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    Versace Presale 50% Off

    We have officially found the best markdown of the season– thus far. Versace is currently preselling fall and winter collection at a 50% discount. The runway collection, shoes and bags are all included in the half-off markdown.

    One has to wonder if the steep initial discount and rare inclusion of the runway collection is a sign of difficulties for the house of Versace. In prior years, the discount stated at 30% and then continued to 50%. During boom times, however, the Italian company decided to do away with discounts all together. The sight mall trolling teens with discount Versace was just too much.

    Well, not any more. Teens, this is your chance to load up and hit the mall!

    Contact: Gilles 212-317-0224

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    Gift Idea: Dannijo Pile-On

    I think we’ve mentioned how much we have been enjoying the less expensive thrills of fashion jewelry. One of our favorite designers for bold edgy pieces is Dannijo. There is just one problem. It doesn’t seem as if one great piece is ever enough.

    To really achieve a bold look you’re going to want to employ the more-is-more philosophy. Stack a series of three or four smaller bracelets on one arm and a bold bangle on the other. Pair a glittery set of earrings with an eye-popping cocktail ring. If you’re not sure of how this pile-up works, check out Melissa Meyers’s Dannijo tutorial on PageDaily.com.

    All you need to do is add some wild hair for drama and you are set to go — even if you’re wearing all black. A great selection of Dannijo can be found at Bergdorf Goodman, Net-a-Porter and on the Dannijo website.

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    Dior: Straight to Outlets

    Last month, we reported that the Dior boutique was moving from their Madison Avenue location to 57th. As a result, the entire sale season was in question. Today, we received word that Dior outlets have received a hefty shipment of fall shoes, accessories and clothing hot off the boutique racks.

    The discount ranges from 30% to 40% off retail, which isn’t very attractive for an outlet price. If you don’t need an item right away, we suggest waiting for after Christmas. Outlets usually run amazing holiday discount sales that range from an extra 30% to 50% off.

    Dior @ Woodbury Common
    845-928-4602

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    Gift Idea: Fine Vintage

    Our dance card has been filled with several wonderful holiday parties. Whether it’s a magazine fette at a hot new venue or a networking event at a Fifth Avenue penthouse, you need to make the decision if you want to be noticed for your bold fashion choices or understated elegance.

    On either occasion it’s easy to make into cliche fashion choices. The most eye-popping looks are not the obvious choices like a Chanel clutch or Hermes JPG evening bag. When inspecting the fashion choices of other invited guests, we’ve really started to appreciate the unexpected.

    Vintage and consignment stores are the best way to capture an accessory or accent that is unpredictable. LA’s Decades Two has been running a huge Chanel sale over the past week. While we expect the boutique had an amazing assortment the online merchandise has quickly dwindled.

    Instead we found an amazing collection of corc Judith Leiber clutches. They are both stylish, understated and not jeweled! The prices range from $680 to $800 but the site is running a 15% off promotion if you use the code CHA15.

    Don’t be shy. Take a look. You might find a gift that is perfectly unpredictable. Just remember that this is a consignment store, which means there are no backsies!

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    This Week’s Worthy Sample Sales

    The weeks leading up to Christmas are always prime for sample sales. There are literally dozens scheduled for this week but not all of them are worthy of your time and money. In order to save you energy, we combed through our inbox and favorite blogs to compose a list of Madison Avenue Spy worthy sample sales.

    Proenza Schouler
    Tuesday, December 14 to Thursday, December 16
    9am to 6pm
    495 Broadway (@ Broome St), 8th floor

    The sale opens to the public on Tuesday, which means Monday is a VIP, press or friends and family day. We imagine that this sale won’t be armed with secret service investigators. So die-hard Proenza fans, you know what you need to do.

    Prices are reported to range from $70 to $1430, which sounds significantly discounted from full retail. Merchandise will include, samples and unsold stock from fall 2010 and previous seasons. Shoes are always the first to sell out at their prior sales. If you’re willing to wait it out, prices are cut on the last day.
    c/o: NY.Racked

    Rodarte
    Thursday, December 16
    Undisclosed Location
    info@rodarte.net

    Most consumers can agree that the prices of Rodarte are kind of retarte. For this reason, this sample sale is always a reader favorite. You need to RSVP to find out the location of the sale and schedule an appointment. We have an idea of where it is but can’t post until we know for sure.

    Once you get an appointment, hit the ATM because the sale is cash only. Prices usually range from $40 to $4000. Ready-to-wear, shoes, t-shirts and accessories will be available, in addition to a few men’s knits. Some items can be taken home for a just a few hundred dollars but the wow-peices are closer to $1000. As we said, hit the ATM and make sure you know your daily withdrawal limit.
    c/o: Mizhattan

    Alexander Wang
    Thursday, December 16 to Sunday, November 19
    Thurs-Sat 10am to 7pm , Sun 9am to 2pm
    93 Mercer Street (b/w Spring and Broome)

    Who doesn’t love Alexander Wang? Even better, who doesn’t love Alexander Wang on sale! The sale will include merchandise from this season and include, bags, shoes, and T by Alexander Wang for men and for women. Discounts will be up to 80% off retail.

    The sale opens to the public on Thursday but in past seasons there is always a day or two of employee and press shopping. Frankly, that’s when the $300 Darcy and $250 Rocco bags are gobbled up. Prices for clothing usually range from $60 to $200 and up.
    c/o: NY.Racked

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    Following the Markdowns Update

    Earlier this season, we took stock of our readers’ most wanted items. As sale season heats up, we thought it would be a good idea to check in on the objects of our obsession and their markdown status.
    1. Chloe Elsie Large Satchel $1395


    Follow Up: The Elsie has not made it on sale in department stores or the boutique. A great alternative is the Abby, which is 40% off at Chloe boutiques. The sale price for the large Abby is about $1115 from $1875.
    2. Givenchy Nightingale $1900-$2300
    Follow Up: As expected, this puppy is going to be difficult to find on sale. Not may stores carry Givenchy bags, which makes the task even tougher. Bluefly has a host of Givenchy bags, which are about 30% off and the Melancholia is on sale at Barneys for $839 from $1405.

    Follow Up: This coat was reduced to 50% off at Missoni boutiques, in mid-November, but is currently all sold out.
    4. Cesare Paciotti heels $500-$600

    Follow up: Almost anyone will admit that Louboutins are a bit overplayed. We thought it would be fun to expand our shoe horizons. Most shoes are now 30% off at the Cesare Paciotti boutique and a limited styles and bags are 50% off.
    Follow Up: We guessed that you would be able to snag this little number for at least 30% off but it’s now 40% off or $474.

    Follow Up: When we first posted about this dress it was already reduced to $528. There have been no further reductions.
    Follow up: We first predicted that this necklace should go to 50% off but it’s still just 30% off or $342. We still think it will get reduced further. If you’re looking for a better deal now, browse through the selection on Oscar’s website. This exact piece is exclusive to Saks but there is still a great selection and it’s all 40% off.

    Follow up: This it bag is now $499 at Barneys but the Alexander Wang sample sale is next week. We bet a few early insiders can snag this style bag for under $400.
    Follow Up: As previously reported, Alexander Wang’s online store marked these beauties down 40%. Unfortunately, they are now all sold out. At Barneys they are now $539 but finding them may be difficult, unless you are a size 11. The bright side is that they do run very small.
    Follow Up: The bad news is that this exact style did not make it markdown. However, the more sporty version, with a shearling lining is now 50% off or $490 from $980.
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    Gift Ideas: Texting Gloves

    During the winter, you can go through a pair of gloves a week. You’re in a cab, gloves come off to pay and voila, they are forgotten and abandoned. Sometimes lefty is gone, other times it’s righty. Either way, it’s a huge fashion loss.

    Over the years, I’ve tried tracking expensive leather gloves, tiny $1 gloves and huge ski gloves and I even purchased those clips that kids use to attach their gloves to their coats. Would you believe the whole clip fell off with the glove? I’ve come to realize that it’s best to settle for something more moderate.

    We recently saw these wonderful texting gloves at Saks for $65 and knew they would be perfect. They allow you to easily use your mobile device and are small enough to fit in your pockets. No more forgetting about the gloves on your lap! What’s even more cool is that the flaps can be turned up to protect pointer and thumbkin on the coldest of days.

    I’m just hoping that I can hold on to them through the New Year. As you can see, im setting my expectations low!

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