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    DVF Sample Sale

    Miss Audrey, an insider at von Furstenberg, sent the below information about a company sample sale. She says, “It may be interesting.” In my expereince, the only thing interesting about a DVF sample sale is getting in a day early and getting 90% off retail.

    This sale is for up to 75% off and runs from Tuesday, Dec. 9th until Saturday, Dec. 13th. A Racked.com tipster wrote that samples are $40, cocktail dresses are $100 to $150, sweaters are $70, and coats are $280. Even DVF, herself, was onsite for a moment to peruse the racks. If you see Barry please, let him know I would like an office facing West.

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    Barneys 2nd Markdown

    Barneys started their second markdown today. Most sale merchandise is now 60% off. There is still a wide assortment of Fall/Winter shoes, bags and ready-to-wear. Another markdown may come but most of the stuff you want will be gone by then.

    Oh, if you’re not into the Christmas shopping crowds, the sencond markdown will be reflected online starting tomorrow.

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    Bergdorf Getting Competitive

    I just got this email about Bergdorf starting to reduce prices to 70% off. Get there before lines start to form around the velvet ropes, à la Saks.

    Hi!
    We started marking some designer clothes to 70% off. It’s not official yet, but if it has the sticker price you can purchase it at the discount.

    While we’re on the topic of Bergdorf Goodman, I’ll cut you on a little secret. The men’ store across the street has the most amazing cafe. There are hardly ever lines and the male eye candy is delicious.

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    Big Drop Sale

    I got a sale announcement from Big Drop announcing their “Fall/Winter Blowout Sale.” I can’t tell if it’s a breeze-out sale or a real “blow out” so I will leave that distinction to you.

    Prices have been reduced 20% on all regularly-priced merchandise and an additional 30% off on all sale items. So men’s and women’s apparel and accessories are all 20% to 70% off.

    Some price examples are as follows: 3.1 Phillip Lim now $160 (reg. $525), an oversized blazer by McQ, now $209 (reg. $646), a lace and silk blouse by Rebecca Taylor now $89 (reg. $230), and skinny jeans by Anlo now $69 (reg. $207).  I can really use some $69 jeans!

     The sale runs from today until Sunday. Let me know what you think.
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    Chuckies 50% Off

    The buyer at Chuckies New York is always spot on with their selection. They have a knack for picking standouts for the season. it’s the store’s prices that usually keep shoppers admiring from outside the window.

    Well the weather outside is about to get frightful and you might want to consider ducking into Chuckies. The store is currently discounting shoes, boots and handbags 50% off. This amount of discount is usually reserved for after New Years but hard economic times are affecting everyone.

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    Luca Luca Update

    We got an update about the Luca Luca sample sale from their corporate office. The prices are below and details of the site can be found by clicking here. The best bargains come from their runway sample items, which are just $100. Imagine New Years in a Luca Luca runway sample that cost you just $100!

    Cruise & Spring/Summer 08 Collections:
    Knit Dresses: $120
    Day Dresses: $250-$350
    Cocktail Dresses: $350-600
    Evening Gowns: $650

    Pre-Fall & Fall/Winter 08 Collections (Currently in Stores):
    Cashmere Dresses: orig. $1,250, now $450
    Jersey Dresses: orig. $1,400, now $500
    Day Dresses: orig. $1,400-1,800, now $590
    Cocktail Dresses: orig. $2,200, now $750
    Beaded Cocktail Dresses: orig. $2,950, now $950
    Evening Gowns: orig. $3,700-5,500, now $1,500

    We also have a bargain rack with runway samples and items from previous seasons selling for $100.

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    Scoop Slashes Prices

    Scoop is finally getting the message that retail industry isn’t doing well. I wonder if someone took a blow horn to Stefani Greenfield’s ear.  I guess what actually made the Scoop co-founder open her eyes is inconsequential because the store has finally reduced prices to 60% off.

    These prices might make Scoop a bit more attractive to frugal shoppers but it’s going to take a bit more to lure back their core business– the newly penny-pinching parent’s of over-indulged teens.

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    Nordstrom Update and Clarification

    There seems to be a bit of confusion involving the Nordstorm sale. I followed and it seems as if you have to be a level three card member (spend over $10,000 annually on your Nordstrom card) to receive the additional discount.

    Shoppers in Scottsdale, AZ and Portland, OR report back about getting huge discounts, even on Chanel bags. I will continue to follow up on this unfolding story and I apologise in advance for any confusion. 

    Here are some discount examples sent to me by witnessed other Mad-Spies:

    Chanel is 40% off
    Marc Jacobs 40% + 30%
    Gucci bags 40% + 30% off
    Fendi 40% + 30%

    Don’t worry. We’ll get to the bottom of this!

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