Lord & Taylor

Lord & Taylor decided to take advantage of the hullabaloo that is New York Fashion Week and coordinate their new shoe salon opening.  This was a big and shiny affair, with DJ’s designers, bartenders, and an array of New York’s stylish.

Lord & Taylor knew just when to pop the cork with this one, the fall styles are overflowing.  Fifth Avenue is a shopping mecca for tourists and locals alike, and every noteworthy department store has some form of representation on this street.  Lord & Taylor was one of the first department stores in New York City, so it is fitting that they would make such an entrance.

Dance music, mixologist cocktails and a fashionable scene were all at hand to witness the new look of the store’s 5th avenue and 38th street store.  Shoes upon shoes upon shoes filled tables, shelves and all manner of displays.  Designs from Ivanka Trump, Vince Camuto, Steve Madden, Michael Kors, Frye, Hunter, Converse, Sam Edelman and loads more!  A huge portion of this floor in the store was mapped out with the path to all of your new favorite shoes.

The atmosphere was great for a little buttered up shopping.  Nothing gets people to buy more stuff during a sale than alcohol.  Champagne flutes and heels clicked while girls went gaga over the selection of boots.  Fall is around the corner and you don’t want to get caught in the first cold rain with your sandals on.

The most important part of this new shoe wing, Shoe Obsession, is the color selection.  All important colors are present, and trending styles such as pony, camo, and red and olive suede.  Hunter boots in the most colors we have seen yet were a distraction.  Having good wellies is a survival must in this city.  Converse and Sam Edelman slides tempted right at the escalator.  Stiletto anklets from Michael Kors in camouflage pony were a hot item, as were Coach tan knee high boots.

Lord & Taylor knows fashion, and shopping at one of New York’s original department stores is so simple when it is right in the heart of midtown and surrounded by glitz and glamor.  Snag a great pair of fallsies for under 200 dollars, there are so many great styles to choose from!

Lord & Taylor
424 5th Avenue
(between 38th and 39th Streets)
Shoe Floor
New York, NY 10018

By Danielle Guercio

WHAT: Brand Assembly Launch at Lord & Taylor

WHY: Please join Lord & Taylor and Refinery29 at an exclusive party and runway show to celebrate the launch of Brand Assembly, a new concept shop in Lord & Taylor which will showcase up and coming advanced contemporary designers.

Brands include: Calla, Cardigan, Daniella Kallmeyer, Etelka, Kaelen, Lily & Lionel, Maria Dora, Michelle Kim, Oliveve, Priority of Ten, Sachin + Babi, Saunder, TBA, and Torn by Ronny Kobo.

There will be music by Alexandra Richards, wine and more.

RSVP at 212-810-2894 x107 or email [email protected]

WHEN: 9/4; Th (6-8)

WHERE: 424 Fifth Avenue
Second Floor
New York, NY

In case you didn’t notice, there’s certainly an uptick in the amount of sales happening right now. That includes NYC sample sales, as well. People are eager to retreat from their house and explore what the outside world has to offer, so all that extra spending — smartly prompted by gung-ho retailers — should come as no surprise.

With so many sample sales happening simultaneously, it’s easy to get caught up in (or overwhelmed by) the excitement of it all. We suggest making a list of sales you want to hit, items you need to buy — and, consequently, items you do not need to buy — and then hit the town.

Rachel Zoe Sample Sale

Get yourself to Chelsea Market this weekend to peruse the goodies at the Rachel Zoe sample sale. This one promises 70% off women’s ready-to-wear, shoes and jewelry. In other words, you may very well be able to find an entire outfit in one spot. Who doesn’t love the convenience of that?

WHEN: 4/16 – 4/20; W-Sat (10:30-7), Sun (10:30-5)
WHERE: Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Avenue, between 15th and 16th Streets

Lord & Taylor Friends & Family Sale

There’s something for everyone at the Lord & Taylor Friends & Family sale, which runs through Monday both in-stores and online. All merchandise is marked down an extra 25%, which can be stacked with the store’s already discounted goods, providing savings up to 50%. Cosmetics and fragrances are all marked down 10%.

WHEN: 4/9 – 4/21
WHERE: Online and in stores nation wide.

Lauren Merkin Sample Sale

You’ll want to shop hard at the Lauren Merkin sample sale, where bargain boxes are reported to start at an easy $20 per item. You can also snag The Winnie Swarovski clutch for $125 from $295 and the Piper Calfskin for $95, down from $225. In general, handbags, clutches and accessories are all marked up to 70% off.

WHEN: 4/22 – 4/24; Tue-Th (11-7)
WHERE: 231 West 29th Street, between 7th & 8th Avenue, Suite 201 (212-239-2459)

Bulgari Sample Sale

Looking for gifts for another? Or maybe just a gift to yourself? Either way, the Bulgari sample sale promises luxe items that are worthy of both you and a friend. Expect to find discounts on women’s and men’s fragrances — including Bulgari’s well done gift sets — accessories and watches.

WHEN: 4/22 – 4/25; Tue-Th (9-6:30), F (9-5)
WHERE: Soiffer Haskin; 317 West 33rd Street, between Eighth and Ninth Avenues (718-747-1656)

Deux Lux Sample Sale

A Deux Lux sample sale means it’s time to get your accessory game on. This sale features the brand’s splashy handbags in various styles and sizes, clutches and even larger sized totes. You’ll also find snazzy cases for your iPad, as well as wallets and other small accessories. All these items are marked up to 70% off.

WHEN: 4/25; F (11-7)
WHERE: 37 West 20th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues (212-620-0801)

Jay Godfrey Sample Sale

If you want to get your mitts on the spring, fall and holiday 2013 Jay Godfrey ready-to-wear collections, you’ll definitely want to drop by the sample sale. The sale lasts three days and features sample and sized items marked up to 70% off. Jay Godfrey is a New York City-based designer whose “signature aesthetic lends itself to the fashion-forward and glamorous woman.”

WHEN: 4/24 – 4/26; Th-F (10-6), Sun (11-4)
WHERE: 333 West 39th Street, Suite 402, between 8th and 9th Avenues (212-629-6000)

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: Shopbop.com

WHAT: Lord & Taylor Friends & Family Sale

WHY: Get an extra 25% off almost everything (for total savings up to 50%) at the Lord & Taylor Friends & Family Sale.

Cosmetics and fragrances are 10% off

In-store, print and use in-store pass. Use promo code FRIENDS at checkout online at LordandTaylor.com

WHEN: 4/9 – 4/21

WHERE: 424 Fifth Avenue,
at 39th Street
New York, NY 10018
212-391-3344
click here for other store locations
Online – LordandTaylor.com

SUBMITTED BY: TheStylishCity.com

For the complete list of today’s sales and sample sales check HERE