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    Holiday Weekend Sales: Bergdorf’s, Neimen’s, Barneys & Bloomies

    It’s official, retail sales from the holiday season were dismal and retailers are ready to move on to the next season. This weekend is a big transition time for department stores. Shipments of resort and spring merchandise are arriving and it’s always preferable to sell full priced inventory.

    Accordingly, there are some major markdown promotions this holiday weekend. Below are the highlights of what’s going on at our local department stores.

    Photo Credit: Sew Sketchy

    Bergdorf Goodman
    Starting Friday, Bergdorf Goodman will be offering an addition discount of 25% on merchandise that is already discounted up to 75%. Shoes and bags are currently reduced 50% and the extra promotion brings the final markdown to about 65% off. The grand savings on clothing is a whooping 83%. We strongly suggest you do a pass through Bergdorf’s before shopping anywhere else.

    Neiman Marcus
    On Sunday, Neiman Marcus will begin offering customers an extra 20% off sale merchandise. The discounts on some items already top 70%. Shoes and bags are currently reduced 50% and the extra discount brings the final markdown to about 60% off. The online selection is starting to run low but we are sure that stores in the burbs are still well stocked.

    Saks
    We haven’t given a lot of attention to Saks Fifth Avenue lately. Once the retailer discounts merchandise 60% off or more, returns are not allowed. These no backsies rule makes it very hard to pull the trigger on high-end luxury merchandise. If you’re sure of what you’re buying you can currently save 60% off shoes and handbags and 70% off clothing. The traditional consolidation sale has become inconsistent over the years. We will be sure to keep our eyes open.

    Barneys
    Over at Barneys, the additional 20% off promotion just ended. To make matters worse, the discount on shoes is now just 40%, where it was 60% for some time. If you’re at Barneys, hit the clothing racks where the discount is 75% off. We are waiting for the big markdown on outerwear to begin. The discounts on Moncler usually start at 40% off and then quickly dip from there.

    Bloomingdales
    As usual, the markdowns at Bloomingdales vary wildly. We’ve seen the discount range from 20% to 75% off.  Among the contemporary designers like,  Alice & Olivia and Make, the discounts range from 30% to 75%. It’s hard to follow and, frankly, irritating. One tip we can offer is to download the Bloomingdales app, where you can scan ticket barcodes and get the current price. The app really changes the whole shopping experience.

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    The IT's-Not: Three Trends Must Die in 2017

    Every season there is a fresh crop of fashion shapes, the-newest-shade-of-black and a fad-of-the-moment. The newness is always exciting but it always means that other trends must reach their expiration date. There are three trends that we are really looking forward to expiring. In reality, it will probably take some more time until the fashion universe completely tires but the clock is ticking.

    Chokers
    The choker is the biggest jewelry trend since the ear cuff. We’ve recently witnessed the introduction of the men’s version and Matt Lauer sporting the look on the Today Show. It’s enough. Instead opt for longer chains that drape and offer a more delicate effect. If all else fails, we are happy to go back to the ear cuff or just knock a few more holes in the ear.

    Vetements

    Yes, the DHL sweatshirts were amusing but the best thing about Vetements are the debates it sparks within the fashion community. It’s been year of twitter fodder. Vetements offers a low-brow aesthetic at an extravagant price point. We cannot fathom justifying any such type of purchase. It’s an ironic joke where some of the most ‘stylish’ are the subject. We are tired of the conversation. We are tired of the joke. It’s not so funny. It’s not so cool. Lets move on. If you love the casual esthetic of streetwear opt for something more affordable and truly cool: Off-White.

    Emojis, Patches and Monsters

    Fashion has become so sweet that you can feel diabetes coming on. We’ve done the emojis, the patches and the monster faces. It’s no longer novel, exciting or so cute (if you’re over the age four). They had a long run but it’s time to move on. This season we prefer a much more subtle personality. A bright piping accent or twisted and braided handbag handles seem to hit the right tone. We are especially fund of Elena Ghisellini’s designs that seem a lot more reasonable in a era where almost everything has become a joke.

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    Bergdorf Goodman to Add Extra 25% Off for MLK (50+ Pics)

    Through the holiday weekend Bergdorf Goodman will be offering customers an extra 25% off merchandise that has already been discounted 75%. According to our inside sources the discount will begin on Friday and run through Monday.

    We couldn’t help from getting a jump on the big promotion weekend and scoped out what’s still left at the Lavender Lady. Handbags and shoes are currently discounted 50%. The sale selection of bags can be found at the entrance on Fifth Avenue, closest to 58th Street.

    We found a Valentino Rockstud bag in pink with a triangle print (like this with a different print) that was $2975 and will be discounted to $1200. The Tom Ford Samantha bag, which is even heavier than a Birkin bag, will come to about $1100 from $2750 and an Anya Hindmarch Space Invader handbag will be $985 from $2350. (Check out more pictures and pricing this way.)

    Heading to the shoe department, we were focused on scoping out the items that are hard to find online:  Celine, Louboutin and Chanel. Among the Chanel variety we found quilted mules that will be reduced to $360 from $925, high boots with a tweed upper and laced middle will be about $800 from $1950, white quilted calf-high boots with a black toe will be $560 from $1400 and gold loafers will come to $341 from $850. Among the Louboutins are black patent pumps with a big red heart that will be $320 from $800 and studded wedge sandals are the same price. Among the Celine shoes we found a white pointy toe variety with rivets will come to $480 from $1200. (More pictures can be found in the jump.)

    If you head upstairs to the fourth floor, you will find the best discounts. Clothing is already reduced 75% and an additional 25% off will bring the grand total to 82% off retail. A Delpozo orange dress will tally to $332 from $1650, a Valentino skirt with a south-western print will be $360 from $1790 and a Fendi blazer with floral details will be about $530 from $2650. (You got it, we have pictures and prices of items here.)

    This sale only lasts through Monday and there usually isn’t a follow up discount like this in stores. The additional promotions are usually reserved for online shopping. Too bad the selection isn’t as good.

    Tom Ford Samantha & Valentino Rockstud
    Valentino Rockstud
    Valentino Totes
    Assorted
    Anya Hindmarch Space Invader handbag will be $985 from $2350
    The Row$420 from $1050
    Valentino $1200 from $2500
    Tom Ford Samantha bag,will come to about $1100 from $2750
    Lanvin $800 from $2000
    Proenza
    Fendi Mini $1400 from $3500
    Louboutin 
    Manolo $280 from $695
    Valentino $550 from $1375
    Valentino $400 from $1000
    Chanel $380 from $925
    Louboutin $460 from $900
    Celine $480 from $1200
    Louboutin $338 from $845
    Louboutin
    Chanel Boots $800 from $2000
    Chanel $700 from $1860
    Louboutin $320 from $800
    Chanel $560 from $1400
    Dolce & Gabbana $410 from $1075
    Chanel $341 from $850
    Louboutin $282 from $745
    Louboutin
    Louboutin 
    Chanel $560 from $1400
    Marc Jacobs $1460 from $6800
    Delpozo $332 from $1650
    Delpozo $280 from $1450
    Christopher Kane $185 from $975
    Valentino $360 from $1790
    Valentino $900 from $4490
    Mary Katrantzou $270 from $1385
    Mary Katrantzou $320 from $1600
    Fendi $500 from $2650
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    Net-A-Porter Clearance 80% Off

    The Net-a-Porter clearance sale kicked off today and many items have been reduced to 80% off. This third markdown is usually a shopping frenzy and the best items disappear rather quickly.

    There is quite a bit of clothing reduced to 80% off retail but a lot of it appears to be from the past Summer season. This can workout well if you’re socking up on what to bring on your next vacation. Among items you can wear now (in freezing New York) is this Erdem velvet trimmed dress that’s $1170 from $5890, a marigold Isabel Marant cable knit sweater is $236 from nearly $800 and a funky print Moschino skirt is just $79 from $400.

    If you’re shopping for an upcoming vacation get ready to make some tough choices. We love this Dodo Bar Or crepe top that’s $84 from $420, a classic Norma Kamali ruched one piece is $70 from $350 and a striped Moschino dress is $135 from $675.

    Among the shoes discounted 80% you’ll find black and white Dorateymur low boots that are $122 from $610 and Francesco Russo lace up boots that are $390 from $2000. At 70% off these tall Gianvito Rossi shearling trimmed boots are a good deal for $570 from $1900. Velvet Etro Mary Jane pumps are $282 from $950 and Nicholas Kirkwood pumps with a pearl platform are $300 from $1000.

    We sincerely suggest you hop on the site as soon as humanly possible. Even while creating this post items were disappearing. Don’t forget, we mainly focused on merchandise at 80% off. There’s a huge amount of product that is discounted 70%. Happy shopping and please feel free to share your conquests in the comment section below.

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    Barneys Extra 20% Off Coats, Shoes & Bags

    Luxury retail stores are feeling the pressure to make room for the new cruise collections. In doing so, extra discounts promotions are being used to entice shoppers to ‘buy more stuff.’ Right now, Barneys is offering an extra 20% off already reduced coats, shoes and bags.

    Over this way, we found a Mr. & Mrs. Italy fur parka that comes to $3700 after the additional discount (originally $9260) and a Masscob cropped peacoat comes to $239 from $600. Among the bags, there is a red Lanvin Jiji shoulder bag that’s $950 from nearly $2000 and an Altuzarra white hobo (perfect for vacation or Summer) is marked down to $927 from $2900.

    The shoe selection has a lot more options. Maison Margiela metal heel low boots are $471 from $1480 and Manolo BB pumps are about $220 from $700. The assortment in the store is even larger and the extra discount also applies to Chanel and Louboutin. There was even an ugly Chanel shoe siting where the final price was 80% off retail.

    We don’t know how long the markdown will last but we can’t imagine it will be for very long. Barneys usually ships out its winter Merchandise before February.

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    Cruise 80% Off at Intermix

    Now that it’s really cold we can’t stop thinking about getting away to someplace warm. Okay, we admit, the trip is already booked and we are counting down the days. In less general terms that means we are stocking up on what to pack.

    As is always, nothing from last Summer seems sufficient. For that reason, we have been stalking the sales racks for clothing to take on vacation. Even if it’s from last season, we are happy if it’s new.

    We found the best selection at Intermix where the discount is topping 80% off.

    Sure, we’ll take this Rag & Bone straw fedora that’s $79 from $225. A romper for $69 from $400–why not? Polka dot shorts can’t be that bad especially when they are $50 from $235. Definitely grab this Self Portrait dress for $190 from $510.

    See, with just a few pieces it feels like an entirely new wardrobe. Now, you have even more for which to look forward.

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    Manolo Blahnik’s First Markdown

    The new year means many things to different people. To us, the new year is the start of Manolo season. Every year, the Manolo Blahnik boutique takes their first markdown following the big ball drop.

    Currently, shoes and boots from the winter collection are now discounted to 33% off. This markdown should not cause too much excitement considering that department stores are running sales where Manolos are 60% off.

    In less than three weeks you can expect the discount to drop to 50% off and by early February the discount climbs to 75% off. That’s when we come running. You can click here to see our Manolo closeout coverage from last year were we found lots of ornate and iconic styles for just $250. For now, you can head to Saks Fifth Avenue where a large selection of shoes are discounted 65% or click above to see what we found around the web.

    Manolo Blahnik
    31 West 54th Street (b/w 5th and 6th)
    Mon-Fri 10:30 to 6:00, Sat 10:30 to 3:30
    212-582-3007

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    Neiman Marcus Last Call Sale: Third (Final) Markdown

    Neiman Marcus is the latest department store to take their winter merchandise to the third markdown. The discount at Neiman Marcus is officially up to 70% off and that includes some great shoes styles too.

    We spotted Jimmy Choo metallic flats for $177 from $590 and Sophia Webster floral d’Orsay heels are $227 from $650. We also suggest you check out the handbag section where there are still some highly desirable brands available in the markdown section.

    Neiman Marcus discounts are mostly the same as Bergdrof Goodman. This Lela Rose embellished coat is $870 form $3500. You can’t miss this Akris skirt that’s $150 from $600 and it’s still available in a full size run. We really love this Derek Lam bi-color oversized sweater that’s now $300 from $1200 and an Alexander McQueen jumpsuit is $1400 from $5800.

    Even though this is the final markdown, that doesn’t mean there won’t be additional discount promotions. Neiman Marcus often surprises customers with an additional 25% off discount or buy-more-save-more incentives. No worries, we’ll keep you posted.

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