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    On Sale: Prada, Bottega & Valentino

    Last week we reported about several boutiques starting their presales. Some highlights were Tom Ford, which has discounted their entire inter collection of shoes, clothing and handbags 50% off. Gucci and YSL are also on sale with discounts that range from 30% to 50% off.

    Today we are adding several more Madison Avenue boutiques that have joined in on the joy of sale season. The details are below:

    Prada
    Presale at Prada started today. For the winter clearance clothing is being discounted a shocking 50%, shoes 50% and this season’s handbags 40%. The sale will officially start Thursday. This is the largest first markdown Prada has offered in several seasons. We would suggest grabbing the items you most want immediately.
    Ramone Alanzo 212-327-4200

    Bottega Veneta
    Getting an appointment to Bottaga Veneta’s private leather goods and handbag sale may not be easy but it’s worth a shot. For a few hours this Wednesday, shoppers will be able to shop from a limited selection of merchandise that will be reduced 30% off. Clothing and shoes will be reduced even further at a discount of 50% off. If you have a problem obtaining an appointment for the Wednesday private sale, we suggest contacting the brand’s outlet at Woodbury Common.
    Yuko: 212-371-5511

    Valentino
    The Valentino boutique has started their presale. The discount on shoes, handbags and clothing is 40% off. Most of the Rockstud collection is not included int he markdown but you can use the seasonal discount towards a metal studded bootie that’s now $597 from $995 or a flower embroidered handbag that’s now $1797 from $2995. Online shoppers can use the code EXCLUSIVEVALENTINO at checkout to access the discount. The only problem with shopping the sale online is that you can’t see what’s on sale until it’s already in your cart.
    Neusa 212-772-6969

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    So-Called Cyber Monday

    Chances are that you’ve been shopping or browsing online and offline all weekend. Nonetheless, marketers sill insist that the Cyber Monday continue after Thanksgiving.

    Chuckle as you might, we are a stickler for tradition. To find the best places to surf on Monday we reached out to the mother of all online sale trackers, Shop It To Me. Site founder and CEO, Charlie Graham says, “When it comes to shopping online for clothing, shoes and accessories–the past two years, on Thanksgiving weekend and Cyber Monday the deals have been the best at online-only sites–such as Zappos, Net-a-Porter, Shopbop, Piperlime, followed by department store sites and specialty retailer sites.”

    We decided to take Charlie Graham’s cyber sale knowledge and play it against our “real world” experience. Below are our ratings of of Charlie’s favorite e-railers followed by our master conclusion.

    Milly Dress from Piperlime

    Zappos:
    The online shoe and clothing retailer is hosting a fall sale where we found select merchandise is 5% to 25% off. Although the markdowns not much, shoppers love the site for its free standard shipping for both deliveries and returns. Through Cyber Monday, Zappos is offering free overnight shipping on all orders with at least one article of clothing.
    Madspy rating: C-

    Net-a-Proter:
    As of Sunday night, the online luxury retailer dropped their markdown to 50% off on on a small selection of merchandise. A dazzling Hakaan dress is $920 from $1840, a RED Valentino jacket is $312 from %625 and sparkly Jimmy Choo ballet flats are $2212 from $425. Most of the best merchandise from this is still just 30% off but we know that NAP is always the first retailer to start their end-of-season sale.
    Madspy rating: A-

    Shopbop:
    The designer e-tailer is hosting a spend some-get-some campaign where the more you spend the more you save. For example, if you spend $250 you save 20% but if you spend $1500 or more you save 35%. The downside is that most of this season’s designer merchandise is not marked down at all. On the bright side, the site has a decent sale section where you can save even more with the stacked discount promotion. We spotted a Sonia Rykiel vinyl rain jacket for $275 from $550 and a
    Elise Overland leather bolero for $690 from $2300.
    Madspy rating: B

    Piperlime:
    The site is offering shoppers a straight 20% off savings site wide. In the site’s sale section we found a great Milly dress for $346 from $495 and a Cut 25 blazer for $347 from $495.
    Madspy rating: B+

    Master Conclusion:
    Most luxury designer boutiques and department stores have started sales and presales that range from 30% to 50% off. We think that you should refrain from clicking this Cyber Monday if you’re favorite online retailer is offering any less of a discount than your local store. We agree with Shop it to Me’s CEO when he says, “At this time of year, use 40% off as your barometer of what’s a good deal.”

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    16 Black Friday Deals on Madison

    It’s hard to think of tony Madison Avenue stores offering door busters to Birkin carrying shoppers the day after Thanksgiving. If you’re sceptical, think again. Luckily there are more contemporary stores than ever on the Avenue, which means you can participate in the holiday shopping spirit, save big and never set foot into a mall or shopping center.

    BCBG Max Azria
    770 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Through Monday you can save up to 50% off the brand’s most popular styles.

    Coach
    35 east 85th street
    The deal: Enjoy 25% off your purchase

    Calypso
    935 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save an additional 25% off your purchase and take 50% off already reduced merchandise

    DKNY
    655 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save 30% off holiday dresses through Saturday

    J Crew & CrewCuts
    1035 Madison (Women)
    1040 Madison (Men)
    769 Madison (Collection)
    1119 Madison (Kids)
    The deal: You can save an extra 25% off your purchases in stores and online

    Joie
    1196 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save 20% to 30% off

    Intermix
    1003 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save an additional 30% off sale items for a total of up to 70% off.

    Joe Fresh
    1055 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save 30% off all regular priced merchandise from 5am to 10am on Friday.

    Olive & Bette
    1070 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Shoppers will be given the opportunity to pop a balloon and earn a special coupon towards their purchase.

    Ralph Lauren
    867 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save an additional 25% off already reduced merchandise in stores and online

    Rebecca Taylor
    980 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Take an additional 25% off markdowns in stores and online. While you’re there don’t miss the Origami windows, which were designed by photographer/ artist Elle Muliarchyk.

    Milly
    900 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save 20% in stores an online

    Juicy Couture
    860 Madison Avenue
    The Deals: Save 40% off already reduced merchandise, Track and Bird, handbags, shoes, jewelry, outerwear, sweaters and cold weather accessories

    Theory
    755 Madison Avenue
    1157 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Enjoy 30% Off Wear-Now styles

    Tory Burch
    797 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Spend $300 at Tory Burch this Friday through Monday, and receive 30% off your purchase. Excludes Reva, GC’s and Foundation Product.

    Vince
    980 Madison Avenue
    The deal: Save an additional 20% off through Monday

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    Midnight Madness at Woodbury Common

    By ManhattanMataHari

    The thought of Black Friday fills us some with dread but others love the energy of overflowing stores and unbelieveable deals. To some, traveling to Woodbury Common is as much of a holiday tradition as visiting the tree at Rockefeller Center.

    We sent our spies upstate to the notorious outlet center to get the inside scoop. Luckily, our sources have made it easier than ever to determine if it’s worth diving right into the holiday season. To check the store hours and for additional sale information, visit the Woodbury Commons website. Those who prefer a more pieceful shopping environment are encouraged to call the outlet and have your purchases shipped right to your door.

    Balenciaga
    Women’s fall/winter 2011 merchandise will be an additional 25% off while spring/summer 2011 inventory is a whopping additional 60% off outlet prices. Some handbags and accessories will be marked an additional 25% to 30% off. Popular City bags are not included but there are some smaller classic First versions available for normal outlet pricing (30% off retail) in camouflage ponyhair, navy and white canvas, and black leather with gold hardware. One lucky size 42 lady can take home a popular $2650 brown moto jacket for just $1499.
    Percy: (845) 928-2006
    Friday: 12am-10pm
    Saturday: 7am-10pm
    Sunday: 8am-9pm

    Bottega Veneta
    Don’t count on getting any additional markdowns on popular woven style handbags or shoes, but certain seasonal purses will be an additional 30% to 50% off outlet prices this weekend. The Veneta fall/winter 2011 collection is 30% off retail with older pieces discounted 50% to 60%. Generally, outerwear and shoes are a 50% cut. Intrecciato fans won’t be disappointed to find lots of brightly colored seasonal purses like satchel styles for $2389 and totes $1529 to $1579.
    Akiko: (845) 928-4563
    Friday 12am-10pm
    Saturday: 9am-10pm
    Sunday: 9am-10pm

    Chloe
    The early bird clearly gets the worm at Chloe, with a door-busting additional 30% off everything in the store in the morning and then 20% after 6am. All outlet handbags are currently 50% off retail already (except for popular Marcie and Paraty styles). Lucky shoppers will be able to score these popular styles at a 20% to 30% discount, with small Marcie hobos (retail $1465 to $1500) now $1200 to $1300. Medium size Marcies in python (retail $3580) will be $2700 and a medium Paraty in rock color ($1895 retail) will be about $1600. We suggest you skip the chaos and presale these popular bags over the phone now for the 20% cut because they may not stick around until Friday. There is a plentiful selection of shoes already an additional 40% off outlet prices, including lots of exotic and leather boots, rain boots and wedge booties. Clothing is already 40% off retail and will be marked down about 50% off.
    Jerry: (845) 928-6260
    Friday: 12am-10pm (additional 30% off 12am-6am; 20% off for rest of weekend)
    Saturday: 6am-10pm
    Sunday: 6am-10pm

    Fendi
    Fendi opens at Midnight on Thanksgiving but additional markdowns don’t start until 6am. Outlet prices for handbags and accessories are already 30% off retail and the store will offer an additional 10% off starting in the early morning. Just be warned that there are no baguette or peekaboo styles at the store. You will find the international totes and a monogram Boston bag. Ready-to-wear will be the best bargain (outlet prices are already 65% to 70% off retail) and there will be an additional 20% cut. Shoes, including some boots will be an extra 15% to 30% off the outlets already halved prices. Furs are not included in this sale but they are 40% off retail.
    Lauren: (845) 928-5455
    Friday: 6am-10pm (possible in-store sale 12am-6am TBD Wednesday evening)
    Saturday: 8am-10pm
    Sunday: 8am-10pm

    Gucci
    We are told that there will be an additional Black Friday discount but the amount has yet to be determined. Women’s clothing is already 50% to 70% off retail but there are no furs or outerwear available. There are a decent amount of dresses but not many gowns. There are lots of handbags and a mix of leather a monogram styles for about 30% to 50% off retail.
    Jessica: (845) 928-8034
    Thursday: 9pm- Friday 10pm
    Saturday: TBD if sale will continue
    Sunday: TBD if sale will continue

    Marni
    Marni is kicking off sale season with an additional 25% off outlet prices for fall/winter 2011 merchandise. Older inventory will be an extra 50% off their outlets prices, which are already 50% from retail. Nothing in the store will be excluded and the sale will continue well past this weekend –until everything is sold.
    Michelle: (845) 610-2240
    Friday: 12am-10pm

    Moncler
    While there will be no additional discounts the store did receive a few shiny puffer jackets in green and purple yesterday. You should call now if you’re interested in these because they will likely be gone by Friday. The selection of matte puffers is much better and are available in brown, taupe and black. Small sizes are limited but at least you will save 35% off of retail.
    Britney: (845) 928-3045
    Friday: 12am-10pm

    Prada
    While there will not be any additional Black Friday discounts, the outlet is 35% to 40% off retail. There are handbags, clothing, shoes (lots of boots), as well as two styles of furs. The Prada outlet is expecting a large shipment of merchandise on Friday and should be well stocked.
    Britney: (845) 928-3706
    Friday: 5am-10pm

    Tom Ford Outlet

    Tom Ford
    There is an extensive selection of leather handbags, shoes and ready-to-wear available at one of our favorite designer’s outlet store. While there aren’t any popular Jennifer flap zipper bags, there are loads of discounted exotic leather bags. Brown and black crocodile (retail $19,990) are normally $7996 at the outlet, but will be discounted an additional 25% making them a cool $5997 each. Ford’s dresses will be priced between $530 and $650, including the extra 25% to 50% off outlet prices. Men and women’s shoes will be an additional 50% off and jewelry will be an additional 25%. Our jaws dropped when we found gladiator style s $71 to $78 for gladiator style sandals (retail over $650), flats around $60, and heels ranging from $122 to under $500 for exotics. You can view a price list and inventory for the sale here.
    Jessica Graziadio: (845) 684 – 3100 (in store Wednesday 21st from 1pm – 9pm for requests)
    Friday: 5am-10pm
    Saturday: 7am-10pm
    Sunday: 8am-9pm

    Yves Saint Laurent
    Starting Wednesday, handbags and shoes will be an additional 30% off the normal 30% discount. The YSL outlet is currently stocked with Tributes and Tribtoos, although size 38s are out of luck. They also have some oversize Muse handbags in orange and white and large versions in crackled black leather ($1183) and metallic silver ($714). Clothing and sunglasses will be an extra 60% off outlet prices. Pre-sale over the phone with a credit card is available, although all sales are final.
    Shirley:(845) 928-2169
    Wednesday: 10am-9pm
    Friday: 12am-10pm

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    Fashionista’s Gift Paradise

    Right about this time of year we start brainstorming on how to wow the most fashion savvy of our friends. Really, what do you get someone who can get themselves almost anything?

    We have the answer!

    The CFDA & Vogue Fashion have created a charitybuzz auction to benefit those affected by superstorm Sandy. This auction is not just any auction. The biggest names in fashion have donated some truly amazing prizes that would make even the most irreverent fashion insider crack a smile.

    Auction prizes include attending fashion week with Anna Wintour, which is already priced at $10,000 and a personal styling session with Charlotte Ronson with two front row tickets to her fashion show and after party. That one has a current bid of just $2000 but is valued at $10k.

    There is really a gift for almost everyone: You can win your fashion obsessed daughter a week internship at DKNY. You can even wow your hedge fund husband by winning him a round of golf with NYC Mayor, Michael Bloomberg.

    Our personal dream gift is the week at Diane von Furstenberg’s Harbour Island Beach House. Everyone needs to get out of the cold.

    The auction ends December 5th and we couldn’t think of a more fulfilling way to help others!

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    Presale at Gucci & YSL

    Early this week is the best time time to get shop if you’re looking for a bit of savings and beating the crowds. Department stores and high-end boutiques have started taking presale orders for holiday promotions.

    Most recently, Gucci and YSL started their presales. Right now, you can save between 30% and 50% off at Gucci boutiques. If you prefer to shop online then you can use this private online presale link and your order will ship on November 30th. In-store shoppers, who find a compassionate sales person, may be able to take their purchases with them immediately.  While browsing the Gucci boutique, we found a lilac Soho tote for $979 from $1395, a black wool cape is $1100 from $2200 and Betty platform booties are $500 from $1000.

    Over at Yves Saint Laurent/ Saint Laurent/ Saint Laurent Paris –still can’t figure out the rebranding and don’t really care– you should be able to presale your intended purchases within a boutique. There is no online presale link, yet. The discount is similar to Gucci with bags marked 30% off but clothing is 40% off. While the store is fully stocked, we suggest grabbing a pair of these metallic silver pumps or a leather miniskirt.

    Those who have an affinity for YSL beauty can save 20% off during the brand’s friends and family beauty event. Shoppers can use this link take advantage of the is private link. The sale runs through November 22 and you can use the code PREVIEW12.

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    Busting the Saks Door Buster

    Want to pick up some great deals at Saks Fifth Avenue for Black Friday but loath the idea of shopping among the throngs of early morning shoppers? Our trick is presaling the items we most covet.

    Starting Monday, you can ask a Saks sales person to set help you set aside the purchases you would otherwise make the day after Thanksgiving. If you play your cards right you can save yourself 70% off.

    It may not seem like great-discount-shopping season but the markdowns add up quickly. Right now the  many items are discounted 40% off. Then the Saks door buster is usually another 50% off if you shop before noon. Before you know it, you have a November markdown of 70% off.

    There’s one hitch, not all items are included. The extra 50% only pertains to items already marked down. You might need to sift through some racks to find what you want but it’s better than waiting for the consolidation sake. So, we highly suggest you go to Saks early next week if you’re looking to take advantage of the unbelievable deals presented by Saks. Otherwise, you can always door bust with the best of them.

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