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    Save the Date: Dolce & Gabbana Sample Sale

    We just received word that Dolce & Gabbana will be hosting an exclusive 4-day sample sale beginning Friday, June 20. Merchandise will include items for men, women, children, handbags and shoes from prior to the 2014 collection. Prices will be up to 90% off.

    During last year’s sale, we found the most recent merchandise to be discounted 60%, the prior year 70% and the year before that 80% and even older merchandise was 90% off. Archival items were discounted 60% off. We found a body-con corset dress for $400 from almost $4000. Shoes were marked between $50 and $250 and handbags were all under $250.

    We suggest hitting this sale early because the most desirable items tend to go quickly when they are marked 90% off retail. Really, how much more of a discount can you expect?

    Dolce & Gabbana Sample Sale
    Friday, June 20 through Monday, June 23
    Fri 10am- 7pm, Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 10am-7pm & Mon 9am to 12pm
    Metropolitan Pavilion 125 West 18th Street, 4th Floor (The Gallery)

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    Proenza Schouler 50% Off

    Proenza Schouler is hosting a spring sale where merchandise is discounted 50%. Some of the designer’s most iconic items, including bags, are included in the markdown.

    Our favorite PSII tote with exotic snakeskin, which is perfect as a chic briefcace, is about $2000 from almost $4000. A non-exotic version of the bag is $1225 from $2250. This heavy metal Minaudière is $1100 from $2200.

    Within the clothing section you can grab this print crewneck for $312 from $625, a sleeveless dress with oversized hardware is $1245 from $2490 and a classic white pleated dress is $390 from $780.

    You should absolutely check out Proenza’s take on the Birkenstock, which is now $300 from $600 and these studded heels that are now $425. The sale also includes a large variety of wallets and brightly printed pajama sets.

    Jacob 212-585-3200

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    Saint Laurent Presale

    Most department stores have already started their markdowns on Saint Laurent clothing, shoes, bags and accessories. The YSL boutique sale, however, won’t begin until June 7. Presale is already underway.

    Clothing is 50% off, shoes, bags, and accessories are 30% off. If you’re interested in a bag, the largest selection is among the duffel style. Even the black is included in the discount lineup. Sac du Jours, Y-Linge and Clous bracelets are not included in the markdown.

    For several seasons we’ve been hearing of the demise of the Tribute shoe. At this point, we don’t think it’s unlikely that Hedi Slimane would cut-off the lucrative revenue stream. This season, we especially like the studded stripy sandals and the Gourmette Cuff. The next markdown will happen in July when the discount goes to 60%.

    TJ: (212) 980-2970

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    The Best Louboutin Discount

    Department stores have started presale on Christian Louboutin shoes. Discounts on the red soles usually come a few weeks later than the general shoe department. The markdown is 30% at Saks Fifth Avenue but 40% at Barneys. The sale officially begins on June 12.

    Below is a photo montage of the  discount Louboutin selection from Saks.  Further below is an overview of the inventory from Barneys.

    The selection at Barneys is very similar to what can be found at Saks but includes iterations of the same styles. We would love to suggest waiting for a second markdown but it’s usually not wise to hold off for extra savings if the size is available now in the style you want.

    Saks: Artie (text) 646-339-8985
    Barneys: Slav (email) slerman@barneys.com

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    Jimmy Choo First Markdown

    Fans of Jimmy Choo shoes were terribly upset when the designer decided not to hold his annual sample sale. Those looking to save a bit on pointy-toe shoes can head to the designer’s boutique and  online store and save about 30% during the spring sale.

    The 30% discount at Jimmy Choo is about the same at most retailers and department stores. The big difference is that the Jimmy Choo stores have a larger selection than any single retailer. this season, the designer’s sale  also includes men’s merchandise.

    Some of our favorite  sale items are these holographic spike heels that are $557 from almost $800 and these Whirl flats, which are supposedly super comfortable and come in a variety of colors. The rope constructed sandals worn by Nicole Kidman in the designer’s summer ad campaign are now $1400 from $2000. Over in the bag section there is a two-tone Charlize clutch that’s $1537 from $2195 and the Rania, in black, is $1085 from $1550.

    If these markdowns aren’t enough for your wallet, the designer is likely to add more discounts in July. It’s not unhead of to find a department store Jimmy Choo discounted 60%.

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    Gucci Private Presale Begins

    Gucci hasn’t had the most stellar collections the past few seasons but sometimes there is a piece that you just can’t get out of your mind. For those who have been waiting patiently (or impatiently)– the Gucci private presale is live. The seasonal markdown officially goes public June 6th but with our little secret link you can start shopping right now.

    Once you check into the site you won’t want to miss the wide assortment of handbags are discounted 40% off. Clothing and shoes are 50% off. Some of the highlights of the spring/summer 2014 collection are the art nouveau flower prints. This dress is now $1000 from $2000 and this jacket is $900 from $1800. Second markdown usually takes place in July and clothing may get discounted up to 70% off while bags can go as high as 50% off.

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    The Barneys Sale (Finally) Begins

    The Barneys sale usually begins over the Memorial weekend but this year shoppers have been left in suspense. Fret no more, the Barneys sale is on!

    Head this way to begin shopping online. Most designer clothing and shoes are 40% off and handbags are reduced by 30%. Second markdown usually begins in mid-June but the hottest items will sell out within a day or two. Clearly more variety can be found in stores but shopping online is sometimes too tempting.

    We used Net-A-Porter’s sale as a guide of what items are most likely to sell out first. All the links in our lookbook are the hottest fashions of the season. If past performance is indicative of future results, this merchandise will be gone within a day. Among the this season’s fastest markdown sellers are the Chloe Alison tote , this Erdem dress, these bedazzled Marni platform sandals and the Lanvin hologram sneaker.

    Please share what items you see going fast in the comment section below.

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    Net-A- Porter First Designer Markdown

    Online shoppers get clicking! Net-a-Porter’s summer sale started today. The luxury website’s first designer markdown ranges from 30% to 80% off. The sale includes practically the entire spring-summer season worth of clothing, shoes, bags, accessories and lingerie.

    We suggest that you begin loading your shopping cart, merchandise tends to flies off the NAP’s virtual shelves. The best deal is currently in the denim section. A variety of Paige jeans are discounted 80% including these skinny high rise’s that are $42 from $210. Most of the other clothing is reduced 50% off. We especially like this Kenzo stretch knit dress that’s $343 from $685. That eyelet Thakoon Addiction dress with illusion we’ve been eyeing all season is now $245 from $490 (and in the cart). This Roland Mouret chantilly lace dress is classic style perfection and is reduced to $1770 from $3535. A playful Moschino shift dress is summer perfection at $250 from $500.

    Shoes are reduced up to 50%. These Mother of Pearl slip-on sneakers are pretty cute and are reduced $192 from $385. Truthfully, though, we would be just as happy with $40 Vans. Gianvito Rossi python mules are $735 from $1050 and Marni slides (Birks) are $511 from $730. (Note to self: Shoes this season are surprisingly ugly!)

    The discount on most handbags is just 30% and a majority of the most desirable styles like Alexander Wang’s Rocco and Pierre Hardy color blocked bags are already sold out. Among the sale jewelry is this Shourouk Swarovski crystal necklace for 50% off or $290 from $580. This dainty Eugenia Kim crystal headband is $67 from $112 and this Alexander McQueen silk scarf is $255 from $425.

    While shopping you will notice that the season’s most iconic pieces sell out quickly. Don’t feel bad if you don’t catch exactly what you’ve been eyeing. You’ll just be sure to be faster when Barneys puts their sale online later this week.

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