Oct 19-23: Portolano Sample Sale Returns!

I think I am running out to this today in search of new and improved black leather gloves:

Portolano
Sample Sale
Oct. 19-23 (Closed Sat. & Sun.)
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
15 W. 37th St. (2nd Floor)
between 5th - 6th Aves.

Gloves! Knits! Hosiery! Ties!

No refunds or exchanges...
Credit cards accepted.

10/22-23 Sanyo Sale: Seeking stylish warm raincoat? This one's for the boys...and you heard it here first

When is rains, Nancy Brenner pours her heart out:

Sanyo sample sale. I'm so jealous.... Sanyo's claim, "Even in the most torrential downpour, you can rely upon its quality to keep you comfortable and dry, while its lightweight nature makes it a pleasure to wear at any time, effortlessly transitioning your wardrobe from business meetings to formal events..." is all true! I have a Sanyo (when they were still doing a women's line). It's classic, fab, and has the warmest rabbit button out lining.

Now, it's only menswear - guys forget about the friends & family at Saks, or holding out until Black Friday standing outside of some major department store waiting to get a steal - this is it - it even inside security pockets for your cool tech gear, sunglasses and credit cards. Check out range of styles you might see at the sale - http://www.sanyofashionhouse.com/

Sanyo retail price points are $300-$800. Sale will be from 30-70% off - look for the sample sale rack for best buys.

525 Seventh Avenue @38th St.
Suite 1709
Thursday October 22, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, October 23, 9 am - 5:30 om

"School" Shopping: Madewell & Metal Pointus

So that nice human I mentioned the other day thought I needed some (more) clothes and jewelry. And indeed I did.

But perhaps as important, I have two new tidbits to impart:

1. If you want some kickass v-neck T-shirts that come in excellent T-Shirt colors and are as soft as you like, go to Madewell (486 Broadway), where they are offering two-for-$30. My only issue is that they are marketing them as "the 'boyfriend' T." This angle is now officially annoying. Everywhere I look, "the boyfriend blazer," "the boyfriend sweater," "the boyfriend flannel.." OK, we get it, the oversized look is back! Additionally, there's something un-feminist about the whole idea. "Oh I just want to spend my day wearing Todd's T-shirt, so that I have a little piece of him at all times!" That's creepy, and believe me, Todd does not feel the same way about you. He's worried about baseball and the hot new receptionist at his office.

2. I am not a huge jewelry fanatic, but when I find a store I like, I fall in love. Such is the case with Metal Pointu's (252 Elizabeth St.). Lots of big metal jewelry that weighs a lot. So if you are into the pretty little delicate look, this is probably not the place for you. But if you want a bad ass ring, like the one pictured above, that sort of reminds you of a Sleestak, then I highly recommend it.

Jaime Mascaro: Los Zapatos Nuevos Y Verdes

The nicest human on the big island begifted me with this fancy fabulous fun pair of green patent leatha shoes from the much more Euro-than-American Jaime Mascaro on West Broadway in Soho.

Why is it that whenever I tell a Euro shoe store that I'm a size 9 they bring me a size 39, which is actually an 8-1/2? Well anyway, just keep that in mind and sleep well tonight knowing that they had a size 40 (aka 9) that fit lovely.

I am so looking forward to wearing these kitten heels with hot pink soles when the sidewalk least expects it.

10/22-10/24: Gunmetal Warehouse and Sample Sale

For 3 days only Gunmetal will be selling hundreds of shoes, starting at $75 per pair (from original prices $595-$795). The sale features stiletto heels, platforms, wedges, boots, sandals and includes special one of a kind showroom samples.

Gunmetal Luxe shoes, made by hand in Italy, are sold exclusively in fashion retail icons such as Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Dates: 10/22/2009 (Thursday) – 10/24/2009 (Saturday)
Hours: 10am – 7pm
Payment: Cash Only

Address:
Metropolitan Pavilion
The Gallery (4th Floor)
123 West 18th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
New York, NY 10011

Oct 21: Housing Works Wedding Stuff Big Sale

Housing Works' Bride on a Buck Wedding Dress Sale and Vendor Extravaganza returns on Wednesday, October 21.

Are you getting hitched anytime soon? Yes? Congrats! OK, so then check all this out:

$300,000 in discounted high-end bridal merchandise; on-site vendors and Giovanni Ravello in person.

Deeply discounted designer wedding dresses and other bridal goodies, including dresses from:

• Peter Langner (valued at $7,300)
• Monique Lhuillier (valued at $6,200)
• Ulla Maier (valued at $4,900)
• Jenny Yoo Collections (30-plus gowns)…and veils valued at $1,000 slashed to $250.

Event sponsors Starbright Floral Design (http://www.starflor.com/) and Elaine DeLuca of Exquisite Events (exquisiteevents.com) will provide on-site matrimonial advice, as well as Giovanni Ravello himself.

Other vendors:

Adorn Brides (http://www.adornbrides.com/)

The Works Catering (theworkscatering.com)

The Housing Works Bookstore Café (housingworksbookstore.org)

The Cake Diva (cakediva.com)

Dramatics NYC (dramaticsnyc.com)

Robert Griffin, calligraphy artist (robertgriffindesign.com)

Event Details:

WHAT: Housing Works Gramercy Thrift Shop Bride on a Buck 2

WHEN: October 21, 10am - 7pm

COST : FREE

WHERE: Housing Works Gramercy Thrift Shop; 157 East 23rd St. between 3rd and Lexington Aves.

Hot Hot Prada News ...if you're reading this..you're invited

to the sale of the season...sources say nice selection of men's shoes...and handbags...

Location: 609 West 51st Street between 11th & 12th Aves.
When: Saturday, October 17th - Friday October 23rd
Hours: Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th, 9am - 6pm; Monday, October 20th - Friday October 23th, 10am - 7pm
Registers close promptly at 6pm and 7pm respectively.

NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY. ADMITTANCE WILL BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.

Merchandise: Prada & Miu Miu Ready-to-Wear, Footwear, Handbags, Wallets, Accessories...
Women's and Men's FALL/WINTER 2008 and Select Merchandise from earlier seasons

Payment: CREDIT or DEBIT/CREDIT CARDS ONLY
(NO cash or checks)

NO RETURNS - ALL SALES FINAL

(courtesy of Nancy Brenner)

ANNA: The Beetle Dress & the Excellent Jacket

I loved the groovy beetle print dress at ANNA but felt like I needed to ensure that it could be worn any day or night...how to make it day-job appropriate? Well, I figured it out! By putting this short dark navy jacket on over it and tying the belt loosely around its collar I managed to create a bit of a retro office outfit, but with bugs! Funny when people see you from a distance and then change their expressions when they get a closer look at the dress pattern. This is how I entertain myself on the job.

Then I also snagged myself the fab tweed jacket, which is form-fitting in a Ducati leather motorcycle jacket kind of way. It rocks, looks good with anything, anywhere, anytime...and also comes in a red and black pattern (although they are so fantastico that I wouldn't be surprised if they are almost all gone!). Oh, and the big collar can be worn up and closed with a little secret hook-and-eye for those windy fall days.

Change of Season: New Shipments of "Stuff"

New shipments of stuff have arrived at the new Change of Season in the East Village (341 E. 9th Street) including: Vivienne Westwood Anglomania, Costume National, See by Chloe', Margiela & Galliano accessories, Byblos, P.A.R.O.S.H & CLONE/BORDESE shoes & boots.

Oct. 7-12: abc carpet & home hackensack warehouse sale

Up to 75% off original prices on upholstery, antiques, theodore alexander, french heritage, traditional & modern furniture, lighting, textiles & accessories, bedding and organic mattreses, modern rugs, handmade orientals, needlepoints, aubussons, flatweaves, shags, mansion sizes, runners, remnants and more...

when: october 7-12

home: upholstery, antiques, theodore alexander, french heritage, traditional & modern furniture: dining, chairs, armoires, sideboards, bookcases, mirrors, office, beds, lighting, textiles & accessories, bedding & organic mattresses
rugs: modern, handmade orientals, needlepoints, aubussons, flatweaves, shags, mansion sizes, runners & remnants
wall-to-wall carpet: wool, sisal, seagrass, coir, berbers, designer & commercial carpet

abc carpet & home – south hackensack
warehouse outlet
400 huyler street
south hackensack, nj 07606
201 641 3400
m-sat: 10-7, closed Sundays
http://www.abchome.com/