Rag & Bone

WHAT: Rag & Bone Spring Sample Sale

WHY: Women’s and men’s Spring apparel, footwear and accessories at a discount at the Rag & Bone Spring Sample Sale.

WHEN: 6/12 – 6/16; W-F (10:30-8), Sat (11-6), Sun (10-3)

WHERE: 410 West 16th Street
at Ninth Avenue
no entrance through Chelsea Market

SUBMITTED BY: TheStylishCity.com

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

The Stylish City would like to take a moment to stand in solidarity with Boston, and thank the strong and brave residents, and of course the city’s officials and police for successfully protecting citizens and ultimately our country.

Although shopping seems insignificant after the week we just endured, but sometimes it can be therapeutic and a much needed mental break. After a wild line up of sample sales this past week, we recover with the hair of the dog. This week, a packed line up continues, with sales from Jennifer Tyler, Pixie Market, Scoop, Scotch & Soda and the incomparable Vivienne Westwood.

SAMPLE SALE ALERT: Orange

Scoop Spring Closet Clean-Up Sale

Scoop’s annual Spring Closet Clean-Up Sale is underway on Monday, where we’ll see prices as low as $19 for top designer brands. During this popular Meatpacking District sale tank tops will be on hand for $19, pants for $49, shirts and jeans for $59, and sweaters for $69. There have been many great finds at past sales of this caliber, including markdowns on everything from Rag & Bone DVF to Helmet Lang and Phillip Lim. Be on the look out for deeper discounts throughout the duration of the sale. In the past, price slashes reached 85% off retail!

Scotch & Soda Sample Sale

Beginning Tuesday, get your downtown cool on at the Scotch & Soda and Maison Scotch Sample Sale. Featured within 260 Fifth, this edgy sale will offer up to 70% off fall and summer samples from both collections. Featured items included army jackets for $100, and sleeveless embroidered shirts for $40. The European streetwear brand has been a favorite amongst young New Yorkers, so expect a cool crowd to stock up on the highlights on the sale – in other words: Get there early!

Vivenne Westwood Spring/Summer Private Sale

Miss Westwood returns with her high fashion rock star glam during the Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer Private Sale. The 5-day long sale will kick off on Wednesday, April 24^th at 10am. Be prepared to wait in line for up to 60% off clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories from Westwood’s spring and summer collections. In 2012 the sale brought 50% off retail prices, causing for draped dresses for as low as $140 and peep toe shoes for $115.

Jennifer Tyler Cashmere Sample Sale

As I’m sure you are well aware, here at The Stylish City we live for cashmere, which is why we urge you to check out the Jennifer Tyler Cashmere Clothing & Accessories Sample Sale come Wednesday. The NYC based designer will offer her spring knitwear collection up to 80% off, for you to snuggle in during those chilly summer nights. Keep your eyes peeled for split cable cashmere tunics for $99 and cashmere cardigans, which have been spotted at past sales for $95.

Pixie Market Sample Sale

Who doesn’t love the Pixie Market Sample Sale? The uber cheap shopping experience is never a disappointment. How could it be when every sing item is priced either at $20, $30, or $40? Expect to find brands such as Jeffrey Campbell, Stolen Girlfriends Club and Something Else. At past sales, summery blouses were marked at $20, while dresses were $40 (compared to an original $319 price tag) and cute skirts and shirts were spotted within the $10 bin.

What Did You Miss?

Since you were so preoccupied with this week’s fantastic sale line up, you may have missed out on a few deals. Utilize those down days in between sales this week to check out discounted cashmere at the Arman Diradourian Sample Sale, 85% off downtown fashion favorites such as Alexander Wang, Phillip Lim and Rag & Bone during the Otte Sample Sale, and 70% off designer handbags at the Deux Lux Spring 2013 Sample Sales, where you’ll find the brands signature hobos, clutches, and wallets for a steal.

Boston Strong!

By Caitlin Colford

WHAT: Otte NY Sample Sale

WHY: Up to 85% off clothing, footwear and accessories at the Otte NY Sample Sale. Includes merchandise from 3.1 Phillip Lim, Rag & Bone, Alexander Wang, and more.

Cash and credit cards accepted.

WHEN: 4/24 – 4/26; W-F (9:30-6:30)

WHERE: 148 West 24th Street
Suite 2A
between Sixth and Seventh Aves
New York, NY 10011

SUBMITTED BY: TheStylishCity.com

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

In this week’s Don’t Miss, we reported that the upcoming Barneys Warehouse Sale would be the last of its kind. Today, the Warehouse’s very pleasant and helpful manager clarified our speculations. He informed us that yes, this would be the final sale within their 255 West 17^th Street space. But starting with their end of summer Warehouse Sale in August/September, they would move a block away. Additionally, Barneys is also relocating their Co-Op store, which closed earlier this month, to a to be determined location. The newly located Warehouse Sale will still feature the classic set-up of past sales we are all used to, but in a slimmer, more condensed fashion as many of their sale stock will be first offered on their permanent sale website: Barneyswarehouse.com. This could potentially mean that the best of the best will be purchased by e-shoppers before making it to the Warehouse. It’s your prerogative from here on out shoppers. To continue on with the tradition of religiously visiting Barneys Warehouse Sale or not is the question. You may be better off stalking the website in order to catch a hot deal before anyone else has a chance, but that will so be determined with a little trial and error.

Today was the first day of the two week long Barneys Warehouse Sale, kicking off with a not so thrilling start. As usual, browsers were buzzing about the shoe and purse section as the Warehouse’s very polite and organized staff tidied up behind them and provided excited shoppers with tote bags to lighten their load.

The trends of the shoe section were platforms, suede, and Greek sandals. A pair of Proenza Schouler Wood Wedge Black Leather Platforms ($629, orig. $1,580, Size 9, pictured) were a stand out, as were the Rick Owens Ankle Wrap Platforms in Bronze and Black ($709, orig. $1,770, pictured), the Derek Lam Black Leather Platforms ($279, orig. $690), Derek Lam Brown Suede Chelsea Peep Toe Heels ($399, orig. $990, pictured) and the wide variety of Greek Sandals by both Barneys CoOp and Ancient Greek Sandals ($100). Be aware that many of these shoes appear weathered, so do be sure to do a careful inspection before charging the designer shoes to your trusty credit card.

A small selection of damaged shoes was on hand on a bleak looking shelf. Here, there was a pair of Manolos for $250 and a pair of Prada heels for $150, but stained and tattered nonetheless.

Typically, the denim section at the Barneys Warehouse Sale is meticulously organized. At past sales, neatly folded denim and cords were arranged according to size and furiously folded by staffers after a shopper’s examination. This time, however, jeans were stacked in boxes, making for messy sorting and frustrating digging. Staffers were still furiously folding, but it made for a much harder task. The denim selection seemed to be a repeat from last year’s sale. I noticed the same colored jeans and corduroys. The stands out in this messy pile included Brown Current Elliott Skinny Jeans ($99), Helmut Lang Bell Bottoms ($159), Coral colored James Jeans ($99), and Rag & Bone Skinny Cords ($105). Note that most, if not all, of the white and beige colored pants appeared dirty.

In the purse section, shoppers were scooping up Marc by Marc Jacobs leather handbags and wallets. Although no great bargain, these bags were indeed cute and worth your consideration. Colored Marc by Marc Jacobs Wallets were $130 and a Magenta Marc by Marc Jacobs handbag was $378, while his adorable Teal Backpack ran for $300, down only $70 from its retail price. For this merchandise, it may be worth waiting for the additional markdowns Barneys will provide in the coming days.

Another change up within Barneys Warehouse Sale was the fact that designer and contemporary wear was intermixed. The less than exciting ready to wear collection featured ripped dresses and pulled sweaters, so again, be sure to launch a full-scale inspection before purchasing. Some highlights of the clothing section included a Band of Outsiders Crochet Dress ($149, orig. $495, pictured), an ALC Peach Jumpsuit ($319, orig. $794, pictured), an interesting Madison Marcus Beige Cocktail Dress ($235, orig. $363), and an Elizabeth & James Mint Blazer ($239, orig. $395, pictured). 3.1 Phillip Lim offered exciting finds, including his Navy Blue Blazer w/ Shoulder Tie ($269, orig. $675, pictured) and a gorgeous Black Cropped Jacket ($339). Also, for those who favor comfort, be sure to sneak a peek at Barneys Jersey Knit Dresses. These are featured in the “blue star” section, indicating an additional 75% off tag prices, making these incredibly soft yet flattering dresses only $20.

The accessory section was dismal. You won’t find much there aside from $2,000 hand painted chairs and Marc by Marc Jacobs iPhone cases.

All in all, although damaged and stained merchandise overpower the true blue steals of the sale, the Barneys Warehouse Sale is always worth a walk through. Even though it may be worth it to focus your attention on their online sect in the future, the Barneys Warehouse Sale is still a staple in a New York City shopper’s life.

WHEN: 2/14 – 2/24;
2/14 – 2/15; Th-F (8-9)
2/16 – 2/17; Sat-Sun (9-8)
2/18 – 2/22; M-F (10-9)
2/23 – 2/24; Sat-Sun (9-8)

WHERE: 255 West 17th Street
(between 7th and 8th Avenues)
New York, NY 10011
212-450-8400.

By Caitlin Colford