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    Presales: Prada, Miu Miu, Tom Ford & Vivier

    It’s time to unplug the computer and put the Turkey aside. Prada, Miu Miu, Tom Ford and Roger Vivier are all hosting great private sales. All of the boutiques open their discounts to the public after Thanksgiving, but why wait when you have the inside scoop? Details are below. Don’t forget to tent the bird.

    Prada
    Clothing and select shoes are discounted 50% off. Seasonal style bags and accessories are discounted 40%. For winter, Prada’s bag collection consisted of bowling bags in a variety of materials. One bag looks like a winter puffer jacket, another is a tweed and others jacquard check prints. Prada’s ready-to-wear consists of some of the brand’s greatest hits and is a true crowd pleaser.
    Betty: (212) 327-4200

    Miu Miu
    The Miu Miu discounts are the same as Prada. Clothing and shoes are 50% off and bags are 40% off. This season’s collection was playful with a capital “P.” Polka-dotted neckerchiefs, jackets with a double sailor collar and stripy stockings remind us of a true fashion personality.
    Larena: (212) 641-2980

    Tom Ford
    We love Tom Ford and we love his sales. Seasonal merchandise is a straight 50% off. Some of our favorite pieces are the heels with heavy gold zippers and Tom’s moto jacket, of course. The sale officially goes public December 2 but presale shoppers can take their merchandise home immediately.
    Veronica: (212) 359-0300

    Roger Vivier
    Select shoes and bags are discounted 30% to 40% off. Unlike most other private sales, this one can be a bit difficult. The company requires that you have purchased an item at full price, at the boutique, before allowing you to participate in the markdown. Sometimes you can find an extra friendly sales person but we wouldn’t suggest calling the boutique for an order if you are not a regular customer.
    Edward: (212) 861-5371

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    Saint Laurent Presale Starts Now

    The presale at Saint Laurent started today. The discount on clothing is 40% and shoes and bags are marked down 30%. The sale goes public on Black Friday but presale shoppers can take their purchases home mow.

    Sale shoppers should be quick to grab the seasonal colored Sac de Jour bags. We aren’t a big fan of the studded buckle ankle boots but they have been a host seller. We are sure those $5000 moto jackets aren’t flying off the shelves but they become a bit more attractive when discounted 40%. But doesn’t everything look more attractive when on sale?

    Nathan 212-980-2970

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    Gucci Presale Begins

    The presale at Gucci started today. Although the store is taking presale orders you you will not be able to take your purchases home until December 4. Those buying online will will have to wait until that date to have your order shipped.

    If you’re shopping online, you can use this Gucci private sale link. Clothing, shoes and sunglasses are discounted 50% off. Bags are discounted 30% off. Most of the sale handbags are styles with the Gucci logo. One standout exception is the Emily Chain Shoulder bag, which is $1819 from $2600. If you’re in need of a tall riding boot we especially like the Eleonora, which is $649 from almost $1300. Take a look at this check flannel dress that’s $1097 from $2150 and this floral degrade dress is s is $1279 and $2550.

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    Post-Thanksgiving Sample Sales

    This week, the biggest friends and family event is Thanksgiving. The only notable sample sales are Montblanc and Bulgari at Soiffer Haskin, which runs until Tuesday, November 26th at 6:30pm. If you’re looking for some great sample sales than you’re going to want to look forward to next week. Below are some of our favorite post-Thanksgiving sample sales:

    Yigal Azrouël & Cut25
    Tuesday, December 3 through Friday, December 6
    10am to 6pm daily
    225 W. 39th St between 7th and 8th Aves, 5th floor
    Details: Yigal is one of our favorite sample sales of the season. We love how there are both designer and contemporary merchandise, there are lots of true samples and the prices are really attractive. At the last sale we found Yigal Azrouel open stock priced at 80% off and samples priced at 60%. Cut25 open stock was about 70% off and samples were priced at $30 and leather was $100. You can click here to see all the details from last season’s sale.

    Hanro of Switzerland
    Tuesday, December 3 and Wednesday, December 4
    8am to 6pm daily
    358 Fifth Avenue, btwn 5th & 6th @34th St. 6th fl
    Details: Basic underwear, underpinnings, loungewear and sleepwear for both women and men swill be discounted up t 75% off. This sale is mostly samples and sizes will be very limited outside of extra small and small for women mediums for men.

    Alexis Bittar
    Thursday, December 5 through Saturday, December 7
    8:30am to 7pm daily
    9 W. 20th St between 5th and 6th Aves
    Details: Alexis Bittar is opening their showroom for this sample sale. We are told that discounts will be about 70% off but imagine that price cuts will be made throughout the sale. Some pricing examples include large earring for $79 from $199 and a pendant necklace for $99 from $275.

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    The Best Department Store Shopping

    If you’re looking to avoid the large international crowds than this weekend would be the time to begin your holiday shopping, Most department stores have started presales that include most of store’s seasonal winter inventory. Generally, Christian Louboutin and Chanel do not allow their merchandise to be discounted until mid-December.

    Here’s an overview of what you’ll find within our local department stores:

    Barneys:
    The Madison Avenue department store has the best first markdown with clothing, shoes, accessories and handbags all discounted 40%. Among the included reduced items are Prosenza Schouler PS1 bags in several shades, like purple, blue, green and rust. Studded Saint Laurent bags are also part of the discounted inventory, along with a small selection of Givenchy bags, like the HDG Hobo. In the shoe department, you can count on most of the Prada and Miu Miu collection to be discounted along with Chloe and Gucci.
    Contact: Kyri 212-833-2088

    Bergdorf Goodman (Neiman Marcus):
    The discount on designer clothing is 40% off, while shoes are discounted 33% and bags are 30%. Upstairs, on F5 you can already find contemporary clothing reduced up to 65% off, which is more than any other store. While browsing we found lots of amazing deals. For example, this Theory leather shift dress is marked $319 from $919 and J Brand’s Super Skinny Metallic Suede Jeans are about $350 from $1000.
    Contact: Allison 212-872-8732

    Saks Fifth Avenue:
    Forget about shopping first markdown. In-the-know Saks customers want to shop the Black Friday sales before, well, Friday. Prices for the shopping extravaganza are usually reduced an extra 50% off of reduced if you can get to the store before noon. We can’t say that a sales associate will be able to pull the merchandise from the floor but if you have a good relationship you might be able to have someone “keep an eye” on your most covetable items.
    Contact: Fifth Avenue Club (Eric) 212-753-4000

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    Cufflinks for Your Male Connoisseur

    A man who wears french cuff shirts has instinctive style but buying a gift for such a fashionable guy may be the toughest task of the season. Fear not, we found the perfect present for your fashion minded man.






    Blake Green carries cufflinks that even your male connoisseur will faun over. Every piece  is hand made in New York by expert craftsmen. All of the designs are made of solid sterling silver or gold and features a combination of precious and semi-precious stones. There is no question, this is a gift for a man that appreciats quality and attention to detail.


    Prices range from $250 for the Nuuk, which is sterling silver set with vibrant green chrome diopsides to $3000 and up for those made of 18k gold. In addition, Blake Green offers customized, hand engraved and bespoke orders so that you can truly create a personal piece of expression.


    The only question that remains is how your man is going to top a Blake Green pair of cufflinks. Matching earrings perhaps?


    Blake Green New York
    info@blake-green.com
    (917) 426-2525



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    Montblanc Sample Sale

    Montblanc’s “private” friends and family sale is always a great place to pick up sophisticated gifts without breaking the bank. This sale is usually a reader favorite. Although, it’s dubbed private it’s not. Period.

    Last season shoppers were not happy with the sale. They said there were enormous lines and overcrowding. One Montblanc fan said she made it into the sale at noon all the rollerballs or ball point pens were already sold out.

    Those who got to the sale earlier found watches, pens, jewelry, bags and accessories. Most items were 65% off and leather goods were 75% off. All the pens that were under $300 went very quickly– as illustrated above. A limited selection of watches were more $1000. Cufflinks ranged in price from $100 to $300.

    The sale is only two days, starting Monday. There is no restocking and loyal fans turn out in mass for this discount opportunity. Those planning to majorly stock up should be warned that there there is a maximum of 12 pieces or and four watches for each shopper.

    Montblanc “Private” Friends & Family
    Monday, November 25 & Tuesday, November 26
    Mon 9am~7pm, Tues 9am~5pm
    260 Fifth Ave. (bet. 28th & 29th St.)

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    Collections for Holiday Shopping Inspiration

    At this time of year, it’s hard to feel motivated to shop when it’s a task listed on your to-do list. We always recommend that you begin your holiday shopping with a bit of inspiration. We recently curated several style-influenced collections on eBay to spark ideas for great gifts (and items for yourself.)

    One of our collections is composed of items we envision as It-Girl Must-Haves. We included everything from a hot pink Mulberry Alexa to a white Alaia dress to an Hermes Collier De Chien cuff. In another collection we curated an assortment of our favorite Intoxicating Scents, which ranges from Tom Ford’s Black Orchid to Dyptique’s Feu de Bois. Perfect Accents is a collection of our favorite belts, hair accessories, gloves charms and jewels.

    We hope you will take some time to explore the inspiring collections we made and follow MadisonAveSpy on eBay as we create more. #eBayCollection and #FollowItFindIt.

    My eBay Collections were curated as part of my collaboration with eBay.
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