of shoes. In not too much time, the discount will be 50% off.
They say that Summer bodies are made in the Winter, but healthy bodies are perennial. Sometimes, however, the variety of fitness options from Class Pass isn’t even enough to motivate you to squat another inch. That’s why we’ve taken to the reward system…
Experts say that the best way to reinforce good habits is to create a reward system. Our good-job pat-on-the-back is obviously buying new workout gear. Hello! There’s a reason why every gym has a clothing boutique.
Next week, you can reward yourself and save a bundle at Phat Buddha’s first ever sample sale. If you’re not on the SLT-AKT-FLY circuit, we suggest you study up fast. Phat Buddha is known for their seamless construction and high-fashion edge. It’s a pillar brand at every fitness focused fashion store from Bandier to Shopbop.
The Phat Buddha pop-up will include active wear for men, women and children. Discounts will run from 30% to 60% off retail prices that normal range between $70 and $250. We only wish that exercising were as addictive as shopping.
Phat Buddha Sample Sale
Monday June 20 through Friday, June 24
10am to 7pm daily
501 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor (Elie Tahari Outlet Store)
Between 41st & 42nd St
Neiman Marcus started an online promotion, today, where many sale items are reduced an extra 25% off. In addition, the online arm of the department store added more designer items to their sale.
The sale also includes a lot of Prada, Saint Laurent and Mary Katrantzou that boast discounts that top 60% off. If the discount doesn’t seem like enough, you can add the items to your cart and wait… more often than not, you’ll receive an extra discount code that will send you clicking the buy-it-now button.
Lanvin is wasting no time cleansing the company of Alber Elbaz’s legacy pieces. Right now, Century 21 is hosting a Lanvin sample sale where discounts top 90% off retail. The best part is that the inventory is plentiful and the designs are legendary.
Upon entering C21 Edition, you’ll find an assortment of bags, sunglasses and other accessories that are all priced at 80% off their original price. We spotted medium size Sugar bags in beige and silver for about $500 from $2200, medium tote bags (with no fringe) are under $300 from $1450 and Happy bags were just under $500 from about $2300. We also found various Nomad bags and Trilogy satchels that could be found in leather and exotics.
Upstairs is where the real magic happens. Woman’s shoes and clothing are both priced at 80% off. Lavin’s classic ballet flats that are famous for making your feet feel almost naked start at just $100 from about $500. Clunky platform sandals like these (without the studs) are about $260 from $1300 and platform wedge espadrilles like these but without the studs are $160 from $800.
Among the woman’s clothing are a variety of dresses, gowns, furs, blouses and even some exquisitely constructed basics. Collectors and admirers should always go for Lanvin’s red or black wool crepes. They are second to none. Dresses of lace, ribbons, raw edges and expert draping are also a classic staple of the famed French designer. Most of the selection is from last year’s Summer season, which is perfect for wear-now impulse purchases.
Be sure to take a look at the men’s clothing, shoes and accessories too. After all, Father’s Day is this Sunday. There is also a smaller assortment of girl’s clothing that is priced at 90% off retail. Shopping for little girls has no bounds. This is even more true with this type of discount.
There is no doubt that Lanvin fans should head downtown to this sale. We are told that there is still lots of stock to be put out. We wouldn’t be surprised if the sale were to be extended through the weekend and another markdown was taken.
This is a bitter sweet ending to a long love affair with Lanvin. Elbaz is an undisputed fashion legend and would be well suited to follow Lagerfeld to continue the Chanel heritage. Let’s hope.
Lanvin Sample Sale
Through Friday, June 17
Thurs 8am-9pm, Fri 8am-6pm
21 Dey St. (Btwn Church & Broadway)
We hear that the Chanel sale won’t officially start until June 23 but Bloomingdales and Barneys will begin presale on Thursday. The discount will be 40% on shoes and clothing in both stores. We are still collecting intelligence on which bags may be discounted.
If you want something in particular, we suggest contacting a reliable sales person to hold the desired items. Last season was exceptionally difficult for Chanel lovers because very few bags styles went on sale. We are told that this season’s sale stock list is small as well. Head right this way to browse a small selection of shoes that have been flagged for markdown. Stay tuned for updates.
