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    Three Hour Beach Sale

    Norma Kamali is hosting a three hour beach sale at her off-Fifth Avenue boutique. Bathing suits will be $98 and sunglasses and beauty beach products will be 50% off. The sale is on Thursday, June 17 but only from 5pm to 8pm.

    As usual, the store will be offering the TBYB service– that’s short for try before you buy. So you have 48 hours to take your swimsuit home and get advice from your friends and family. You can even post your booty pictures on Facebook and send back anything that doesn’t get positive feedback. Don’t you wish all sales were like that?

    One thing, to take advantage of the sale you must RSVP to info@normakamali.com. Surf’s up!

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    Bottega Veneta Summer Sale

    Bottaga Veneta has started the sale season with an amazing first markdown– 50% off! Unfortunately, all the spring/summer bags and leather goods have been shipped away but there are still some great shoes and clothing to choose from.

    If you’re looking for woven leather goods, check out Bottega Veneta’s online boutique. The actual markdown is unclear but the sale prices are reflected. A bright green tote is $1080, a tubular drawstring bag is $2019, a tri-colored clutch is $1080 and an orchid-colored belt is $239.

    Angeline 212-371-5511

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    Hot Activewear Sale

    Summer is upon us and getting in shape is a crucial factor in looking good in all your new swimsuits. But running the reservoir or hitting your local gym definitely isn’t as motivating as another trip to Crumbs. Perhaps a new outfit can put you in the right mood.

    Our usual workout motivation is Lululemon but at some point you have to question the validity of $100 workout pants. Isn’t the money better used on a trainer? That’s why we were so glad to meet HiEnergy’s Stella, who sells some of the best activewear brands at near wholesale prices.

    Ever hear of Bluefish and Bia Brazil? Tiffany, your LA doppelganger with the six-pack swears by them. Worried about shrinking or fading? (We’re talking about the cloths not your waistline.) Stella guarantees every item she sells.

    For one day, Stella is setting up shop in the Empire State Building and selling activewear at near wholesale prices. So suit up and set a goal and even if you don’t get Tiffany’s six-pack you can be thankful for your New York brains, which will save you a bundle.

    HiEnergy Sale
    Tuesday, June 15
    8:30am to 6:30pm
    Empire State Building
    350 Fifth Ave, Suite 5005
    917-378-0611
    Stellad1229@aol.com
    No Credit Cards

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    Roger Vivier Private Sale

    Customers of the Madison Avenue Roger Vivier have been alerted to a private sale via postcard. In order to have received this treasured piece of intelligence you must have shopped at the store. By shopped, we mean actually making a purchase.

    Well, this “private” sale runs until Sunday and awards shoppers 30% to 40% off on summer styles. The famous pilgrim flat is included in the markdown but just in seasonal flavors like salmon, royal blue, pink, aqua, green and some metallics.

    RV is not known for having markdowns, so we are sure that popular sizes, styles and colors will go quickly.


    Contact: Mike 212-861-5371
    750 Madison Ave. @ 65th Street

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    Versace Markdown

    Versace has started their summer sale. Shoes, bags and clothing are 30% off. The runway collection, unfortunately, is not included in the markdown. We especially loved the Versace bags this season but will wait for the next markdown, which will be 40%.

    Contact: Joseph 212-317-0224.

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    Erin’s Sole Searching

    Our Summer intern and all-round hot stuff stylist, Erin Jeen did the rounds of all the important shoe departments and here is her report:

    Berfdorf Goodman
    Bergdorf began their 30% off shoe sale this week and the 2nd floor was madness. There are tons of glitter Louboutins, (retail $795) and glitter Miu Miu’s. There was a plentiful amount of Balmain shoes. And oddly, there were a bunch of Chanel sandals and flats. They will further increase the discount soon, but I would check it out if you want to get your hands on the discounted Chanels.

    Saks Fifth Avenue:
    Saks had some classic Louboutins on sale, and even more Chanel sandals and sneakers than Bergdorfs. They had a few good odd ball brands thrown in the mix–Givenchy sandals, YSL Tributes– and if you are lucky enough to be the size of the shoe, you have won the prize.

    Barneys:
    About 3/4 of the shoes I own were purchased at Barneys. I value their sale selection every season. Right now the discount is 40%, but soon they will take another 33% off. They have tons of Miu Miu clogs and mary janes. On the second sale day they had YSL Tribtoos, now there is only size 40.5. There are also a few Ann Demeulemeester sandals. Chanels were also abundant. There are lots of Lanvin flats and heels. I am holding off for the further reduction of 33%, but I would check it out!

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    Summer Roundup Part 2

    Summer shoppers are being presented a with a similar dilemma: Is it better to hit a department store or shop at the boutique. We already established that most Madison Avenue boutiques have reduced prices 40% but now it’s time to do a price comparison with our local department stores.

    Barneys
    Shoes and most ready-to-wear is 40% off. As far as we know, Barneys is the only store that marked down YSL’s Tribute heels. There is also a great selection of Louboutins. The pre-sale started May 25th but there is still a good selection of merchandise.

    Bergdorf Goodman
    Bags and shoes are 30% off. Most ready-to-wear is 40% off. For the first time, we have heard that Bergdorf customers have been offered price matches and adjustments on prior purchases. This is a departure from their usual irreverent pricing philosophy.

    Bloomingdales
    Clothing, bags and shoes are 30% off. If you are looking for Chanel sandals, this is the place to shop. Plenty of styles have been marked down. Of course, that excludes the gummies. Be on the look out for additional discounts. During the Memorial weekend all sale merchandise was an extra 20% off. Bloomies can be tricky like that.

    Saks
    Shoes are a straight 30% off. Clothing and many handbag styles are 40% off. Presale started May 27th and we expect that another markdown is coming soon.

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    DVF Summer Sample Sale

    Few sales are more fun than the Diane von Furstenberg sample sale. That is, unless you show up at the wrong time. Today we hit the sale later than usual and were welcomed by a double line of shoppers waiting to get in.

    Once inside, dresses were flying, hangers were catching and women were crowding. It was not the ideal shopping situation. The line for the dressing room was over an hour. Insufferable. At least the prices were the same as last season’s sale:

    Coats $350
    Wraps and Vintage $250
    Dresses $225
    Cover Ups $100
    Skirts $80
    Blouses $80
    Samples $50
    Swim Suits: $50
    Scarves $40

    The samples, which can be found at the back left corner of the room, are always the best deal. It especially works if you fit into a DVF size 4.

    The crowds should continue to thin out as the week progresses. Early afternoon is probably the best time to go. We may try again on Friday when prices are historically slashed. At the end of the last sale dresses were $70, wraps were $80 and skirts were $50. Keep your fingers crossed.

    DVF Sample Sale
    Tuesday, June 7 to Friday, June 11
    Tues: 9am to 6:30, Wed: 10am to 8pm, Thurs. 10am to 7pm, Fri. 9am to 3pm
    260 Fifth Avenue (b/w 28th and 29th)

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