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    Gucci Sale Arrives Fashionably Late

    We know you’ve been waiting patiently ( or impatiently) for the Gucci online sale– and it is on! The presale like is right this way GUCCI PRESALE GUCCI PRESALE GUCCI PRESALE. The seasonal markdown officially goes public June 7th but with our little secret link you can start shopping right now.

    Once you check into the site you won’t want to miss the wide assortment of shoes and bags discounted 30% to 40% off. Clothing is 50% off. What’s best about Gucci’s summer 2013 collection is that it will transition wonderfully into Fall. Second markdown usually takes place in July and clothing may get discounted up to 70% off while shoes and bags can go as high as 50% off.

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    Shopping the Meatpacking Markdowns

    By ManhattanMataHari

    Many of the downtown — Meatpacking– boutiques just started markdowns. We went to check out what is available and what discounts are still coming.

    Jeffrey
    We always start our downtown shopping trip with a stop at Jeffery. Passing through the left side of the shoe area are the freshly marked down shoes. We spotted some $695 Nicholas Kirkwood suede smoking slippers for $487, $1295 Charlotte Olympia crystal-embellished platform heels for $907, and $675 Balenciaga wedges for $473. You will also find Proenza Schouler sandals, Prada pumps and Miu Miu suede peep toes all 30% off retail. Don’t expect to find the Louboutin, Chanel or Alaia heels on markdown for another two weeks. Also not on sale: Saint Laurent shoes, and we were also informed the Tributes are going to be discontinued and may not go on sale. On the ready-to-wear sales racks you also won’t find any Chanel or Alaia yet, but there are some nice dresses 30% off retail by Erdem, Proenza, JW Anderson, and Marni. Our favorite picks were a $1450 Missoni signature print dress for $1015 and Thakoon print dresses. There are also some nice fall-ready Altuzarra separates.
    Matthew (Shoes) & Kendra (RTW): (212) 206-1272

    Jeffery

    Alexander McQueen
    There are lots of majorly coveted Alexander McQueen accessories and ready-to-wear marked down 30% to 40%. There are two display cases replete with their signature skull clutches for a 30% cut, while day bags are discounted 40%. Scarves and flat shoes are also 30% off, with some cute $645 skull thongs for $464. High heels have a better reduction at 40%. While they seem to have very few small and larger sizes, the store is well stocked in most styles in sizes 37 through 38.5. There is also larger selection of sale racks of ready-to-wear marked down 40%.
    Max: (212) 645-1797

    Catherine Malandrino
    While there is no presale, this weekend on Saturday they will be marking down yellow label spring designs in lots of bright colors and flowy fabrics 40% off retail. There are lots of sizes in the back.  There are  none of the black label items like the standout laser cut leather dresses included in this markdown.
    Jose: (212) 929-8710

    Jay Godfrey
    Get Hamptons ready with fun printed silk dresses for 30% to 40% off. Their maxi dresses should be a staple in every summer wardrobe; our favorite print version was $266 from $380.
    Siguel: (212) 706-8342

    Marni Edition
    Marni’s casual offshoot Edition label is priced about 25% less than the collection label and is now marked down 30%. Most of the women’s clothing is included in the sale. We couldn’t help but notice the great summer abstract prints and a fab $2420 short cream leather trench for $1694.
    Kenny: (646) 442-6015

    Nicholas Kirkwood
    If you’re looking for an utterly unique pair of heels, head to the designer’s salon for the most eccentric and avant-garde styles the department store buyers tend to avoid. Presale will begin after the first week in June and will start with a 30% cut.
    Marell: (646) 559-5239

    Ports 1961

    Ports 1961
    Get haute Canadian couture at a 40% discount on lots of great ready-to-wear in their pre-spring collection. Many of the black and yellow palette items will transition nicely into fall, especially their black leather separates. There are also lots of brightly hued silk dresses and separates that are perfect for a chic summer look. Our favorite $1995 bright silk crepe dress is now $1197, and there are plenty of sizes out back.
    Maggie: (917) 475-1022

    Rebecca Taylor
    Head to the back of the store to find the sales racks where flirty summery dresses and separates are now 30% to 70% off. We fell for a pair of $225 pleated silk shorts in a brilliant tangerine reduced to $135 and a $225 white silk peplum top for just $90. If you are looking for summer whites, you will find them here like an elegant $295 sheath dress down to $177. There is also a rack of black clothing in more classic styles as well. We suggest stopping by soon since all sizes are out.
    Rachel: (212) 243 – 2600

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    Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale

    Nordstrom may not reside on Madison Avenue and not even in Manhattan but that won’t be the case for long. The national department store, which is coming to NY in just a few short years, is renowned for their wonderful customer service but we know them better for their wonderful markdowns. Right now designer clearance is priced up to 40% off retail. This includes bags, shoes and accessories but not Chanel and Louboutin– yet!

    We clickety clicked over to Nordstrom to see what’s available online as part of their big markdown. We love these Jimmy Choo Willow ballerina flats ($330 from $550) because they are a great transition piece into summer and again into fall. At Saks, the same shoes are $385.

    There is no shortage of Herve Leger dresses marked 40% off but we prefer Yigal Azrouël’s body con dresses if you’re looking for form fitting with more urban style. We’ve also been eyeing this Mary Katrantzou print dress ($695 from $1160) since the beginning of the season and Nordstrom currently has the best price. Net-A-Porter has the dress marked $731.

    Although these items were all less expensive at Nordstrom you still have to shop around because the pendulum tends to swing in all directions. We’ll be sure to watch which way it swings all season long.

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    No DVF Sample Sale this Season

    The Diane von Furstenberg sample sale is normally a favorite among sale shoppers but this season it seems as if it just ain’t happening. That means no $50 sample sale rack, no $150 dresses and no additional markdowns. Organizers of the sale say that a date was never set and a press representative for DVF told us that there is nothing in the planning stages.

    Those of you have stashed away for the DVF sale should not fret Racked NY has a list of almost 30 sales for the month of June. Just remember,  not sample sales offer great deals. Below is a short list of upcoming sales that we would consider worthy of our time and (some) money.

    Rodarte
    Saturday, June 1
    By appointment: andy@rodarte.net
    Ace Hotel 38 West 39th Street (b/w 5th & 6th Ave)
    Commentary: Expect to find the obvious dress that’s $4800 reduced to $1200 but there is also usually a selection of clothing in those with a more temperate budget. Last season we found clothing was priced between $200 and $500, shoes ranged from $150 to $350 and bags were about $200ish.

    Helmut Lang
    Sunday, June 2 through Wednesday, June 5
    Sun 10am— 6pm, Mon 11am—8pm, Tues—Wed 11am—7pm
    Clothingline, 261 W. 36th St between 7th & 8th Aves, 2nd fl
    Commentary: Prices are marked up to 60% off, which isn’t necessarily epic. The biggest draw is always the leather jackets, which were priced at $475 from about $1000. Basic tops and dresses, which are always a great staple were priced at $95. Tees were $55, but we prefer the Gap for $10. Helmut Lang fans could also check out Net-a-Porter, where a great variety of merchandise is discounted 50%.

    La Perla
    Sunday, June 9 through Thursday, June 13
    Sun 1pm—5pm, Mon—Thurs 11am—7pm
    225 Fifth Avenue between 26th & 27th St
    Commentary: The sale will include nightwear, swimwear and clothing that will be discounted up to 80% off. At the last sale La Perla & Black Label collections were priced $80 for bras, $50 for undies, $110 for babydolls and $130 for gowns and silk robes. One piece bathing suits were $110 and bikini’s were 90%.

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    Celine Markdown 40% Off

    Presale at Celine boutiques will start this Thursday and the sale will officially go public on June 4. The markdown will be 40% on clothing and select shoes. The brand’s popular bags and leather goods are usually not included in any discount or sale promotion.

    Celine normally represents an ideal where women don’t make fashion errors. This collection had many customers scratching their heads as it was filled with questionable fashion statements.We don’t see this collection flying off the racks even at a 50% cut. You can pretty much bet that the sale will include those furry stilettos that come in blue, red, lilac and yellow. And those Phoebe Philo fur lined versions of Birkenstocks are more fitting for the eccentric billionaire.

    Incus 212-929-7525

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    Tom Ford Pre-Sale

    The presale at Tom Ford started today. Men’s and women’s clothing, shoes and accessories are now 50% off. The sale officially opens to the public Tuesday but it’s never too early to get the ultimate in hot-sexy-luxury for half-off.

    One of the helpful sales associates hooked us up with a virtual catalogue of the bags on sale. You can click here to start browsing. They stock lists just came in so it may take a bit if time until a sales associates can add photos of clothing and shoes that are included in the markdown.

    Rachel: 212-359-0300

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    Roger Vivier Boutique Sale

    Roger Vivier will start their private sale on Wednesday, May 29th. Discounts will range from 30% to 40% off but we suggest that you shop early because the best styles and popular sizes tend to run out very quickly. The sale will fun for 10 days, ending June 7th.

    This private sale was historically only open to prior shoppers of Vivier but rules have changed and the discount will be extended to anyone with enough knowledge to ask about the markdown. For many seasons we have been drawn to the little girl shoes, which sometimes even hit 50%. (If only those little feet didn’t grow so quickly!) For full sized feet there is usually a very good selection of classic buckle shoes, however sometimes the basic black and other staples are excluded.

    Contact: Edward 212-861-5371

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    Get Clicking: Net-a-Porter Summer Sale

    Online shoppers get clicking! We hear that Net-a-Porter’s summer sale will begin Tuesday, May 28th. First markdown on NaP usually ranges from 30% to 50% off.

    We suggest that you start browsing this weekend and check out quickly on Tuesday because NaP’s sale merchandise usually flies off the virtual shelves. Last year, we found a dozen or so Christian Louboutin shoes and YSL totem wedges for 50% off.

    Usually the discount on bags isn’t as impressive as the shoes or clothing. This year we have our eyes on several Chalayan pieces along with this Prabal Gurung girly dress. As far as we’re concerned this Pierre Hardy bag is a must have! We are just waiting to see if the prices here are better than Barneys.

    Sale goes live Tuesday. Let us know what you think!

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