http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/Fashion and shopping in New York City and beyond.ennoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Sun, 12 Jul 2009 17:44:00 PDTBlogger http://www.blogger.com1616125http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/c5iXGSsHE70/north-by-northwest-i-am-leaving.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:57:29 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-1192621702006615624North by NorthwestI am leaving tomorrow for a long-overdue vacation, so I'll be taking the rest of this week--and all of next week--off. But I'll be back with sales and a shopping report on Monday, July 20th. In the meantime, anyone have any shopping suggestions for Vancouver, Seattle, and/or Portland? If so, leave 'em in the comments!4http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/07/north-by-northwest-i-am-leaving.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/0irOKZ-Ew44/thefind-guest-post-live-charmed-life.htmlcharm necklacesTheFind guest postnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:54:34 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-7309179928013245296TheFind guest post: Live a Charmed Life with Embellished NecklacesHaven't the inclination or time to create a charm bracelet of your own? Not to worry, look to one of your favorite designers for some instant gratification as many have curated a collection of bits and baubles into embellished charm necklaces. Charm necklaces add an interesting element of an eclectic accessory yet won't get in the0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/07/thefind-guest-post-live-charmed-life.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/JvhmA_WTkkA/swimsuit-question-to-two-piece-or-not.htmlswimsuitsnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:21:33 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-5130919084335398327The swimsuit question: to two-piece or not to two-pieceI have four beach trips scheduled this summer; one has come and gone, and the remaining three take place in August. Due to this high volume of beach-related activity, I've decided I need another swimsuit to add to my collection. I own a butterfly-print Shoshanna halter bikini, which is one of my absolute favorites; I own a basic black Calvin 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/07/swimsuit-question-to-two-piece-or-not.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/Z4GvFFRtS_o/week-in-shopping-i-am-out-of-town-next.htmlsample salesnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:58:30 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-8202758039193537278The week in shoppingI am out of town next week and thus will include select next week sales in this week's listings. You've been waiting for it all season: Alexander Wang's motorcycle jackets, boyfriend blazers, fleece shorts, silk dresses, and other coveted pieces are 50%-80% off. 7/9-7/11; 2-8 Thurs., 9-8 Fri., 10-7 Sat.; 83 Wooster (Spring & Broome Sts.). With sandals for $179, dresses for 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/07/week-in-shopping-i-am-out-of-town-next.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/SIw1OTRhVJ0/thefind-guest-post-j-brand-tie-dye.htmlTheFind guest postJ Brand Tie Dye Skinny Jeansnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:32:25 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-1316896073569986204TheFind Guest Post: J Brand Tie Dye Skinny JeansTaking a cue from the summer of love with a bit of '80s grunge tossed in for good measure, the J Brand Tie-dye skinny jeans are on the mark for fall denim trends. There are many varieties of either destroyed, skinny or tie-dyed jeans available and there will be even more to choose from as fall arrives. These J Brand jeans combine all of the top 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/07/thefind-guest-post-j-brand-tie-dye.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/tWWJcDJD1vc/object-of-desire-stella-mccartney-over.htmlobject of desireStella McCartneyover the knee bootsnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:12:50 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-5790548912634896512Object of Desire: Stella McCartney over-the-knee bootsIronically, as the weather in NYC has finally started to warm up, I've started thinking about fall. Crazy, I know. But fall's runways were all about the legs, and one item that just kept cropping up everywhere was thigh-high boots. Seriously, if there's one item worth investing in for fall, it's boots, and be prepared to wear them with 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/object-of-desire-stella-mccartney-over.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/vpALPGlc60A/masstigewatch-it-doesnt-hit-stores-for.htmlAnna SuiTarget Designer Collaborationsmasstigenoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:31:50 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-5469422240594345726MasstigeWatch!It doesn't hit stores for another two months, but Target has released photos of the Gossip Girl-inspired Anna Sui Designer Collaboration, and The Cut has 'em all. I think the Blair outfits are the most true to the character, but, surprisingly, I liked the Jenny outfits the best (the one at the right is my favorite). The collection definitely looks very Anna Sui, and, as Nylon points1http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/masstigewatch-it-doesnt-hit-stores-for.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/zM8YfV6qXoM/week-in-shopping-tuesday-is-last-day.htmlsample salesnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:19:24 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-2969408497214898023The week in shoppingTuesday is the last day for Lyell's sample sale, before Emma Fletcher closes her boutique for all of July. Current- and past-season clothes are up to 70% off. Through 6/30; noon-7; 173 Elizabeth St. (Spring & Kenmare Sts.). Head to Zachary's Smile this weekend for their Stuff a Bag Sale: Stuff as many vintage items as you want into one bag, all just for $25. Or, pay $5 per 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/week-in-shopping-tuesday-is-last-day.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/GYsfDJLY-Us/style-ode-to-michael-jackson-ive-been.htmlMichael Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:02:20 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-1975540480882037931A style ode to Michael JacksonI've been feeling incredulous and bewildered since about 5 p.m. tonight. Having grown up in the '80s, Michael Jackson was a huge, integral part of my childhood. Thriller was one of the first records I bought (and, yes, I still own the actual record), and I taught myself (though videotape and mirror) the dances to "Thriller" and "Bad." I'm at a loss for words as to 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/style-ode-to-michael-jackson-ive-been.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/PwyqMcdCw-Y/thefind-guest-post-call-of-wild-leopard.htmlTheFind guest postleopard print handbagsnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:01:55 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-2602465938675630024TheFind Guest Post: Call of The Wild: Leopard Print Handbags Return for Fall 2009As a tribute to the new fall season which is flowing into stores as we speak, the leopard print accessory is on the prowl again. Love 'em or hate 'em leopard print is the trend that seems to return with out fail. If used sparingly leopard print handbags add some graphic interest to your favorite LBD or all black 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/thefind-guest-post-call-of-wild-leopard.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/XTvrnn1br_g/recommended-reading-sea-of-shoes.htmlJane AldridgeSea of Shoesrecommended readingnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:54:32 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-2693615606118139460Recommended Reading: Sea of ShoesStaying on top of all the fashion blogs out there is practically a full-time job. I like to think I'm pretty well-informed, but all of a sudden I'll start hearing about one everywhere, and then I'm shocked (and maybe a little perturbed) that I haven't heard about it before. Kind of like when you're wearing wide-leg jeans and everyone else in the room is wearing 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/recommended-reading-sea-of-shoes.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/ApDhjhz5tBM/week-in-shopping-dresses-and-jackets.htmlsample salesnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:16:03 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-5580941383557008433The week in shoppingDresses and jackets are $149 at the Alice + Olivia sample sale. 6/23–6/26; 8-8; 80 W. 40th St. (5th & 6th Aves.). Bulga bags are up to 70% off. 6/24-6/25; 8-8 Wed., 10-8 Thurs.; 145 W. 18th St. (6th & 7th Aves.). Also online 6/24 at noon through 6/27 at midnight. Oak's 30-40-50 sale started Friday, meaning items are currently 30% off, then go to 40% off after a week, and 1http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/week-in-shopping-dresses-and-jackets.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/O0xk3gPiPTU/thefind-guest-post-cinch-it-up-with.htmlcinch beltsTheFind guest postnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:06:38 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-5282945939745091101TheFind Guest Post: Cinch It Up With a Wide BeltA quick and easy way to update summer dresses is the wide belt. Search for those oversized dresses hiding in your closet and wrap them up with a wide belt for an updated look. Search for unique embellishments such as jewels, studs, unusual buckles as well as stretch styles.Our picks for unique wide belts (from top to bottom):Roberto Cavalli Wide 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/thefind-guest-post-cinch-it-up-with.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/ydMieM_wfIw/masstigewatch-in-case-you-havent-heard.htmlJimmy ChooTargetCarlos FalchiHMnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:47:58 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-7466641472507480780MasstigeWatch!In case you haven't heard already, Jimmy Choo is designing a line for H&M. Featuring shoes for men and women, plus handbags and eveningwear, the pairing is noteworthy for two major reasons. For one, it marks H&M's first designer accessories collaboration—while previous ventures have been primarily clothes collections that included accessories, this one is primarily accessories, with0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/masstigewatch-in-case-you-havent-heard.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/wnp44m6SiG0/cfda-awards-fashion-report-when-it.htmlCFDA awards fashionnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:57:12 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-1985443054990799350CFDA Awards fashion reportWhen it comes to Hollywood red carpet events like the Oscars and the Golden Globes, celebrities tend to play it painfully safe, knowing that one fashion misstep can result in at least a week's drubbing in the press. Yes, it's nice to see the celebs looking so lovely, but I wish they took more risks. Thankfully, when it comes to the fashion industry's own red carpet 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/cfda-awards-fashion-report-when-it.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/61xLUdEr5nw/week-in-shopping-part-ii-internet-sales.htmlonline salesnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Tue, 16 Jun 2009 19:51:44 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-7902123425067213494The week in shopping, part II: Internet salesNow through 6/22, take an extra 50% off all sale apparel at the soon-to-be-defunct eLuxury.com. Major deals to be had here.Take an extra 10% off sale orders of $150 or more at Singer22 with code SUMMER10 through 6/21.Take an extra 15% off sale merch at Intermix with code HOTPOP through 7/5.Amitra Singh's exotic jewelry is up to 80% off; take an extra 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/week-in-shopping-part-ii-internet-sales.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/5B9K_r-QooU/online-sales-coming-tomorrow-too-many.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:37:45 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-5646265809538995543Online sales coming tomorrowToo many sales this week, too little hours for sleep. Online sales, plus my catty takedown of CFDA awards fashion, coming tomorrow.0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/online-sales-coming-tomorrow-too-many.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/xJBFy5KeRSo/week-in-shopping-if-you-were.htmlsample salesnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:36:31 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-3479148530282307637The week in shoppingIf you were underwhelmed by Clothingline's Rag & Bone sale last week, here's your second chance; hit the label's West Village store for jeans under $79 and other great deals. 6/18-6/20; noon-8; 100 & 104 Christopher St. (Bleecker & Hudson Sts.). Find awesome stuff like leather leggings for $400 and bustier dresses for $250 at the Vena Cava sample sale, a Cheryl Shops fave. 6/0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/week-in-shopping-if-you-were.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/iBmG59Fxm6s/thefind-guest-post-jump-into-3.html3.1 Phillip LimTheFind guest postnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:14:17 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-7901684102926017915TheFind Guest Post: Jump Into a 3.1 Phillip Lim JumpsuitWhat's not to love about Phillip Lim? The designer has consistently brought elegance with a whimsical twist back to the runway. Lim's creativity and vision has been awarded the 'Rising Star' award from Fashion Group International as well as two nominations for the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Award. The namesake collection, 3.1 Phillip Lim 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/thefind-guest-post-jump-into-3.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/ShFVlexN_FM/my-breakfast-with-tory-burch-i-will.htmlTory Burchnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:11:08 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-4762695061002467775My breakfast with Tory BurchI will admit that when I think of Tory Burch, the first thing that comes to mind is those ubiquitous flats. You know, the elastic ballet flats with the round gold logo, the ones I've spotted on the feet of everyone from Upper East Side 12-year-olds to suburban housewives; the ones that have become a Gossip Girl punchline. There is no denying that Burch is a coveted 2http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/my-breakfast-with-tory-burch-i-will.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/u0lCL_A4HtI/masstigewatch-having-worked-with-adidas.htmlThe GapStella McCartneyUniqloShipleyGap design editionsnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:03:42 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-8505754821770895103MasstigeWatch!Having worked with Adidas, H&M, and Target (in Australia), Stella McCartney is no stranger to mass-market collaborations. So it makes sense for her to partner with Gap to create a children's line [subscription required]. It hits select Gap stores in the U.S., U.K., France, Ireland, and Japan later this year.Speaking of the Gap, Racked reports that the Design Editions will be hitting0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/masstigewatch-having-worked-with-adidas.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/vkwwzWC4FkM/weekend-shopping-notes-if-youve-been.htmlRefinery 29Save FashionLord and TaylorHMnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:40:51 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-8979568264829008590Weekend shopping notesIf you've been following my Twitter feed, you know that today I went to Save Fashion, Refinery 29's month-long sample sale at Port Authority. I had been once before, but since the sale was extended an extra two weeks, with additional discounts, I went back for more today...and let's just say good things come to those who wait. There's still a lot of Rogan, Acne Jeans, 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/weekend-shopping-notes-if-youve-been.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/wPMEgAGo-b0/au-revoir-eluxury.htmleluxurynoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Wed, 10 Jun 2009 06:50:23 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-2339314721073965297Au revoir, eLuxury.comContrary to what the Fed says, the economy is still not in the best shape. Restaurants, bars, and stores (Racked reports the LES's Shop is the latest casualty) continue to close, and businesses continue to fold. LVMH announced back in January that eLuxury would cease its retail operations [subscription required], a move that surprised many. eLuxury launched way back in 2000 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/au-revoir-eluxury.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/KS-4sKOyBHw/week-in-shopping-mens-and-womens-jeans.htmlsample salesnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:43:36 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-1604476670517799161The week in shoppingMen's and women's jeans from my denim label of choice, Earnest Sewn, are $70 at their sale. Shirts are $20-$20. through 6/14; 10-8 Tues.-Fri., 10-7 Sat., 10-3 Sun.; 260 5th Ave. (28th & 29th Sts.). Find dresses for $129 or less, blazers for $200, and tees for $39 or less at Clothingline, which is hosting a joint Helmut Lang and Rag & Bone sample sale. 6/9–6/11; 10-7; 261 W. 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/week-in-shopping-mens-and-womens-jeans.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CherylShops/~3/sOzvL1WPTjo/thefind-guest-post-shoe-shopping.htmlTheFind guest postnoreply@blogger.com (Cheryl)Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:29:22 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5911434.post-309027072780896072TheFind Guest Post: The Shoe Shopping ExperimentCan you find your latest shoe obsession faster with images than with words? TheFind.com is testing out a new visual search site and wants your feedback! As a thank you for completing the survey, you will be treated to some fab coupons from Bluefly, Shoebuy, and Naturals of Ashland. Here’s how it works:1. Go go visual.thefind.com2. Type in a shoe 0http://cherylshops.blogspot.com/2009/06/thefind-guest-post-shoe-shopping.html