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UPCOMING EVENTS

2010-10-16T08:49:00.000-07:00

WILL SOON BE ANNOUNCED!!!!!

DEAL OF THE DAY

2010-07-02T13:59:00.001-07:00

Hi Darling,

Run don't walk to your nearest Neiman Marcus outlet store now through the 6th of July.

Enjoy!!!!

Sense of Style

2010-06-05T17:22:00.001-07:00

Hi Darling,

Last night I had a chance to step out and attend a friend's birthday party.

In my head I had nothing to wear and my first thought was that I needed something new.

But I didn't need anything new I needed a new way to rearrange pieces in my closet.

I am wearing Forever 21 black shorts, BeBe sleeveless ruffle and lace top, and for the finale my Christian Louboutin black and blue 4 inch heels. Jewerly from Givenchy earrings , Coco & Lolly ring, and Wet Seal bracelets.

Don't be ashamed to mix high-end fashion with low-end pieces.

SAMPLE SALE WEDNESDAY

2010-06-02T02:00:00.000-07:00

Now through–6/6 Select spring 2010 styles are 20 percent off during Dusica Dusica's spring sale. The Syria booties are $516 (originally $645), the Cindy flat sandals are $364 (originally $455), and the Melanie multicolor slippers are $220 (originally $275). 67 Prince St., nr. Crosby St. (212-966-9099); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–7).

Now Shop discounts of up to 40 percent on menswear and womenswear at the Aloha Rag end-of-season sale. The Current Elliot jean jacket is $201.60 (originally $288), the Martin Margiela short covered boots are $696.50 (originally $995), and the Thakoon bloomer jumper is $525 (originally $750). 505 Greenwich St., nr. Spring St. (212-925-0882); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6:30).

Now through-6/4 Summer-weight cashmere, cotton, and modal apparel for men and women is up to 75 percent off during Autumn Cashmere's spring/summer 2010 sample sale. Cotton cardigans are $59 (originally $150), cashmere wraps are $75 (originally $175), and cotton dresses are $75 (originally $188). 231 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave., Ste. 924 (212-398-2244); T–F (9–7).

6/2–6/3 Spring/summer dresses, gowns, and sportswear are up to 80 percent off at the Luca Luca sample and stock sale. 19 W. 36th St., nr. Fifth Ave. (212-920-1211); W–Th (9–6).

Starting 6/3 Select JUMP footwear is up to 20 percent off at the JUMBO pop-up in Nos Boutique. 165 Front St., at Jay St., Dumbo, Brooklyn (718-422-0095); M–S (noon–7), Su (noon–8).

SENSE OF STYLE - SEX & THE CITY 2 MOVIE PREMIERE

2010-05-27T00:06:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

I wanted to step out on the town wearing a little vintage to attend the Philadelphia - Sex and the City 2 Premiere.

I must say that I am not a die hard Sex and the City fan but I am a fan of the show fashions. I was impressed by the actual movie and wanted to scream over the fashion and the amazing shoes they were all wearing. Bella Bella!!!

Anyway, I decided right off the bat that I was going to wear a vintage jumper I purchased just about five years ago from ME&Blue Boutique (no longer open).

I said to myself, why not. Its my tribute to Carrie Bradsaw. I can totally see her wearing this jumper and the accessories as well.

What do you think? Can you see Carrie wearing this outfit out with the girls.

Everything I have on is vintage except my Betsey Johnson block leopard and star earrings and my Swatch faux watch.

DEAL OF THE DAY

2010-05-24T14:15:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Run don't walk to your nearest Neiman Marcus outlet store. Amazing two day sale (May 25 and May 26) on already markdown inventory - 40% off your entire purchase.

TWO DAYS ONLY!!!!

Don't miss it.

SENSE OF STYLE

2010-05-20T14:58:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

I have things in my closet that I totally forget that I have ownership of. Funny right?

Last night I was in a rut because I didn't know what to wear for today and I wanted it to be casual - no heel day. So I sat on the side of my bed and looked into my closet and I immediately remembered that I purchased a pair of classic hi-top Nike sneaks.

I said to myself, Sherlock I think I've got it. So I put on a pair of Forever 21 tights, a white flowing tank top, my Christian Dior large frame shades in the color purple, my Swatch gold watch (love love love), and my gold and faux diamond star earrings. That's casual right? Well, take a look at my pics and tell me if I nailed the casual, styled, cute look. :)

I WANT

2010-05-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Ok, I am on a mission to find the hottest open toe booties out there with an affordable price. Well, I go onto www.shopstyle.com to window shop and I come across these beauties.

Look at them, they are amazing. They are by Jeffrey Campbell and they are $158.

I WANT THEM!!!!!!

But they only have a size 8 and a size 10 in stock - and I am a size 9.

I am on a mission to call shopstyle.com to find out if they will receive more stock of these booties - wish me luck

M FOR MADONNA DG EYEWEAR

2010-05-14T17:52:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Madonna is at it again but this time her partners in crime are Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana.

Their idea became reality this year with amazing eyewear for you and I.

You have five styles to choose from and each pair has an "M" logo of tiny metal stars. The sunglasses range from $290 to $315. They are available right now at http://www.dolcegabbana.it/.

I must tell you that I will consider these a collectible item.

ON YOUR TOES

2010-05-14T13:55:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Every two weeks I will show you my unusual pedicures that I love to receive over the summer months. I think you should have fun with your pedicures, even your manicures. So express yourself with not just your fashion you put on your lovely body but show it through your pedicures. I know that I do and the summer time it the perfect time to do so.

I call this design my cotton candy toes.

I would love to see your glam pedicures. Send you pics.

SAMPLE SALE FRIDAY

2010-05-14T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Here are the sample sale listings for Friday.

5/15 Womenswear, menswear, and accessories start at $19 during the Custo Barcelona sample sale. 474 Broome St., nr. Greene St. (212-274-9700); Th–S (1-–8).

5/13–5/14 Womenswear is up to 75 percent off at the Twinkle by Wenlan sample sale. The cotton silk Flutter top is $90 (originally $220), the fine-gauge cardigan is $70 (originally $198), and the sik day dress is $130 (originally $286). 545 Eighth Ave., nr. 37th St., seventeenth fl.; Th–F (10–7).

5/13–5/15 Womenswear, menswear, and accessories start at $19 during the Custo Barcelona sample sale. 474 Broome St., nr. Greene St. (212-274-9700); Th–S (1-8).

ONLINE:

http://www.baghaus.com/, 20% off site-wide, now through 5/24, enter SWBAGHAUS at checkout.
http://www.bittersweetsny.com/, 20% off site-wide, now through 5/24, enter PEOPLEMAG at checkout.

http://www.canyonbeachwear.com/, 20% off site-wide, now through 5/24, enter PSW20 at checkout.

http://www.inswimwear.com/, 30% off site-wide, now through 5/24, enter PSW30 at checkout.

SAMPLE SALE WEDNESDAY

2010-05-12T03:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Here are the sample sale listings for Wednesday.

5/12, Find deals on handbags at the Rebecca Minkoff sample sale. 155 Fifth Ave., nr. 21st St.; W (10–7).

5/12–5/14, Spring/summer 2010 clothing and accessories for men and women are up to 80 percent off at the Gant sample sale. Shirts are $25 (originally $99 to $175), blazers are $95 (originally $695), and cardigans are $45 (originally $225). 20 W. 55th St., nr. Fifth Ave., eleventh fl (212-230-1949); W–Th (8:30–6:30), F (8:30–5).

5/12–5/14, Beauty and fashion items are 60 to 85 percent off during the Tocca sample sale. 542 W. 22nd St., nr. Tenth Ave.; W–F (11:30–7).

5/12–5/14, Gowns and cocktail dresses by Donald Deal, Pamella Roland, Lela Rose, and more are up to 80 percent off. 37 W. 57th St., nr. Fifth Ave., seventh fl. (212-920-1211); W–Th (10–6), F (10–2).

5/12–5/15, Shop discounted frocks at the Tibi semiannual sample sale. The Graffiti shift dress in black and white is $90 (originally $345), the Bouvier jersey one-shoulder dress is $75 (originally $288), and the Hummingbirds chiffon halter dress is $125 (originally $478). Coolture Showroom, 409 W. 39th St., nr. Ninth Ave.; W (1–6), Th–F (10–6), S (10–4).

SAMPLE SALE TUESDAY

2010-05-11T07:19:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Here are the sample sale listings for Tuesday.

5/11, Suits, outerwear, shoes, sportswear, and more by Isaia & Cortigiani are discounted during the men's sample sale. 37 W. 57th St., nr. Sixth Ave. (212-920-1211); M (1–7), T (10–6).

5/11–5/14, Tops are $25 to $125 and dresses are $105 to $195 during the spring 2010 Miguelina sample sale. 20 W. 36th St., nr. Fifth Ave., sixth fl. (212-290-2996 ext. 307); M–F (8:30–8).

5/11–5/21, Clothing and accessories from Erickson Beamon, Orla Kiely, Andy & Debb, and more are up to 90 percent off during the Showroom Seven sample sale. 263 Eleventh Ave., nr. 28th St., third fl. (212-643-4810); M–S (10–7), Su (closed).

TAIYON'S IMAGE TOP FOUR FASHION PICS FROM THE MET'S AMERICAN WOMEN GALA

2010-05-08T12:02:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Tell me what you think about my top four picks from the Met's American Woman Gala.

Kristen Stewart in Chanel Haute Couture

Mary J. Blige in J. Mendel

Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad

Sarah Jessica Parker in Halston Heritage

Who do you think stole the show?

SAMPLE SALE TUESDAY

2010-05-04T11:33:00.000-07:00

5/5–5/6 Exotic-skin handbags are discounted at the Nancy Gonzalez sale. 575 Madison Ave., nr. 56th St., eighth fl.; W–Th (10–6).

5/5–5/7 Dresses, tops, skirts, outerwear, shoes, handbags, and more are up to 75 percent off at the Vivienne Tam sample sale. 260 W. 39th St., nr. Eighth Ave.; W (9–8), Th (10–7), F (10–6).

5/5–5/7 Men's and women's shoes, bags, and accessories are up to 70 percent off at the Cesare Paciotti sample sale. 12 W. 57th St., nr. Fifth Ave., Ste. 901; W–F (10–6).

5/6–5/9 Handbags, shoes, and wallets are 50 to 75 percent off at the Botkier sample sale. 60 Mercer St., at Broome St.; Th (noon–7), F (11–7), S (noon–6), Su (noon–5).

Through 5/9 Tom Binns jewelry from the Tough Chic, Faux Real, Dumont, Classic, and Anti-Luxxx collections is 40 percent off during the Bargain Binns megasale. New stock will be added continuously. 41 Perry St., nr. W. 4th St. (917-475-1412); T–S (noon–7), Su (noon–6), M (closed).

CALVIN KLEIN FOR EVERYONE

2010-04-26T07:48:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Francisco Costa the Creative Director behind the American classic label, Calvin Klein has stated that the label will be represented by real women and real shapes.

Costa has stated that the real woman is not a 14 year old nor a 16 year old. The models will be casted who are a little bit closer to reality. Mr. Costa has stated that the reaction is really to emphasize the customer, the need for the clothes to have that immediate sort of emotion to those who would buy it.
Mr. Costa also made it clear that he will not stop making clothes for skinny people, though. lol

SAMPLE SALE MONDAY

2010-04-26T07:37:00.000-07:00

Through 4/28 H&M will host clothing donation drive in honor of Earth Day named Clothes for Kids in all of its stores that carry the kids' collection. Donations of gently worn clothing will be accepted and donated to the Boys and Girls Club across America. Customers who make a donation will receive a coupon for 20 percent off a future H&M purchase from the children's collection. Th–W.

4/27–4/29 Paul & Shark jackets and trousers are up to 70 percent off. 79 Madison Ave., nr. 28th St., Ste. 1206 (212-765-2792); T–Th (10–6).

4/27–4/29 Spring/summer 2010 merchandise from Acne, Filippa K, and Nudie Jeans is 50 to 75 percent off. 269 Elizabeth St., nr. Houston St.; T–Th (11–8).

4/28–4/30 Past-season merchandise is up to 80 percent off at the Maria Cornejo & Sigerson Morrison warehouse sale. The Duo coat in cracked leather is $580 (originally $2,905) and the crescent wristlet in purple calf hair is $99 (originally $345). Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St., nr. Sixth Ave., gallery level; W (10:30–7), Th (8–7:30), F (8–3).

Through 4/30 Receive 20 percent off Daryl K's spring 2010 collection in stores or online by entering SPRING2010PROMO at checkout. 21 Bond St., nr. Lafayette St. (212-529-8790); M–S (11-7:30), Su (noon–6).

Through 4/30 Find deep discounts at the Anoname Jeans sample sale. The Becca denim-cotton shorts are $50 (originally $72), the Mia denim-cotton boyfriend pant is $77 (originally $110), and the Charlie denim-cotton motocross skinny jean is $77 (originally $110). Online only.

Through 4/30 Current and past-season styles are 30 to 70 percent off at the BGN Paris sample sale. Shop linen dresses, silk-chiffon tops, leather jackets, and more. 250 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave. (212-278-8686); M–F (10–7).

4/30–5/2 Handmade silver jewelry is 15 to 60 percent off at Jill Platner's once-a-year sale. 113 Crosby St., nr. Prince St. (212-324-1298); daily (noon–7).

4/30–5/2 Sandals, ballet flats, boots, and more start at $40 at the Matt Bernson spring sample sale. 450 Greenwich St., at Desbrosses St. (212-941-7634); F–Su (noon–7).

LIGHT ME UP - JIMMY CHOO

2010-04-23T16:26:00.001-07:00

Hi Darling,

Ok, I am speechless right now because my heart is pounding and my ears here these shoes calling for me to buy them.

OMG - this post will be short because I really don't know what to say besides the fact that this shoe is off the hook and may I add - the heel and the platform front light up when you walk. I am laughing right now to stop me from crying because I want these shoes.

Jimmy Choo is the infamous shoe designer behind this creation.

www.jimmychoo.com

DEAL OF THE DAY

2010-04-22T06:59:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Run don't walk to your nearest Neiman Marcus "Last Call" store. Get $50 off on any item priced $100 or more.

ENJOY!!!!!!!!

SAMPLE SALE WEDNESDAY

2010-04-21T07:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Here are the Sample Sale listings for Wednesday.

4/21-4/22, Find discounts on women's basics at the Inhabit sample sale. Cotton cardigans are $50 (originally $268), linen tunics are $50 (originally $288), and linen dresses are $60 (originally $338). 1441 Broadway, near 42nd Street, 24th floor, W-Th (10-6).

TIP2TOE TO THIS BOUTIQUE

2010-04-15T12:26:00.000-07:00

Tip2Toe
2027 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-564-0372
Hi Darling,

If you have a shoe fetish like I do, you will love this great shoe boutique called Tip2Toe.

Opened in 2007, Tip2Toe boutique carries an amazing ensortment of shoes from Paris, Brazil, and Italy.

Check out http://www.tiptoeshoes.com/ to
find out more about the boutique.

CASH FOR FASHION AT BUFFALO EXCHANGE

2010-04-15T12:00:00.000-07:00

Buffalo Exchange
1713 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
215-557-9850

Hi Darling,

I found a great place for you to surrender your old clothes and make a little money doing so.

Buffalo Exchange buys most of its merchandise from customers. They buy all day on select quality clothing that can be resold.

Buffalo Exchange will offer cash or store credit.

You can make 30% in the retail value of the cothes you bring in. Or receive 50% in store credit - good for up to one year.

Store locations:

Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Louisiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Washington

Check out their latest selling tips at - www.buffaloexchange.com

SAMPLE SALE THURSDAY

2010-04-15T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Here are the Sample Sale listings for Thursday.

4/15, Merchandise from Ella Moss, Ali Ro, Beth Bowley, and more is up to 75% off at Olive and Bette's one day sale. Tibi shorts are $60 (originally $240), Splendid dresses are $35 (originally $145), and Vince tees are $25 (originally $70). 384 Bleecker Street, at Perry Street, (212-206-0036); (8am-7pm)

4/15-4/16, Jewelry by Lee Angel is up to 75%; there will also be a $5 bin. 524 Broadway, at Spring Street, 6th floor, (212-334-6573); W-F (10am-5pm).

4/15-4/16, Accessories are 50% off and apparel is 75% to 80% percent off at the Betsey Johnson sample sale. Millennium Broadway Hotel, 145 W. 44th Street, near 6th Avenue, 6th Floor, (212-993-9251); W-F (10am-10pm).

SAMPLE SALE TUESDAY

2010-04-13T04:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Darling,

Here are the Sample Sale listings for Tuesday.

4/13-4/15, Milly spring/summer sample sale, Clothingline, 261 West 36th Street, between 7th & 8th Avenue, 2nd floor, Tuesday and Thursday (11am-7pm), Wednesday (11am-6pm).

4/13-4/16, Find deep discounts at the Julie Haus sample sale. Tops are $20 to $95, pants are $25 to $105, dresses are $45 to $250, and jackets are $50 to $300. 39 West 38th Street, near 6th Avenue, 6th floor; T-F (10am-8pm).

4/13-4/17, Menswear, womenswear, shoes, and handbags are 80 to 70 percent off at the Eli Tahari sample sale. The black jersey jeweled halter dress is $129 (originally $698), the long chocolate-brown leather jacket is $279 (originally $1,198), and the metallic leather sandals with beaded detailing are $99 (originally $498). 510 fifth Avenue, near 43rd Street. (212-398-2622); T-F (8:30am-7:30pm), S (10am-5pm).

DEAL OF THE DAY

2010-04-12T14:28:00.001-07:00

Hi Darling,

Run don't walk to your nearest Neiman Marcus "last call" store.