A little Khaite secret just landed in my lap

Someone slipped me a code for 30% off sitewide, which is practically unheard of for a brand like Khaite. And when I say sitewide, I mean absolutely everything, including those sunglasses that are selling out everywhere, jeans, leather, and even the top runway pieces. The timing couldn’t be more perfect. It’s finally cool enough to enjoy fall fashion in all its glory, but still warm enough to show off a great outfit without hiding it under a coat. If there’s a Khaite piece you’ve been eyeing or debating for fall, this is the time to pull the trigger. Use code KHAITE30 at checkout. The sale only runs through  Sunday, October 11.

The cummerbund is having a moment, and it’s moved well beyond black tie. I kept spotting them in pictures from Paris Fashion Week, worn over trousers, skirts and dresses, almost like an oversized statement belt. The versions I like best are made from brocade and other richly textured fabrics, with lots of color and pattern.

I pulled a full edit, but also went down a rabbit hole looking at vintage Japanese obis and other intricate woven pieces that can give you the same effect. There are options at every price point, from designer versions like Valentino to Etsy and handmade finds from around the world. My favorite pairing is simple: denim, a crisp white shirt and an eye-catching cummerbund.

Some sales are worth a quick scroll. Others are worth a little digging. Saks Fifth Avenue  is offering 20% off when you spend $250 or more through October 3, and there are some unexpectedly good designer finds tucked into the mix. I spotted Maison Margiela sneakers and jeans, Olympia Le-Tan bags, including a very New York option, and lots of Thom Browne. There’s  Moon Boots and lots of outerwear. Check out my  favorite finds below.

Fall shopping always gets more interesting when there’s a reason to build a cart. The newest Shopbop promotion  is offering a tiered promotion with up to 25% off when you spend $800+ with code FALL through Oct. 1. It’s a good time to stock up on fall staples. The promo includes finds from Brunch, Agolde, Staud, Frame, La Ligne and more.

Spend $200+ and get 15% off
Spend $500+ and get 20% off
Spend $800+ and get 25% off

We’ve been missing some juicy markdown content around here, but don’t worry, I’ve got the goods. FWRD just dropped extra markdowns, with discounts hitting up to 75% off. Designers include Alexandre Vauthier, Adam Lippes, Burberry, Tom Ford, Valentino, and more. Suddenly, running around to sample sales doesn’t seem worth the time when the good stuff is right here.

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What keeps catching my eye this season isn’t cut or design. It’s color. I see the shades in my mind without even naming them, and at NYFW I saw the same theme coming through for spring. Quiet luxury had a beautiful run with camel, nudes, navy and black but style has officially turned the dial on full color. Saturated shades that do the talking before you say a word. NET-A-PORTER is where to shop for this season’s best styles and of course, colors. Below are my favorite items from NET-A-PORTER for any color story you wish to tell.

PURPLE

Alaia heart bag $1650

Loewe sweater with faux fur trim $1350

Judith Leiber crystal flower bag $6495

Manolo Slingbacks $1085

Loeffler Randall suede bag $325

BLUE

Bode corduroy jacket $1100

Alaia suede bag $4850

Gabriela Hearst suede top handle bag $2970

Frankie shop cashmere blend sweater  $340

Tom Ford satin slingbacks $1390

PINK

Chloe lace and silk cami $1690

Extreme Cashmere cardigan  $575

Bottega Veneta Andiamo clutch   $3700

Jimmy Choo lace heels  $1650

Christian Louboutin Dolly heels $945

Gucci silk satin blazer $3800

Legitimate sample sales are essentially extinct, and I mean sales with actual samples, not just overstock or leftover inventory that are colloquially called sample sales. The Oscar de la Renta sample sale is one of the real ones. Most of the merchandise is one-off samples, including gowns, dresses, sweaters, jackets, coats, bags and accessories, with a few racks of production pieces mixed in. Unfortunately, the pricing isn’t quite like the sample-sale days of yore. Gowns are priced from $1,200 to $2,190, cocktail dresses are $600 to $800, coats are $600 to $800 and knits start at $230. The sale runs Sept. 16 through Sept. 20 at 260 Fifth Avenue.

Oscar de la Renta Sample Sale

Wed, Sept 16 to Sat, Sept 19: 11am–7pm
Sun, Sept 20: 11am–5pm
260 Fifth Avenue, New York

Oscar de la Renta Sample Sale Price List

Embroidered / Leather Samples
Knits / Camis / Blouses: $350
Skirts: $450
Pants: $440
Coats: $800
Caftans: $690
Day / Knit Dresses: $570
Jackets: $690
Long Skirts / Jumpsuits: $550
Cocktail Dresses: $800
Gowns: $2,190

Unembroidered Samples
Knits / Camis / Blouses: $230
Long Skirts / Jumpsuits: $450
Pants: $330
Skirts: $300
Jackets: $490
Coats: $600
Day / Knit Dresses: $490
Caftans: $550
Cocktail Dresses: $600
Gowns: $1,200

It’s sample sale season, and we’re kicking it off with one of my favorite sales: Manolo Blahnik.

First, the reality check. Last season, the first shoppers arrived at 2am. By 7:15am, about 145 people were waiting, and the line stretched to Ninth Avenue. Shoppers were given 40 minutes inside, followed by about 20 minutes for checkout. By 11:20am, barely any classic styles remained.

As for pricing, samples started at $125, basic shoes without embellishments were $195, most plain styles were $295, embellished styles ranged from $350 to $375, classics were $375 to $595, and boots were $500. Prices may be different this season, and we’ll update the post once the sale opens.

Manolo Blahnik Sample Sale 202

Wed, Sept 23 to Fri, Sept 25

Wed & Thurs  9am to 7pm
Fri 9am to 5pm

Soiffer Haskin
317 West 33rd Street
New York, NY