Fashion Prospectress: September 2009

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

W Hotel store warehouse sale

You know the stores at the W Hotels sell a variety of weird stuff, right? Some are more familiar to us, like DVF dresses and Seychelles shoes, but there are also some random finds too.

Pan for god at their big warehouse/sample sale. Overstock jewelry, accessories, bags, shoes, beauty, miscellany, etc will be up to 70% off.

The LaRok Nile dress is $70 (originally $278), the Wink Mia jumper is $38 (originally $152), Gorjana Poppy stack rings are $35 (originally $70), and the Madison Marcus Lunar Bow dress is $72 (originally $285).

What: W Hotel store warehouse sale
When: Wednesday, Sep 30 - Saturday, Oct 3; W–F 10AM–7PM, S 10AM–4PM
Where: Suite 703, 265 W 37th St (@ 8th Ave)

Decades TWO pop-up shop

This very interesting article on Racked.com caught my eye...
http://racked.com/archives/2009/09/30/before_the_fray_a_sneak_peak_at_the_decadestwo_popup_shop.php

What: Decades TWO pop-up shop
When: starting Friday
Where: 79 Greene St

Bloomingdales friends & family

Bloomingdale's has started their F&F event online. Use code "FANDF" to take 20% off on clothing,home goods and wedding registries(!) or 10% off small electronics. Or, print out the email and shop in-stores starting Thursday. No discounts on beauty-- see exclusion list below. Ends Sunday, Oct 4.
Online exclusions:
Chanel, Ralph Lauren Black Label, Paul Smith, Turnbull & Asser, The North Face, Dior, Fendi, Jimmy Choo Sunglasses, Louis Vuitton, Agent Provocateur, UGG® Australia, David Yurman, Gift Cards, Cosmetics, and Fragrances. 10% off offer valid only on Small Electrics and Men's Electronics.

In-Store exclusions:
Certain designer and brand exclusions apply. Discount offer not valid on Cosmetics and Fragrances, Maximilian Fur Services, Martine's Chocolates, Shop at Home Services, Rug Cleaning Services, Interior Design Special Orders and electronic gift cards.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Tina Tang sample sale (40% off in-stores!)

A little bling coming our way, mayhaps? 40% off is not too shabby!! I'm definitely looking forward to checking this one out! If you don't live in NYC, but you have something in mind, give them a ring.

What: Tina Tang sample sale
When: Friday, Oct 2 - Sunday, Oct 4; F/S 12-8PM, Sun 12-6PM
Where: Tina Tang & Gold Label by Tina Tang stores, 48 or 49 Greenwich Ave (across the street from each other)

ShopBop.com adds to 70% off section

A whole slew of 70% off goodies has been added to ShopBop's sale section! Free shipping.

Monday, September 28, 2009

GAP.com 25% off

I normally don't endorse GAP, but 25% off... use code "SAVE25". Ends Wednesday, Sep 30.

Drugstore.com beauty friends & family

Update: False alarm, this isn't the normal Beauty.com F&F. You can see the brands included in this promo here.

Between Beauty.com's (Sep, 20% off), Saks Fifth Avenue's (Oct, 15% off beauty), and Sephora's (Nov, 20% off) F&F events, my bank account is gently coaxed of all its holdings.

Starting today until Wednesday, Sep 30, use this link to get 20% off at Beauty.com. Make sure to plan strategically to ensure you get it all (your Bliss, Strivectin, La Prairie, Chanel, and Fekkai) at the best discounts. Helpful hint: Beauty.com doesn't charge tax unless you live in WA, NJ, or NY.

7 For All Mankind warehouse sale

If you know someone, maybe you'll be able to finagle an invite to the preview, but otherwise, plan on taking a nice long lunchbreak this Friday. 7 for all Mankind is doing their first public warehouse sale (I'm guessing both mens and womens) and prices start at $65, $55, or $45 depending on which day you go. Make sure to RSVP before you head out to avoid any begging and pleading.

What: 7 for all Mankind warehouse sale
When: Private: Thursday, Oct 1; Public: Friday, Oct 2 - Sunday, Oct 4, 10AM-8PM daily
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 5th Fl, 123 W 18th St (btw 6/7th Ave)

Tobi.com 25% off

Not to jinx this span of good discounts, but is there ever a reason to buy things full retail from Tobi.com?* Use code "LAYER25" to take 25% off until Wednesday, Sep 30.

*Well, yes, if you are looking for A.P.C., Alexander Wang, Anthony Logistics for Men, Comme des Garcons, Converse, Hudson Jeans, Nixon, T by Alexander Wang, or Robin's Jeans.

Friday, September 25, 2009

StevenAlan.com 30% off pre-fall and organic

StevenAlan.com is taking 30% off a good selection of mens and womens pre-fall and organic shirts. Very nice.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Lucky Magazine Boutique Crawl

I am not a Lucky Mag subscriber, so it's a good thing my coworker gave me a heads up on the Lucky Magazine Boutique Crawl! Tomorrow night in West Village, a number of stores on Bleecker St will be running little promos to entice your wallet to come out and play. This is like a mini more-organized Fashion's Night Out with less champagne and more discounts, which makes it infinitely more appealing to me. Check out the website to print out your Lucky Buck$ (PDF)!

What: Lucky Mag Boutique Crawl
When: Thursday, Sep 24; 6-9PM
Where: Bleecker St from 7th Ave to Bank St

Starting on Christopher and Bleecker and going West...
- Reiss - 20% off, free alterations, cocktails
- M Z Wallace - 20% off, champagne
- Satya - 20% off, henna tattoos, tea & cookies
- 7 For All Mankind - 20% off, DJ, cocktails
- Verve - 15% off, Vomma Verve! energy cocktails
- Castor & Pollux - 20% off, snacks, sips
- Housing Works - 20% off, donate your vintage designer clothing and get a gift
- Brooks Brothers Black Fleece - 20% off, cocktails
- Alexis Bittar - 15% off, prosecco & sweets
- Van Leeuwen Artisan Ice Cream Truck - free ice cream!!!!! (1 per person)
- Steven by Steve Madden - 30% off, DJ
- Intermix - 10% off
- Juicy Couture - $50 off with Lucky Buck$, sips & sweets
- Cynthia Rowley - 10% off, Sebastian hair styling station, cocktails & sweets
- Tommy Hilfiger - 20% off, $20 off with Lucky Buck$
- Diptyque - 15% off
- Olive + Bettes - snacks
- Fresh - 25% off!!!!!, beauty tips, sips & sweets
- Lulu Guinness - 20% off, champagne
- Bond No. 9 - 10% off, Magnolia cupcakes
- Marc by Marc Jacobs - visor gift with purchase, Splash Rain perfume gift with purchase $250+
- James Perse - beer & wine
- Madewell on the Move - discounts on denim & more
- Plaza Too - 10% off, DJ

Brooklyn Boulders class/pass discount

If indoor rock climbing is your thing (and you live in or don't mind going to Brooklyn), look at this. For $50 you can get a "Learn the Ropes" class and 2 day passes to Brooklyn Boulders (normally $150).

YOOX.com free shipping

After a fun evening of getting totally drunkface off champagne at our fav restaurant (celebrating our 2nd yr wedding anniversary), this YOOX.com free shipping coupon is good. Even better: it works on all the end-of-season clearance merch. You need to use the link below.

Free Shipping on all orders on yoox.com today!

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Hermes sample sale

Hermes is doing their thing. Prepare for (classy and refined) madness. A word of warning: tomorrow AM may be invitation only, so I'd suggest going after noon.

What: Hermes sample sale
When: Wednesday, Sep 23 - Sunday, Sep 27; W,F,S:10AM-6PM, Th 10AM-8PM, Su 1-5PM
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W 18th St

Baccarat sample sale: womens jewelry

Toss out your Murano jewelry and kick it up a notch. Save up to 70% off Baccarat crystal bracelets, earrings, pendants, necklaces and rings.

What: Baccarat sample sale
When: Thursday, Sep 24 - Friday, Sep 25
Where: 2nd Fl, 625 Madison Ave (@ 59th St); 212-826-4130
CC only. All sales final.

Prive fall sample sale

Prive will be hosting another sample sale this weekend, but alas, I don't know what brands will be on sale. However, I can say with certainty that every time I've popped by, I've always bought something :P so it can't be that bad! This one will be fall clothing for men and women.

What: Prive fall sample sale
When: Thursday, Sep 24 - Sunday, Sep 27; 10:30AM-7PM daily
Where: Chelsea Market, 75 9th Ave (btw 15/16 St)

Monday, September 21, 2009

Slane & Slane sample sale

I am currently taking a breather before the onslaught of fall sample sales, but this one looks good.

Sample & stock sale. Save 50 to 70 percent off Slane & Slane designs, inspired by classic architecture and mythology. This sale will offer a large assortment of 18kt gold and sterling silver rings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Sterling silver rings for $60 (retail $120), 18k cuff for $1,620 retail $5,400) or their signature freshwater oval pearl necklace for $165 (retail $330).

What: Slane & Slane sample sale
When: Tuesday, Sep 22 - Thursday, Sep 24; T 2-7PM, W 10AM-6PM, Th 10AM-7PM
Where: 11th Fl @ 48 W 25 St (btw 6th Ave/Broadway); 212-691-5820
Cash or MC, V, Amex. All sales final.

Juicy Couture friends and family

Late notice: 30% off Juicy Couture until tomorrow! Print out the flyer (on facebook) to shop in-stores. No online component, sorry. Ends Tuesday, Sep 22.

Domenico Vacca sample sale

Per NYMag:

Starts tomorrow: Domenico Vacca is hosting a sample sale. Select cashmere pieces are $99 (originally $490), silk cocktail dresses and gowns are $99 to $299, and men's button-down shirts are $140 (originally $540). Through 9/24. 14 E. 60th St., nr. Madison Ave., Ste. 900 (212-920-1211); T–Th (10–6).

Piperlime 20% off bags and shoes

Use code "TREAT" and take 20% off shoes and bags at Piperlime. Ends Wednesday, Sep 23.

Exclusions: final sale items, Emilio Pucci, Giuseppe Zanotti, Belle by Sigerson Morrison, Kate Spade, Frye, Donald J Pliner, Brooks and Patagonia.

BlueBee sale

Not the most exciting thing right now, but there don't seem to be many sales going on. So here it is.

Sunday, September 20, 2009

BasicBasic (Tee-Zone.com) sale

Apologies for the lack of posts over the past few days. My friend from Chicago came to visit, and we spent all day (morning to midnight) eating and shopping. Needless to say, it was incredible. We walked through the NYU area (East Village) on our way to Soho and came across some good sales.

At Samples for (eco)mpassion, there is a small selection of Kenneth Jay Lane necklaces ($39) and bracelets ($29), in addition to clothing from a couple of designers I have never heard of.

At BasicBasic, there is a huge selection of tops at 25%, 50%, or 70% off. Their main brands are Nation LTD, Petite Bateau, Splendid, James Perse, Three Dots, C&C, and tons more. I spotted some Rachel Pally as well. The online shop, Tee-Zone.com, is doing a promo now of 15% off anything and everything. Use code "GOODY". Ends Thursday, Sep 24.

What: Samples for (eco)mpassion
Where: 2 Great Jones St (btw Broadway/Lafayette); 12-7PM daily

What: BasicBasic (Tee-Zone.com)
Where: 710 Broadway; 212-477-5711

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Tobi.com 25% off

Use code "BYESUMMER" to take 25% off the new non-sale merch at Tobi.com. Ends Friday, Sep 18.

Excludes: A.P.C., Alexander Wang, Anthony Logistics for Men, Comme des Garcons, Converse, Hudson Jeans, Nixon, T by Alexander Wang, and Robin's Jeans.

The Warehouse Sale (denim)

Designer denim mecca The Warehouse Sale is coming. Starting Friday, the sale will consume the Metropolitan Pavilion with over 20,000 mens and womens items up to 80% off. There will be jeans but also tops, jackets, hoodies, dresses and other mish mash. Brands will include 7 for all Mankind, AG Jeans (woohoo!), Antik Denim, Chip & Pepper, Christian Audigier, Ed Hardy, Laguna Beach, Rock & Republic, True Religion, William Rast, and many others I am too lazy to list off. There is also a Buy-4-Get-1-Free incentive.

RSVP to avoid paying a $5 entrance fee. Or, pick up a promo postcard which can be found at totally random stores (I found mine at my pet food place), which gives you free admission plus $25 off every $200 spent.

What: The Warehouse Sale
When: Friday, Sep 18 - Saturday, Sep 19; 11AM-8PM
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 4th Fl @ 123 W 18th St

Charles P. Rogers sample sale

Of course I am biased here, but Charles P. Rogers beds are awesome. The quality is just superb, and the local delivery service is pretty much white-glove. They assemble and everything! And all good things come at a price, so jump on this opportunity to get a great discount (plus free delivery, which is a rarity). This sale 'goes public' on Sunday, so hurry and beat the crowds.

What: Charles P. Rogers sample sale
When: now - unknown
Where: 55 W 17th St (around the corner from Bed Bath & Beyond); 212-675-4400 or their NJ Showroom (b/w BJs & Staples), 300 Rte 17 North, East Rutherford, NJ; 201-933-8300

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

YOOX.com final summer cut

As low as it's gonna go. YOOX is cleaning out its inventory (and who knows where it's going). Ends Wednesday, Sep 30.

Beauty.com $20 off $100+

Click through the email and have $20 taken off your purchases of $100+ at Beauty.com. And, of course, shipping is free for $50+. Ends Tuesday, Sep 29.

H&M coupon: buy 1 get one 50% off

My lovely coworker felt compelled to send this to me, and in keeping with the spirit... Print out the below coupon (PDF) to save 50% off on the equal or lesser priced item for every 2 items purchased at H&M. One coupon per customer. Expires Sunday, Sep 20.

Monday, September 14, 2009

Tourneau sample sale

Weekend update from a friend:

It is a must! Everything is 50 percent off—Tag, Movado, Breitling, Rado, Dior, Gucci, etc., etc., etc.—and the selection is gorgeous.

You have to be really hard pressed to walk out of there without a watch or two …

The prices don’t go down as the week goes on and they don’t get new merch either.

Soiffer-Haskin is back from summer break. Kicking things off: a Tourneau sample sale of new and pre-owned watches, jewelry and writing instruments, all 50-70% off. Most of the brands they carry in their stores will be available except for Rolex and Patek Philippe (darn it!).

What: Tourneau sample sale
When: Saturday, Sep 12 - Thursday, Sep 17; 9AM-6:30PM daily
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 W 33rd St (W of 8th Ave); 718-747-1656
CC only. No strollers. No children under 12. All sales final.

Thursday, September 10, 2009

LeSportsac sample sale

Another LeSportsac sample sale, just in time for autumn. If you have something specific in mind, go during the VIP hours. If you want a good deal, wait til the last day!

What: LeSportsac sample sale
When: VIP- Tuesday, Sep 15; 3-10PM; Public- Wednesday, Sep 16 - Thursday, Sep 17; 8AM-9PM
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 4th Fl @ 123 W 18 St

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Paragon Sports warehouse sale

Paragon Sports is clearing it out! Get some heavily discounted summer sports paraphernalia or prepare for winter.

What: Paragon Sports warehouse sale
When: Thursday, Sep 10 - Thursday, Sep 17; 9/10: 9AM-8PM, then M-Th, S 10AM-8PM, F 9AM-8PM, Sun 11AM-7PM (you got all that?)
Where: 18 E 18th St (entrance on 18th St btw Broadway/5th Ave)

Christofle good cause AND $50 giftcard for $100+

Saving and protecting animals is near and dear to my heart. Fortunately, so is shopping! Indulge your inner saint during Christofle's charity event. On Tuesday, Sep 15 and Wednesday, Sep 16, Christofle will be donating 15% of all sales to the Picasso Veterinary Fund, a special fund that assists in the veterinary care of injured or ill babies waiting to be adopted in our NYC shelters. And if that wasn't incentive enough, you'll even get a glass of champagne AND $50 giftcard for spending more than $100+.

What: Christofle Picasso Veterinary Fund shopping event
When: Tuesday, Sep 15 - Wednesday, Sep 16
Where: Christofle, 680 Madison Ave

Maria Sharapova bails on Cole Haan

On Sep 2, I received an email from Cole Haan touting their Fashion's Night Out event: watching the mens quarterfinals in their tennised-out Madison Ave store. The headline stated that Maria Sharapova would be popping in to help shill the line of accessories she had a hand in... inspiring? designing? something.

However, come Sep 8, I receive a new announcement hyping up their astroturfed floor and mysteriously omitting the guest appearance. Guess she didn't anticipate having no other reason to stay in town other than smile and wave. The good news is, you can snack on Dylan's Candy Bar yummies while ogling Nadal.

What: Cole Haan's US Open viewing party (Fashion's Night Out)
When: Thursday, Sep 10; 6-11PM
Where: Cole Haan, 677 Madison Ave

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

San Gennaro sample sale/flea market

During the San Gennaro festival (Monday, Sep 14 - Monday, Sep 21), Openhouse Gallery will be hosting a sale and flea market. I have no idea what will really be on sale aside from the general categories: mens/womens clothing and shoes, hats, jewelry, artwork, and other mish mash. I suppose if you are wandering the streets during this time, you might want to pop over and see if they have anything good!

What: San Gennaro sample sale/flea market
When: Monday, Sep 14 - Monday, Sep 21
Where: Openhouse Gallery, 201 Mulberry St

Friday, September 4, 2009

Bliss beauty set deals

Bliss is doing some good discounts on beauty sets and some brands, but it looks like the catch is you can only do one per purchase (although I have not confirmed that you cannot use multiple promo codes at once). This weekend only. Click on the image below to see all the codes.

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Bloomingdale's big brown bag sale

Bloomie's is doing their Big Brown Bag Sale, and a lot of their online sale merch has been marked down another 30%. Use code "BIG20" to take +20% off items designated in the 'brown bag'. However, we all know that in-store shopping is where it's at. Print the email to take +20% off almost all sale stuff in the store. Ends Monday, Sep 7.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Fashion's Night Out

I can't ignore it any longer. The weight of the incoming event emails and publicity is crushing me.

What: Fashion's Night Out
When: Thursday, Sep 10; 6-11PM
Where: NYC

Fashion's Night Out is a celebration of fashion, organized in NYC by Vogue Magazine and CFDA. Various venues and retailers will have special events, ranging from the basic cocktails and hors d'oeuvres (almost everywhere) to having your picture taken with Carla Bruni and Anna Wintour cardboard cutouts (Be & D event at Saks). There are more free giftbags w/ purchase than I care to list, but be sure to check out your fav store to see if they have 'shopping incentives'. Also, for eye candy, it looks like all the major jewelry houses (Harry Winston, Fred Leighton, VC&A) are going to be doing extravagant displays.

Here's an incomplete list of notable events I'm compiling. Check the website for the entire listing (there's a ton!).

Stores doing discounts (first on my mind, naturally)

Bond No. 9 - 20% off all full price items, and receive a Bon Bon Refillable Pocket Spray with all 3.4 oz. fragrance purchases
Carlos Miele will have special discounts on some classic pieces
Owl's Lab - 25% off from 7-11PM and gift with purchase over $250+
Takashimaya - get a $25 gift certificate when you spend $100+ / $50 certificate for $250+

Stores doing charity donations

Burberry will be donating 10% of all purchases to the Burberry Foundation
Akris will be donating some proceeds to the Lennox Hill Neighborhood House
American Apparel will have a special tote bag of which 20% goes towards the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Aveda will have ice cream trucks at their 5th Ave and Vandam St salons, all proceeds of which will go towards the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Bulgari will have a Save the Children ring and pendant of which $60 will be donated to Save the Children’s “Rewrite the Future” campaign
David Yurman will also be contributing a portion of sales to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Derek Lam will be donating 10% of sales to The New Museum on Bowery
Ermenegildo Zegna will also be contributing 10% of sales to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Gucci has free t-shirts and will donate a part of sales to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Jo Malone will be contributing 10% of sales to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
John Varvatos will be contributing 10% of sales to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Roger Vivier will also be contributing a portion of sales to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Valentino will also be contributing a portion of sales to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum

Fun events / Freebies

3.1 Phillip Lim will be bringing back 5 retro signature styles, just for this night
Adam Lippes will be giving shoppers a custom ADAM t-shirt and flip flops
Alexander McQueen will be raffling off a bag: The Faithful
Alice + Olivia will have a photo studio set up for potential Fashion Week models
Band of Outsiders will have a Thai tie truck selling special ties and dessert
Barneys - 'nuff said
Cartier - custom build a Marcello bag
Chanel - custom build a 2.55 bag
Dior has fashion photographer Arthur Elgort available for portraiture (complete with hair and makeup styling) for customers who drop $2,500+
Escada will sell three exclusive dresses in custom colors with signed sketch and swatch
Hugo Boss in the Meatpacking will have burlesque dancers
Kiki de Montparnasse will have an erotic photo booth (ooohlala)
Marc by Marc Jacobs will have a special set for photos
Matthew Williamson - order a bespoke dress
Philosophy by Alberta Ferreti will have special custom t-shirts without the FNO logo
Pure Yoga will be giving away one-week passes
Saks 5th Avenue will have over 1,000 cosmetic giveaways
Tibi is giving 2 tickets to their Spring 2010 runway show to any customer who spends $1,000+ on full-price items

Meet the Designer / Celebs

Anya Hindmarch will be at her Soho store
Bally - Creative Director Brian Atwood will be DJing
Barneys - Mingle with Isabel Toledo, Marcus and David from Rag & Bone, Narciso Rodriguez, Amanda Brooks, Waris, Thom Browne, Jonathan Adler, Lisa Perry, Alexander Wang, the Row’s Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, and more
Bergdorf Goodman - Zac Posen, Padma Lakshmi, Cynthia Rowley, Edward Bess, Gilles Mendel, Lela Rose, Naeem Khan, Peter Som, Alexander Wang, Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen, André Leon Talley, Donna Karan, Linda Fargo, Robert Verdi, Isaac Mizrahi, Carlos Falchi, Manolo Blahnik, Narciso Rodriguez, Victoria Beckham, and many others will stop by
Billionaires Boys Club - Pharrell Williams is manning the cash register!
Bloomingdale's - Rebecca Minkoff, Brian Reyes
Botkier - Monica Botkier will be at Saks
Carolina Herrera will be doing photo opps
Catherine Malandrino at her Meatpacking store
Cole Haan will have Maria Sharapova on hand
Giuseppe Zanotti will be DJing
Manolo Blahnik will be at his boutique, not DJing
Oscar de la Renta will be singing
Saks 5th Avenue - Donna Karan, Carolina Hererra, Elie Tahari Giuseppe Zanotti, Josie Natori, Peter Som, Ralph Rucci, Geren Ford, Shoshanna Gruss, Kay Unger, Aerin Lauder, Bobbi Brown, Fredrick Fekkai

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Tobi.com 30% off

Daily Candy has a Tobi.com coupon for 30% off the fall collection/full-priced merchandise. Use code "TOBICANDY". End date unknown.

* Excludes sale items and all A.P.C., Alexander Wang, Anthony Logistics for Men, Comme des Garçons, Converse, Hudson Jeans, Nixon, T by Alexander Wang, and Robin’s Jeans.

Victoria's Secret 2 free undies

Today only, get 2 free undies with any purchase from Victoria's Secret. (They are celebrating their 2 million Facebook fans.) In-store only. Get your coupon here (you need to print it out).

YOOX.com end-of-summer sale

YOOX.com's summer sale merchandise has hit 80% off (well, a good portion of it anyway). Use this link to get free shipping. Ends Sunday, Sep 13.

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