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    L’Oreal Friends and Family + YSL Cosmetic Discount

    Here is the L’Oreal friends and family info I promised. This is the perfect time to pick-up a few small holiday gifts. The sale starts on Wednesday, Dec. 16 and runs through Sunday, Dec. 20th.

    Take note, the sale is no longer at the L’Oreal headquarters but takes place at the Met Pavilion. The promotion also states that you need a copy of the above invite to gain admittance.

    While we are on the topic of cosmetics, YSLBeauty.com is hosting a friends and family cosmetic promotion. The 20% off discount starts on Monday, Dec.14 and runs through Sunday, Dec. 20th. Just use the discount code: FF2009 at checkout.

    L’Oreal Friends and Family
    Wednesday, Dec. 16 to Sunday, Dec. 20
    10am to 8pm
    125 West 18th St, 5th Floor

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    Ports 1961″Insanely Cheap”

    As we suspected, the Ports 1961 sample sale is a real winner. Vava Vino hit the sale this morning and reports back that prices are “insanely cheap!”

    Shoes are $38 for flats and $64 for heels. Clothes are a steal. Staff is helpful + an amazing press rack with prices ranging from $15 to $70 for gorgeous pieces all size 2. Line to pay is painful but no line to get in and large bright area to try on. Also, they have a small room with a kid’s sample sale. Few pieces but beautiful pieces.

    More details (unedited)

    38 for a ports 1961 leather ballet flat + 60 for a gorgeous green skirt are equivalent to what s/o pays at H+M for junk!!
    Place was super organized by size too.
    Skirts were 60, sweathers were 45-60,dresses were 100-400. Saw a gorgeous lace dress marked down to 449 that was orig over 3.
    Meticulous detailing and fabric.
    People were snapping things up like mad! If you are size 2, sample rack was heaven!!!!!!!!!! Pants, skirts, tops and jackets for 25, 20,35.

    Def a sale to go to- worth the trek. And, its a trek, but one that rewards you well!!!

    The sale is only today, so if you want to get the goods you better make some time now.

    Ports 1961
    Friday, Dec. 11
    11am to 7pm
    601 west 26th Street, suite 875
    212-414-1050

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    DVF Cuts Prices

    Just in from DVF staff (10:31am):

    It is the last day of our Sample Sale and prices are reduced even more! $70 for dresses, $80 for wraps, $50 for skirts.

    As of yesterday Paige Turner reported:

    FYI: DVF slashed prices. Passed by lots of stuff but did not get anything. Barley any sweaters left. There are still tons of dresses and tops.

    This is the last day of the sale but we all know that the next wrap dress discount is just six months away. Also, be on the the lookout for department store markdowns. DVF wrap dresses do go to $100, from time to time.

    DVF Sample Sale
    Friends, Family & Fans Monday, Dec. 7/ 11am to 6pm
    Public Sale Tuesday, Dec 8 to Friday, Dec. 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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    Madison Avenue Shake-Up

    It appears as if Madison Avenue is undergoing a new shake-up. Juicy Couture executives have decided that Madison Avenue may not be the perfect location for their track suits and charm bracelets. The company is looking to sublet their Madison Avenue and 70th Street location for the remaining six years on their lease.

    On other news, Eric Le-Goff, senior director of Cushman & Wakefield, tells us that Lanvin has been looking for space. We have a feeling that Juicy may be too big for Lanvin but the old YSL store on Madison and 71st Street is still empty?!
    The lease Michael Kors store on Madison and 76th expires shortly?!

    According to Le-Goff, we can expect to see french designer Barbara Bui, fine Italian cashmere designer Brunello Cucinelli, Loro Piana and Carolina Herrera’s lower end brand CH joining the Avenue.

    “We had a purge in the past 12 to 15 months,” Le-Goff explains. “Brands that couldn’t make it or shouldn’t have been here– didn’t make it. People look for exclusivity on Madison. It’s what makes the street interesting. Juicy can easily be on Fifth Avenue. They are targeting a different customers.”

    There are currently 30 spaces available on Madison, but that number is quickly declining. At the height of the market, spaces were going for over $1500/ sq. ft. but that price dipped to $600 during the real estate panic ,last year. Now, Le-Goff estimates that most deals are taking place at $700 or $800/ sq. ft.

    Lets hope that luxury designers start sharing the savings with us!

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    Ports 1961 85% Off

    Today we are taking a break from uptown and looking at some great downtown brands. First up, starting Friday, Dec. 10, Ports 1961 will be hosting a sale where merchandise will be discounted at least 85% off.

    The sale will be taking place in their showroom, which is always a good sign of great deals. The stock will contain all prior collections including, spring 2009. We are told many coats will be $75, jackets $40, tops $20 and shoes $75

    Ports 1961
    Friday, Dec. 11
    11am to 7pm
    601 west 26th Street, suite 875
    212-414-1050

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    Opening Ceremony Sample Sale

    Opening Ceremony always makes us think of Barneys circa 1980. It’s cool, it’s small and has a distinct cult following. We are hoping that Opening Ceremony’s sample sale is as good as the Warehouse sale of the good old days.

    Merchandise will be from 60% to 90% off and will include edgy designers such as Vena Cava, Proenza Schouler (who are also hosting their own sample sale), Alexander Wang and of course, Opening ceremony. The sale is just three days, Friday, Dec. 11 to Sunday, Dec. 12.

    The current store discount is about 40% off. Take note, the sample sale is not at the store. If you’re not familiar with Opening Ceremony, take a look through their site. You are sure to be inspired.

    Opening Ceremony
    Friday, Dec. 11 to Sunday, Dec. 13
    Fri & Sat 11am to 8pm, Sun. 12pm to 7pm
    201 Mulberry Street (b/w Spring & Kenmare)
    Credit cards accepted with a minimum purchase of $100

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    Dolce & Gabbana Friends and Family

    You want friends and family? We’ll give you friends and family.

    Dolce & Gabbana boutiques are marking merchandise down 60%, starting Thursday, Dec. 10th. This sale is strictly for friends and family. Make sure to print the below image if you want to enjoy the additional discount. We have learned this lesson the hard way. (Aren’t you happy we’ve become BFFs.)

    If Dolce & Gabbana is still to pricey– even after the f&f discount–wait until next week and the D&G label will be discounted the same amount.

    Fall and winter merchandise is currently discounted 40% at both boutiques.The friends and family sale tends to get a bit hectic in the store. If you have the time, take a spin through now and ask your favorite sales person to put your selection aside.

    Have fun and lets make sure to grab drinks real soon. We, really, never get to see each other. xoxo

    Contact: Cono 212-249-4100

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