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April 10, 2012
Jimmy Choo Sample Sale
It's only mid-April but news-worthy sample sales are already scheduled. Today, Racked reports that the Jimmy Choo sample sale is returning to the Metropolitan Pavilion after a three year hiatus. This sale may be newsworthy for the discounts but the long line is what really makes headlines.
Lines for the Jimmy Choo sample sale win for longest and most tedious in all of fashion. The line, not only spans the full Avenue of West 18th Street but also wraps up 7th Avenue and along West 19th Street.
Okay, lets talk prices. At the last Choo sale, which took place in 2009, a pair of heels were $250, two pair were $450 and three were $600. Sounds fantastic, right? Think again. We calculate that to be between 65% and 75% off retail. The Jimmy Choo boutique end-of-season discount is 65% off. Some department store markdowns are even more. You do the math: Three hour line-vs-10% savings...
Obviously, we believe it's better to spend the extra 10% and avoid this type of shopping experience, or agony! Alternatively, you can try to get yourself on the press/VIP list that gets you Thursday morning access.
Jimmy Choo Sample Sale
Thursday, April 12 and Friday, April 13
Thurs. 2pm to 6pm and Fri 9am to 6pm
Metropolitan Pavilion (123 W. 18th Street)...
April 9, 2012
DVF x Gap 30% Off
It's not often that we get swept up with fashion hype. When it came to DVF/Gap collection, however, we admit that we may have taken the bate. Granted, our entire local store was wiped clean of merchandise and the sales people at the Fifth Avenue Gap location insisted that the stock would not be replenished.
Fast forward three weeks and the DVF/Gap collaboration is now discounted 30% off. There is still a lot of merchandise online and stores seem to have sufficient stock along with a steady stream of returns. Our advice is to go for the price adjustment. That $80 blazer is so much cuter when it only cost you $56!...
April 5, 2012
Ralph Lauren 25% Off
We had a hunch that Ralph Lauren was tres cool in Paris but we had no idea just how much the brand had blown up internationally. Who would have known that a grand pony polo was hotter than anything Lanvin?
We are told that those big pony polos on Boulevard St Germain are 150-euro, which is about $200. On Madison Avenue those same polos are "just" $98 and through April 6th you can save 25% on your polo and most everything else at Ralph Lauren.
The "Shop in Style" discount benefits cancer prevention and research through the Pink Pony Fund. The discount is available in stores and online with the code RLGIVE2012. Now you can look as as hot as the coolest Parisian and have money left over to put towards your flight.
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April 4, 2012
Botticelli Boot Sale
By ManhattanMataHari
Botticelli is well known for their luxurious Italian leathers and fine craftsmanship. The store has been a Fifth Avenue icon since opening 1968. Right now, the boutique is hosting a markdown that might have you thinking twice before liberating your toes into sandal season.
The Italian boutique is hosting a boot sale were versions in suede, smooth leather and even over-the-knee styles are plentiful. Discounts range from 30% to 60% off with most retail prices start at about $800. We found the majority of the heeled riding boots to be the under the $300 price range. Be sure to check out the selection of booties as well, with our favorite picks being the tri-colored suede Oxfords for $338.
MadSpy readers can now arrange an additional 10% off by mentioning the site. Now that’s the kind of name dropping we are never ashamed of.
Contact: Francesco 212-582-6313 (Rockefeller Center)...
April 3, 2012
Shoshanna Sample Sale
Some of us are just coming back from spring break while others are just, well, breaking. Either way we are sure you are going to want to take advantage of the Shoshanna sample sale. Flirty dresses and well-fitting bathing suits will all be priced at $100 and under.
The sale will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Shoshanna showroom, which is further proof of this sale's worthy status. We also expect this sale to be quite sane to shop as sample season has not yet officially started.
Shoshanna Sample Sale
Tuesday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 4
10am to 6pm
231 West 39th Street, Suite 422
Cash and credit cards accepted...
April 2, 2012
Sephora 15% Off
Just as Spring is starting to bloom Sephora is offering a 15% discount in stores and online. The beauty discount coincides with the launch of a new Sephora.com and runs until April 5.
The new site includes, customized search capabilities, inventory checks of your local Sephora and expert beauty advice. Personally, we have never been fans of Sephora's "insider" tiny samples but we did appreciate the highlighted deals on the new site that include a Dior mascara for $14.50 from $24.50.
Cosmetic discounts like these happen periodically and present a good time to stock up on your favorite items. Sephora's friends and family promotion is usually a 20% discount but friends and family at Lord & Taylor is just 10% off cosmetics....
March 30, 2012
The It-it: Dior and Anselm Reyle
Usually our It-it subject is more notable for their wait lists than their overstock. In the case of Dior's collaboration with German artist, Anselem Reyle, our attention was gained by how much inventory seems to be left as the limited-time collection comes to an end Friday.
It's obvious that Dior invested a lot into this colorful collaboration. There coordinating are bags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics, scarves, books and coordinating nail polishes. At launch time we were told that most bag styles would sell out before they made it to store shelves. However, earlier this week it appeared as if all items were still in stock.
Many people would feel turned off to the collection because of all the excess inventory. We translate this situation into pure excitement. After all, who wants to see their limited-run neon-colored tote on the arm of five other women at the Monte-Carlo Beach Club this summer? Perhaps, we may even be able to pick up an extra piece at an outlet at a later date. That would surly translate into a winning collaboration, for us, at least.
Dior x Anselm Reyle Collection
Medium camo tote $1900, Lady Dior $4500
Ends Friday (or so we were told)
Contact Matthew: 212-931-2950...
March 29, 2012
Discounted Fur Finds
By ManhattanMataHari
With the unseasonably warm and practically nonexistent winter, we forecasted stores would be holding a surplus of fur inventory. While Bergdorf Goodman's fur sale ended in February, a managers approval can still be granted to allow for hefty discounts.
Bloomingdale's
Maximilian is fully stocked with a wide selection of furs. Discounts currently range from 30% to 75% off on everything in the salon. The 30% to 40% discount includes, Zac Posen, Sonia Rykiel, Dennis Basso, Michael Kors and Carmen Marc Valvo. These marquee names sets Bloomingdale's apart as the go-to place for designer furs. It was the house brand of furs that really caught our eye. The variations of cream, taupe and beige are all quite lovely. Fur shoppers should remember that this week's Bloomies sale event can add an extra 15% to 20% savings to the sales price.
Andrew: 212 705-3335
Macy's
Macy’s Fur Vault is offering shoppers 40% to 60% off original prices. The deal doesn't end there. As part of Macy's charity coat drive, customers can trade in an old coat and get an additional 30% off on top of the sales price. The shopping incentive ends Sunday but it shouldn't be too hard to find something you like. Macy's carries more than 1,300 furs in stock you have multiple styles in mink, sable, chinchilla, lynx, beaver, and raccoon. With prices this attractive it might be worth purchasing a coat larger than your size and having it restyled to your taste.
Madeline: 212 494-1227
Saks Fifth Avenue
The markdowns are a modest 50% at Saks, but we recently received an offer in the mail for 25% off your fur with a trade-in, 20% off your restyling order and 30% off a made to measure order. The great customer service at Saks is always a lure and beats dealing with the shady fur dealers in Chelsea.
Katarina: 212 940-4465...
