Mizhattan - Sensible living with style

Happy Weekend!

2013-05-17T16:59:00.000-04:00

MIZHATTAN'S WEEKLY ROUNDUP

5/17
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*SAMPLE SALE* La Perla
*FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS* Farmer's Market

5/16
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*SAMPLE SALE* Sweet Frosting
*Back to the Fuchsia
*Getting Ready for the Met

5/15
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*LOOK BOOK* Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2013
*FAB AND GRAB*

5/14
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS*
*SAMPLE SALE* Céline

5/13
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*MIZZY'S WEEKLY WARDROBE* Calypso St. Barth Sequin Dress

5/12
*SUNDAY WINDOW SHOPPING* Christian Dior (May '13)

{Image credit: Tatler Russia, April 2013}

DEAL AT FIVE

2013-05-17T16:58:00.000-04:00

Harewood lounge pants at Jack Wills.
Original $59.50 Now $39

SAMPLE SALE La Perla

2013-05-17T11:26:00.000-04:00

Make room for some pretty little things in your lingerie drawer because La Perla's annual sample sale will be here early next month. The Italian label's luxurious intimates as well as a nice assortment of nightwear, swimwear, and RTW will be discounted up to 80% off.

Where: 225 Fifth Ave. (bet. 26th & 27th St.)

When: Sunday, June 9th, 1pm~5pm
Monday, June 10th, 11am~7pm
Tuesday, June 11th, 11am~7pm
Wednesday, June 12th, 11am~7pm
Thursday, June 13th, 11am~7pm

{Image credit: La Perla}

FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS Farmer's Market

2013-05-17T10:28:00.000-04:00

1. Fresh fruit bandana at Madewell, $18.50
2. MICHAEL Michael Kors 58mm cat's eye sunglasses at Nordstrom, $99
3. Market bag at Apolis, $58
4. TOMS earthwise hemp slip-ons at Bergdorf Goodman, $54
5. PECO MART iPhone 5 case at colette, $44.59
6. Silk cami dress in flora at Madewell, $155
7. Cara gathered charm necklace at Nordstrom, $38
8. Crochet-straw sun hat at Old Navy, $16.94
9. Mango lip butter at The Body Shop, $6

DEAL AT FIVE

2013-05-16T17:00:00.000-04:00

Double walled vase at CB2.
Original $9.95 Now $5.95

SAMPLE SALE Sweet Frosting

2013-05-16T14:19:00.000-04:00

Jewelry truly is a girl's best friend, don't you agree? Whether it's at cocktail hour or in the boardroom, a girl should never be without some sparkles. New York-based jewelry brand Lulu Frost is known for blending vintage style with contemporary design. Today, the label offered up their exquisite pieces at bargain prices at their sample sale in the Flatiron District. Just like the frosting on a cake, deals on Lulu Frost jewelry were sweet and yummy.

The intimate showroom was filled with the brand's sparkles & studs. Featuring an eclectic mix of crystals, pearls, and silver, there were tons of eye-catching necklaces, earrings, and bracelets to choose from. Prices started as low as $30 (originally $75~$110), and went up to $225 (originally $560~$600). While $225 might sound a bit too much for a sample sale, most of the items were in the $45 to $115 range.

To give you a better sense of what was offered, I'll mention a few pieces I spotted. I found the Demeter collar necklace, earrings and brooches from the Impromptu collection, the Memory Motel necklace, the Circe silver necklace, disco ball earrings & necklaces, and the Leo necklaces.

Summer is traditionally the season that makes you want to avoid chunky jewelry but today's Lulu Frost sample sale convinced me otherwise. The sale, as you might have expected, attracted a sizable crowd of ladies looking for a few nice sparkles to add to their jewelry box. If you're a jewelry enthusiast in the market for some nice discounted items, make sure to check out this event. The sale runs until tomorrow.

Back to the Fuchsia

2013-05-16T11:26:00.000-04:00

There's nothing like bright fuchsia to perk up your mood and makeup routine. It is especially important now as spring is here and summer is not too far away. I found these three darling images from last month's Elle Denmark magazine and had to save them in my beauty inspiration archive. No matter what color your outfit, pink lips make everything better and cuter.

{Image credit: Elle Denmark, April 2013}

Getting Ready for the Met

2013-05-16T10:23:00.000-04:00

Here's the wonderfully eccentric Solange Knowles photographed getting ready for the Met Gala. Vogue.com recently featured an article on several celebrities and models preparing themselves for the fashion event of the year. Of the many photographs, the six of Solange Knowles really stood out. Everything from her carefully teased afro to the last adjustments on her Kenzo dress by the designer himself, Humberto Leon, I am so envious. And speaking of envious, how gorgeous are those Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and Manolo Blahnik sandals? On a related subject, take a look back at my past article on Diane Kruger getting ready for the Cannes Festival in 2009.

{Image credit: Vogue}

DEAL AT FIVE

2013-05-15T17:00:00.000-04:00

VC signature Roselle sandals at Vince Camuto.
Original $275 Now $129.99

LOOK BOOK Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2013

2013-05-15T11:21:00.000-04:00

Here is Saint Laurent's new Pre-Fall '13 campaign. It looks incroyable! Hedi Slimane lensed the campaign while Freja Beha Erichsen modeled the outfits. The duo absolutely nailed the house's iconic Le Smoking style and rocker chic look. Doesn't Freja look sleek & badass? They couldn't have picked a better model to capture the essence of the collection.

{Image credit: Saint Laurent}

FAB AND GRAB

2013-05-15T10:27:00.000-04:00

Fabulous floral canvas tote from Gucci.
Grab this look from Tory Burch.

DEAL AT FIVE

2013-05-14T17:00:00.000-04:00

Half Milano jacket cardigan at Orla Kiely.
Original $348 Now $174

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS

2013-05-14T11:27:00.000-04:00

Darain silk jumpsuit at Theory, $365
Diamonds by the inch 15 station diamond necklace at Roberto Coin, $3,040
Effe heel sandals at Candela, $298
Beauty & Brains zip pouch at Lulu Guinness, $85
Tika dress at Club Monaco, $179.50
Alaïa white calfskin tote with laser-cut pattern at colette, $2,917.69
Alaïa calfskin tote with embossed patterns at colette, $4,440.24

SAMPLE SALE Céline

2013-05-13T22:27:00.000-04:00

Forget Christian Louboutin, there's a far better and more exclusive sample sale in town. At first I thought it was only a rumor as it sounded too good to be true and let it go. But after speaking with my source inside LVMH, I can say with certainty that Céline is currently hosting a super sub rosa sample sale in Midtown. The sale, as you might have guessed, is only opened to employees of the French luxury goods giant. Invited guests will be required to show their company IDs to enter. This means non-invitees will need more than luck to gain access to all the goodies. But desperate times call for desperate measures. If you know anyone working (corporate or retail) at one of LVMH's brands--Louis Vuitton, Céline, Marc Jacobs, Fendi, Donna Karan, Emilio Pucci, or Christian Dior--now is the time to cash in that favor he/she owes you. Why? Do you even have to ask?! I'm told there will be Céline handbags discounted up to 90% off! That's why!

P.S. For the first time, I'm leaving out the address of the venue as there is no point of dropping by. Asking a LVMH employee to get you something is your only bet.

MizAdvice: You can always see current and upcoming events by looking to the right (--->) of this post under the MizReminders section. Don't forget to follow Mizhattan on Twitter for sale updates & other up to the minute info.

{Image credit: Vogue Paris, October 2011}

DEAL AT FIVE

2013-05-13T17:00:00.000-04:00

Hiphugger panty at Victoria's Secret.
Original $8.50 Now 5/$26

MIZZY'S WEEKLY WARDROBE Calypso St. Barth Sequin Dress

2013-05-13T11:21:00.000-04:00

A sequin-embellished strapless dress from Calypso St. Barth. See how you can coordinate your wardrobe in 5 different ways with 1 item, under $100.

Monday Date Night: Let's put together a date night ensemble that's supremely elegant with just a slight bit of edge. Slip into this week's sequin strapless dress and team it with a few rebellious accents. You'll want to try a pair of Lulu Frost earrings, a punk-inspired suede clutch, a peach stone bracelet, Tom Ford lipstick, and black cage sandals.

Tuesday Nightlife: Unleash your wild side while staying stylish. Try incorporating animal print into today's after-dark look. Pair this week's Calypso St. Barth dress with a Dolce & Gabbana leopard print jacket. Bring back Monday's cage sandals and add a metallic gold clutch. Sparkle as you walk with crystal drop earrings and a lucite bangle.

Wednesday Office-friendly: Throw on a black cardigan over this week's sequin strapless dress to create a work-appropriate ensemble. Define your silhouette with a leather belt and match it with pointed toe patent flats. Complete your outfit with a shocking red leather tote and some UV base for your skin.

Thursday Casual: Bring a splash of color to your casual style by working this week's Calypso St. Barth dress with colorful accessories. A lilac purple straw hat, a pink iPad sleeve, a pair of gold thong sandals, and a bright pompom-detailed woven tote are perfect complements to master that casual look. Finish it off with Wednesday's UV base.

Friday Dinner Plan: Want to try something different? How about adding a touch of punk chic to your dinner look? Try teaming this week's glittery strapless dress with a cool contemporary leather jacket and a pair of buckle leather sandals. Add safety pin embellished clutch and a gold cuff to complete this evening look.

{Other items used to create these looks: Lulu Frost sunburst earrings, Giuseppe Zanotti suede clutch, J.Crew stone bracelet, Tom Ford lipstick, Alaïa cage sandals, Dolce & Gabbana leopard jacket, Valentino lucite bangle, J.Crew crystal earrings, 3.1 Phillip Lim gold clutch, Moschino Cheap & Chic cardigan, Jimmy Choo belt, Estée Lauder UV base, Jil Sander red tote, Manolo Blahnik black flats, Sensi Studio hat, Tory Burch iPad sleeve, Tory Burch woven tote, Tory Burch thong sandals, Jil Sander leather jacket, Charlotte Olympia safety pin clutch, Burberry buckled sandals, and TOM BINNS safety pin cuff}

MIZDEAL Beauty.com and Tibi F&F Events

2013-05-13T10:19:00.000-04:00

With Memorial Day weekend just two weeks away, you may have been wanting to stock up on some summer beauty/wardrobe essentials. In comes Beauty.com and Tibi with their bi-annual Friends & Family promotions to save you some cash.

Beauty.com
Save 20% off on any purchase from tomorrow, May 14th through Friday, May 17th. No promo code is necessary.

Tibi
Now until Friday, May 17th, save 25% off on full priced merchandise and 10% extra on current markdowns. Use online code: FRIENDS25 at checkout.

{Image credit: Tibi}

SUNDAY WINDOW SHOPPING Christian Dior (May '13)

2013-05-12T10:34:00.000-04:00

Christian Dior is entering the warm months of the year in style. The two windows at Dior's flagship store on 57th Street showcased two very summery looks from Raf Simons' Spring 2013 collection. Don't they look fresh & fabulous? More photos after the break!

Happy (Mother's Day) Weekend!

2013-05-10T16:55:00.000-04:00

MIZHATTAN'S WEEKLY ROUNDUP

5/10
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*SAMPLE SALE* Upcoming May Sales
*FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS* Ladies Who Brunch

5/9
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*SAMPLE SALE* Theyskens' Theory & Theory
*Varina Variations
*SAMPLE SALE* Tibi

5/8
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*SAMPLE SALE* Heeling the Masses
*FAB AND GRAB*

5/7
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*SAMPLE SALE* Choo on This
*MIZGUIDE* Mother's Day Gifts

5/6
*DEAL AT FIVE*
*STYLE CRUSH* Lily Kwong
*MIZZY'S WEEKLY WARDROBE* Massimo Dutti Leather Ballerina Flats

5/5
*SUNDAY WINDOW SHOPPING* Prada Soho (May '13)

{Image credit: Vogue}

DEAL AT FIVE

2013-05-10T16:54:00.000-04:00

NUDE iPhone 5 case at Urban Outfitters.
Original $25 Now $9.99

SAMPLE SALE Upcoming May Sales

2013-05-10T11:00:00.000-04:00

It's time for another roundup of upcoming sample sales. From Lulu Frost's outstanding jewelry to Loeffler Randall's stylish sandals, there are plenty of sales for you to choose from. If you know of a sale that I did not mention below, feel free to share the details with your fellow Mizhattanites in the comment section below.

Botkier
Save 60% off on all handbags.
Where: 75 Ninth Ave. (bet. 15th & 16th St.)
When: Tuesday, May 21st through Thursday, May 23rd. 10am~7pm

Buccellati
Jewelry, watches, tableware, and one-of-a-kind items will be available at discount.
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 W. 33rd St. (near 8th Ave)
When: Tuesday, May 14th through Thursday, May 16th. 9am~6:30pm

Christian Siriano
Save up to 75% off retail on cocktail dresses and evening apparel.
Where: 37 W. 57th St. (bet. 5th & 6th Ave), 9th Floor.
When: Sunday, May 19th, 11am~5pm
Monday, May 20th, 10am~6pm
Tuesday, May 21st, 10am~6pm
Wednesday, May 22nd, 10am~6pm

COMME des GARÇONS
Expect up to 70% off on the label's past collections.
Where: 127 W. 30th St. (bet. 6th & 7th Ave)
When: Friday, May 10th, 10am~7pm
Saturday, May 11th, 10am~7pm
Sunday, May 12th, 12pm~8pm
Monday, May, 13th, 10am~7pm

Loeffler Randall
Markdowns on the label's footwear, RTW, and more.
Where: 525 Broadway (bet. Spring & Broome St), 4th Floor.
When: Thursday, May 16th through Friday, May 17th. 10am~8pm

Lulu Frost
The label's past collections will be discounted up to 80%.
Where: 12 E. 20th St. (bet. Broadway & 5th Ave), 2nd Floor.
When: Thursday, May 16th, 12pm~8pm
Friday, May 17th, 10am~7pm
UPDATE: Photos & info from this sale

{Image credit: The Coveteur}

FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS Ladies Who Brunch

2013-05-10T10:00:00.000-04:00

1. Roll-sleeve shirtdress at Gap, $59.95
2. Biennial medium satchel at J.Crew, $275
3. Lip cream in Witty at Topshop, $14
4. Lotus leaf bandana at Madewell, $18.50
5. Mari sunglasses at Banana Republic, $98
6. tuleste market single bow stud earrings at Shopbop, $95
7. BB cream at Kiehl's, $37
8. Marina mini-wedge espadrilles at J.Crew, $110

DEAL AT FIVE

2013-05-09T17:00:00.000-04:00

Floral heart scarf at Talbots.
Original $59.50 Now $29.99

SAMPLE SALE Theyskens' Theory & Theory

2013-05-09T16:07:00.000-04:00

May 14th. On that day Theory fans will have a choice between 2 different sample sales. One will be held at Chelsea Market and the other at Clothingline. It's quite the conundrum. Where do you spend your money and time? Which do you choose to go to first? The answer is quite simple. My MizAdvice is to choose Chelsea Market. Here's why.

The Theyskens' Theory and Theory sample sale hosted by Privé at Chelsea Market will feature items from the current Spring '13 collection. This event will be dedicated to womenswear only with an emphasis on the premiere Theyskens' line. Merchandise will be comprised of a rather large selection of RTW from both brands. In addition, there will be a separate area for Theyskens' shoes, handbags, and accessories. Markdowns will be up to 70% off.

Where: 75 Ninth Ave. (bet. 15th & 16th St.)

When: Tuesday, May 14th, 10am~7pm
Wednesday, May 15th, 10am~7pm
Thursday, May 16th, 10am~7pm
Friday, May 17th, 10am~7pm
Saturday, May 18th, 10am~7pm
Sunday, May 19th, 10am~5pm

{Image credit: Theyskens' Theory}

Varina Variations

2013-05-09T11:30:00.000-04:00

These days, many luxury brands are trying to revive their old classics. Early last month, I wrote an article on Chanel's redesigned Première watch. Now, Italian luxe brand Salvatore Ferragamo is celebrating 35 years of their iconic Varas & Varinas. Shoe lovers will now be allowed to customize these bow beauties. For $550, you can create your very own pair by selecting from a variety of materials, colors, and hardwares. You can even add your initials, if that's your thing. I've spent a better part of yesterday playing around on the Ferragamo website and created a few versions of my favorite Varinas. This may be that perfect Mother's Day gift you've been looking for.

{Image credit: Salvatore Ferragamo}

Mizhattan - Sensible living with style

Happy Weekend!

*DEAL AT FIVE*

*SAMPLE SALE* La Perla

*FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS* Farmer's Market

*DEAL AT FIVE*

*SAMPLE SALE* Sweet Frosting

Back to the Fuchsia

Getting Ready for the Met

*DEAL AT FIVE*

*LOOK BOOK* Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2013

*FAB AND GRAB*

*DEAL AT FIVE*

*A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS*

*SAMPLE SALE* Céline

*DEAL AT FIVE*

*MIZZY'S WEEKLY WARDROBE* Calypso St. Barth Sequin Dress

*MIZDEAL* Beauty.com and Tibi F&F Events

*SUNDAY WINDOW SHOPPING* Christian Dior (May '13)

Happy (Mother's Day) Weekend!

*DEAL AT FIVE*

*SAMPLE SALE* Upcoming May Sales

*FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS* Ladies Who Brunch

*DEAL AT FIVE*

*SAMPLE SALE* Theyskens' Theory & Theory

Varina Variations

DEAL AT FIVE

SAMPLE SALE La Perla

FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS Farmer's Market

DEAL AT FIVE

SAMPLE SALE Sweet Frosting

DEAL AT FIVE

LOOK BOOK Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2013

FAB AND GRAB

DEAL AT FIVE

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS

SAMPLE SALE Céline

DEAL AT FIVE

MIZZY'S WEEKLY WARDROBE Calypso St. Barth Sequin Dress

MIZDEAL Beauty.com and Tibi F&F Events

SUNDAY WINDOW SHOPPING Christian Dior (May '13)

DEAL AT FIVE

SAMPLE SALE Upcoming May Sales

FRIDAY FRUGAL FINDS Ladies Who Brunch

DEAL AT FIVE

SAMPLE SALE Theyskens' Theory & Theory