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    Surprise: Gucci Sale

    Last week we were wrote about Gucci’s upcoming first markdown. We were told that the sale was not supposed to come until December 1 but as we predicted the sale came earlier. Today shoppers woke up to a surprise Gucci sale. The discount is available online as well as in boutiques.

    Like past first markdowns, the discount is 40% off most ready-to-wear, shoes, and handbags. Unlike past years, however, we wouldn’t be surprised if second markdown came before the stockings get stuffed.

    Contact: Maura 212-717-2619

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    Neiman Marcus Black Friday

    Neiman Marcus is hooking customers with an additional 40% off clothing and additional 30% off shoes. For some reason handbags are not included in the sale. Most items have already been discounted 30% to 40% off so the final discount ranges from 60% off to 65% off.

    For instance, these open toe Louboutins started out at $1,125 but are now $528. Not bad, except that we were able to get the same shoe at the Saks sale for $338. Call us a bit spoiled but those shoes look incredibly more attractive with $200 taken off the price tag. You can get them now while they’re hot or wait until the season cools down.

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    Bendel’s Black Friday

    In honor of Black Friday, Henri Bendel is doing a two hour sale (8am-10am) where merchandise will be discounted and additional 40% off of markdowns. Our Bendel’s spy, James LaPorte says that there is a good amount of Missoni, Williamson, and Michael Kors Collection which is on 40% + 40%. (For all of our non-math majors that’s a total of 64% off.) Brands like Milly, Tibi, and Alice and Olivia are also on the same markdown. “A hell of a lot of HB Cashmere Sweaters are also on double,” he says.

    Sales associates are only suppose to do the extra 40% for two hours, but James is planning on giving it to all his customers for the entire day. So if you’re heading to Bendel’s it’s worth seeking out James.

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    Alexander McQeen 40% Off

    There is no way to wear McQueen and not have style. Even Jessica Simposn could fit into a fashion crowed if wearing anything A-Queen. Well the store and website started started their fall/winter sale today. Customers can enjoy 40% discounts on womens & mens rtw, shoes, bags, accessories. Ground shipping is free.

    Contact: Dafna at 800-307-3150

    If there prices are still prhibitive you can always look forward to March when McQueen will launch his exclusive line for Target.

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    Marc Jacobs 70% Off

    A Mad-Spy reader wrote in the following.

    Hey, you forgot to mention the Marc Jacobs sale. Fall ’08 RTW and shoes are 70% off, and there’s still a good selection. I got an amazing coat!I

    Thank you for your spy worthy news. However, the Marc Jacobs-Magnolia Bakery-Paris Commune section of the village is just that– the Village. While we’re on the subject, of off location sales please remind me that I need to call Jeffery’s. I rarely make it that way but love the merch.

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    Sale Rundown v2

    These are the discounts in our neighborhood. None of these sales are as good as those at Saks but now that their inventory has been decimated here’s where to go to get the best values. Keep in mind, however, many people overs-hopped at Sakes. I guess at least 20% of the inventory will be coming back so make friends with the sales people so that they keep an eye out for your heart’s desire/ Happy shopping!

    Bottega Veneta: The sale officially starts on Friday, November 28th but the pre-sale stated today. Fall/Winter 2008 merchandise is 30% off. In stock are large hobos in navy, red, purple and maple.
    Tatiana 212-371-5511

    Carolina Herrera: The sale is currently underway and reductions are 50% off.

    Chanel: The manager, Stephanie, says they haven’t been told when the sale will officially start but she can do a “buy and hold.” The pre-sale is now 40% off. No handbags or jewelry will be included in the sale but there are lots of shoe styles.
    Stephanie 212-535-5505

    Chloe: Fall/Winter 2008 is now 50% off. There are no pointy toe flats but lots of other great things. Prices usually don’t drop more than this so buy what you want now.
    Christian 212-717-8220

    Christian Louboutin: The discount is just 40% off and is likely not to change.
    Erich 212-396-1884

    Dolce & Gabbana: The sale started Friday and Fall/Winter 2008 is now 40% off. In prior seasons prices have dropped to 70% off retail.
    Cono 212-249-4100

    Emilio Pucci: Fall/Winter merchandise is 40% off.
    Brian 212 230-1135

    Ermenegildo Zegna: The sale starts on November 28th but pre-sale for “select customers” is underway. The discount is 40% off.
    James 212-421-4488

    Fendi: The sale is already underway and ready-to-wear and shoes from Fall/Winter 2008 are 40% off and Fendi B. Mix bags are 20% off.
    Michelle 973-309-5821

    Ferragamo: The sale starts Friday but pre-sale is underway. The discount is 50% off, which is much more than prior season’s first markdowns. This Summer, prices never dropped more than 35%.
    Nick 212-759-3822

    Jil Sander: The sale started Monday and the discount is 40% off. Prices will likely come down to 60% off or more.
    Jossiline 212-838-6100

    Jimmy Choo: Fall/Winter shoes and handbags are 30% off. They usually drop prices to 50% off when the season really comes to an end.
    Zita 212-759-7078

    Luca Luca: The sale is underway and Fall/Winter merch ranges from 20% to 50% off. Each piece is being priced individually.
    Inci 212-288-9285

    Michael Kors: Prices are now 50% off Fall/Winter ready-to-wear, handbags and shoes.
    Caroline 212-452-4685

    Roberto Cavalli: The current markdown is 40% off but should go down to 50% off as in past seasons.
    Sheldon 212-755-7722

    Valentino: Fall/Winter ready-to-wear is 40% off. Evening bags are discounted 30% off. As usual day-bags are not included in the sale. As the season ends the markdown usually goes to 60% off.
    Robert 212-772-6969

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