Tidbits
Bluefly is having a designer clearance sale; items are up to 75% off.
Get $15 off a $75 purchase at The Gap when you enter code FEB15GAP at checkout.
Today through Monday, Bloomingdale's is having a Presidents' Day sale. The sale is in stores as well as on the website.
Anthropologie is also having a sale.
Style.com's Item of the Week is this amazingly cool Helmut Lang bracelet that looks like a handcuff. At $185, it's probably the most affordable item in his store.
Did you know Crate & Barrel has an online outlet? Me neither. But items are up to 70% off.
Grammy whammy
With all the Fashion Week excitement (well, and closing an issue at work), I completely forgot about critiquing the Grammy fashions! Luckily, the folks at E! Fashion Police have taken care of business for me. Still, I think I'll throw in my few cents.
Christina Aguilera: Again, the dress is a marked improvement, but the hair and accessories are a bit much.
JC Chasez: Channeling Crockett and Tubbs, but somehow it works.
Alicia Keys: Now, clearly this girl likes to wear jeans. Which is fine. But she needs to commit to either a dress or jeans--none of this capri-jeans-under-3/4-of-a-dress business.
Gwen Stefani: Everything she wears is a total risk, and she always pulls it off like a star. I admire this woman.
Justin Timberlake, a.k.a. bodice ripper: Brown suit and pink shirt. Hmm, poop and Pepto?
Ashanti: If I had abs like this, I'd be showing them off, too.
Lil' Kim: Wow, I think that's the most fabric she's ever been wearing!
Carson Kressley: You know, for someone who's supposed to be a style guru, he looks an awful lot like Liberace.
Sarah Jessica Parker: This wouldv'e been cuter if the skirt were about three or four inches longer. Still, very Carrie Bradshaw.
Sting, Trudie Styler, and daughter Koko: While none of them are wearing footwear that actually matches the rest of their outfits (navy socks, Sting? Navy?), I really can't say anything bad here.
Mary J. Blige: Big Bird goes to the disco.
Jennifer Love Hewitt: If you must wear an ill-fitting dress, please don't pair it with lucite stripper shoes.
Billy Bob Thornton: Um, isn't that a girl's shirt? 'Cause I have one exactly like it in pink.
Queen Latifah: Love the color, don't love the outfit. It's a little too Alicia Keys for my taste. Pants or dress: Make a decision.
Guy Ritchie & Madonna: They both look amazing. I have nothing snarky to say. Really.
Paula Abdul: The dress and the jewelry are great (it takes a capable woman to pull off Herve Leger, especially in orange). The hair and the fake tan, not so much.
Beyonce: She had definitely overcome her style rut (a.k.a. jumpsuits). This dress is amazing, and it almost makes her look like a fertility goddess (I mean that in a good way).
With all the Fashion Week excitement (well, and closing an issue at work), I completely forgot about critiquing the Grammy fashions! Luckily, the folks at E! Fashion Police have taken care of business for me. Still, I think I'll throw in my few cents.
Christina Aguilera: Again, the dress is a marked improvement, but the hair and accessories are a bit much.
JC Chasez: Channeling Crockett and Tubbs, but somehow it works.
Alicia Keys: Now, clearly this girl likes to wear jeans. Which is fine. But she needs to commit to either a dress or jeans--none of this capri-jeans-under-3/4-of-a-dress business.
Gwen Stefani: Everything she wears is a total risk, and she always pulls it off like a star. I admire this woman.
Justin Timberlake, a.k.a. bodice ripper: Brown suit and pink shirt. Hmm, poop and Pepto?
Ashanti: If I had abs like this, I'd be showing them off, too.
Lil' Kim: Wow, I think that's the most fabric she's ever been wearing!
Carson Kressley: You know, for someone who's supposed to be a style guru, he looks an awful lot like Liberace.
Sarah Jessica Parker: This wouldv'e been cuter if the skirt were about three or four inches longer. Still, very Carrie Bradshaw.
Sting, Trudie Styler, and daughter Koko: While none of them are wearing footwear that actually matches the rest of their outfits (navy socks, Sting? Navy?), I really can't say anything bad here.
Mary J. Blige: Big Bird goes to the disco.
Jennifer Love Hewitt: If you must wear an ill-fitting dress, please don't pair it with lucite stripper shoes.
Billy Bob Thornton: Um, isn't that a girl's shirt? 'Cause I have one exactly like it in pink.
Queen Latifah: Love the color, don't love the outfit. It's a little too Alicia Keys for my taste. Pants or dress: Make a decision.
Guy Ritchie & Madonna: They both look amazing. I have nothing snarky to say. Really.
Paula Abdul: The dress and the jewelry are great (it takes a capable woman to pull off Herve Leger, especially in orange). The hair and the fake tan, not so much.
Beyonce: She had definitely overcome her style rut (a.k.a. jumpsuits). This dress is amazing, and it almost makes her look like a fertility goddess (I mean that in a good way).
Today's reviews
NYT: Cathy Horyn fawns over Michael Kors, Narciso Rodriguez, Vera Wang.
WWD: They concur on Kors, Rodriguez, and Wang, plus Proenza Schouler; Menichetti, J. Mendel, John Varvatos, and Chaiken; and Generra (remember them?), Nanette Lepore, and more.
NYP: Everybody in fur! (Ooh, I'm going to get some snarky e-mails about that comment!)
Lookonline: Off-the-runway trends: leopard coats and winter white.
The Daily: More reviews!
NYT: Cathy Horyn fawns over Michael Kors, Narciso Rodriguez, Vera Wang.
WWD: They concur on Kors, Rodriguez, and Wang, plus Proenza Schouler; Menichetti, J. Mendel, John Varvatos, and Chaiken; and Generra (remember them?), Nanette Lepore, and more.
NYP: Everybody in fur! (Ooh, I'm going to get some snarky e-mails about that comment!)
Lookonline: Off-the-runway trends: leopard coats and winter white.
The Daily: More reviews!
The report on Barneys
I have a two-track mind this week: Fashion Week and Barneys. So this morning I hit the Barneys Warehouse Sale. I got there at about 7:50 (it opened at 8), and the line was on the long side but moved quickly. As usual, it was pretty crowded, but not unbearable. Now, I have a very stragetic way of shopping this sale. First I check out the super-designer stuff (the special section used to be in the back, over by the knits, but this time it's closer to the shoes). They have a lot of Dolce & Gabbana and Narcisco Rodriguez, and some of last year's Balenciaga, but unfortunately no Marni or Prada. Then I hit "ready-to-wear" (mostly stuff from Co-op and private label). They have a ton of Marc by Marc Jacobs--clearly the mod look didn't sell too well. There was also a lot of Diane von Furstenberg, Joie, Seven (no jeans, though--but they did have some cute velvet cropped pants, which I almost bought then decided I didn't really need), Habitual, Ya-Ya, Rogan, Vince, Vanessa Bruno, etc. Then I hit the knits--again, a lot of Marc by Marc Jacobs. They also had quite a few really thick cashmere sweaters (at least four-ply, probably closer to six) that were originally in the $700s, marked down to like $120. Then I checked out lingerie: They have a lot of La Perla (miraculously, I found a matching set) and the supercute Marni lingerie, which, unfortunately, is still kind of pricey (like $49 for a thong). They also had some VPL, Passion Bait, Eres, and various other fancy stuff. Finally, I went to the shoe department. Now, I know a lot of girls go for the shoes first, but I prefer to go last because 1) shoes are my weakness, so if I go there first, that's where I'll blow my budget, and 2) if you get shoes first, you have to haul them around the whole store while you look at everything else. So, what do they have in the shoe department? Miu Miu, Christian Louboutin, Marc by Marc Jacobs, private label, some Prada, some Costume National, and quite a few of the Manolo Blahnik boots that kind of look like converse sneakers (they're $295--not bad for Manolos, however I think they're kind of ugly). Sorry, I didn't go to the men's department due to time constraints.
All in all, it's definitely worth checking out, although I'd suggest going at an off-time (like on a weekday afternoon, if you can). Usually after a week or so, things get marked down--plus they restock--so I'll definitely be making at least one more trip. I'll keep you posted...
I have a two-track mind this week: Fashion Week and Barneys. So this morning I hit the Barneys Warehouse Sale. I got there at about 7:50 (it opened at 8), and the line was on the long side but moved quickly. As usual, it was pretty crowded, but not unbearable. Now, I have a very stragetic way of shopping this sale. First I check out the super-designer stuff (the special section used to be in the back, over by the knits, but this time it's closer to the shoes). They have a lot of Dolce & Gabbana and Narcisco Rodriguez, and some of last year's Balenciaga, but unfortunately no Marni or Prada. Then I hit "ready-to-wear" (mostly stuff from Co-op and private label). They have a ton of Marc by Marc Jacobs--clearly the mod look didn't sell too well. There was also a lot of Diane von Furstenberg, Joie, Seven (no jeans, though--but they did have some cute velvet cropped pants, which I almost bought then decided I didn't really need), Habitual, Ya-Ya, Rogan, Vince, Vanessa Bruno, etc. Then I hit the knits--again, a lot of Marc by Marc Jacobs. They also had quite a few really thick cashmere sweaters (at least four-ply, probably closer to six) that were originally in the $700s, marked down to like $120. Then I checked out lingerie: They have a lot of La Perla (miraculously, I found a matching set) and the supercute Marni lingerie, which, unfortunately, is still kind of pricey (like $49 for a thong). They also had some VPL, Passion Bait, Eres, and various other fancy stuff. Finally, I went to the shoe department. Now, I know a lot of girls go for the shoes first, but I prefer to go last because 1) shoes are my weakness, so if I go there first, that's where I'll blow my budget, and 2) if you get shoes first, you have to haul them around the whole store while you look at everything else. So, what do they have in the shoe department? Miu Miu, Christian Louboutin, Marc by Marc Jacobs, private label, some Prada, some Costume National, and quite a few of the Manolo Blahnik boots that kind of look like converse sneakers (they're $295--not bad for Manolos, however I think they're kind of ugly). Sorry, I didn't go to the men's department due to time constraints.
All in all, it's definitely worth checking out, although I'd suggest going at an off-time (like on a weekday afternoon, if you can). Usually after a week or so, things get marked down--plus they restock--so I'll definitely be making at least one more trip. I'll keep you posted...
Wednesday, February 11, 2004
Joy to the Upper West Side
In August, Barneys New York will open a Co-op store on Broadway, between 75th and 76th (very convenient to the 72nd St. express stop!). Read more about it here.
In August, Barneys New York will open a Co-op store on Broadway, between 75th and 76th (very convenient to the 72nd St. express stop!). Read more about it here.
Today's reviews
NYT: Capturing the joie de vivre of New York City; and Cathy Horyn's rather intellectual analysis of the two Marc Jacobs collections.
WWD: More Marc; DKNY, Reem Acra, Jill Stuart, and more; and an amusing review of the much-panned Bill Blass show.
NYP: A roundup.
Lookonline: An interesting analysis of designers and commerce.
And, of course, the Daily.
NYT: Capturing the joie de vivre of New York City; and Cathy Horyn's rather intellectual analysis of the two Marc Jacobs collections.
WWD: More Marc; DKNY, Reem Acra, Jill Stuart, and more; and an amusing review of the much-panned Bill Blass show.
NYP: A roundup.
Lookonline: An interesting analysis of designers and commerce.
And, of course, the Daily.
Tuesday, February 10, 2004
Tidbits
In case you've been living under a rock, the new Louis Vuitton store, at 5th Avenue and 57th Street, opens tonight with a huge-ass party, sure to be chock-full of international fashionistas.
Shop your favorite brands at Gloss.com and get samples from those brands (see link for details). Plus, get free shipping on orders of $35 or more when you enter code VAL35 at checkout.
Located on one of the coolest blocks in the city, Lucy Barnes' vintage-inspired clothes are 50% off (now $50-$200). Through 2/20; 11:30-7:30; 117 Perry St. (Hudson and Greenwich Sts.).
Spend $150 at Boucher, get a pair of tiny sea chalcedony earrings (a $40 value) for free. Tragically, this supercool lariat is only $140.
Hip French store A.P.C. posted its new spring collection. Check out this cute skirt.
Maybe you can't wear your spring clothes yet, but you can definitely bust out the spring makeup. Check out Stila's new spring palettes (and look at the makeup bag at the bottom of the page--very Marc Jacobs).
At Bergdorf's this week, Natalie Chanin of Project Alabama will make an appearance tomorrow from 11-3 on the third floor. Also, former YSL muse Loulou de la Falaise will present a trunk show tomorrow through Friday from 11-4 (accompanied by the designer herself on Wednesday and Friday) on the fourth floor.
In case you've been living under a rock, the new Louis Vuitton store, at 5th Avenue and 57th Street, opens tonight with a huge-ass party, sure to be chock-full of international fashionistas.
Shop your favorite brands at Gloss.com and get samples from those brands (see link for details). Plus, get free shipping on orders of $35 or more when you enter code VAL35 at checkout.
Located on one of the coolest blocks in the city, Lucy Barnes' vintage-inspired clothes are 50% off (now $50-$200). Through 2/20; 11:30-7:30; 117 Perry St. (Hudson and Greenwich Sts.).
Spend $150 at Boucher, get a pair of tiny sea chalcedony earrings (a $40 value) for free. Tragically, this supercool lariat is only $140.
Hip French store A.P.C. posted its new spring collection. Check out this cute skirt.
Maybe you can't wear your spring clothes yet, but you can definitely bust out the spring makeup. Check out Stila's new spring palettes (and look at the makeup bag at the bottom of the page--very Marc Jacobs).
At Bergdorf's this week, Natalie Chanin of Project Alabama will make an appearance tomorrow from 11-3 on the third floor. Also, former YSL muse Loulou de la Falaise will present a trunk show tomorrow through Friday from 11-4 (accompanied by the designer herself on Wednesday and Friday) on the fourth floor.
Today's reviews
WWD: Ladylike elegance from de la Renta, Herrera, Tuleh, DVF, and Monique Lhuillier; sexy Luca Luca, Catherine Malandrino, and more; and old ladies vs. rock stars at Escada, Michael H, and others.
NYT: Cathy Horyn loves de la Renta, Herrera; not so much Catherine Malandrino, Imitation of Christ.
NYP: Party frocks, party frocks, party frocks.
Lookonline: More snarkiness.
The Daily: Reviews updated hourly (too numerous to list).
WWD: Ladylike elegance from de la Renta, Herrera, Tuleh, DVF, and Monique Lhuillier; sexy Luca Luca, Catherine Malandrino, and more; and old ladies vs. rock stars at Escada, Michael H, and others.
NYT: Cathy Horyn loves de la Renta, Herrera; not so much Catherine Malandrino, Imitation of Christ.
NYP: Party frocks, party frocks, party frocks.
Lookonline: More snarkiness.
The Daily: Reviews updated hourly (too numerous to list).
Monday, February 09, 2004
The week in shopping
Basically, the only sale you need to know about is the Barneys warehouse sale. It begins Thursday at 8 a.m. and I will be there promptly at 7:45. Really, I'm not kidding. Items are 50%-80% off, and as the sale goes through the end of the month, they get marked down further. Expect a full report from yours truly Thursday morning. 2/12-2/29; 8-9 Thurs. and Fri. this week only, 10-9 weekdays, 10-7 weekends; 255 W. 17th St. (7th and 8th Aves.).
Basically, the only sale you need to know about is the Barneys warehouse sale. It begins Thursday at 8 a.m. and I will be there promptly at 7:45. Really, I'm not kidding. Items are 50%-80% off, and as the sale goes through the end of the month, they get marked down further. Expect a full report from yours truly Thursday morning. 2/12-2/29; 8-9 Thurs. and Fri. this week only, 10-9 weekdays, 10-7 weekends; 255 W. 17th St. (7th and 8th Aves.).
It's fashion week!
Didja notice?
WWD: Sass & Bide, Jeremy Scott, Alice Roi, and more; Tocca, Rebecca Taylor, Pierrot, and more; Alice + Olivia and a lot of people you've never heard of.
NYT: Fall Fashion section.
NYP: Review and gossip.
NYDN: General review.
Lookonline: Snarkiness! (I love it!)
The Daily: By far, this site has the most comprehensive coverage. Look for reviews in the news section.
Didja notice?
WWD: Sass & Bide, Jeremy Scott, Alice Roi, and more; Tocca, Rebecca Taylor, Pierrot, and more; Alice + Olivia and a lot of people you've never heard of.
NYT: Fall Fashion section.
NYP: Review and gossip.
NYDN: General review.
Lookonline: Snarkiness! (I love it!)
The Daily: By far, this site has the most comprehensive coverage. Look for reviews in the news section.
Friday, February 06, 2004
Weekend shopping
Got dog? Fetch has cashmere sweaters, ultrasuede beds, carriers, and more--yes, for dogs--for 20%-50% off. 2/7-2/16; noon-8 weekdays; 11-7 Sat., noon-6 Sun.; 43 Greenwich Ave.
In time for Valentine's Day, Loungewear Betty's old-school sexpot lingerie, loungewear, and swimwear is 60% off. 2/6-2/11 ; noon-7:30; 219 E. 10th St.
Everything at Bluefly’s clearance store--including merchandise from Prada, Gucci, Diane von Furstenberg, and others--is $25 or less, with new arrivals every day. 2/7-2/29 11:30-7 weekdays, noon-6 weekends; 43 W. 24th St.
Need fancy modernist furniture? Cassina has iconic designs by Josep Llusca, Philippe Starck, Piero Lissoni, and others for up to 70% off. 2/6-2/8; noon-8 Fri., 10-6 Sat., 11-5 Sun.; 155 E. 56th St.
Not enough furniture for you? Check out Design Within Reach's Sale for up to 50% off.
A shout-out to the hipsters in Billysburg: Spacial Etc.’s Crazy Sale has Nanette Lepore, Anni Kuan, Brooklyn Handknit, and others for 20%-50% off. 2/7-2/8; 11-9; 199 Bedford Ave., Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Loehmann's has new arrivals from Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Ferre, and Cavalli, for up to 65% off (that's $29.99-$89.99, instead of $90-$240).
Don't forget sales at Henri Bendel, Find Outlet, and more!
Got dog? Fetch has cashmere sweaters, ultrasuede beds, carriers, and more--yes, for dogs--for 20%-50% off. 2/7-2/16; noon-8 weekdays; 11-7 Sat., noon-6 Sun.; 43 Greenwich Ave.
In time for Valentine's Day, Loungewear Betty's old-school sexpot lingerie, loungewear, and swimwear is 60% off. 2/6-2/11 ; noon-7:30; 219 E. 10th St.
Everything at Bluefly’s clearance store--including merchandise from Prada, Gucci, Diane von Furstenberg, and others--is $25 or less, with new arrivals every day. 2/7-2/29 11:30-7 weekdays, noon-6 weekends; 43 W. 24th St.
Need fancy modernist furniture? Cassina has iconic designs by Josep Llusca, Philippe Starck, Piero Lissoni, and others for up to 70% off. 2/6-2/8; noon-8 Fri., 10-6 Sat., 11-5 Sun.; 155 E. 56th St.
Not enough furniture for you? Check out Design Within Reach's Sale for up to 50% off.
A shout-out to the hipsters in Billysburg: Spacial Etc.’s Crazy Sale has Nanette Lepore, Anni Kuan, Brooklyn Handknit, and others for 20%-50% off. 2/7-2/8; 11-9; 199 Bedford Ave., Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Loehmann's has new arrivals from Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Ferre, and Cavalli, for up to 65% off (that's $29.99-$89.99, instead of $90-$240).
Don't forget sales at Henri Bendel, Find Outlet, and more!
Thursday, February 05, 2004
I fought the law and the law won
In (yesterday's) E! Fashion Police, Britney's stylist finally pulls through with a show-stopper; Beyonce gets back on track (no more jumpsuits!); Christina Aguilera does better with the dress, but not so much with the hair; and Madonna rocks the wait-listed Chanel spring 2004 trench (and E! makes fun of it, those ignorant bitches).
In (yesterday's) E! Fashion Police, Britney's stylist finally pulls through with a show-stopper; Beyonce gets back on track (no more jumpsuits!); Christina Aguilera does better with the dress, but not so much with the hair; and Madonna rocks the wait-listed Chanel spring 2004 trench (and E! makes fun of it, those ignorant bitches).
Stay young and beautiful
Beauty Cafe will no longer carry Creed fragrances, so everything they have left is 15% off when you use code BNCreed at checkout.
Get a deluxe Beyond Paradise sample duo at EsteeLauder.com when you spend $50 and enter code BPDUO at checkout.
Gloss.com has new spring colors. Plus, receive a free sample of Clarins Relaxing Body Balm and free shipping (enter code CUPID at checkout) with every order.
MAC has cool Chromezone (say that 10 times really fast) eyeshadow palettes.
At Drugstore.com, buy select Philosophy products and receive a free Falling in Love shower gel ($8 value).
Beauty Cafe will no longer carry Creed fragrances, so everything they have left is 15% off when you use code BNCreed at checkout.
Get a deluxe Beyond Paradise sample duo at EsteeLauder.com when you spend $50 and enter code BPDUO at checkout.
Gloss.com has new spring colors. Plus, receive a free sample of Clarins Relaxing Body Balm and free shipping (enter code CUPID at checkout) with every order.
MAC has cool Chromezone (say that 10 times really fast) eyeshadow palettes.
At Drugstore.com, buy select Philosophy products and receive a free Falling in Love shower gel ($8 value).
Tidbits
Sometimes people need a nudge. Thankfully, you can now set up a wish list at Anthropologie.com.
Just in time to cater to all the fashionistas staying at the Maritime Hotel, Find Outlet is having a warehouse sale, through Sunday. Items include C.Ronson hoodies for $15, Habitual jeans for $39 and skirts for $35, Julia blouses for $29, Alice + Olivia pants for $27- $45, and more. The sale is at their 17th Street location only: 361 W. 17th St. (8th and 9th Aves.).
Yesterday, Daily Candy had a Valentine's Day gift guide. Yeah, I know mine was better.
Check out this incredibly cute cropped trench from the Gap.
Net-a-Porter has spring trends.
In stark contrast, Old Navy has new spring arrivals. Before you laugh at me, check out this ridiculously cute grommet tote--it's $10!
Seven has new Bernhard Willhelm, Gaspard Yurkievich, and Paper Denim & Cloth.
Neiman Marcus has new arrivals from Blumarine, Dolce & Gabbana, and more.
Hey, the Time-Warner mall opened last night. Has anyone been there yet? Post a comment!
Finally, tomorrow is the first day of Fashion Week. Huzzah!
Sometimes people need a nudge. Thankfully, you can now set up a wish list at Anthropologie.com.
Just in time to cater to all the fashionistas staying at the Maritime Hotel, Find Outlet is having a warehouse sale, through Sunday. Items include C.Ronson hoodies for $15, Habitual jeans for $39 and skirts for $35, Julia blouses for $29, Alice + Olivia pants for $27- $45, and more. The sale is at their 17th Street location only: 361 W. 17th St. (8th and 9th Aves.).
Yesterday, Daily Candy had a Valentine's Day gift guide. Yeah, I know mine was better.
Check out this incredibly cute cropped trench from the Gap.
Net-a-Porter has spring trends.
In stark contrast, Old Navy has new spring arrivals. Before you laugh at me, check out this ridiculously cute grommet tote--it's $10!
Seven has new Bernhard Willhelm, Gaspard Yurkievich, and Paper Denim & Cloth.
Neiman Marcus has new arrivals from Blumarine, Dolce & Gabbana, and more.
Hey, the Time-Warner mall opened last night. Has anyone been there yet? Post a comment!
Finally, tomorrow is the first day of Fashion Week. Huzzah!
Wednesday, February 04, 2004
Sorry!
I'm on deadline, so things are a bit crazy here, and I have to run to my class at 5:30, so no postings today. Sorry! I will definitely make up for it tomorrow, I promise.
But before I go, I'd like to give a shout-out to Shandi, who kicked ass on America's Next Top Model last night. Woo-hoo!
I'm on deadline, so things are a bit crazy here, and I have to run to my class at 5:30, so no postings today. Sorry! I will definitely make up for it tomorrow, I promise.
But before I go, I'd like to give a shout-out to Shandi, who kicked ass on America's Next Top Model last night. Woo-hoo!
Tuesday, February 03, 2004
Be mine
Unless you're completely oblivious, you know that Valentine's Day is next Saturday. Now, you can argue that Valentine's Day is totally commercialized (ahem, MW), but, hello, this is a shopping blog. Hence, cool stuff to buy for Valentine's Day, for you, for your lovah, for both of you, and for the single gals out there.
For both of you: A li'l Piper Heidsieck bubbly goes nicely with chocolates from Chocolate Bar, my favorite chocolate store.
For him: Nothing says metrosexual love like Burberry boxer shorts. (Get free shipping on a $100 order when you enter code AMOR4 at checkout.)
For you: I don't really get this Marc by Marc Jacobs Amour Fou (Crazy Love) tank top, but it's non-traditional, and cute nonetheless.
For the single gal: You don't need a man to buy you this Louis Vuitton Alma bag.
For both of you: A feather bed will make you never want to leave the bed, which, if you ask me, is a good thing.
For him: Hey, it's not totally romantic, but if you give him this Classic Grand Phone in red, he can play "Cold War President" and pretend to call Russia!
For you: I am in love with Cacharel's Amor Amor perfume; here, you get a cute bag too!
For the single gal: Dysfunctional or Dejected? Try Bittersweets.
For both of you: He can mark his territory with these I Love…undies.
For him: You can't go wrong with a cool leather cuff watch.
For you: Likewise, a semiprecious garnet necklace is a sure thing.
For the single gal: Men hate musicals, so take advantage of this golden opportunity and watch Chicago.
Unless you're completely oblivious, you know that Valentine's Day is next Saturday. Now, you can argue that Valentine's Day is totally commercialized (ahem, MW), but, hello, this is a shopping blog. Hence, cool stuff to buy for Valentine's Day, for you, for your lovah, for both of you, and for the single gals out there.
For both of you: A li'l Piper Heidsieck bubbly goes nicely with chocolates from Chocolate Bar, my favorite chocolate store.
For him: Nothing says metrosexual love like Burberry boxer shorts. (Get free shipping on a $100 order when you enter code AMOR4 at checkout.)
For you: I don't really get this Marc by Marc Jacobs Amour Fou (Crazy Love) tank top, but it's non-traditional, and cute nonetheless.
For the single gal: You don't need a man to buy you this Louis Vuitton Alma bag.
For both of you: A feather bed will make you never want to leave the bed, which, if you ask me, is a good thing.
For him: Hey, it's not totally romantic, but if you give him this Classic Grand Phone in red, he can play "Cold War President" and pretend to call Russia!
For you: I am in love with Cacharel's Amor Amor perfume; here, you get a cute bag too!
For the single gal: Dysfunctional or Dejected? Try Bittersweets.
For both of you: He can mark his territory with these I Love…undies.
For him: You can't go wrong with a cool leather cuff watch.
For you: Likewise, a semiprecious garnet necklace is a sure thing.
For the single gal: Men hate musicals, so take advantage of this golden opportunity and watch Chicago.
In the papers (and on the web)
NYT: For fall, expect eccentricity a la Camilla Nickerson, Vogue's editor at large. Also, Ginia Bellafante delivers a hearfelt appreciation of Helmut Newton. I've always been a huge fan of Newton's--to me, his photography has always been empowering of women, not misogynistic--and it's refreshing to see after all of the "controversial" labels applied to him upon his death last week. Plus: Proenza Schouler's eBay trunk show.
WWD: Hamish Morrow is leaving Krizia and Richard Tyler will design new uniforms for Delta Airlines. Now, as some of you know, I love stewardesses--not "flight attendants," as they've been called for the past 25 years, but stewardesses, the jet-setting hip chicks from the golden era of travel, the '60s and '70s. Stewardesses were hot and worldly, and they wore uniforms designed by Pucci, Bill Blass, and other top designers. Delta's spinoff airline, Song, has uniforms designed by Kate Spade, and Air France has Christian Lacroix, so I think it's great that Delta is following suit.
The Daily: Cool girls are going pixie chic. Plus: Fashion magazines' dress codes, a rather amusing, yet informative, article.
NYT: For fall, expect eccentricity a la Camilla Nickerson, Vogue's editor at large. Also, Ginia Bellafante delivers a hearfelt appreciation of Helmut Newton. I've always been a huge fan of Newton's--to me, his photography has always been empowering of women, not misogynistic--and it's refreshing to see after all of the "controversial" labels applied to him upon his death last week. Plus: Proenza Schouler's eBay trunk show.
WWD: Hamish Morrow is leaving Krizia and Richard Tyler will design new uniforms for Delta Airlines. Now, as some of you know, I love stewardesses--not "flight attendants," as they've been called for the past 25 years, but stewardesses, the jet-setting hip chicks from the golden era of travel, the '60s and '70s. Stewardesses were hot and worldly, and they wore uniforms designed by Pucci, Bill Blass, and other top designers. Delta's spinoff airline, Song, has uniforms designed by Kate Spade, and Air France has Christian Lacroix, so I think it's great that Delta is following suit.
The Daily: Cool girls are going pixie chic. Plus: Fashion magazines' dress codes, a rather amusing, yet informative, article.
Monday, February 02, 2004
The week in shopping
Henri Bendel’s famous biannual sale has Tocca, Peter Som, and other coveted designers for up to a whopping 80% off. 2/3-2/8; 10-7, 10-8 Thursday, noon-6 Sunday; 712 5th Ave. (at 56th St.).
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Bluesuits has designer lingerie by Lise Charmel, Natori, Le Mystere, and more, for up to 75% off. All sizes are available. Shop online or visit the showroom, but appointments are required after 2/8. 2/2-2/13; noon-7; 200 W. 70th St. (at Amsterdam), ste. 14 G.
Evil Sugar has clothing and accessories from downtown labels RAW 7, Lucky Girl, E.C. Star, and others for 50%-70% off (that's $24 to $130). Through 2/29; noon-8 Tuesday and Wednesday, noon-9 Thursday and Friday, 11-9 Saturday, noon-7 Sunday; 345 E. 12th St.
Norma Kamali has vintage clothing and accessories for under $100. Through 2/28; 10-6 (closed Sunday); 11 W. 56th St. (5th and 6th Aves.).
Issey Miyake’s Pleats Please collection is 50% off: Jackets are $147.50, skirts are $110, and purses are $57.50. 2/4-2/8; 11-7, noon-6 Sunday; 128 Wooster St.
Fancy stationery store Rebecca Moss has funky pens, leather goods, and, of course, stationery for 20%-70% off. 2/4-2/21; 10-6 (closed Sunday); 510 Madison Ave. (at 53rd St.).
Stephane Kélian's sexy but comfortable shoes are up to 50% off. Through 2/13; 11-7, noon-6 Sunday; 158 Mercer St. and 717 Madison Ave. (at 63rd St.).
Why wait for a boyfriend to buy you nice jewelry for Valentine's Day when you can do it yourself at Valerio 888's Valentine's sample sale? Amber and sterling silver earrings are $22 and up; necklaces are $15 and up. Through 2/14; 11-7 (closed Sunday); 35 W. 36th St. (5th and 6th Aves.), 3rd fl.
In the bargain of the week, Replay's vintage distressed jeans are $15--down from $178. That's more than 90% off, for those of you who don't like math. A number of styles and washes are available, in all men's and women's sizes. Through 2/8; 10-7, noon-7 Sunday; 260 5th Ave. (28th and 29th Sts.).
All clearance items at Loehmann's are 50% off, plus some new arrivals are 25% off, through 2/16. 7th Avenue at 16th Street.
Finally, I went to Century 21 on Friday and boy, are they having a sale. You have to dig through the racks, but I saw some items by Costume National, See by Chloe, Plein Sud, Versace, Helmut Lang, and others, for $25 and less. No joke. They also have a bunch of new spring arrivals (well, mostly last year's spring collections, but you know what I mean), including a big ol' rack of Marni. Unfortunately, most of the Marni is still in the $150-$250 range. (My birthday is in a month and I'm a size 42, if anyone needs gift ideas. Just kidding. Well, maybe not...) They also had some cool stuff by Gaultier and Martin Margiela.
Henri Bendel’s famous biannual sale has Tocca, Peter Som, and other coveted designers for up to a whopping 80% off. 2/3-2/8; 10-7, 10-8 Thursday, noon-6 Sunday; 712 5th Ave. (at 56th St.).
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Bluesuits has designer lingerie by Lise Charmel, Natori, Le Mystere, and more, for up to 75% off. All sizes are available. Shop online or visit the showroom, but appointments are required after 2/8. 2/2-2/13; noon-7; 200 W. 70th St. (at Amsterdam), ste. 14 G.
Evil Sugar has clothing and accessories from downtown labels RAW 7, Lucky Girl, E.C. Star, and others for 50%-70% off (that's $24 to $130). Through 2/29; noon-8 Tuesday and Wednesday, noon-9 Thursday and Friday, 11-9 Saturday, noon-7 Sunday; 345 E. 12th St.
Norma Kamali has vintage clothing and accessories for under $100. Through 2/28; 10-6 (closed Sunday); 11 W. 56th St. (5th and 6th Aves.).
Issey Miyake’s Pleats Please collection is 50% off: Jackets are $147.50, skirts are $110, and purses are $57.50. 2/4-2/8; 11-7, noon-6 Sunday; 128 Wooster St.
Fancy stationery store Rebecca Moss has funky pens, leather goods, and, of course, stationery for 20%-70% off. 2/4-2/21; 10-6 (closed Sunday); 510 Madison Ave. (at 53rd St.).
Stephane Kélian's sexy but comfortable shoes are up to 50% off. Through 2/13; 11-7, noon-6 Sunday; 158 Mercer St. and 717 Madison Ave. (at 63rd St.).
Why wait for a boyfriend to buy you nice jewelry for Valentine's Day when you can do it yourself at Valerio 888's Valentine's sample sale? Amber and sterling silver earrings are $22 and up; necklaces are $15 and up. Through 2/14; 11-7 (closed Sunday); 35 W. 36th St. (5th and 6th Aves.), 3rd fl.
In the bargain of the week, Replay's vintage distressed jeans are $15--down from $178. That's more than 90% off, for those of you who don't like math. A number of styles and washes are available, in all men's and women's sizes. Through 2/8; 10-7, noon-7 Sunday; 260 5th Ave. (28th and 29th Sts.).
All clearance items at Loehmann's are 50% off, plus some new arrivals are 25% off, through 2/16. 7th Avenue at 16th Street.
Finally, I went to Century 21 on Friday and boy, are they having a sale. You have to dig through the racks, but I saw some items by Costume National, See by Chloe, Plein Sud, Versace, Helmut Lang, and others, for $25 and less. No joke. They also have a bunch of new spring arrivals (well, mostly last year's spring collections, but you know what I mean), including a big ol' rack of Marni. Unfortunately, most of the Marni is still in the $150-$250 range. (My birthday is in a month and I'm a size 42, if anyone needs gift ideas. Just kidding. Well, maybe not...) They also had some cool stuff by Gaultier and Martin Margiela.
In the papers
WWD: There's a much-criticized mall at the new Time Warner Center, opening this week. Stores include Hugo Boss, Sephora, Armani Exchange, and Coach. Plus: celeb bags and Tiffany's newest cut.
NYT: shopping on Lexington Avenue, an antidote to nearby Madison Avenue.
NYP: Spring's It bags, and an analysis of celebrities' bags. Plus: brightly colored rain boots rule.
WWD: There's a much-criticized mall at the new Time Warner Center, opening this week. Stores include Hugo Boss, Sephora, Armani Exchange, and Coach. Plus: celeb bags and Tiffany's newest cut.
NYT: shopping on Lexington Avenue, an antidote to nearby Madison Avenue.
NYP: Spring's It bags, and an analysis of celebrities' bags. Plus: brightly colored rain boots rule.
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