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    Alexis Bittar First Markdown

    Alexis Bittar has started his first markdown on the summer jewelry collection. The discount is 30% off but there’s usually a markdown of 50% later in the season. In addition to the Madison boutique, shoppers can browse the deals at the online store.

    Right now you you can find a modernist gold link necklace for $276 from $395, A signature large hinge bracelet for $298 from $425 and small hoop earrings are $123 from $175.

    Even if you live close to a boutique, we suggest familiarizing yourself with the collection online. The store’s sales associates usually seem more concerned in organizing papers at the register than assisting customers in sorting through the vast amount of merchandise to find the most suitable style.

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    Alizé Mix Squad Launch Party

    Beyoncé was certainly on to something when she said that girls run the world. The latest realm to be taken over by an all female force: DJs. Last night, Adrienne Bailon hosted a launch party at the Rivington Hotel for the Alizé Mix Squad, the first all female DJ crew headed by the notorious duo, Nina Sky. The party was glittered with socialites, musicians, and NBA players as the girls took turns spinning in the DJ booth.

    Specialty cocktails were served blended with the liqueur of the night, Alizé, a premium passion fruit based drink from France that has deep roots in the music industry. The Mix Squad girls are brand ambassadors and consists of DJ Dimepiece, DJ Eque, DJ Kiss, DJ Niena Drake, DJ Rashida, and Jessica Who?. These DJs have come together from all over the country to form an empowered female music crew as well as, let’s face it, run the world.

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    Buccellati Sale

    By ManhattanMataHari

    While exhibiting at Madrid’s 1920 Exposition, it is said that Mario Buccellati hurled an expensive compact out a window when a woman asked for a discount, shouting, “I am not a tradesman!” We wonder how Mario would feel about this week’s Buccellati sale being hosted by Soiffer Haskin at the jeweler’s 57th Street boutique.

    Generations of jewelry shoppers love Buccellati for their detailing and one-of-a-kind pieces. The company only produces about 3,000 pieces of jewelry per year, about 500 of which are one-of-a-kind pieces. As a fan we couldn’t resist scounting the discounts, which are up to 50% off retail.

    The sale started today and we couldn’t resist taking a look. The handcrafted fine jewels and watches are all 40% off retail and silver servingware and home accents are 50% off. Despite the lofty prices, fans of the jeweler can appreciate how seldom this brand goes on sale. Even resale prices hold up wonderfully.

    We found a sizable selection of jewelry, brooches, cuff links and jeweled watches. The pricing varies based upon the metal, but the majority of the sale jewelry is 18K yellow or white gold. There are a wide range of prices. We spotted a brooch retailing for $2500 and a lovely woven yellow gold necklace for $16,000 retail.

    Shoppers will also find a wide selection of Buccellati’s signature flower blossom necklaces. A version in sterling silver ranges from $1200 to $1900 and is significantly more affordable after the 40% markdown. If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind watch, we suggest checking out this sale before it ends on Friday. There are a number of lively colored crocodile strap watches with intricate faces. Prices start around $16,000 and go up to $80,000 for an engraved white gold pocket-watches.

    Upstairs, you’ll find finely crafted silver for the home. There are a variety of silver trays starting at $10,995. A large Torchon silver tray retails for $44,200. In addition, a selection of silver candlesticks ranges from $16,500 to $31,000 for singles and pairs.

    Buccellati Sale
    Buccellati Boutique
    46 East 57th Street, NYC
    Tuesday, June 21st to Friday, June 24th
    10am to 6pm daily

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    Obaibi Summer Sale

    There is no denying that shopping can be an addiction but shopping for a tot can cause you to really lose control. There’s something about miniature sized anything that is completely irresistible.

    One Madison Avenue store that fuels our shopping obsession is Obaibi. The fashion forward French children’s store specializes in clothing for babies and toddlers from newborn to five-years-old. What’s even better is that the boutique is having a super sale where their summer collection is discounted up to 50% off.

    An adorable embroidered dress is $21 from $35 and a coordinating three-button cardigan is $14 from $28. A little boy’s zipped hoodie is $15.75 from $31.50 and the coordinating polo shirt is $13.50 from $22.50. See– affordable and adorable!

    Those with tots who aren’t so mini, can shop the big kid’s store Okaidi, which specializes in sizes 3 to 14-years. The collection is available online but if you’re feeling more ambitious you can scope out one of the four US Okaidi stores. Click here to find the location closest to you.

    Obaibi
    1296 Madison Avenue @ 92nd
    212-369-8125
    www.okaidi.us
    www.obaibi.us


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    Valentino on Sale

    We are still making our way through the best sales on Madison Avenue. Today we stopped at Valentino to check out the markdown and selection.

    The discount is a straight 40% off across all spring merchandise. That includes shoes and handbags too. If you’re looking to be a step ahead of the trend, go for the studded ballet flats. These classic style shoes can easily be worn into fall and are $297 from $495. As for bags, we especially like this studded style, which is $1100 from $1845.

    When it comes to clothing, we prefer to stay away from anything too trendy. Valentino always has the most beautifully detailed clothing. Take this white ruffled cocktail dress that’s $1314 from $2190. It’s perfect for a luncheon or an evening party.

    Unfortunately, our favorite Valentino item is not being sold in the boutiques. A nude color ballet flat is perfect for a spring day and is so light that it feels as if you’re walking barefoot. Right now, this shoe is 30% off at Chuckies and but we are going to wait for a second markdown before taking the plunge.

    Robert 212-772-6969

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    Massimo Dutti Comes to NYC

    Zara’s parent company, Inditex, will be opening the first Massimo Dutti concept store, in New York, later this year. We are told the new store will be taking the Zara location at Fifth Avenue and 54th Street.

    Massimo Dutti is known for their high quality products and custom tailoring. Although the price point is considerably higher than Zara, it’s still very reasonably priced. For example, a custom suit is about 450-euros, which is about $640. A men’s shirt ranges in price from 50-to 60-euros ($71 to $85) and a woman’s dress is about 99-euros or $141.

    Fans of Masimo Dutti say to be on the look out for their leather jackets, bags and jeans. We even hear the store has a mega end-of-season sale where discounts range from 50% to 70% off. We think this is a store we can like, no, love.

    Addicts of the the Fifth Avenue Zara should not shed any tears because it will be relocating a few blocks south at Fifth Avenue and 52nd Street. For now, you can look foward to Zara’s spring sale, which will begin later this week.

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    ABC Carpet & Home Summer Tag Sale

    It’s that time of year again… time to stock up on furniture, rugs and home accessories at ABC Carpet & Home‘s summer tag sale. Select items from all stores and online will be up to 75% off.

    Featured designers, including Ralph Lauren, Barbara Barry, Calvin Klein, The Conran Shop will be discounted 20% to 60%. In addition, Dwell Studio and Vintage Modern will be up to 65% off. Lighting, tabletop & decorative accessories, bedding & bath, organic mattresses, upholstery, sofas, chairs and sectionals, handmade oriental rugs, antique & vintage carpets and contemporary rugs will also be discounted.

    The presale runs from June 16 to June 22nd and then opens to the public on June 23 and will run until July 17. We suggest shopping during the presale for the best selection– but isn’t that always the case?

    ABC Carpet & Home Tag Sale
    Presale: June 16 to June 22
    Sale: June 23 to July 17
    Click here for store locations and hours


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    Last Minute Father’s Days Gifts on Madison

    By: ManhattanMataHari

    For those of us procrastinators, it can be quite stressful figuring out what gifts to give. This year, why not give dear old dad something different – does he really need another animal print Hermes tie? We searched Madison Avenue boutiques and found some special shops where you can purchase your Father’s day gift on sale, naturally! We do suggest checking on their sales item return policy – just in case
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    Manrico Cashmere
    Manrico Cashmere has marked down the majority of their menswear. Lightweight cashmere normally ranges from $540 to $700 is marked down anywhere from 30% to 50%. They also had some really nice cashmere peacoats. Even at 50% off a retail price of $3800 may still be expensive for a gift for dad.
    Brigitte: 212-794-4200

    Davide Cenci
    The Davide Cenci boutique is known for their fine tailoring and collared shirts normally priced from $240 to $270. They are now 40% off. If you are pooling gift resources with your siblings, they have a great selection of unconstructed sports jackets as well racks of Loro Piana outerwear starting around $1400, included in the 40% markdown.
    Giorgio: 212-628-5911

    Giorgio’s of Palm Beach
    A bit further downtown is the menswear staple Giorgio’s of Palm Beach. Don’t let the name fool you – they have plenty of custom Italian-made Manhattan-appropriate men’s couture. While no sales prices are posted they are more than willing to work within your budget. Through a bit of yapping, a cashmere sweater normally priced $795 was reduced to $495. Everyone seemed very willing to work on prices throughout the store, so why not stop by and try your luck?
    Valario: 212-319-3108

    Eredi Pisano
    The Eredi Pisano boutique is encouraging last minute father’s day shopping with a weekend sale. Their collared shirts normally priced from $195 to $260 are 30% off. In addition, their seemingly endless selection of ties are marked down 40% off an origional price of $110 to $150. You will definitely be able to find a tie to suit your dad here, and at these prices you can get two for the price of one.
    Irelis: 212-418-9630

    Hickey Freeman
    If you are looking for nice casual menswear at a more wallet-friendly price, we suggest popping over to Hickey Freeman. Nearly everything in the store is currently marked down 30%, and they have a large selection of items marked down 75% as well.
    Manuel: 212-586-6481

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